RN - Stroke/ Telemetry - Full Time - Nightshift

About the role

Nurses on 5 South play an essential role in providing high-quality care in a unit that handles everything from stroke management to medication administration, blood transfusions, and more. The unit is part of a diverse care environment that treats patients with a wide range of needs, including stroke care, telemetry, and general medical treatment.

Responsibilities

• Treat patients with a wide range of needs, including stroke care, telemetry, and general medical treatment.
• Provide specialized care in areas such as medication administration including PCA/PCEA, intravenous therapy, oxygen therapy, blood transfusions, wound care, and the use and maintenance of specialized equipment.
• Collaborate with nursing assistants and physicians to ensure the best care possible for patients.
• Maintain the highest standards of ethics, confidentiality, and honesty while maintaining a positive attitude in every interaction.

Requirements

• Education: ASN required. BSN preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of one year of experience in a hospital setting required.
• Licensure/Certification: Current license to practice as Registered Nurse in the State of Maryland, or if resident of a state that participates in the Nurse Multi-State Compact agreement, holds Registered Nurse License from that state that is designated as "Compact" or "Multi-State Privilege" using primary source verification and provides additional documentation as required by the Maryland Board of Nursing. RN License from a compact state with a designation of "Single State" does not meet the requirement and nurse must obtain a Maryland license.
• Specialty certification: Recognized by the Magnet Recognition Program™ preferred.
• Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Ability to apply the standards of professional nursing practice with compassion and empathy. Basic computer skills required. Must possess a high level of organization and communication skills.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Coverage begins on the first of the month following your hire date.
• Life Insurance & Disability Coverage Includes company-paid life insurance, as well as short- and long-term disability benefits to provide peace of mind.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) A generous PTO program designed to help you recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan Benefit from a robust company match to support your long-term financial goals.
• Education Assistance & Tuition Reimbursement Support for your continued learning and career growth.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA) Options to save pre-tax dollars for eligible healthcare and dependent care expenses.
• Shift Differential Pay Team members working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for additional pay.

Career Growth

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees' well-being and professional growth. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance available starting the 1st of the month following date of hire, along with life insurance, & short and long-term disability coverage. Paid Time Off begins accruing from day one, and we also provide a 401k plan, an education assistance program, and an employee assistance program. Additionally, employees working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for a shift differential, adding even more value to your role.

Company Culture

At Meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen and to be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality-driven closures, and are always Happy to Help.