REGISTERED NURSE

GRADE

STD0019

LOCATION OF POSITION

MDH - Western� Maryland Hospital Center\r\n1500 Pennsylvania\r\nAvenue\r\nHagerstown, MD 21742\r\n

Main Purpose of Job

The Registered Nurse works in collaboration and coordination with Physicians,\r\nhealthcare team members, and families to provide safe, effective, efficient, quality care to\r\nWestern Maryland Hospital Center patients/residents. The Registered Nurse will utilize\r\nNursing Professional Standards of Practice, Nursing Code of Ethics and WMHC Code of\r\nConduct to ensure such care. Utilizing the nursing process, the RN is responsible for\r\nassessing patient/resident health problems and needs, developing and implementing\r\ncare plans, evaluating progress toward attainment of goals/outcomes, educating\r\npatient/resident/family on illness and condition, and providing emotional support to\r\npatients/residents/families. The RN is responsible for carrying out Physician and\r\nLicensed Independent Practitioner (LIP- CRNP and PA) orders and treatments. The RN\r\ncoordinates and delegates duties to other health care personnel with appropriate\r\nfollow-up of outcomes.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:�� Determined by the Maryland State Board of Nursing under the licensing requirements for Registered Nurses.\r\nExperience: None. \r\n

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

1. Candidates for positions in this classification must possess a current license as a Registered Nurse from the Maryland State Board of Nursing, 4140 Patterson Avenue, Baltimore, Maryland 21215 or possess a current multi-state license�in party states that candidates have declared as primary states of residence. \r\n2. Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of an automobile. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.\r\n3. Employees in this classification may be required to successfully complete cardiopulmonary resuscitation training and maintain current certification. \r\n

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Employees in this classification are subject to call-in and, therefore, will be required to provide the facility with a phone number at which they can be reached. \r\n2. Employees in the classification are subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with the Code of Maryland Regulations 17.04.09, Testing for Illegal Use of Drugs. \r\n

SELECTION PROCESS

Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position.�Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.�Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work.�Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview).�\r\nComplete applications must be submitted by the closing date.�Information submitted after this date will not be added.�\r\nIncorrect application forms will not be accepted.�Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.\r\nCandidates may remain on the�certified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.\r\n

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS\r\n

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online,�the paper application (and supplemental questionnaire) may be submitted to MDH, Recruitment and Selection Division, 201 W. Preston St., Room 114-B, Baltimore, MD 21201.�Paper application materials must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment.� No postmarks will be accepted.\r\nIf additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload.� If you are unable to upload, please fax the requested information�to 410-333-5689.�Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.\r\nFor questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the�MDH Recruitment and Selection Division at 410-767-1251.\r\nIf you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or�Application.Help@maryland.gov.�\r\nAppropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: 410-767-1251 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.\r\nWe thank our Veterans for their service to our country.\r\nPeople with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.\r\nAs an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.\r\n