Nursing Administrative Coordinator - University of Maryland Medical System

University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health (UM UCH) offers the residents of northeastern Maryland an unparalleled combination of clinical expertise, leading-edge technology, and an exceptional patient experience.

A community-based, integrated, non-profit health system, our vision is to become the preferred, integrated health system creating the healthiest community in Maryland. We are dedicated to maintaining and improving the health of the people in our community through an integrated health delivery system that provides high quality care to all. Our commitment to service excellence is evident through a broad range of health care services, technologies and facilities. We work collaboratively with our community and other health organizations to serve as a resource for health promotion and education.

Today, UM UCH is the leading health care system and second largest private employer in Harford County. Our 3,500 team members and over 650 medical staff physicians serve residents of Harford County, eastern Baltimore County, and western Cecil County.

University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health owns and operates:
University of Maryland Harford Memorial Hospital (UM HMH), Havre de Grace, MD
University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Medical Center (UM UCMC), Bel Air, MD
The Upper Chesapeake Health Foundation, Bel Air, MD
The Patricia D. and M. Scot Kaufman Cancer Center, Bel Air, MD
The Senator Bob Hooper House, Forest Hill, MD

Job Summary: The Administrative Coordinator (AC) is a member of the Nursing Leadership Council in the Department of Nursing.  The AC promotes the vision statement of the hospital.  The AC promotes the standard of care as stated in the Nursing and Hospital objectives through the coordination of staffing and patient care.  The AC provides clinical supervision by being a resource and promoting positive working relationships, in the absence of the Directors and Managers.

Skills & Abilities:  Ability to: a) adapt hours of availability to variable and changing needs of the hospital, including all shifts; b) execute the authority and responsibility entailed in the management of hospital and nursing staff in the absence of the Director; c) provide effective interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills, interacting the nursing personnel, medical staff members, administrative staff, department directors, patients and their families/significant others, maintaining strong organizational and prioritization abilities; d) maintain Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS); e) operates and troubleshoots office equipment such as computer, telephone, copier, fax machine, and/or calculator; g) maintains confidentiality.

Education & Training: Associate’s degree from an accredited program is required; Bachelor’s Degree is preferred. Currently licensed as an RN in the state of Maryland. BCLS certification required.  Certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) or coronary care course preferred; but not required.

Work Orientation & Experience: Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in an acute care facility is required. One (1) year experience in a leadership role is preferred.  Proven clinical competence in specific RN performance standards.  Understanding of standards of care and practice for all age groups. 

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.