General Summary of PositionUnit HighlightsJoin our dynamic healthcare team as an Assistant Nurse Leader (ADON) for our IMC & ICU. This full-time position requires 40 hours per week from
either 2pm-10:30pm or 3pm-11:30pm. No
weekends or holidays are required. We are looking for candidates who have a passion for critical
care and a strong background in bedside nursing with progressive experience in
leadership.18 bed ICU and 12 bed IMC caring for many patient case types. This role also has some oversight with Code Blue and Rapid Response teams.Key ResponsibilitiesThe Assistant Director of
Nursing is a member of MedStar Health entity-based Division of Nursing and
leadership team. Supports and collaborates with the Director of Nursing in
providing leadership and oversight for a specific unit/department. Directs and coordinates the nursing and patient care delivery of the unit-based
professional and support personnel. Ensures the provision of holistic,
culturally competent, and person-centered, quality, safe, and cost-effective
evidence-based nursing care for patients/families. Applies the nursing process within the context of the organization's
shared/collaborative decision-making framework. Collaboratively manages the
patient's transitions across the continuum of care to assist patients and
populations in achieving or maintaining an optimal level of health and
functioning. The Assistant Director of Nursing assumes administrative and leadership
authority and responsibility during a specific shift (e.g., evening or night)
for the assigned unit/department. Fosters associates' commitment to improving
quality, safety, and cost-conscious patient care outcomes. Collaborates with the Director of Nursing in maintaining adherence to
regulatory and accreditation standards, and MedStar Health's policies and
procedures. Demonstrates leadership and behaviors which are consistent with
MedStar's mission, vision, goals, SPIRIT Values, patient care philosophy, and
sound moral and ethical judgement.What We OfferCulture- Collaborative, inclusive, diverse, and supportive work environment.Career growth- Career mentoring to help you pursue your passions and gain skills to enhance your value.Wellbeing- Competitive salary and Total Rewards benefits to help keep you happy and healthy.Reputation- Regional & National recognition, advanced technology, and leading medical innovations.QualificationsBSN, MSN, or CNL from an accredited School of Nursing required.3-4 years progressive nursing care experience on an IMC or ICU required. Previous experience as a Charge Nurse or in a supervisory role highly preferred.Active MD RN License or Active Compact State RN and Basic Life Support for Healthcare providers required.
Why MedStar Health At MedStar Health, we understand that our ability to treat others well begins with how we treat each other. We work hard to foster an inclusive and positive environment where our associates feel valued, connected, and empowered. We live up to this promise through:
Strong emphasis on teamwork - our associates feel connected to each other and our mission as an organization. In return, our effective team environment generates positive patient outcomes and high associate satisfaction ratings that exceed the national benchmark.Strategic focus on equity, inclusion, & diversity - we are committed to equity for all people and communities. We continue to build a diverse and inclusive workplace where people feel a sense of belonging and the ability to contribute to equitable care delivery and improved community health outcomes at all levels of the organization.Comprehensive total rewards package - including competitive pay, generous paid time off, great health and wellness benefits, retirement savings, education assistance, and so much more.More career opportunities closer to home - as the largest healthcare provider in the Baltimore-Washington, D.C. region, there are countless opportunities to grow your career and fulfill your aspirations.
About MedStar HealthMedStar Health is dedicated to providing the highest quality care for people in Maryland and the Washington, D.C., region, while advancing the practice of medicine through education, innovation, and research. Our team of 32,000 includes physicians, nurses, residents, fellows, and many other clinical and non-clinical associates working in a variety of settings across our health system, including 10 hospitals and more than 300 community-based locations, the largest home health provider in the region, and highly respected institutes dedicated to research and innovation. As the medical education and clinical partner of Georgetown University for more than 20 years, MedStar Health is dedicated not only to teaching the next generation of doctors, but also to the continuing education, professional development, and personal fulfillment of our whole team. Together, we use the best of our minds and the best of our hearts to serve our patients, those who care for them, and our communities. It’s how we treat people.MedStar Health is an Equal Opportunity (EO) Employer and assures equal opportunity for all applicants and employees. We hire people to work in different locations, and we comply with the federal, state and local laws governing each of those locations. MedStar Health makes all decisions regarding employment, including for example, hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, benefit eligibility, discipline, and discharge without regard to any protected status, including race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, sex, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, political affiliations, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local EO laws. If you receive an offer of employment, it is MedStar Health's policy to hire its employees on an at-will basis, which means you or MedStar Health may terminate this relationship at any time, for any reason.