Nursing Jobs in Gaithersburg, MD
$81,640 - $134,596 / year
About this Job: General Summary of Position Provides patient care for transplant patients following established standards and practices. Functions to advance the clinical mission and goals of the Georgetown Transplant Institute through collaborative relationships within the Medical Center. These functions are performed in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations and Georgetown University Hospital's philosophy policies procedures and standards. Primary Duties and Responsibilities Handles intake calls from potential transplant candidates and/or referring physicians. Assess patients for placement on the transplant waiting list. Coordinates evaluation with the patient/family and appropriate members of hospital the transplant team the patient's primary care physician and cardiologist and clinical consultants. Greets patients and prepares them for physician evaluations. Screens patients for appropriate information. Instructs patients in the collection of samples and completion of tests. Facilitates the evaluation of both pre- and post-transplant patients by interfacing with referring physicians Transplant hepatologists Transplant nephrologists Transplant surgeons scheduling coordinators consultants insurance coordinators and social workers. Has primary responsibility for the planning implementation and evaluation of this process. Coordinates the complex management and education of patients' pre- and post-transplant. Communicates with the United Network for Organ Sharing (UNOS) to maintain an accurate and current patient waiting list. Participates in clinical rounds meetings conferences consultations and educational programs designed to increase knowledge and to improve patient care and staff performance; serve as a consultant to physicians and staff members regarding services in the specialty area (e.g. development of critical pathway). Maintains and reviews patient records charts and other pertinent information. Posts tests and examination results. Obtains and reviews consent forms treatment plans and side effects as appropriate. Discusses potential complications with patient and family. Performs patient telephone triage assesses needs and coordinates needs with medical staff. Educates patient and family about diagnostic procedures medications nutrition and maintenance of health and wellness. Schedules in services and education sessions with patients families and healthcare professionals. Performs quality control functions of assigned area as directed. Participates in activities to develop and implement quality improvement activities within practice area and maintain collaborative relationships with personnel in other divisions and departments. Maintains established departmental policies and procedures; attends required meetings and participates in committees as requested. Performs other duties and responsibilities that are appropriate to the position and area. The above responsibilities are a general description of the level and nature of the work assigned to this classification and is not to be considered as all-inclusive. Minimal Qualifications Education Bachelor's degree in health sciences nursing or registered dietician. required Experience 3-4 years professional clinical experience as a registered nurse nurse practitioner physician assistant or registered dietitian. preferred Candidates with at least 1 year of previous transplant-related experience preferred Licenses and Certifications RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure in the District of Columbia (for those holding a BSN degree) required or RD - Registered Dietician required Knowledge Skills and Abilities Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care; effective verbal and written communication skills; flexibility in schedule and tasks as needed; computer skills; good customer service skills and attitude team player; skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients medical staff and the public; ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations. Knowledge skills and abilities will be assessed within the first ninety days of employment. This position has a hiring range of : USD $81,640.00 - USD $134,596.00 /Yr. $115,000 - $190,000 / year
About this Job: Women's Wellness Nurse Practitioner, MedStar Women's Health - MedStar Washington Hospital Center (Washington D.C.) MedStar Women's Health offers a uniquely rewarding career in a major marketplace. Shape your future in health care in the kind of setting that is right for you and your practice. Become part of an organization that welcomes your experience, input, and leadership—as a clinician and healthcare expert. MedStar Women's Health is seeking qualified Women's Wellness Nurse Practitioner to join our regional service line. We have a need at MedStar Washington Hospital Center in Washington, DC. Be a part of a nationally recognized health system and the largest provider of healthcare services in the Washington, DC/Baltimore region. With our vast resources and capabilities at your disposal, you can expand your clinical expertise. As a MedStar Health Provider, you can expect: - Competitive salary with opportunity to incentive opportunities - Great mentorship from our established WHNPs and MD/DO peers and administrators - Comprehensive onboarding and training process - 30 days of paid time off, plus 7 holidays, and 2 additional personal days - CME allowance with 5 CME days outside of PTO - Variety of health coverage plans, plus dental and vision insurance - Excellent retirement benefits that include great employer match Minimal Qualifications Education Master's degree Graduation from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program approved by the Maryland State and/or DC Board Examiners of Nurses. required Experience 1-2 years 2 year experience as a nurse practitioner. May require additional experience in specialty assigned. (Ideal candidate is either a certified Women's Health Nurse Practitioner or a Nurse Practitioner with extensive women's health experience.) Licenses and Certifications NP - Nurse Practitioner - Licensed in the District of Columbia Maryland or Virginia or any combination as required based on work location(s). May require specialty license based on location. required and CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation (includes BLS and NRP) for healthcare providers from either the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross within 90 Days required and Additional unit/specialty certifications may vary by department or business unit. Knowledge Skills and Abilities Verbal and written communication skills. Must have good problem-solving and independent judgment skills. Basic computer skills preferred. This position has a hiring range of : USD $115,000.00 - USD $190,000.00 /Hr. 
$142,064 - $288,038 / year
About this Job: General Summary of Position The Senior Director of Nursing Research assumes a leadership role in setting the MedStar Health system nursing vision and strategy for research and scientific inquiry. The Senior Director provides expertise and operational leadership for nursing research evidence-based practice (EBP) and outcomes evaluation for key nursing programs. The Senior Director builds systemwide research capacity accelerates clinical nurse-led inquiry and research activities that support Magnet recognition and nursing excellence in alignment with system nursing strategic plan and priority goals. The System Director of Nursing Research fosters a systemwide culture of inquiry mentors clinical nurses in the conduct of research ensures compliance with related regulatory standards and integrates EBP into nursing practice to improve patient care outcomes. Collaborates with nursing academic-practice partners and other healthcare disciplines both internal and external to MedStar Health to enhance a spirit of scientific inquiry; role models and supports professional practice and lifelong learning and development. Primary Duties and Responsibilities Develops and executes a nursing strategic plan for research and evidence-based practice (EBP) that aligns with MedStar Health system nursing priorities (clinical inquiry practice quality safety workforce care model innovation and digital transformation); guides nursing inquiry and dissemination of research; and seeks input from key stakeholders (e.g. Chief Nursing Officers Nursing leadership Team Magnet Coordinators and Institutional Review Board (IRB) leadership) to build effective partnerships. Promotes a culture of scholarly inquiry through user-friendly educational offerings mentoring and fellowship programs and consultancy services to clinical nurses across MedStar Health. Creates and implements nursing research and EBP governance structure that oversees research and EBP programs at the entity and system levels and for the prioritization and endorsement of related scholarly activities. Establishes research priorities based on current trends clinical priorities and organizational objectives. Identifies health care issues/phenomena within nursing worthy of investigation in collaboration with clinical nurses nurse leaders other researchers and health care professionals. Facilitates collaboration among nurses and other health care disciplines in the conduct of research activities. Mentors early career nurse scientists clinical nurses and others in the development and implementation of research and EBP projects including identification of research questions review of the literature development and review of proposals implementation and dissemination of findings. Develops and implements educational programs aimed to advance clinical nurses' involvement in nursing research and EBP activities and writing for publication. Develops and expands methods and resources for collecting analyzing and interpreting data and information needed to conduct research including library resources databases data collection institutional review of proposals statistical support software applications and information technology. Establishes partnerships with nursing academic institutions research organizations other healthcare systems and internal stakeholders (e.g. Magnet coordinators nurse leaders IRB) to promote collaborative research opportunities. Builds a pipeline for extramural and intramural funding for nursing research programs. Collaborates with research faculty from school of nursing partners on the conduct of research and submission of grant proposals for funding. Prepares and presents research findings to internal and external audiences. Disseminates knowledge through internal and external publications peer-reviewed journals and conference presentations (poster and podium). Collaborates with nursing leaders to assess the learning needs of nurses related to research. Mentors nursing leaders and clinical nurses to evaluate and integrate research evidence into practice including nursing standards of care standards of practice policies and procedures models of care quality improvement and staff development programs. Contributes expertise and mentorship in the development of nurse-led interdisciplinary research and scholarship. Serves as a Collaborative Governance liaison or chair/co-chair for System Nursing Research and EBP Council. Convene the nursing scientists from across the system as a council responsible for overseeing systemwide research activities and programs. Recognizes and rewards nurses' professional scholarship activities. Establishes and maintains effective relationships and working agreements with key research partners including staff and administration within Medstar Health IRBs academic institutions and other external research-based organizations. Ensures all research activities meet ethical standards human subject protections system policies and regulatory requirements including those for Magnet designation. Participates in multidisciplinary quality and service improvement teams as appropriate. Participates in meetings serves on committees and represents the department and hospital/facility in community outreach efforts as appropriate. Minimal Qualifications Education Doctoral degree Doctor of Philosophy - research doctorate (PhD or EdD) in Nursing or relevant field required Experience 5-7 years of progressively responsible job related experience that demonstrates a record as an effective leader educator and clinician with a record of research/evidence based practice scholarship including external presentations and publications required 1-2 years Academic experience preferred 1-2 years Leading Nursing Research Programs required Licenses and Certifications RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure and Maryland required Certification in area of specialty within 1 Year required Certification in nursing administration by a nationally recognized nursing organization within 1 Year required Knowledge Skills and Abilities Extensive understanding of nursing science a strong track record of a successful research program and the ability to foster a collaborative environment that drives excellence in nursing research. Possesses knowledge of research design; Strong analytical skills and experience with research methodologies; Working knowledge of statistical software. Demonstrated success in leading and managing large-scale research projects. Proven track record of successful grant acquisition and funding. Knowledge of healthcare regulations ethical standards Magnet recognition program and compliance requirements pertaining to research conduct. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to engage and motivate diverse teams and lead teams across multiple levels of the organization. Familiarity with health care documentation systems grant writing publishing and presenting. This position has a hiring range of : USD $142,064.00 - USD $288,038.00 /Yr. 
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About this Job: General Summary of Position Assumes total clinical management of specific patients in collaboration with a physician. Follows established standards procedures and practices and gives specific patient management directions to nursing and other staff. Performs all or a significant combination of duties depending on specialty areas. Primary Duties and Responsibilities Contributes to the achievement of established department goals and objectives and adheres to department policies procedures quality standards and safety standards. Complies with governmental and accreditation regulations. Accurately documents all data into the associate electronic medical record (OHM). Accesses and documents in other appropriate databases. Data entry must be timely complete and include all required information based on Occupational Health practice standards. Collaborates with OH clinical providers and outside medical providers to monitor the progress of case management in terms of established outcomes which includes the length of disability rates of injury and illness and other specific indicators. Collaborates with TPA to coordinate treatment plan ensure appropriate referrals and authorizations are obtained and optimum care and case management is achieved. Develops plans recommends and helps implement wellness programs to improve the health and work-life balance of associates. Evaluates and follows MedStar OH protocol for fitness for duty. Makes appropriate referrals to physicians other health care providers and facilitate mandatory EAP referrals if indicated. Evaluates associates ability to return to work full-duty or in modified work capacity after an extended absence. Assesses work capability given reason for absence and job responsibilities. Develops implements and monitors transitional duty programs for associates with work-related injuries. Evaluates assesses and treats work-related injuries with implementations of standards of care according to OHD policies. Formulates appropriate care plan including diagnostics and referral to specialists as indicated. Completes appropriate workers' compensation documentation. Enters and updates appropriate databases with case information and works with TPA to manage workers' compensation claims. Implements health compliance programs required for hospital workers as identified by federal state and policy guidelines. Programs include but are not limited to: mandatory influenza program N95 fit testing hearing conservation TB testing and vaccination requirements. Liaises with entities/departments to evaluate the safety of the workplace and collaborate with managers in injury prevention measures and departmental action planning. Participates and implements the Advanced Practice provider peer-review evaluation process. Provides ongoing medical in-services with Manager Clinical Operations to promote and enhance practice in occupational health and managing treatment for a work-related injury. Completes continuing clinical education to meet clinical practice and operational requirements. Performs pre-placement medical clearances for new candidates including complete job appropriate history and physical examinations with referral to PCP if indicated. Prepares and administers medications including vaccinations and tuberculosis testing according to department policy/procedure. Follows appropriate OH protocol for exposure type including appropriate labwork first aid and/or prophylaxis administration and inform of necessary exposure follow-up. Requisitions and interprets diagnostic laboratory and x-ray examinations when indicated. Counsels individual associates regarding exam findings abnormal lab and x-ray results appropriate follow-up any implications for personal health and the impact on job performance. Participates in meetings and on committees and represents the department and hospital in community outreach efforts. Participates in multi-disciplinary quality and service improvement teams. Minimal Qualifications Education Bachelor's degree in Nursing plus completion of an ANA accredited Nurse Practitioner Program required or Master's degree in Nursing preferred Experience 1-2 years Health provider experience required and Occupational health or ambulatory experience preferred Licenses and Certifications NP - Nurse Practitioner - Licensed Registration with the DC or Maryland State Board Examiners of Nurses required and COHN - Certified Occupational Health Nurse Certification in Occupational Health Nursing preferred CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation (includes BLS and NRP) for healthcare providers from either the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross within 90 Days required Additional unit/specialty certifications may vary by department or business unit. Knowledge Skills and Abilities Good physical assessment skills triage and first aid skills. Understanding of workers' compensation and OSHA regulations. Good patient education skills. Strong communication skills and intermediate computer skills. This position has a hiring range of : USD $102,606.00 - USD $196,996.00 /Yr. 
$97,947.20 - $162,801.60 / year
About this Job: MedStar Georgetown University Hospital’s Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center , seeks to prevent, treat and cure cancers by linking scientific discovery, expert and compassionate patient care, quality education and partnership with the community — guided by the principle of cura personalis , “care for the whole person.” Georgetown Lombardi is the research engine driving clinical cancer research at MedStar Health in the D.C. Metro In 1974, Georgetown Lombardi became the 16 th National Cancer Institute’s (NCI) designated Comprehensive Cancer Center in the country. Today, we remain the only center with this designation in the Washington, DC area. Our Bone Marrow Transplant (Stem Cell Transplant) and Cellular Immunotherapy is the only adult, FACT-accredited institution in the Washington, DC area for both allogenic and autologous transplantation as well as CAR-T cell. Patients also have access to investigator-initiated and industry sponsored cell therapy clinical trials across multiple disease specialties at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital General Summary of Position Coordinates activities with the Attending Physician as assigned. The primary responsibilities of the position will be the following: assisting in communications with patients; triaging patients and patient issues symptom management and patient education regarding their disease process and treatment. Assures the monitoring and confirmation of service delivery and evaluation of health care services for patients and patient families. Collaborates with the multi-disciplinary team utilizing clinical outcome data to support innovative and cost-effective changes to practice and to the health care system. Schedule Monday - Friday Days Benefits That Support Your Career and Well-Being Nationally recognized nurse well-being resources Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage Generous paid time off and flexible scheduling options Retirement savings plan with employer match Tuition assistance and educational support Relocation assistance up to $5,000 Free on campus associate parking Minimal Qualifications Education Bachelor's degree Nursing required Master's degree Nursing preferred Experience 1-2 years relevant clinical experience required 1-2 years ambulatory Care and Oncology experience preferred Licenses and Certifications RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure in the District of Columbia required CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation (includes BLS and NRP) for healthcare providers from either the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross within 90 Days required Additional unit/specialty certifications may vary by department or business unit. OCN - Oncology Nurse Certification within 1 Year preferred This position has a hiring range of : USD $97,947.20 - USD $162,801.60 /Yr. 
