Registered Nurse - Acute Cardiac (Nights)

Holy Cross Health; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 54,000 - 77,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Free parking

Job summary

Holy Cross Health in Silver Spring, MD is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for the Acute/Cardiac unit on a part-time basis. This 12-hour night shift position offers 24 hours weekly and requires a caring bedside approach, strong assessment skills, and teamwork with the interdisciplinary team.

The RN will administer medications, monitor patient conditions, document care, educate patients and families, and contribute to discharge planning in a 30-bed unit supported by educators and clinicians.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited nursing program with RN licensure.
• Current licensure by the Maryland State Board of Nursing or Compact State.
• BLS certification (American Heart Association).
• At least 1 year of nursing experience in acute care, preferably cardiac.
• Competency in electronic patient management systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide bedside care to acutely ill patients on a cardiac telemetry unit.
• Administer medications and monitor efficacy/side effects.
• Assess, monitor, and document patient condition and changes.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to ensure patient-centered care.
• Educate patients and families during stay and at discharge planning.
• Maintain accurate and timely health records.

Skills

Bedside nursing

Communication skills

Collaboration

Electronic medical records

Medication administration

Education

RN license (Maryland or Compact)

BSN/MSN preferred

Tools

Electronic health records (EHR)

Job description

Employment Type: Part time

Shift: 12 Hour Night Shift

Description:

Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN)

Unit: Acute/Cardiac

Schedule/Shift: Part-Time / 24 hours weekly / Night Shift

Location: Silver Spring, Maryland

Position Purpose

Reporting to the Director, the Registered Nurse (RN) must demonstrate the passion to provide bedside care to a diverse and acutely ill population of patients. The Registered Nurse should possess the knowledge and skill of how-to safety apply the nursing process to assess, plan and evaluate the care of patients with various health conditions.

Unit Overview

This 30-bed unit provides care to patients with primary cardiac diagnoses, as well as to medical patients that require cardiac telemetry monitoring. 4 South Acute/Cardiac is staffed by registered nurses, certified nursing assistants, health unit coordinators, and monitor technicians. Staff receive support from clinical educators and advanced practice nurses.

As a Registered Nurse you will:

• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to support patient-centered continuum of care.
• Ability to communicate variances from patient goals and advocate on behalf of patient.
• Maintain accurate and timely healthcare records.
• Administer medications to patients, provide education and monitor for efficacy and side effects.
• Assess, monitor, report and record patient condition and pertinent changes.
• Design, implement and evaluate patient nursing care plans with healthcare team.
• Educates patients and family throughout stay and in preparation for discharge.

Minimum Qualifications:

Required:

• Graduation from an accredited nursing program; basic professional nursing degree required (BSN preferred). Note, if the BSN or MSN degree is not present on hire, the employee must sign an agreement to obtain a within a specific time frame.
• Current licensure by the Maryland State Board of Nursing or Compact State as a Registered Nurse.
• BLS certification (issued through the American Heart Association).
• Superb interpersonal, communication and collaboration abilities.
• Competency in electronic patient management systems.
• At least 1 year of nursing experience in an acute care setting, preferably cardiac.

Preferred:

• BSN or MSN preferred

Highlights and Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefit packages, including medical, dental, vision, mental health, paid time off, 403B, education assistance and voluntary benefits (pet insurance, accident insurance, hospital indemnity and others) available from the first day of employment for Full & Part-Time colleagues.
• Work/Life balance with flexible schedules.
• Free parking.
• Our mission and core values are what drive each member of Trinity Health to support each other, communicate openly and respectfully while embracing a culture that nurtures a healing, safe environment for all.
• Referral Rewards Program

Pay Range: $38.92 – $55.68. Pay is based on experience, skills and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

About us:

Holy Cross Health is a Catholic, not-for-profit health system that serves the two most populous counties in Maryland, Montgomery and Prince George's, with a commitment to being the most trusted provider of health-care services in the area. Founded in 1963 by the Sisters of the Holy Cross, Holy Cross Health is a member of Trinity Health of Livonia, Michigan. Holy Cross Hospital, in Silver Spring, is one of the largest hospitals in Maryland, and Holy Cross Germantown Hospital is the first hospital in the nation built on a community college campus, enhanced by an educational partnership. The Holy Cross Health Network operates primary-care practices and affordable health centers, and offers a wide range of innovative, community-based health and wellness programs. Specialty care, home care and hospice services round out Holy Cross Health's high-quality and coordinated continuum of care that aims to improve health and let you live life on your own terms.

Holy Cross Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.

Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to Minority/Females/disabled/Veteran(M/F/D/V) status.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.