Registered Nurse - St. Ann (PRN)

Salary: $40 per hour

Catholic Charities of Baltimore, St. Ann Adult Day Service is seeking a Registered Nurse to oversee the management of the health component of the program, ensuring high-quality nursing care for all Elders. Foster an environment that upholds participants' dignity, promotes their independence, and supports their overall health and well-being. The work schedule is PRN/ON CALL.

St. Ann Adult Day Service provides medical supervision and a pleasant, structured day program for elders and those with disabilities. St. Ann helps to keep families together and offers a much-needed respite for caregivers. We help to reduce the likelihood of premature nursing home placement.

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Carries out nursing procedures as ordered by the participant's physicians following established guidelines.
• Maintains compliance with Federal, State, Licensing regulations and Agency policies and procedures.
• Communicates and collaborates effectively with the participants, families and all other professionals.
• Keeps supervisor abreast of routine and emergent issues involving participants, staff and health related issues.
• Compiles, prepares, and submits reports as requested.
• Complies with all requirements for documentation including but not limited to nursing process, staff related issues and risk management.
• Identifies and reports potential risk management issues related to self, participants, caregivers, visitors, and co-workers and takes appropriate preventive measures.
• Serves as the general health information provider for general health care issues and/or concerns.
• Develops, implements, and evaluates short and long health related plans, goals and objectives.
• Participates in activities that foster personal and professional development.
• Works collaboratively with staff, peers, other health professionals, and volunteers to ensure effective clinical management of Elder Care and practices.
• Provides education and training for employees.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

PROGRAM SPECIFIC

Employees working in the following program(s) have responsibilities that are in addition to the above duties and responsibilities. These include, but are not limited to:

Program Name: St. Ann

• Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates the nursing care of participants, including direct care and/or supervision of delegated functions to other members of the nursing team.
• Develops the plan of care and/or collaborative plan of care from admission through discharge with participant, family or caregiver, participant's and the interdisciplinary team.
• Hires, evaluates, counsels and provides general supervision for all nursing staff.
• Serves as a member of the program interdisciplinary team.
• Represents the Program Director at internal and external meetings as requested.
• Must possess CPR and First Aid certification

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing and a minimum of 5 years clinical experience in a geriatric environment that includes (2) years of supervisory/leadership experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must possess CPR and First aid certification.
• Must have strong interpersonal skills, well-developed presentation skills.
• Must have the ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form; identify and resolve problems; work effectively with culturally diverse populations.
• Work independently and as a contributing member of a team; comply with government and funding regulations and agency policies and procedures; meet deadlines; organize and prioritize work.

Certification/Licensure

• Currently licensed as RN (with Maryland Board of Nursing).
• CPR certified.

REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Excellent relational skills.
• Ability to direct the work of others; interact effectively with a culturally diverse population.
• Interpret health regulations and clinical records; assess and respond to emergency situations effectively and in a calm manner.
• Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including active listening.
• Service-oriented and able to resolve customer/client concerns and grievances.
• Exceptional planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to influence and engage staff.
• Effective conflict resolution skills.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate activities as appropriate.
• Requires the ability to utilize computer systems and software necessary to perform position functions. Basic Windows PC, web browsing (i.e. Chrome, Internet Explorer, etc.), and EMR skills required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
• Assessing the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned.
• Requires the ability to stand 75% of the time and move freely throughout the building including traveling to nearby sites as required.
• Lifting and transferring 110- 200 lbs. (with assistance).
• Regularly pushing wheelchairs.
• Possess visual and hearing acuity, clear speech, hand coordination and dexterity to perform essential functions of the job effectively.

We offer a wide range of benefits to meet the ever-changing needs of our employees including but not limited to:

• Health/Dental/Vision
• Vacation/sick/holiday pay
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with a discretionary employer contribution
• Tuition Advancement
• Paid Parental Leave

Join Catholic Charities of Baltimore where you will be an important member of a trauma-informed care organization that promotes a culture of safety, empowerment, healing, and self-care, and that believes that every person has infinite worth and promise.

Catholic Charities is an equal opportunity employer