Nursing Jobs in North Bethesda, MD

RN Supervisor

Copper Ridge Nursing & Assisted Living Center Sykesville, MD

Position Title: Registered Nurse Supervisor (Every Week-End (7a-11p) Summary: Copper Ridge Nursing & Assisted Living Center is recruiting for a registered nurse to fill a management/leadership role in a skilled nursing facility setting. The RN Supervisor supports the Director of Nursing with the delivery of efficient and effective nursing care while achieving positive clinical outcomes, and patient/family and employee satisfaction during a designated shift. The RN Supervisor serves as a clinical operational liaison between units and the DON, medical director, and other nursing staff. He/she is responsible for the clinical operations of the facility including ensuring compliance with Copper Ridge's policies and procedures. Duties: Observe and monitor residents’ health and assess their needs to provide quality care Work with physicians to create individual care plans and assist them during required operations or procedures Maintain complete healthcare records and reports including PCC being utilized according to best practices. Supervise, manage, and assist in training LPN’s and GNA’s on staff Perform routine procedures as needed, including administering medication and injections, and provide emergency medical care when necessary Maintain a high standard of hygiene and cleanliness within the facility Collaborates with DON in maintaining adequate staffing coverage Effectively utilizes existing manpower to limit the amount of overtime/agency needed to support staffing Assess work performance of nursing staff while on duty ensuring timeliness in services to our patients/residents Maintain security of the facility, creating an environment that is respectful, team-oriented, and responsive to the needs of our staff, patients, and their families Monitoring nursing care to reduce hospitalizations and ensure positive outcomes. Encourages shift to shift communication between incoming and outgoing nursing staff. Reviews prospective Admissions in relation to existing nursing capabilities and ensures readiness to treat. Ensure that patient's attending physician and family or responsible party are promptly notified of any significant change in the patient health condition. Investigates patient/family complaints and takes appropriate actions to bring to resolution. Requirements: Current state nursing licensure BLS/CPR certification In-depth knowledge of nursing care methods and health and safety guidelines Responsible and compassionate with outstanding organizational and communication skills Experience supervising GNA’s and LPN's in a nursing home setting Preferred Skills: Our ideal candidate is organized, interested in management positions, and committed to maintaining high standards. Salary: $41.00-48.00/hr *Per the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) guidelines, COVID-19 vaccines are mandatory and are a requirement to work in our community. Benefits: 401k, health, life, vision, and dental insurance, PTO (paid time off) in the first year, overtime pay, DailyPay, Premium Holiday pay, Disability Insurance, Wellness Plans, stability in the strong leadership/management team who strives & achieves customer service excellence with dedicated staff qualifications. Call to Action: If you're ready to join a vibrant team with opportunities for growth, click the apply button to start your application.

Surgical Tech

Other

3 months ago

Medical Instrument Technician (Surgical Technologist) - GS-0649-08

Defense Health Agency (DHA) Bethesda, MD

Overview About This Position: This position is located at the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center,Director for Surgery Dept. of Preoperative Nursing Main Operating Room, Bethesda, MD. This position provides direct surgical support of a highly specialized nature to patients undergoing surgery including the newest and most complex, state-of-the-art procedures in multi-specialties.. Walter Reed National Military Medical Center (WRNMMC), formerly known as the National Naval Medical Center and colloquially referred to as Bethesda Naval Hospital, Walter Reed, or Navy Med, is a United States military medical center located in Bethesda, Maryland. It is one of the largest and most prominent military medical centers in the nation and has provided medical care for several U.S. presidents since its opening in 1940. In 2011, the Walter Reed Army Medical Center (WRAMC), named after yellow fever researcher Walter Reed, was combined with the National Naval Medical Center to form the tri-service Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. Working for the Department of Defense comes with an abundance of benefits and perks to include competitive compensation packages, paid time off, medical benefits, student loan repayments, and retirement package with Thrift Savings Plan to include matching employer contributions. For more information, please visit the following link: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/benefits/ Who May Apply: US Citizen This is a Direct Hire Solicitation Responsibilities As a Medical Instrument Technician (Surgical Technologist) you will: Check patient's chart, surgical consent, and identification band for completeness. Assist in positioning of patients for procedures, ensuring the patient has been correctly prepared for surgery. Perform sponge, needle and sharps count during various periods of all surgical procedures. Obtain sterile supplies, equipment, positioning devices, instrumentation, sutures, sponges, dressing, linens, etc., for specific procedures. Ensure the availability of equipment, instruments, and supplies for surgical procedures. Pass instruments and equipment to the surgeon during surgical procedures by anticipating the surgeon's needs. Have a working knowledge of the surgical scheduling system (S3) to be able to schedule surgeries and pull reports when needed. Prepare a patient for surgery; arrange Operating Room (OR) equipment, instruments, and supplies accord to the preference of the surgeons and nurses. Select, assemble, and organize required supplies (setup, connect, test, operate drills, saws, etc.) and instruments for surgical procedure. Work as an integral part of the healthcare team alongside surgeons, nurses, anesthesiologists, and other personnel before, during and after surgery. Provide direct surgical support of a highly specialized nature to patients undergoing surgery including the newest and most complex, state-of-the-art procedures in multi-specialties. After the operation, apply dressings and prepare the OR for the next case. Performs Other Duties as Assigned Qualifications Who May Apply: US Citizen In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document. Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes assisting surgical providers in a variety of procedures; and maintaining various surgical equipment or instruments before, during, or after the operation. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-07). OR Education: One and a half years of graduate level education in a field directly related to the work of the position, such as Biomedical Technology, Surgical Technology, or Cardiovascular Technology. OR Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide the total number of hours of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) beyond the first year (total semester hours minus 18) by 9. Add the two percentages. Education FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.