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General Summary of Position
Are
you a clinical expert in Critical Care looking for a unique and rewarding opportunity? MedStar
Health is seeking a dedicated and collaborative Clinical Specialist to
join our Quality and Nursing Practice team at MedStar Washington Hospital
Center. As a member of the Division of Nursing, you will play a pivotal
role in shaping the future of patient care in Critical Care.
Position Overview
The
Critical Care Clinical Specialist serves as a clinical expert and healthcare
provider, educator, collaborator, consultant, leader, and researcher for a
specific patient population or specialty area while providing consultation to
address complex patient care issues, offering guidance on the prevention and
management of patient care practices.
As
a Clinical Specialist in Critical Care, you will utilize a professional
evidence-based nursing practice framework working within three spheres of
influence: patient/family, nursing, and system/organization.
Key Responsibilities
*Serves
as a collaborative source of clinical expertise and professional advice. Plays
a significant role in developing, maintaining, and applying nursing standards,
standard order sets, patient care protocols, and policies and procedures in
collaboration with health care team members.
*Participates
in the assessment, implementation, and ongoing evaluation of clinical services
for a designated patient population. Assesses and analyzes patient data and
evaluates appropriateness in care.
*Provides
expertise and support for health care surveys and regulatory and compliance
reviews from local, regional, and national entities Including, but not limited
to, the D.C. Department of Health, The Joint Commission, and the Center for
Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Supports survey readiness. Collaborates
with facility leadership in the development of post-survey action planning and
execution.
*Participates
in risk management as it relates to nursing practice including investigating,
identifying, and communicating issues. Incorporates evidence into all clinical
activities. Actively participates in research, evidence-based practice (EBP)
and performance improvement activities.
*Leads
and manages a wide array of high visibility, multidisciplinary projects aimed
at improving hospital performance in areas including, but not limited to,
infection prevention, safety, compliance, regulatory and nursing practice.
Why Join Us
*Work
with a highly skilled, motivated, and committed team of professionals dedicated
to excellence.
*Embrace
a patient-centered approach and engage in multi-disciplinary collaboration.
*Competitive
Comprehensive Benefit Plan.
Qualifications
*Bachelor's
and Master's degree in Nursing (Required)
*Doctoral
degree in Nursing, Education, or Healthcare Administration (Preferred)
*Active
DC RN License
*5 or more years of progressively more responsible job-related experience in Nursing
*Strong
interpersonal and communication skills
If
you are ready to make a significant impact on patient care and work in a
cutting-edge environment, we invite you to apply for the Clinical Specialist Critical Care position at MedStar Washington Hospital Center. Join us in our mission to serve
our patients, those who care for them, and our communities.
This position has a hiring range of $87,318 - $149,094
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MedStar Health
Sep 29, 2024