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. BLS and ACLS certification 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.

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.