Kaiser Permanente - Maryland Nursing Licensed jobs

Perioperative RN Educator Full Time Largo\South Baltimore - (Largo, Maryland)

Thu, 23 May 2013 16:00:00 GMT

Req Id: 186571

To serve as a clinical leader, consultant and educator for operating eoom, PEEC, pre-Op, post op phases I and II, and sterile processing staff members.
Essential Functions:
- Creatively facilitates the adult learning process by creating an appropriate climate for learning.
- Emphasizes the development and use of critical thinking skills in order to promote clinical excellence.
- Manages all perioperative staff education and competency programs to include planning, implementation, promotion, scheduling, instruction and coordination of the documentation process for both new and on-going programs and initiatives.
- Assures that educational programs support compliance with all regulatory and MASHP standards.
- In collaboration with the quality & sustainability consultant, regularly updates departmental nursing practices to reflect the most current evidence-based standards.
- Coordinates the development, implementation and evaluation of those standards as well as policies and procedures for patient care.
- Participates in departmental equipment selection, monitors proper use and ensures staff are educated on new and existing equipment.
- Effectively coaches perioperative staff members serving in mentorship roles and participates in the orientation process for new nurses.
- Provides direction and offers alternate teaching/learning strategies when indicated.
- Assists in identifying learning needs and formulates goals to improve skill development.
- Serves as a role model for clinical excellence in patient care.
- Provides real-time coaching to staff as appropriate and follows-up with formal educational offerings as indicated.
- Participates in the overall quality improvement/process improvement plan for perioperative services.
- Identifies potential areas for assessment, performs data collection, analyzes data against benchmark measures and assists in plans/solutions to solve problems and/or improve processes.
- Actively participates in regional committees, teams and task forces as a representative for perioperative services.
- Assumes responsibility for professional growth and development, setting annual goals for continuing education and maintenance of clinical expertise.
- Works with the perioperative service leaders to develop departmental goals and objectives and assists in the implementation plan.
- Performs other related duties as directed.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- Five (5) years of recent operating room nursing or pre-operative/PACU experience to include the care of both pediatric and adult surgical patients required.
- Experience in and understanding of health care delivery in an ambulatory setting required.
- Master's degree in nursing or nursing education required.
- RN License for DC and a compact state (ex. Maryland, Virginia) required.
- Current BLS certification is required.
- Current ACLS certification is required within three (3) months of employment.
- Current PALS certification is required within six months (6) of employment.
- CNOR or CPAN certification is required within three months (3) of employment.
- Highly effective interpersonal and communication skills required.
- Excellent writing skills required.
- Must be able to work effectively with a variety of departments and leadership levels.
- Must demonstrate exceptional customer service attitudes, including a 'can do' approach.
- Must be able to independently problem-solve and develop creative solutions.
- Must be a champion for innovation and change.

Preferred Qualifications:
- One (1) year of education/training experience preferred.
- Previous experience in ambulatory surgery centers preferred.
- Experience in managed care setting preferred.
- Experience in policy and/or nursing competency development strongly preferred.
- Doctoral degree in nursing or related field preferred.
- Understanding of nursing regulatory and scope of practice requirements strongly preferred.

Operating Room RN On Call - (Gaithersburg, Maryland)

Wed, 22 May 2013 16:00:00 GMT

Req Id: 156270

Provides quality patient care in accordance with nursing philosophy, approved standards, and applicable regulatory laws. Functions as a scrub or circulating nurse in all areas of surgical specialties.
Essential Functions:
- Utilizes the standard of care in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of the surgical patient in the delivery of perioperative nursing care during the surgical process.
- Directs the coordination of efforts of the OR team members in rendering perioperative nursing care while in the roll of the circulating, scrub, pre-op or recovery nurse.
- Develops a perioperative nursing care plan on each surgical patient.
- Ensures a safe supportive environment for staff, physicians and patients.
- Assembles and communicates appropriate information in verbal or written reports in order to maintain continuity of care in the perioperative nursing process.
- Maintains current skill and knowledge of surgical procedures and principles of sterile techniques.
- Executes proper use, care, handling and processing of equipment, supplies and instrumentation used in the area of surgical specialty.
- Participates in operating room Quality Assurance program.
- Promotes personal and professional growth by actively participating in continuing education programs.
- Participates in the professionalism of the Operating Room by showing courtesy, compassion, respect and adherence to the standards.
- Performs other related duties as directed.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- Two (2) years of current Operating Room experience required.
- Experience in scrub and circulating roles in major surgical specialties required.
- Current RN Licensure in appropriate jurisdiction.
- CPR certification required.
- Cardio-pulmonary resuscitation required.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Recent ambulatory surgery experience preferred.
- Certification in IV insertion and therapy preferred.

Lead RN Part Time Gaithersburg CDU - (Gaithersburg, Maryland)

Tue, 21 May 2013 16:00:00 GMT

Req Id: 185588

To support the Clinical Coordinator in providing high quality customer service for both internal and external customer.
Essential Functions:
- Provides direct patient care, triage member calls, makes patient call-backs for providers, performs patient teaching, and performs and assists with procedures (based on provider orders) and applicable regulatory laws.
- Coordinates patient care for hospital admissions, specialty referrals, IV Care for AHC, new mom assessment protocol (OB), MCCP (Peds), and ancillary support departments.
- Makes monthly staffing schedules and day-to-day work assignments to department staff.
- Assesses workloads, on an on-going basis and makes special assignments, during peak and slow periods.
- Collects and codes department time sheets
- Calls in staff to meet minimum staffing requirements, including authorizing overtime, coordinating with other clinical teams to cover staff shortages and processes provider schedule changes when delegated by the Clinical Coordinator.
- Handles difficult and problematic work situations, including resolving member issues.
- Serves as resource for other staff members by answering questions.
- Orients new staff, and identifies staff needs for training (and provides in-service training as needed).
- Performs special projects as assigned by the CC.
- Routinely provides feedback to CC for staff performance, work habits, and barriers to efficient, high quality work.
- Assists development and revision of department procedures.
- Performs other related duties as directed.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- At least one (1) year of current experience in an HMO or ambulatory setting with emphasis in patient education is required.
- Experience in IV Therapy is required.
- Current RN license in appropriate jurisdiction is required.
- BLS certification.
- Proficiency in the use of applicable computer software.
- Demonstrated effective interpersonal and communications skills are required.
- Demonstrated knowledge of clinical systems and processes is required.
Recent hospital experience which includes ER, ICU or Step down.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous experience in a leadership role is preferred.
- B.S.N. is preferred.
ACLS, PALS

Lead RN Full Time Largo Pediatrics - (Largo, Maryland)

Tue, 21 May 2013 16:00:00 GMT

Req Id: 184159

To support the Clinical Coordinator in providing high quality customer service for both internal and external customer.
Essential Functions:
- Provides direct patient care, triage member calls, makes patient call-backs for providers, performs patient teaching, and performs and assists with procedures (based on provider orders) and applicable regulatory laws.
- Coordinates patient care for hospital admissions, specialty referrals, IV Care for AHC, new mom assessment protocol (OB), MCCP (Peds), and ancillary support departments.
- Makes monthly staffing schedules and day-to-day work assignments to department staff.
- Assesses workloads, on an on-going basis and makes special assignments, during peak and slow periods.
- Collects and codes department time sheets
- Calls in staff to meet minimum staffing requirements, including authorizing overtime, coordinating with other clinical teams to cover staff shortages and processes provider schedule changes when delegated by the Clinical Coordinator.
- Handles difficult and problematic work situations, including resolving member issues.
- Serves as resource for other staff members by answering questions.
- Orients new staff, and identifies staff needs for training (and provides in-service training as needed).
- Performs special projects as assigned by the CC.
- Routinely provides feedback to CC for staff performance, work habits, and barriers to efficient, high quality work.
- Assists development and revision of department procedures.
- Performs other related duties as directed.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- At least one (1) year of current experience in an HMO or ambulatory setting with emphasis in patient education is required.
- Experience in IV Therapy is required.
- Current RN license in appropriate jurisdiction is required.
- BLS certification.
- Proficiency in the use of applicable computer software.
- Demonstrated effective interpersonal and communications skills are required.
- Demonstrated knowledge of clinical systems and processes is required.

Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous experience in a leadership role is preferred.
- B.S.N. is preferred.

Wound Ostimy Contin RN - (KENSINGTON, Maryland)

Tue, 21 May 2013 16:00:00 GMT

Req Id: 186092

To provide, coordinate, & support clinical aspects of care for patients w/ wound, ostomy & continence (WOC) needs.

Essential Functions:
- Manages outcomes for wound, ostomy & continence patients across the continuum of care by providing, coordinating, & supporting clinical aspects of direct patient care including appropriate discharge planning, & coordination of services & education.
- Serves members throughout the care continuum requires the WOCN to travel among KP Medical Centers & or core Hospitals & SNFs, as well as monitors clinical progress in Home Wound Care.
- Acts as a specialty consultant to physicians, nurses, physical therapists, & patients for provision of WOC care in assigned area Mid-Atlantic Region.
- Collaborates w/ multidisciplinary teams to assess patient needs for nursing care, patient/family education, & other services across the continuum of care.
- Trains, coaches, & assists team members to ensure optimum WOC patient care & efficient use of resources.
- Integrates knowledge of age-specific care, institutional goals & standards, current professional practice standards, & the WOC Nurses Society Standards in providing care.
- Integrates results & theories of research studies to improve care, & actively participates in data collection & analysis.
- Performs other related duties as directed.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- 1 year of relevant wound care clinical nursing experience required.
- Proficiency in the use of applicable computer software.
- Graduation from an accredited Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Nursing Education Program required.
- Current professional nursing license in jurisdiction to which assigned and maintained in good standing required.
- Multiple Nursing Licenses in jurisdictions within the Mid-Atlantic region may be required.
- Certified Wound, Ostomy, Continence Nurse certification required.

Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred.

Lead Operating Room RN Full Time Kensington ASC - (KENSINGTON, Maryland)

Mon, 20 May 2013 16:00:00 GMT

Req Id: 183097

To support the Clinical Coordinator in providing high quality customer service for both internal & external customer services for both internal & external customers.

Essential Functions:
- Provides direct patient care, triage member calls, makes patient call-backs for providers, performs patient teaching, & performs & assists w/ procedures (Based on provider orders) & applicable regulatory laws.
- Coordinates patient care for hospital admissions, specialty referrals, IV Care for AHC, new mom assessment protocol (OB), MCCP (Peds), & ancillary support departments.
- Makes monthly staffing schedules & day-to-day work assignments to department staff.Assesses workloads, on an on-going basis & makes special assignments, during peak & slow periods. Collects & codes department time sheets.
- Calls in staff to meet minimum staffing requirements, including authorizing overtime.
- Coordinating w/ other clinical teams to cover staff shortages & processes provider schedule changes when delegated by the Clinical Coordinator.
- Handles difficult & problematic work situations, including resolving member issues.
- Serves as resource for other staff members by answering questions; orients new staff, & identifies staff needs for training (& provides in-service training as needed).
- Performs special projects as assigned by the CC.
- Routinely provides feedback to CC for staff performance, work habits, & barriers to efficient, high quality work.
- Assists development & revision of department procedures.
- Performs other related duties as directed.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
-Minimum of1 year of current experience in HMO or ambulatory setting w/ emphasis patient education is required.
- Experience in IV Therapy is required.
- Current RN license in appropriate jurisdiction is required.
- Demonstrated effective interpersonal & communications skills are required.
- Demonstrated knowledge of clinical systems & processes is required.

Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous experience in a leadership role is preferred.
- BSN is preferred.
- Proficiency in the use of applicable computer software preferred.

RNFA Part Time South Baltimore ASC - (Halethorpe, Maryland)

Mon, 20 May 2013 16:00:00 GMT

Req Id: 177894

To provide qualified surgical assistance when requested by the surgeon, in order to ensure optimal results for the patient. This position is adjunct to the basic functions of the OR Nurse.
Essential Functions:
- See OR Nurse representative Duties.
- RN's as first assistants in the OR will work interdependently w/the surgeon, providing a safe operation with optimal results for the patient.
- The Registered Nurse First Assistant will at all times act under the direct supervision of the Surgeon performing only those functions specifically stated in a manner consistent with his or her education & experience.
- All assignments will be made by the ASC Supervisor or designee w/regard to optimum patient care.
- Knowledge of surgical anatomy, physiology & operative technique pertaining to the procedure being performed.
- Skill & knowledge in applying principles of asepsis & infection control.
- Assists in positioning, propping & draping of the patient.
- Provides hemostasis by applying hemostatic clamps & or clips, coagulates bleeding points & ligates vessels.
- Provides exposure by suctioning sponging & retracting.
- Handles tissue, implants, etc., as directed by the surgeon during operative procedure.
- Performs other related duties as directed.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- Graduate of accredited School of Nursing required.
- Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in jurisdiction required.
- 2 years of perioperative nursing experience required.
- Successful completion of an R.N. First Assistant Program to include a multi specialty didactic component and 75 hours clinical experience required.
- Certification for Professional Achievement in Perioperative Practice (CNOR) required.
- Current CPR certification.

Nurse MD Licensed Practical - (Largo, Maryland)

Mon, 20 May 2013 16:00:00 GMT

Req Id: 183594

Week 1 Shift 1,2 Tues, Wed 12:00pm - 8:30pm Sun 4:00pm - 12:30am
Week 2 Shift 1,2 Mon 4:00pm - 12:30am Fri 12:00pm - 8:30pm
Rotating weekends, weekdays, holidays, nights
Responsible to assist physicians and other medical personnel to deliver care and provide information to patients.
Essential Functions:
- Monitors waiting room for patients who require immediate attention and informs appropriate staff.
- Assists physicians to administer medical treatments and procedures.
- Administers intravenous fluid therapy.
- Administers oral medications and intramuscular, subcutaneous and intradermal injections.
- Monitors patients for reactions to treatments and brings unusual situations to the attention of a provider.
- Documents information regarding treatment and treatment outcomes into patient records.
- Provides information to patients regarding medical procedures and tests.
- Maintains supply of medications, ensures that medications are current.
- Maintains a current narcotic count according to Kaiser Mid-Atlantic Nursing Policy.
- Calls prescriptions into pharmacy when directed by physician.
- Provides direction to medical assistants regarding patient treatment and procedures when appropriate.
- Performs other related duties as directed.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- Equivalent of one (1) year of full-time LPN experience in a clinical setting within the last five (5) years is required (for external hires only).
- Equivalent of one (1) year of full-time LPN experience in a clinical setting within the last five (5) years or completion of an employer-sponsored LPN training program is required (for internal transfers only).
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Successful completion of an accredited school program for Licensed Practical Nursing.
- Current License in the appropriate jurisdiction as a Licensed Practical Nurse required.
- Current CPR certification required.
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
- Proficiency in the use of applicable computer software.

Clinical RN Part Time Largo CDU - (Largo, Maryland)

Sun, 19 May 2013 16:00:00 GMT

Req Id: 182811

To coordinate and monitor care of patients in the assigned clinical area.
Essential Functions:
- Administers all oral and injecting medications in the assigned clinical area.
- Ensures narcotics and drug supplies are available in the assigned clinical area and assures the proper security of all narcotics and controlled substances according to KP standards and applicable regulatory laws.
- Initiates and monitors IV therapy to therapeutic and diagnostic procedures.
- Provides ongoing assurance of functional emergency equipment and adequate emergency drug supplies.
- Responds to emergency situations throughout medical facility.
- Documents emergency situation to supervisor.
- Coordinates, implements, and evaluates patient teaching plans for areas of diabetes mellitus, hypertension, anticoagulant therapy, therapeutic diet instruction, weight control, and other areas as designated.
- Sets-up, performs, and/or assists with procedures as appropriate.
- Coordinates recovery care of patients post sedation.
- Ensures safety measures are instituted for all compromised patients receiving care.
- Triages walk-in patients as needed or assigned.
- Supervises patient flow and directs other clinical support staff in the delivery of patient care within the Health Care Team (HCT).
- Acts as a resource person to LPNs and Clinic Assistants.
- Acts as patient advocate and resolves problem within HCT.
- Brings unresolved issues to Clinical Coordinator's attention if unresolved within the team.
- Performs other related duties as directed.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- At least one (1) year of current experience HMO or ambulatory setting is required.
- Experience in IV Therapy is required.
- Current RN license in appropriate jurisdiction is required.
- Current CPR certification is required
- Proficiency in the use of applicable computer software.
- Passed a standard medication test is required.
Preferred Qualifications:
-BSN is preferred.

Lead RN Part Time Largo CDU - (Largo, Maryland)

Sun, 19 May 2013 16:00:00 GMT

Req Id: 182783

To support the Clinical Coordinator in providing high quality customer service for both internal and external customer.
Essential Functions:
- Provides direct patient care, triage member calls, makes patient call-backs for providers, performs patient teaching, and performs and assists with procedures (based on provider orders) and applicable regulatory laws.
- Coordinates patient care for hospital admissions, specialty referrals, IV Care for AHC, new mom assessment protocol (OB), MCCP (Peds), and ancillary support departments.
- Makes monthly staffing schedules and day-to-day work assignments to department staff.
- Assesses workloads, on an on-going basis and makes special assignments, during peak and slow periods.
- Collects and codes department time sheets
- Calls in staff to meet minimum staffing requirements, including authorizing overtime, coordinating with other clinical teams to cover staff shortages and processes provider schedule changes when delegated by the Clinical Coordinator.
- Handles difficult and problematic work situations, including resolving member issues.
- Serves as resource for other staff members by answering questions.
- Orients new staff, and identifies staff needs for training (and provides in-service training as needed).
- Performs special projects as assigned by the CC.
- Routinely provides feedback to CC for staff performance, work habits, and barriers to efficient, high quality work.
- Assists development and revision of department procedures.
- Performs other related duties as directed.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- At least one (1) year of current experience in an HMO or ambulatory setting with emphasis in patient education is required.
- Experience in IV Therapy is required.
- Current RN license in appropriate jurisdiction is required.
- BLS certification.
- Proficiency in the use of applicable computer software.
- Demonstrated effective interpersonal and communications skills are required.
- Demonstrated knowledge of clinical systems and processes is required.

Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous experience in a leadership role is preferred.
- B.S.N. is preferred.

Clinical RN On Call - (Gaithersburg, Maryland)

Sun, 19 May 2013 16:00:00 GMT

Req Id: 155419

To coordinate and monitor care of patients in the assigned clinical area.
Essential Functions:
- Administers all oral and injecting medications in the assigned clinical area. Ensures narcotics and drug supplies are available in the assigned clinical area and assures the proper security of all narcotics and controlled substances according to KP standards and applicable regulatory laws. Initiates and monitors IV therapy to therapeutic and diagnostic procedures.
- Provides ongoing assurance of functional emergency equipment and adequate emergency drug supplies.
- Responds to emergency situations throughout medical facility.
- Documents emergency situation to supervisor.
- Coordinates, implements, and evaluates patient teaching plans for areas of diabetes mellitus, hypertension, anticoagulant therapy, therapeutic diet instruction, weight control, and other areas as designated.
- Sets-up, performs, and/or assists with procedures as appropriate.
- Coordinates recovery care of patients post sedation.
- Ensures safety measures are instituted for all compromised patients receiving care.
- Triages walk-in patients as needed or assigned.
- Supervises patient flow and directs other clinical support staff in the delivery of patient care within the Health Care Team (HCT).
- Acts as a resource person to LPNs and Clinic Assistants.
- Acts as patient advocate and resolves problem within HCT.
- Brings unresolved issues to Clinical Coordinator's attention if unresolved within the team.
- Performs other related duties as directed.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- A least one (1) year of current experience HMO or ambulatory setting is required.
- Experience in IV Therapy is required.
- Current RN license in appropriate jurisdiction is required.
- Current CPR certification is required
- Proficiency in the use of applicable computer software.
- Passed a standard medication test is required..
Preferred Qualifications:
- B.S.N. is preferred.

Clinical RN Full Time Largo CDU - (Largo, Maryland)

Sun, 19 May 2013 16:00:00 GMT

Req Id: 182816

Clinical RN Part Time South Baltimore CDU - (Halethorpe, Maryland)

Sun, 19 May 2013 16:00:00 GMT

Req Id: 185353

To coordinate and monitor care of patients in the assigned clinical area.
Essential Functions:
- Administers all oral and injecting medications in the assigned clinical area.
- Ensures narcotics and drug supplies are available in the assigned clinical area and assures the proper security of all narcotics and controlled substances according to KP standards and applicable regulatory laws.
- Initiates and monitors IV therapy to therapeutic and diagnostic procedures.
- Provides ongoing assurance of functional emergency equipment and adequate emergency drug supplies.
- Responds to emergency situations throughout medical facility.
- Documents emergency situation to supervisor.
- Coordinates, implements, and evaluates patient teaching plans for areas of diabetes mellitus, hypertension, anticoagulant therapy, therapeutic diet instruction, weight control, and other areas as designated.
- Sets-up, performs, and/or assists with procedures as appropriate.
- Coordinates recovery care of patients post sedation.
- Ensures safety measures are instituted for all compromised patients receiving care.
- Triages walk-in patients as needed or assigned.
- Supervises patient flow and directs other clinical support staff in the delivery of patient care within the Health Care Team (HCT).
- Acts as a resource person to LPNs and Clinic Assistants.
- Acts as patient advocate and resolves problem within HCT.
- Brings unresolved issues to Clinical Coordinator's attention if unresolved within the team.
- Performs other related duties as directed.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- At least one (1) year of current experience in an HMO or ambulatory setting is required.
- Experience in IV Therapy is required.
- Current RN license in appropriate jurisdiction is required.
- Current CPR certification is required
- Passed a standard medication test is required.
- Proficiency in the use of applicable computer software.
Preferred Qualifications:
- B.S.N. is preferred.

Clinical RN On Call South Baltimore CDU - (Halethorpe, Maryland)

Sun, 19 May 2013 16:00:00 GMT

Req Id: 183835

To coordinate and monitor care of patients in the assigned clinical area.

Essential Functions:
- Administers all oral and injecting medications in the assigned clinical area.
- Ensures narcotics and drug supplies are available in the assigned clinical area and assures the proper security of all narcotics and controlled substances according to KP standards and applicable regulatory laws.
- Initiates and monitors IV therapy to therapeutic and diagnostic procedures.
- Provides ongoing assurance of functional emergency equipment and adequate emergency drug supplies.
- Responds to emergency situations throughout medical facility.
- Documents emergency situation to supervisor.
- Coordinates, implements, and evaluates patient teaching plans for areas of diabetes mellitus, hypertension, anticoagulant therapy, therapeutic diet instruction, weight control, and other areas as designated.
- Sets-up, performs, and/or assists with procedures as appropriate.
- Coordinates recovery care of patients post sedation.
- Ensures safety measures are instituted for all compromised patients receiving care.
- Triages walk-in patients as needed or assigned.
- Supervises patient flow and directs other clinical support staff in the delivery of patient care within the Health Care Team (HCT).
- Acts as a resource person to LPNs and Clinic Assistants.
- Acts as patient advocate and resolves problem within HCT.
- Brings unresolved issues to Clinical Coordinator's attention if unresolved within the team.
- Performs other related duties as directed.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- At least one (1) year of current experience in an HMO or ambulatory setting is required.
- Experience in IV Therapy is required.
- Current RN license in appropriate jurisdiction is required.
- Current CPR certification is required
- Passed a standard medication test is required.
- Proficiency in the use of applicable computer software.

Preferred Qualifications:
- BSN is preferred.

Clinical RN On Call Towson Gastroenterology - (LUTHERVILLE, Maryland)

Sun, 19 May 2013 16:00:00 GMT

Req Id: 180087

To coordinate and monitor care of patients in the assigned clinical area.

Essential Functions:
- Administers all oral and injecting medications in the assigned clinical area.
- Ensures narcotics and drug supplies are available in the assigned clinical area and assures the proper security of all narcotics and controlled substances according to KP standards and applicable regulatory laws.
- Initiates and monitors IV therapy to therapeutic and diagnostic procedures.
- Provides ongoing assurance of functional emergency equipment and adequate emergency drug supplies.
- Responds to emergency situations throughout medical facility.
- Documents emergency situation to supervisor.
- Coordinates, implements, and evaluates patient teaching plans for areas of diabetes mellitus, hypertension, anticoagulant therapy, therapeutic diet instruction, weight control, and other areas as designated.
- Sets-up, performs, and/or assists with procedures as appropriate.
- Coordinates recovery care of patients post sedation.
- Ensures safety measures are instituted for all compromised patients receiving care.
- Triages walk-in patients as needed or assigned.
- Supervises patient flow and directs other clinical support staff in the delivery of patient care within the Health Care Team (HCT).
- Acts as a resource person to LPNs and Clinic Assistants.
- Acts as patient advocate and resolves problem within HCT.
- Brings unresolved issues to Clinical Coordinator's attention if unresolved within the team.
- Performs other related duties as directed.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- At least one (1) year of current experience in an HMO or ambulatory setting is required.
- Experience in IV Therapy is required.
- Current RN license in appropriate jurisdiction is required.
- Current CPR certification is required
- Passed a standard medication test is required.
- Proficiency in the use of applicable computer software.

Preferred Qualifications:
- BSN is preferred.

Pap Tracking RN Full Time Marlow Heights OB\GYN - (Suitland, Maryland)

Sun, 19 May 2013 16:00:00 GMT

Req Id: 184562

Responsible for the coordination of care, tracking, & follow-up for members who have had Cervical Cancer Screening, using established protocols. Develops & directs a plan of care for at-risk populations for Cervical Cancer, utilizing Clinical Practice Guidelines
Essential Functions:
- Tracks & coordinates all PAP related tests, procedures, & surgeries.
o Is responsible for all Cervical Cancer Screening, test resulting, follow up testing, & subsequent treatment activities.
o Interprets complex cytology & pathology to drive follow up treatment.
o Facilitates follow-up care w/ recommended time frames according to MAS & National standards.
o Runs reports & follows protocols to keep acceptable audit scores.
o Makes follow-up appointments as appropriate.
o Demonstrates the ability to make quick decisions, based on sound critical thinking skills according to established protocols.
- Utilizes the PAP Tracking System effectively to successfully track all activities.
- Implements & monitors a comprehensive patient education program addressing the patient's level of understanding regarding risk factors, treatment programs, & preventative measures to avoid pre-cancerous states.
o Educates around complex pathophysiology of PAP & pathology results that include Low & High Grade lesions, including cancerous states.
o Provides comprehensive education around the DNA HPV virus, its properties, effects, incidence, transmission, & prevention.
o Promotes healthy lifestyle changes associated w/ Cervical Cancer prevention.
o Deals w/ the emotional 'worried well' responses to the carriage of the HPV virus.
o Receives & processes telephone inquiries from general membership regarding information around Cervical Cancer Screening & PAP test results.
- Utilizes secure messaging to respond to member's web based inquiries, & provide next step notices.
o Documents all patient encounters using both electronic medical record, & the PAP Tracking System.
- Prioritizes program activities to maximize productivity & efficiency.
- Participates in training & orientation of new staff.
- Troubleshoots Lab issues as necessary.
- Performs, analyzes, & remedies outstanding audits as directed.
- Contributes to the development of Program protocols, policies, processes.
- Participates in Peer Review activities to initiate dialogue regarding differing workflow styles, & to support unit consistency.
- Is responsible for providing consistent and quality customer service.
o Partners w/ specific HCT members at each medical center to allow for consistent & accurate communication.
o Makes periodic site visits to meet w/ staff to share new updates, etc.
o Trains center staff as needed in PAP tracking activities.
o Performs provider orientation at the medical centers.
o Consults & collaborates w/ providers using electronic medical record ePAP workflow to establish sign off & recommendations for high grade lesion & pathology results.
- Serves as a resource for all pap related activities for Primary Care, & other Care Teams.
- Assists members in empathetic, efficient manner to determine best course of action to resolve any Cervical Cancer screening or treatment issue.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- 3 years clinical experience required.
- 1 year ambulatory care in either GYN or Women's Health arena required.
- Proficient computer skills in related software (Windows) required.
- Excellent interpersonal & communications skills required.
- Demonstrated experience in assessing & triaging patients in a high volume setting using departmental guidelines, OB/GYN advice protocols & procedures required.
- Current RN license in Virginia or Maryland & D.C. required.
- Valid state driver's license in Virginia, Maryland or D.C. required.
- Certification for PAP tracking within 1 month of hire required.
- PAP Tracking Certification for the following training required. (Completion of Computer based PAP Tracking System course).
Preferred Qualifications:
- Telephone advice/triage experience preferred.
Pap Tracking experience within the last 2 years

Clinical RN Part Time Gaithersburg CDU - (Gaithersburg, Maryland)

Sun, 19 May 2013 16:00:00 GMT

Req Id: 184593

Perioperative RN Part Time Largo ASC - (Largo, Maryland)

Thu, 16 May 2013 16:00:00 GMT

Req Id: 185575

Provides quality patient care for pre-operative & post-operative patients, in accordance w/ nursing Philosophy & approved standards.
Essential Functions:
- Performs w/in the established standard of pre & post anesthesia nursing & critical care nursing.
- Utilizes the standard of care in the assessment, planning implementation & evaluation of the surgical patient in the delivery of pre-operative & post-operative nursing care.
- Formulates care plans based on individual assessment of physiologic functions & problems identified pre-operatively & intra-operatively.
- Provides nursing care Utilizing Clinical knowledge & expertise, reacting immediately to adverse physiological changes w/in seconds, to reverse & revive the patient's physiological functions.
- Renders nursing care following aseptic techniques.
- Assembles & communicates appropriate information in verbal or written reports in order to maintain continuity of care.
- Executes proper use of equipment & supplies used in the Pre-operative area Recovery (Stage I & Stage II) Room area.
- Participates in the Surgery Department's Quality Assurance Program.
- Promotes personal & professional growth by actively participating in continuing education programs.
- Participates in the professionalism of the Operating Room by showing courtesy, compassion respect & adherence to the standards.
- Assumes other related duties as directed.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- A minimum of 2 years of current PACU or Critical Care experience required.
- Current RN licensure in appropriate jurisdiction required.
- P.A.L.S & A.C.L.S. certification required.
- CPR required.
- Good oral & written communication skills required.
- Proficiency in the use of applicable computer software.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Recent PACU experience preferred.
- Certification in IV insertion & therapy preferred.

Operating Room RN Full Time Largo ASC - (Largo, Maryland)

Thu, 16 May 2013 16:00:00 GMT

Req Id: 183599

Provides quality patient care in accordance with nursing philosophy, approved standards, and applicable regulatory laws. Functions as a scrub or circulating nurse in all areas of surgical specialties.
Essential Functions:
- Utilizes the standard of care in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of the surgical patient in the delivery of perioperative nursing care during the surgical process.
- Directs the coordination of efforts of the OR team members in rendering perioperative nursing care while in the roll of the circulating, scrub, pre-op or recovery nurse.
- Develops a perioperative nursing care plan on each surgical patient.
- Ensures a safe supportive environment for staff, physicians and patients.
- Assembles and communicates appropriate information in verbal or written reports in order to maintain continuity of care in the perioperative nursing process.
- Maintains current skill and knowledge of surgical procedures and principles of sterile techniques.
- Executes proper use, care, handling and processing of equipment, supplies and instrumentation used in the area of surgical specialty.
- Participates in operating room Quality Assurance program.
- Promotes personal and professional growth by actively participating in continuing education programs.
- Participates in the professionalism of the Operating Room by showing courtesy, compassion, respect and adherence to the standards.
- Performs other related duties as directed.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- 2 years of current operating room experience required.
- Current RN licensure in appropriate jurisdiction.
- CPR certification required.
- Cardio-pulmonary resuscitation required.
- Experience in scrub and circulating roles in major surgical specialties required.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Certification in IV insertion and therapy preferred.
- Recent ambulatory surgery experience preferred.

Operating Room RN Part Time Largo ASC - (Largo, Maryland)

Thu, 16 May 2013 16:00:00 GMT

Req Id: 185409

Provides quality patient care in accordance with nursing philosophy, approved standards, and applicable regulatory laws. Functions as a scrub or circulating nurse in all areas of surgical specialties.
Essential Functions:
- Utilizes the standard of care in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of the surgical patient in the delivery of perioperative nursing care during the surgical process.
- Directs the coordination of efforts of the OR team members in rendering perioperative nursing care while in the roll of the circulating, scrub, pre-op or recovery nurse.
- Develops a perioperative nursing care plan on each surgical patient.
- Ensures a safe supportive environment for staff, physicians and patients.
- Assembles and communicates appropriate information in verbal or written reports in order to maintain continuity of care in the perioperative nursing process.
- Maintains current skill and knowledge of surgical procedures and principles of sterile techniques.
- Executes proper use, care, handling and processing of equipment, supplies and instrumentation used in the area of surgical specialty.
- Participates in operating room Quality Assurance program.
- Promotes personal and professional growth by actively participating in continuing education programs.
- Participates in the professionalism of the Operating Room by showing courtesy, compassion, respect and adherence to the standards.
- Performs other related duties as directed.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- 2 years of current operating room experience required.
- Current RN licensure in appropriate jurisdiction.
- CPR certification required.
- Cardio-pulmonary resuscitation required.
- Experience in scrub and circulating roles in major surgical specialties required.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Certification in IV insertion and therapy preferred.
- Recent ambulatory surgery experience preferred.

Oncology RN Part Time Largo Oncology - (Largo, Maryland)

Wed, 15 May 2013 16:00:00 GMT

Req Id: 177870

Provides primary nursing support for Oncology and secondary support for Internal Medicine. Administers or assists with administration of chemotherapeutic agents following established protocols or physician's orders. Is responsible for providing nursing advice for Oncology patients with medical problems.
Essential Functions:
-Prepares patients for appointments with providers or for chemotherapy by screening to determine nature of the visit, obtaining and recording pertinent physical assessment data & explaining procedures to patients.
-Assists providers with examinations by providing instruction to patients regarding preparation for laboratory & x-ray diagnostic procedures. May perform diagnostic labs prior to chemotherapy (urine dipstick evaluation).
-Assists providers with minor surgery and special procedures (bone narrow aspiration). Sets up treatment rooms ensuring that adequate supplies are on hand and that proper instruments are available. Cleans & sterilizes instruments & cleans treatment rooms as required.
-Acts as a counselor for patient & family. Is responsible for providing medical advice & education on all facets of Oncology. Is a liaison between the primary care physician & 7. Inserts IV catheters & administers IV fluids for the purpose of hydration or the patient. May also work in conjunction with the Psychiatric Social Worker or Psychiatrist to provide the patient with a mental health component of care.
-Mixes & administers chemotherapeutic agents under the direction of a physician, or according to prescribed protocols. Is knowledgeable of the actions of the chemotherapeutic agents, of the interactions with the body's systems & of the nursing interventions necessary to counteract or minimize reactions.
-Follows established Oncology protocols to maintain a clean & safe working environment. Safeguards self and others against the hazards of toxic drugs. Disposes of bio-hazardous waste according to approved protocol. Abides by federal, state & or local standards regarding drug accountability. Medication therapy under a physician's direction or medication protocol. Monitors patients during & after periods of instillation.
-Completes various forms (consultation forms) as required. Maintains accurate records & appropriate entries in patient chart for specific medications utilizing the chemotherapy flow sheet.
- Documents treatments or observations as needed. Is responsible, in conjunction with the physician, for documenting information for investigational protocols and ensures that all appropriate investigational drug materials is understood by the patient. Maintains vital information for the Tumor Board Registry.
- Performs other related duties as directed.
Secondary Functions:
-Participates in staff meetings and attends in-service programs. Maintains, updates knowledge by attending continuing education programs on Oncology. Provides education for staff members.
-Is familiar with health plan benefits & community resources. Communicates with the Discharge Planning Nurse to investigate additional resources.
-As time permits, make home visits in an effort to provide comprehensive & continuous care. Performs other related duties as directed.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- RN license in jurisdiction to which assigned.
- Current CPR certification is required.
- 2 years of current Oncology experience w/ at least 1 year being in an out-patient setting.
Preferred Qualifications:
- BSN preferred.

Regional Infection Preventionist - (Rockville, Maryland)

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 16:00:00 GMT

Req Id: 178686

In order to advance patient safety & to prevent infections within MAS Region Service Area (NOVA, SDSM, or Baltimore), invasive procedures will be monitored per the Region-wide Infection Control Annual Strategic Work Plan. Infection Preventionist coordinates an integrated & comprehensive infection surveillance, prevention, & process improvement program. Objectively & systematically assesses, monitors, evaluates, & improves the processes that affect the quality of patient care while ensuring compliance with all standards, regulatory, & accreditation requirements. Improves patient outcomes by preventing infections.

Essential Functions:
- Manages, organizes, & implements the Regional Infection Prevention Program for the Service Area of responsibility to include ambulatory surgery services, invasive diagnostic procedures & any procedures performed in procedure & treatment rooms in collaboration with the Director of EBM, EH&S, Infection Control & Employee Health & Regional Manager of IC & EH.
- Assists in the development & implementation an annual Regional Infection Control Annual Strategic Work Plan in coordination with the goals & priorities established by the Regional Infection Control Committee & EH&S/Infection Control/Employee Health Department.
- Develops plans, offers recommends, &/or coordinates implementation of infection prevention initiatives.
- Presents infection prevention educational programs.
- Provides immediate advice or coaching to staff or practitioners directly involved in a situation that may present potential an infection control risk or exposure to members &/or the organization.
- Manages & secures the identification, investigation & corrective action planning/implementation process relating to infection prevention practices or issues.
- Develops & implements an annual ambulatory surgery services (ASC) Infection Control Annual Strategic Work Plan specific to ASC & in coordination with the goals & priorities established by the Regional Infection Control Committee & EH&S/Infection Control/Employee Health Department.
- Promotes compliance with accreditation standards, & other federal & state laws & regulations, as well as internal Kaiser Permanente's requirements relating to infection prevention & control.
- Participates, collaborates, & represents the organization on external infection prevention projects & participates in program office-sponsored infection prevention initiatives.
- Maintains effective communication with all individuals involved in infection prevention initiatives or projects.
- Involves key stakeholders, as indicated, with such projects, keeping them informed as to project status, barriers encountered, completion, etc.
- Promotes the replication of successful 'best practices' from other regions within the program, or other health care organizations.
- Serves as a member or ex officio member on the a) Regional Infection Control Committee; b) Ambulatory Surgery Quality Committees; c) Medication Safety Committee; d) Regional Product Review Committee; e) Service Area Quality Improvement Committees; & f) Accreditation Readiness Team.
- Applies change management concepts to influence successful, timely attainment of Regional & Service Area to include Ambulatory Surgery Services Infection Prevention Program goals, project completion targets, or other infection prevention goals.
- Makes effective use of accessible databases to produce meaningful reports for stakeholders interested in making infection prevention improvements.
- This job description is not all encompassing.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- Five (5) years of experience or combination of experience in an acute care hospital or ambulatory setting with knowledge of medical and surgical procedures, treatments, and patient management required.
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience applying quality improvement techniques, and facilitating compliance with accreditation standards required.
- Previous demonstrated experience in successfully implementing major patient safety and/or quality improvement initiatives or projects required.
- Bachelor's degree in Nursing (or must compete with six (6) months of employment).
- Licensure as RN in VA, MD or DC required in applicable jurisdiction.
- Certification in Infection Prevention and Control required within eighteen (18) months of employment.
- Background in infection prevention or control, employee health, risk management, and patient safety required, preferably in a managed care setting.
- Knowledge of federal and state health care laws and regulations required.
- Proficiency in computer applications, including MS Office Suite required.
- Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills required.
- Skilled in problem-solving and collaborating with other professionals required.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master's degree in a related area preferred.
- Familiarity with Kaiser Permanente preferred.

Clinical Educator Gaithersburg OB - (Gaithersburg, Maryland)

Thu, 04 Apr 2013 16:00:00 GMT

Req Id: 166513

Serves as a clinical leader, consultant & educator for clinical practice. Provides support for implementing & maintaining clinical excellence specifically standards & competencies of the clinical staff. The Clinical Educator assists members of the Regional Patient Care Services department & the Regional Nurse Executive w/ efforts to ensure all processes & systems meet the quality, regulatory, certifying, & licensing standards for nursing are in place & assists w/ monitoring compliance w/ those standards.

Essential Functions:
- Provides clinical instruction, mentoring & leadership in a variety of settings, including but not limited to the following:
- Delivery System Orientation
- Nursing & Clinical Assistant orientation
- Cardiac life support program (BLS, ACLS, PALS)
- Transition programs for new services
- Competency validation
- RN residency programs
- Departmental training
- New equipment training
- Creatively facilitates the adult learning process by creating an appropriate climate for learning.
- Emphasizes the development & use of critical thinking skills in order to promote clinical excellence.
- Provides clinical instruction in the clinical setting as necessary.
- Collaborates w/ operational leaders to include planning, implementation, promotion, scheduling, instruction, coordination & documentation of the onboarding process.
- Provides direction & offers alternate teaching/learning strategies when indicated.
- Assists in identifying learning needs & formulates goals to improve skill development.
- Develops written communications in preparation for the clinical practice newsletter, external magazines & other venues as appropriate.
- Provides real-time coaching to staff as appropriate & follows-up w/ formal educational offerings as indicated.
- Participates in regional equipment selection & ensures staff are educated on new & existing equipment.
- Assures that new employee orientation supports compliance w/ all regulatory & MASHP standards.
- Other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- Five (5) years of recent clinical nursing experience in specialty service required.
o Emergency department
o Obstetrics
o Oncology/Chemotherapy infusion
o Ambulatory nursing (0.6 FTE position)
- One (1) year of education/training experience required.
- Experience in and understanding of health care delivery in an ambulatory setting required.
- Master's degree in nursing or related field required (or current enrollment in a graduate program)
- RN License for DC and a Compact state (ex. Maryland, Virginia) required.
- Current BLS certification is required.
-Current ACLS certification is required within three months of employment. Certification must be continuously maintained.
- Current PALS certification is required within six months of employment. Certification must be continuously maintained.
-Current Instructor certification in ACLS, BLS and PALS required within 18 months of employment. Certification must be continuously maintained.
- Passing a standard medication test is required.
- Highly effective interpersonal and communication skills required.
- Excellent writing skills required.
- Must be able to work effectively with a variety of departments and leadership levels.
- Must demonstrate exceptional customer service attitudes, including a 'can do' approach.
- Must be able to independently problem-solve and develop creative solutions.
- Must be a champion for innovation and change.

Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in education/training in specialized subject matter (e.g., obstetrics, oncology, etc.) preferred.
- Supervisory/management experience preferred.
- Experience in managed care setting preferred.
- Health care consulting experience preferred.
- Experience in policy and/or nursing competency development strongly preferred.
- Doctoral degree in nursing or related field preferred.
- Understanding of nursing regulatory and scope of practice requirements strongly preferred.

The right candidate must have a strong background in OB.

Senior Manager Hospice & Palliative Care - (Rockville, Maryland)

Wed, 03 Apr 2013 16:00:00 GMT

Req Id: 177056

The Senior Manager is responsible for managing and overseeing all hospice and palliative care programs within the Mid Atlantic Region. Ensures all programs meet regulatory and quality standards. This position works collaboratively with senior staff, administrators, health care teams and physicians to develop and implement new programs. The manager is responsible for ideas and actions to enhance and promote hospice and palliative care throughout the region.

Essential Functions:
- Develops, implements, and manages programs and operations related to Hospice and Palliative care programs in order to meet organizational goals.
- Designs performance program evaluation methods and processes, analyzes and presents results, and recommends and implements improvements.
- Oversees operations including budgeting, reporting and staff recruitment.
- Manages and directs staff, supporting professional growth by providing education, training and appropriate resources.
- Conducts performance evaluation, counseling and acts as a mentor to direct reports.
- Coordinates communications and activities related to Hospice and Palliative Care for Health Plan and Medical Group, including Inter-regional and Program Office initiatives.
- Maintains current knowledge base in national trends in hospice and palliative care including quality standards of care.
- Ensures member benefits are interpreted and applied correctly and in compliance with federal and state regulations.
- Oversees referral entry by palliative care staff as it applies to hospice and palliative care.
- Ensures the delivery of state of the art customer services to members, providers and vendors.
- Palliative Care Program: Develops, implements, and manages a region-wide strategy for hospital, home and ambulatory palliative care based on KP national best practice.
- Hospice Program: Supports and grows hospice regionally, establishes and maintains relations with hospice networks and community leaders.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- Eight (8) years of experience in end of life care required.
- Five (5) years of management experience including operations management, program development, budgeting, and outcome evaluation required.
- Bachelor's degree in nursing, health care administration or related field required.
- Valid clinical license (RN or LCSW) in Maryland, DC, and/or Virginia required.

Preferred Qualifications:
- Master's degree in nursing, health care administration or a related field preferred.
- Certification in Hospice/Palliative Care preferred.

Psychiatric Advanced Practice Nurse PT - (Suitland, Maryland)

Thu, 28 Mar 2013 16:00:00 GMT

Req Id: 177435

Responsible for providing evaluations, treatment planning, referral, case management, & individual follow-up, & group therapy based on clinical evaluations of targeted populations.

Essential Functions:
- Assesses clinical, emotional, & educational health needs of patients. Provides individual & group psychotherapy implementing goal specific & measurable treatment plans. Triages/evaluates, provides urgent care psychotherapy for both scheduled & walk-in patients & implements indicated treatment plans.
- Collaborates closely w/ staff psychiatrists, Primary Care Providers & other clinical staff to maintain continuity & integration of care as well as appropriate follow up.
- Acts as a resource for clinical staff & assists in implementation of in-service & support programs for medical center staff.
- Documents clinical patient encounters in accordance w/ department policies & procedures following HIPAA regulations.
- Provides telephone evaluations, & recommendations, & consults w/ a physician as needed regarding medications.
- Participates in patient education activities around psychiatric symptom & disease management.
- Facilitates referrals to appropriate community agencies including hospitals.
- Participates in on going Intensive Outpatient Program development & implementation. (This includes input & participation in the types of groups & activities to be offered for post hospital & other patients requiring acute outpatient services.)
- Collaborates w/ physicians & managers in developing & periodically reviewing protocols relevant to department functioning.
- As directed by a physician, prescribes or orders medication or laboratory testing.
- Participates in monitoring quality of care according to professional standards & established criteria.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- A minimum of 3 years of post master's degree experience providing direct advance practice nursing care in a psychiatric clinical setting required.
- In accord w/ the specific job description Certification as Clinical Nurse Specialist in either Adult, or Child/Adolescent Services by the ANCC required.
- Master's degree in Mental Health Nursing required.
- Current license to practice in the jurisdiction to which person is assigned required.
- NPI required.

Preferred Qualifications:
-Skills in thearea of medication administration as well as nursing case management duties.
- Experience in providing triageon individual and group psychotherapy.

Nurse MD Clinical BLT - (White Marsh, Maryland)

Tue, 26 Feb 2013 14:00:00 GMT

Req Id: 163107

To coordinate and monitor care of patients in the assigned clinical area.
Essential Functions:
- Administers all oral and injecting medications in the assigned clinical area.
- Ensures narcotics and drug supplies are available in the assigned clinical area and assures the proper security of all narcotics and controlled substances according to KP standards and applicable regulatory laws.
- Initiates and monitors IV therapy to therapeutic and diagnostic procedures.
- Provides ongoing assurance of functional emergency equipment and adequate emergency drug supplies.
- Responds to emergency situations throughout medical facility.
- Documents emergency situation to supervisor.
- Coordinates, implements, and evaluates patient teaching plans for areas of diabetes mellitus, hypertension, anticoagulant therapy, therapeutic diet instruction, weight control, and other areas as designated.
- Sets-up, performs, and/or assists with procedures as appropriate.
- Coordinates recovery care of patients post sedation.
- Ensures safety measures are instituted for all compromised patients receiving care.
- Triages walk-in patients as needed or assigned.
- Supervises patient flow and directs other clinical support staff in the delivery of patient care within the Health Care Team (HCT).
- Acts as a resource person to LPNs and Clinic Assistants.
- Acts as patient advocate and resolves problem within HCT.
- Brings unresolved issues to Clinical Coordinator's attention if unresolved within the team.
- Performs other related duties as directed.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- At least one (1) year of current experience in an HMO or ambulatory setting is required.
- Experience in IV Therapy is required.
- Current RN license in appropriate jurisdiction is required.
- Current CPR certification is required
- Passed a standard medication test is required.
- Proficiency in the use of applicable computer software.
Preferred Qualifications:
- B.S.N. is preferred.
- Primary location is White Marsh. Possible travel to SBMC on weekends.

Professional Development & Leadership Manager - (Rockville, Maryland)

Mon, 18 Feb 2013 14:00:00 GMT

Req Id: 171627

Leads the professional development of clinical staff through the development of competencies, orientation, regional trainings, and other opportunities identified in collaboration with key stakeholders. Manages placement of clinical students and introduction of new graduate residencies and fellowships. Supports professional practice advancement by providing continuing education (including credits), career advancement opportunities and role support, and other various professional development activities. Manages the day-to-day practice of the RPCS clinical educators.

Essential Functions:
- Day-to-day management of clinical educators.
- Collaborates with regional clinical operations leaders to identify emerging and existing clinical practice trends and issues.
- Leads the planning and implementation of appropriate competencies, orientations, trainings to meet the clinical practice needs.
- Develops and implements annual regional training plan for core and advanced skills (ex. pt. engagement, complex procedures, leadership, etc.).
- Leads professional practice development in clinical professions.
- Creates and implements nursing leadership development opportunities.
- Leads implementation of the Kaiser Permanente integrated nursing model, core values and professional behaviors in assigned clinical departments across the region.
- Partners with key stakeholders to offer career advancement opportunities and role support.
- Creates continuing education opportunities.
- Coordinate credit approval process through Virginia Nurses Association.
- Facilitates student placements, graduate residencies, and Health Plan fellowships.
- Other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- Eight (8) years of clinical nursing experience.
- Five (5) years of supervisory/management.
- Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program required.
- Master's degree in nursing or related field required.
- RN License for DC and a Compact state (ex. Maryland, Virginia) required.
- Highly effective interpersonal and communication skills required
- Excellent writing skills required.
- Advanced skills in MS Office products.
- Must be able to articulate vision for professional practice development.
- Must be able to work effectively with a variety of departments and leadership levels.
- Must demonstrate exceptional customer service attitudes, including a 'can do' approach.
- Must be able to independently problem-solve and develop creative solutions.
- Must be a champion for innovation and change.

Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in and understanding of health care delivery in an ambulatory setting preferred.
- Experience in managed care setting preferred.
- Health care consulting experience preferred.
- Experience nursing competency development strongly preferred.
- Experience in a Magnet facility preferred.
- Doctoral degree in nursing or related field preferred.
- Understanding of nursing regulatory and scope of practice requirements strongly preferred.

Regional Employee Health & Infection Control Manager - (Rockville, Maryland)

Tue, 13 Nov 2012 14:00:00 GMT

Req Id: 159638

Establish & maintain the Regional Employee Health & Infection Control program & functions. Also responsible for planning, developing, implementation, evaluation, & continuous improvement of Employee Health & Infection Control activities across the continuum of care in the KP Mid-Atlantic States Region.

Essential Functions:
- In partnership w/ the designated Physician for Employee Health, ensures that an effective program is in place for Employee Health that encompasses the scope of services provided in the Region.
- In partnership w/ the designated Physician for Infection Control, ensures that an effective program is in place for Infection Control that encompasses the scope of services provided in the Region.
- Collaborates w/ & makes recommendations to leaders of the medical office buildings & ambulatory surgery centers to ensure compliance w/ regulatory agencies.
- Ensures that policies & procedures are maintained & complete, available w/in the medical office buildings & ambulatory surgery centers, in-serviced to all applicable staff.
- Through strategic planning, expert leadership & consultation w/ regional leaders, identifies & implements infection control & employee health goals & objectives related to: surveillance, data analysis & reporting, infection prevention & control practices that eliminates potential hazards for members, physicians, staff, & visitors.
- Ensures appropriate selection & usage of products & equipment related to cleaning, antisepsis, disinfection, & sterilization.
- Develops & implements educational programs designed to reduce &/or prevent infections.
- Coordinates the activities of the employee health/infection control nurses, providing in-services, education, & direction to ensure consistent practices across the Region.
- Tracks & trends employee injuries & illnesses, infection control issues, & other employee health related issues to increase identification of trends.
- Ensures that corrective action plans are developed & implemented when indicated.
- Coordinates promotion of infection control & employee health programs via newsletters, internet sites, staff education, & other methods.
- Serves on internal & external councils, committees, & groups as appropriate.
- Performs other duties as requested.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
-A minimum of 5years of experience in an ambulatory or hospital infection control &/or employee health nursing, quality management, or equivalent.
- A minimum of 3 years of experience w/ PC based applications & clinical information systems.
- BSN, Bachelor of Science, or Bachelor of Medical Technology required (or must complete within six months of employment).
- Valid licensure & certifications required (RN or other).
- Broad knowledge & understanding of health care delivery in an ambulatory setting technical & quality assurance issues related to all areas of health care required.

Preferred Qualifications:
- Masters degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, Environmental Health, Microbiology or other public health related field preferred.
- Certification in Infection Prevention & Control preferred.

Clinical Nurse OC - (Hyattsville, Maryland)

Tue, 28 Aug 2012 16:00:00 GMT

Req Id: 149583

**Position travels to Silver Spring, PG, and Camp Springs medical facilities.
*Rotating schedule between Pediatric departments. Total hours and shifts per week will vary according to department needs.

To coordinate and monitor care of patients in the assigned clinical area.
Essential Functions:
- Administers all oral and injecting medications in the assigned clinical area. Ensures narcotics and drug supplies are available in the assigned clinical area and assures the proper security of all narcotics and controlled substances according to KP standards and applicable regulatory laws. Initiates and monitors IV therapy to therapeutic and diagnostic procedures.
- Provides ongoing assurance of functional emergency equipment and adequate emergency drug supplies.
- Responds to emergency situations throughout medical facility.
- Documents emergency situation to supervisor.
- Coordinates, implements, and evaluates patient teaching plans for areas of diabetes mellitus, hypertension, anticoagulant therapy, therapeutic diet instruction, weight control, and other areas as designated.
- Sets-up, performs, and/or assists with procedures as appropriate.
- Coordinates recovery care of patients post sedation.
- Ensures safety measures are instituted for all compromised patients receiving care.
- Triages walk-in patients as needed or assigned.
- Supervises patient flow and directs other clinical support staff in the delivery of patient care within the Health Care Team (HCT).
- Acts as a resource person to LPNs and Clinic Assistants.
- Acts as patient advocate and resolves problem within HCT.
- Brings unresolved issues to Clinical Coordinator's attention if unresolved within the team.
- Performs other related duties as directed.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- A least one (1) year of current experience HMO or ambulatory setting is required.
- Experience in IV Therapy is required.
- Current RN license in appropriate jurisdiction is required.
- Current CPR certification is required
- Proficiency in the use of applicable computer software.
- Passed a standard medication test is required..
Preferred Qualifications:
- B.S.N. is preferred.

Preferred Skills:
-Pediatric/OBGYN experiencepreferred.
-Bilingual-Spanish speakingpreferred.