At ChristianaCare, Union Hospital our Clinical Decision Unit has been created to provide superior patient care to those patients requiring observation. Job Summary: The nurse utilizes the standards of practice and professional performance with assessment, diagnosis, outcome identification, planning, implementation, and evaluation according to the Nurse Practice Act and the American Nurses Association Code of Ethics. The staff nurse is a licensed RN who is responsible for providing safe, effective nursing care to patients using the nursing process and complying with accepted standards of progressive care nursing and the policies and procedures of Union Hospital. The RN administers monitors, and documents medications and treatments within the scope of practice. The RN monitors and reports expected and adverse reactions to treatments, procedures and medications. The RN provides individualizing care, collaborating with patient, family and doctor. The RN is responsible for overseeing and contributing to the commitment of providing a safe and secure unit for patient care. He/she collaborates in the development and implementation of the multi-disciplinary treatment plan. This job requires employees to demonstrate initial and annual competencies in order to remain in the position. Essential Job Functions - Service Excellence to all customers at all times - Medication Administration Competency - Physical Assessment Competency - Provision of nursing treatments within scope of practice - Exceptional Interpersonal Communication skills - Collaboration with multi-disciplinary team members - Teamwork and Flexibility Critical Demands: Ability to perform effectively and efficiently in crisis situations. Ability and willingness to work with a wide variety of patients, and to maintain professionalism and effectiveness in times of high stress. Ability to handle frequent interruptions and adapt to changes in workload. Ability to work independently with minimal direct supervision. Discretion and confidentiality are required.

Requirements

Education: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. Maryland RN license or license from a compact state. American Heart Association BLS required. American Heart Association ACLS required within 1 year of start date. NIH Stroke certification required within 90 days of start date.