University of Maryland Medical System

Registered Nurse (RN) Surgical Acute Care, Nights

University of Maryland Medical System • $78K — $112K *
Towson, MD 21204In-Person
Hospitals & Medical Centers
Less than 5 years of experience
2 months ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Current Maryland RN licensure or eligibility via Compact state agreements.
  • Minimum of 1 year nursing experience with proven clinical skills.
  • AHA BLS certification required; additional certifications must be obtained as specified.
  • Knowledge of unit-specific patient population and care best practices.
  • Ability to operate within specialized unit roles such as ICU arrest team or ED triage.

Responsibilities

  • Provide quality patient care before and after surgical procedures.
  • Serve as a clinical resource for nursing staff and the healthcare team.
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to coordinate effective patient care.
  • Advocate independently for patients and their families' needs.
  • Model best practices to ensure safe and efficient patient-centered care.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package as per UMMS Benefits Guide.
  • Opportunities for certification and continuing education in specialized areas.
  • Access to a dedicated therapy gym for rehabilitation services.
  • Team environment with support from advanced practice providers.
Full Job Description
  1. Work Schedule 7p-730a, every 3rd weekend requirement
  2. Competency in care of unit specific patient population; independently practices with solid knowledge and clinical skills; engaged in advancing own practice.
  3. Serves as a clinical resource for others.
  4. Applies and integrates evidence into practice
  5. Functions effectively in roles specific to unit, such as arrest team for ICU, triage for ED, etc.
  6. Collaborates with interdisciplinary team to plan and coordinate care; independently advocating for patient/family needs
  7. Models practice consistent with unit operations to ensure safe, timely effective, efficient, equitable, patient centered care.
  8. Unit Description
  9. The 6th floor is a Surgical unit specializing in the care of the patients before and after surgical procedures. Also supports medical overflow.
  10. Ratio: 4:1 - 5:1
  11. The surgical patient population we serve includes but is not limited to:
  12. Hepatobiliary
  13. Colorectal
  14. General Surgery
  15. General orthopaedics (Total Knee, Total Hip, TMA, BKA, etc)
  16. Ortho spine
  17. GU (Cystectomy, Prostatectomy, Ileal Conduit, etc)
  18. GYN
  19. Head and Neck
  20. Overview of Department Services
  21. The 6th floor Team includes RNs, student nurses, PCTs and Exercise Technicians. We work closely with our rehab partners and have a dedicated therapy gym on the unit. Each service line has dedicated advanced practice providers as part of the surgical team to support enhanced recovery and complex patient needs.


Qualifications

  • Licensure as a Registered Nurse in the state of Maryland, or eligible to practice due to Compact state agreements outlined through the MD Board of Nursing, is required.
  • More than 12 months nursing experience. Solid knowledge and clinical skills.
  • Current AHA BLS certification required.
  • Must meet all unit specific certification requirements: (PALS, ACLS, NRP)


Additional Information

Compensation:
  • Pay Range: $37.75 - $54.05
  • Other Compensation (if applicable): Shift Differential, This position is eligible for a $20K sign-on bonus
  • Review the 2025-2026 UMMS Benefits Guide

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About University of Maryland Medical System

The University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS) is a university-based regional health care system focused on serving the health care needs of Maryland. It is headquartered in Baltimore, Maryland, USA. It is a private, not-for-profit organization that operates 13 hospitals and has more than 28,000 employees. The University of Maryland Medical System was created in 1984 when the state-owned University Hospital became a private, nonprofit organization. It has academic affiliations with the University of Maryland School of Medicine and the University of Maryland, Baltimore County. The system is governed by a Board of Directors, which is responsible for the system's strategic direction and oversight. The University of Maryland Medical System is committed to providing high-quality, cost-effective health care services to the people of Maryland.
Learn more about University of Maryland Medical System
Size
28,000 employees
Industry
Healthcare
Founded
1984
5 Year Trend
+2%
Revenue
$4.4 billion
NASDAQ
* Ladders Estimates

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