Advancement: Opportunities to advance through the Clinical Advancement Program
Location: Holy Cross Health, Silver Spring, MD
Description:
The Nurse in Charge (NIC) is a designated clinical leader for a patient care area who works under the supervision of and in collaboration with the Department Director to plan and coordinate care at the service/department level.
Responsibilities:
Cost effective decision-making regarding operations including utilization and application of resources. (i.e., human resources, patient care environment, supplies, etc.)
Directing and supervising professional and non-professional staff.
Determining staff assignment and scheduling.
Assuring compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards.
Participating in the development of patient care standards and delivery of care processes.
Facilitating and participating in staff development, including orientation and training.
Participating in performance evaluation and management including verbal coaching and counseling.
Participating in the development, implementation, and evaluation of the quality improvement and safety plan.
Maintaining a clinical environment that demonstrates service excellence.
Functioning as a professional role model and resource person.
The authority to exercise these responsibilities often requires the use of independent judgment. The NIC supports the Mission of Trinity Health and Holy Cross Health.
What you will need
Required:
Baccalaureate degree in nursing required.
Current licensure by the Maryland State Board of Nursing or Compact State as a Registered Nurse.
BLS certification (American Heart Association)
Department specific specialty certification required within six months of start of position.
At least 3 year of nursing experience in a Operating room setting.
Preferred:
MSN preferred
About us:
Holy Cross Health is a Catholic, not-for-profit health system that serves more than 240,000 individuals each year from Maryland's two largest counties - Montgomery and Prince George's counties. Holy Cross Health earns numerous national awards, clinical designations and accreditations across a wide range of specialties for providing innovative, high-quality health care services.
Holy Cross Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to Minority/Females/disabled/Veteran (M/F/D/V) status.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is 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, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.
