Registered Nurse (RN), M/S Oncology

About the position

This nursing position at BWMC is designed for registered nurses with over 12 months of experience. The role involves independently providing and coordinating patient care within a clinical specialty, actively participating in unit governance, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to enhance patient outcomes and satisfaction. The nurse is expected to uphold the service standards of the Nursing Mission, Vision, and Values while demonstrating professional nursing practices.

Responsibilities

• Independently practices with solid knowledge and clinical skills.
• Competent in care of unit specific patient population and functions effectively in roles specific to the unit.
• Utilizes and integrates evidence into practice.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary team to plan and coordinate care addressing patient/family needs.
• Transitions from task-based care to holistic care.
• Participates in unit based Clinical Practice activities.
• Integrates patient education materials utilizing the Teach Back methodology.
• Assists in the development of clinical practice guidelines and standards for unit.
• Serves as Clinical Resource for others.
• Engaged in advancing own practice and contributes to ancillary personnel skills and development.
• Participates in unit based Professional Development activities and education.
• Completes a minimum of ten (10) CE's annually related to certification and/or specialty.
• Participates in organizational or community service programs.
• Achieves professional certification in area of practice.
• Demonstrates knowledge of Nursing Sensitive Quality Indicators and contributes to unit initiatives to improve them.
• Participates in unit based process improvement efforts and supports implementation.
• Models professional behavior and culture of excellence standards.
• Delegates appropriately to other healthcare team members.
• Participates in teambuilding efforts on units and supports teamwork throughout the organization.
• Ensures patient safety in the performance of job functions and through participation in patient safety initiatives.

Requirements

• An Associate Degree in Nursing is required; Bachelor of Science from a College of Nursing is preferred.
• Current Maryland RN licensure is required prior to beginning orientation.
• At least 1 year of RN experience is required.
• Professional Certification is highly encouraged.
• Ability to learn and use computer systems to manage patient information.
• Demonstrated effective interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Membership in a professional organization.
• Experience as a super-user or subject matter expert (SME).
• Participation in community service programs.

Benefits

• Access to leading-edge technology and nationally recognized quality care.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.