This is an opportunity to work with a dynamic team of clinical professionals at a well- respected healthcare organization in the Pain Management Center.
At Holy Cross we value patient care, work-life balance and a positive culture.
This position will support the Mission of Trinity Health and Holy Cross Hospital
We offer:
• Competitive salary
• Benefits – Medical, Dental & Vision, PTO, Free Parking, Metro Access,
Tuition Reimbursement, 403(b)
• Quality of Life: Flexible work schedules
• Advancement: Career growth opportunities
This Full Time position is located in the Pain Management Center of the hospital. Preferred candidates will have previous experience with administering complex pain medication, CCU or other related experience as a specialty but other experience of at least 1 year will also be considered.
General Summary:
Must be able to monitor the patient's condition through regular contact and assessment. Will be able to interpret pain levels through verbal and non- verbal cues in order to make dosing recommendations. Using the Quality Caring Model, demonstrates acceptable performance and applies the nursing process to plan and manage the care of routine patients, including patient and family education and continuum of care planning. Effectively communicates fundamental patient/family information to health care team. Identifies and communicates variances from patient goals. Responsible for providing and coordinating interdisciplinary patient care utilizing the nursing process.
Minimum licensure/certification required (if applicable):
Graduation from an accredited nursing program; basic professional nursing degree (BSN or MSN) preferred. Note, if the basic professional degree is not present on hire, the employee must engage in a basic professional nursing degree program within twelve (12) months of hire.Current licensure by the Maryland State Board of Nursing or Compact State as a Registered Nurse.BLS certification; additional Life Support training as applicable to unit requirements.Professional specialty certifications may be required in accordance with departmental standards or role requirements.Minimum Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required:
Must have at least 1 year minimum experience in this specialty; Must have prior specialized experience with pain medication dosing, adverse effect assessment and care. Must be adept at communication and advocacy on behalf of the patient.Current knowledge of nursing skills and practiceComputer and audiovisual skills using various applications: Internet, email, word processingAbility to retrieve and interpret dataEffectively read, speak, write, compose and comprehend EnglishEffective eye and hand coordinationAbility to analyze and synthesize information within a short period of timeEffective problem-solving skillsAbility to multi-task, organize and prioritizeAbility to work well with individuals and groups
Holy Cross Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.
Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran (M/F/D/V) status.
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.