This role is considered the minimum role for all nurses who have greater than 12 months experience. Provides and coordinates independent care to patients within a clinical specialty as a fully effective and participative member of the multidisciplinary patient care services team. Utilizes the institutions care delivery and professional practice models as the frame of reference for practicing as a professional nurse.Participates in activities to develop own practice, and to support group practice goals at the unit level.Is accountable to patient, family and team members for care provided and to the nurse manager for totality of work performance. Is accountable to hold to the Service Standards and to the Nursing Mission, Vision and Values.

• 1.Licensure as a Registered Nurse in the state of Maryland, or eligible to practice due to Compact state agreements outlined through the MD Board of Nursing, is required.
• 2.More than 12 months nursing experience. Solid knowledge and clinical skills.
• 3.Current AHA BLS certification required.
• 4.Must meet all unit specific certification requirements:

(PALS, ACLS, NRP)