Student Nurse - Progressive Care

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What You Will Do:
Student Nurse - Progressive Care Unit
Per Diem (Supplemental) - Night Shift
Baltimore, Maryland
The Progressive Care Unit is a 14-bed acute care unit at the University of Maryland Rehabilitation & Orthopaedic Institute, including a 2-bed Epileptic Monitoring Unit; all private rooms.
Our patient population includes both Adult and Geriatric patients with the following diagnosis or treatments:
Post Orthopaedic surgery (total joints, foot/ankle, upper extremity, sports injuries).
Psychogenic versus epilepsy differential diagnosis.
Pre and Post Baclofen intrathecal trial or implantation/revision of Baclofen pump.
Post Prialt trial.
Medical observation from rehabilitation patient deterioration.
We're making Maryland stronger!
With roots that go as far back as 1895, the UM Rehabilitation & Orthopaedic Institute continues to be a pioneer in orthopaedics and neurological disorders
. From bones to brains, our cutting-edge center heals even the most serious of injuries, specializing in everything from total joint replacement to spinal cord injuries
and neurological conditions
. Our surgeries take place in 6 operating rooms designed for Orthopaedic Surgery combined with our efficient 7-bed Medical Surgical Unit. And our rehabilitation occurs in our innovative William Donald Schaefer Rehabilitation Center. In total, our 141-bed facility welcomes over 3,000 patients every year. As the state's largest provider of inpatient rehabilitation services
, we offer some of the most advanced therapies for stroke, spinal cord injury, traumatic brain injury, orthopaedic and sports injury, among many others.
Consistently expresses and demonstrates respect, compassion and courtesy for patients, family/visitors, and team members. Assists the clinical nurse in providing individualized patient care consistent with the mission and values of University of Maryland Rehabilitation & Orthopaedic Institute and in accordance within the scope of practice, professional, and regulatory standards. Assists the clinical nurse in providing care appropriate to the age, culture, ethnicity, spirituality, and individual diagnostic needs of the persons served. Accountable to the clinical nurse, patients and families for processes and outcomes during an episode of care. Serves as a fully engaged member of the interdisciplinary patient care services team. Participates in cost effective strategies that optimize patient outcomes.
What You Need to Be Successful:
Currently enrolled in good academic standing for junior or senior year of a BSN or AA nursing program.
CNA certification required.
Current BLS card required.
Completion of nursing course which includes a clinical component and/or CNA/GNA certification status.
Previous related patient care experience, preferred.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

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