Kaiser Permanente·Lutherville, Maryland
Provides professional nursing care and coordinates patient flow across multiple clinic locations within a designated zone. Responsibilities include administering medications, managing IV therapy, and supervising clinical support staff.
As a leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the Organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Coordinates and monitors care of patients in the assigned clinic area. Accountable for traveling within a Zone and/or reasonable geographical area.
100%25 Travel. Administers all oral and injecting medications in the assigned clinical area. Ensures narcotics and drug supplies are available in the assigned clinic and assures the proper security of all narcotics and controlled substances according to KP standards and applicable regulatory laws. Initiates and monitors IV therapy to therapeutic and diagnostic procedures. Provides ongoing assurance of functional emergency equipment and adequate emergency drug supplies. Responds to emergency situations throughout medical facility. Documents emergency situations to supervisor. Coordinates, implements, and evaluates patient teaching plans for area of diabetes mellitus, hypertension, anticoagulant therapy, therapeutic diet instructions, weight control, and other areas as designated. Set-up, performs, and/or assists with procedures as appropriate. Documents all care given and actions taken on behalf of the patient in KP Health Connect. Coordinates recovery care of patients post sedation. Ensures safety measure are instituted for all compromised patients receiving care. Triages walk-in patients as needed or assigned. Engages in positive interactions with Kaiser Permanente members, visitors, and fellow staff members at all times. Supervises patient flow and directs other clinical support staff in the delivery of patient care within the Health Care Team. Acts as a resource person to LPNs and Clinical Assistants. Acts as patient advocate and resolves problems within Health Care Team. Brings unresolved issues to Clinical Managers attention if unresolved with the team. Performs other duties as assigned.
American Heart Association ACLS preferred American heart Association PALS preferred BSN Preferred.
Requires a graduate of an accredited nursing program with at least two years of experience in an HMO or ambulatory setting. Must obtain RN licenses for Maryland, Virginia, and DC, along with BLS certification.
Market context
Clinical nurse float roles in Maryland often attract candidates who can move across units and adapt quickly to changing patient needs. This role is competitive because it requires an accredited nursing background, at least two years in an HMO or ambulatory setting, and active RN licensure for Maryland, Virginia, and DC plus BLS. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your licensure timeline before applying.