Elkton, Maryland, United States
Onsite
Do you want to work at one of the Top 100 Hospitals in the nation? We are guided by our values of Love and Excellence and are passionate about delivering health, not just health care. Come join us at ChristianaCare!
ChristianaCare, with Hospitals in Wilmington and Newark, DE, as well as Elkton, MD, is one of the largest health care providers in the Mid-Atlantic Region. Named one of “America’s Best Hospitals” by U.S. News & World Report, we have an excess of 1,299 beds between our hospitals and are committed to delivering the best patient care in the region. We are proud to that Christiana Hospital, Wilmington Hospital, our Ambulatory Services, and HomeHealth have all received ANCC Magnet Recognition®.
1 Yr. of Acute Setting of Behavioral Health Preferred
Resume is required and Cover letter strongly recommended
Robust benefit package including full medical, dental and vision.
403(b) with a company match
Generous paid time off
Tuition assistance for full time employees
Incredible Work/Life benefits including annual membership to care.com, access to backup care services for dependents through Care@Work, retirement planning services, financial coaching, fitness and wellness reimbursement, and great discounts through several vendors for hotels, rental cars, theme parks, shows, sporting events, movie tickets and much more!
High school graduate or equivalent AND one or more of the below qualifications:
Previous patient care experience including taking vital signs.
Nursing student who has successfully completed clinical hours or completion of a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program.
Licensed CNA's will be required to perform provision of nursing assistant care within scope of practice including IV insertions.
Acceptance into a Christiana Care approved Patient Care Technician training program.
2 years clerical or related experience preferred.
Performs assigned nursing duties for the comfort and well-being of patients.
Performs and accurately records vital signs, Accu-checks, bathing, grooming, toileting, feeding, and mobilizing patients.
Performs successful finger sticks on patients, defined procedures on point of care instrumentation and EKGs.
Following established policies and procedures, additional duties may include phlebotomy venipuncture.
Responds with promptness, compassion, and interest to needs of patients.
Demonstrates proficiency using required computer skills to document in the electronic medical record.
Performs Unit Clerk duties such as, answering phones, entering charges, calling provider consults, setting up patient transportation, assisting staff with clerical needs and audits and coordinates maintenance of unit supplies.
Responds to patient crisis and initiates interventions within the scope of responsibilities and notifies RN.
Daily contact with patients, family members, visitors, employees, medical staff, volunteers, and students.
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Nurse Manager. Assistant Nurse Manager. Receives direction from RN.
Knowledge of basic nursing care provided for specific patient population of unit.
Knowledge of department standards, selected procedures, nursing practice guidelines and procedures.
Ability to acquire information to identify patient needs and to deliver care as needed.
Ability to recognize changes in patient status, take appropriate action and advise RN
Ability to perform basic math skills.
Ability to use appropriate safety measures for patients, employees and self.
Ability to follow universal precautions at all times.
Ability to exercise judgment, tact and diplomacy.
Ability to respond to patient crisis situations under the direction of the RN, following ChristianaCare protocol.
BLS Certification required.
Ability to stand, walk, sit, bend, lift, push, pull, carry, reach, twist, handle, stoop, climb as per unit based Physical Demand Checklist.
Frequent exposure to biological elements with occasional exposure to chemical and environmental elements, as per unit based Physical Demands Checklist.
Hourly Pay Range: $19.48 - $28.24This pay rate/range represents ChristianaCare’s good faith and reasonable estimate of compensation at the time of posting. The actual salary within this range offered to a successful candidate will depend on individual factors including without limitation skills, relevant experience, and qualifications as they relate to specific job requirements.Christiana Care Health System is an equal opportunity employer, firmly committed to prohibiting discrimination, whose staff is reflective of its community, and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
Post End Date
Oct 23, 2026EEO Posting Statement
ChristianaCare offers a competitive suite of employee benefits to maximize the wellness of you and your family, including health insurance, paid time off, retirement, an employee assistance program. To learn more about our benefits for eligible positions visit https://careers.christianacare.org/benefits-compensation/
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