Registered Nurse (RN), PACU

University of Maryland Medical System Largo, MD 20774, US

When you come to the University of Maryland St. Joseph Medical Center, you’re coming to more than simply a beautiful 37-acre, 218-bed suburban Baltimore, Maryland campus. You’re embarking on a professional journey that encourages opportunities, values a team atmosphere, and makes convenience and flexibility a priority. Joining our team of healthcare professionals means you’ll be contributing to a locally and nationally recognized institution. UM St. Joseph has been recognized by The Leapfrog Group as a grade ‘A’ hospital and by U.S. News & World Report as #3 in both the state and Baltimore Metro area, making UM St. Joseph the highest-ranking community hospital in Maryland. In addition, we’ve been consistently recognized as a top employer by Baltimore magazine.

Job Description

Competency in care of unit specific patient population; independently practices with solid knowledgeand clinical skills; engaged in advancing own practice.
Serves as a clinical resource for others.
Applies and integrates evidence into practice
Functions effectively in roles specific to unit, such as arrest team for ICU, triage for ED, etc.
Collaborates with interdisciplinary team to plan and coordinate care; independently advocating for patient/family needs
Models practice consistent with unit operations to ensure safe, timely effective, efficient, equitable, patient centered care.

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

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

Compensation:

Pay Range: $42.03 - $See Master Hiring Grid
Other Compensation (if applicable):
Review the 2025-2026 UMMS Benefits Guide

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