Registered Nurse (RN) - Grace Medical Center - A.C.T. in Baltimore, Maryland at LifeBridge Health

• Follows standard algorithms, guidelines, and protocols of LBH hospitals; must keep informed about changes to hospital policies, procedures, and equipment.
• Accurately evaluates assigned patient and documents clinical assessments, including emotional and physical pain, and required comfort measures; prioritizing patient/family needs into plan of care.
• Assesses and documents patient/family educational needs: to aid in informed decision making about healthcare treatment and to provide a successful transfer within the healthcare environment; coordinates with peers to establish educational resources as needed.
• Maintains a safe environment for patient and family Develops and coordinates discharge plans, independently or in collaboration with other staff Demonstrates critical thinking, problem solving skills, professional behavior, and customer service.
• Performs hourly rounding Participates in team meetings regarding patient care and/or practice issues Delegates tasks/care to appropriate staff to ensure timely follow-up.
• Engages in peer review process Collaborates with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure integrated patient care.
• Engages in ongoing practice needs and initiatives to improve quality, engagement, and successful outcomes; remains current on nursing research and evidence-based clinical practice changes.
• Awareness of Nurse Sensitive Indicators and polices related to reduction of NSI.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Active RN License in Maryland (Compact State as applicable).
• BLS Certification from the American Heart Association required.
• Valid Driver's License required (Learner's or Provisional License not accepted).
• 1 year of Mental Health RN experience required; 3+ years of experience preferred.