• Job Description

  Req#: REF41769C

  Company Description

  The Neurotrauma Intermediate Care Unit provides multidisciplinary care to ill patients who have sustained primarily central nervous system injury and may have other associated injuries. These patients still require frequent monitoring or intensive nursing care. The Unit has the capacity for 12 patients; each serviced in separate glass enclosed cubicles.

  Monitoring equipment that is readily available for patients on the Unit includes:

  • ECG monitoring
  • Hemodynamic monitoring (i.e. central venous pressure and arterial blood pressure)
  • SpO2 monitoring
  • Respiratory volume and pressure monitoring via mechanical ventilators and a glucometer

  The Shock Trauma Center STAT lab is readily accessible for rapid analysis of blood tests. Doppler flow studies, bronchoscopy, gastrointestinal scopes and EEG can be performed at the patient's bedside upon request. This Unit is situated just down the hallway from the Neurotrauma Critical Care Unit so that it can quickly access material and human resources from the Critical Care Unit in the event of an emergency.

  Renowned as the academic flagship of the University of Maryland Medical System, our Magnet®-designated facility is a nationally recognized, academic medical center with opportunities across the continuum of care. Come join UMMC and discover the atmosphere where talents and ideas come together to enhance patient care and advance the science of nursing. Located in downtown Baltimore near the Inner Harbor and Camden Yards, you won’t find a more vibrant place to work!

  Job Description

  General Summary

  • This role is reserved for the new graduate or nurse with less than 12 months experience. Develops nursing practice and supports group practice goals at the unit level. Functions effectively as a member of a multidisciplinary health care team. Is accountable to patient, family and team members for care provided, and to the nurse manager for totality of work performance.

  Qualifications

  Education & Experience

  • Licensure as a Registered Nurse in the state of Maryland, or eligible to practice due to Compact state agreements outlined through the MD Board of Nursing, is required.
  • Current CPR certification required.

  Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Ability to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the patient population(s) served. Ability to demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s requirements relative to his or her population-specific and age specific needs.
  • Ability to learn and use computer systems in order to manage patient information.
  • Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills.

  Patient Safety

  • Ensures patient safety in the performance of job functions and through participation in hospital, department or unit patient safety initiatives.
  • Takes action to correct observed risks to patient safety.
  • Reports adverse events and near misses to appropriate management authority.
  • Identifies possible risks in processes, procedures, devices and communicates the same to those in charge.

  Additional Information

  All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

  Compensation:

  • Pay Range: $37
  • Other Compensation (if applicable):
  • Review the 2024-2025 UMMS Benefits Guide

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