Posting Details
Posting Details
Position Number:
100391
Title:
Nurse
Functional Title:
Nurse
Category Status:
33-Exempt Regular
Applicant Search Category:
Staff
University Authorized FTE:
100
Unit:
VPSA-UHC-General Medicine
Campus/College Information:
Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state's flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation's legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation's capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.
Background Checks
Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify you from employment.
Position Summary/Purpose of Position:
In accordance with guidelines and protocols of the University Health Center, utilize nursing skills and knowledge to provide general nursing care that meets the needs of patients and health providers.. This position is essential for health related University emergencies.
Benefits Summary Top Benefits and Perks:
Exempt Benefits Summary
Minimum Qualifications: Education: BSN, BA or training from an accredited nursing program, from a four year college or university, or related experience or training. Equivalent combination of education and experience. Licensed with the Maryland State Board of Nurses. Experience:
3 years of nursing practice
Knowledge, skills, abilities: Ability to perform appropriate nursing care based on standard nursing practice and start IV's. Ability to chart patients' medical concerns and nursing care given. Ability to effectively communicate information and respond to questions from medical staff pertaining to patient care. Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or government regulations. Maintain yearly renewal of Maryland State Board of Nursing licensure. Maintain CPR Certification. Comprehensive knowledge of patient assessment, education, treatments, and understanding related factors. Preferences: Preferences:
ACLS Certification Preferred.
Additional Certifications: Additional Information: Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Essential Duty/Responsibility (1): | Administer treatment in accordance with Physicians' instruction or policies, procedures and protocols. Able to assess, evaluate patient problems and respond appropriately based on health care protocols and standards of nursing practice for normal, abnormal, emergent, and/or life-threatening situations. Provide assistance in any Health Center clinical work area assigned with the ability to learn and carry out all nursing functions specific to that unit. Utilizes knowledge of coding rules to accurately document care in the electronic medical record.
Percentage (1): | 80%
Essential Duty/Responsibility (2): | Provide assistance in any Health Center clinical work area assigned with the ability to learn and carry out all nursing functions specific to that unit. Ensure that patients are always treated with respect, non-judgmental attitude, and confidentiality.
Percentage (2): | 10%
Essential Duty/Responsibility (3): | Maintain appropriate level of nursing skills including but not limited to: injections, patient assessment and diagnostic techniques. Other duties as assigned
Percentage (3): | 10%
Job Risks
Occupational Related Bloodborne Pathogen Exposure , Respiratory Protection
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use fine motor skills, reach with hands and arms, talk and hear. The employee may be required to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. While performing the duties of this job, there is a risk of exposure to communicable diseases.
Posting Date:
03/20/2024
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Yes
Best Consideration Date
03/28/2024
Diversity Statement:
The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
