(RN) Gastroenterology Nurse Liaison Job Listing at MedStar Medical Group in Washington, DC (Job ID req47670)

Description

General Summary of Position
Provides professional nursing care for a disease-specific subset of patients. Liaisons are expected to provide individualized assistance to patients entering the health care system. Functions to advance the clinical mission and goals of MedStar Health.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Minimum Qualifications
Education

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN) required and
• One year of relevant education may be substituted for one year of required work experience.

Experience

• 3-4 years Professional clinical experience required and
• 1-2 years Previous triage, or outpatient experience highly desirable preferred

Licenses and Certifications

• RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure Registered Nurse license in the District of Columbia, Maryland, and/or Virginia Upon Hire required and
• CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation (includes BLS and NRP) for healthcare providers from either the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross within 90 Days required and
• Additional unit/specialty certifications may vary by department or business unit.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of professional nursing theory and practice to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care.
• Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care.
• Skill in applying and modifying the principles, methods, and techniques of professional nursing to provide ongoing patient care.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and the public.
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.

This position has a hiring range of $87,318 - $157,289