The Registered Nurse is responsible for patient care in collaboration with interdisciplinary health care providers to assess, plan, intervene, evaluate and document care in an individualized and age-appropriate manner which promotes patient safety and healing and according to hospital policy. 5 East and West comprise the hospital's medical telemetry and stroke unit. This fast-paced floor focuses on acute and chronic conditions in a complex population of patients.

• Focus of clinical practice/care delivery and on own learning.
• Uses/applies evidence-based practice, accesses appropriate resources.
• Follows unit based protocols, documentation, pathways, etc
• Involves patient and family in care; follows model of care delivery guidelines.
• Conducts patient/family needs assessment; initiates and documents patient/family education, seeks guidance in advocating the patient/family needs when appropriate.
• Delivers care consistent with unit operations to ensure safe, timely, effective, efficient, equitable, patient centered care.

Compensation and Benefits

Compensation is dependent on several factors including years of relative experience to desired role, education, and certification/licensure. Hourly pay is just one part of the compensation package for employees. Saint Joseph Medical Center supports career progression and offers a competitive benefit package that includes up to $5K tuition reimbursement per year (we are a qualified non-profit making you eligible for federal student loan forgiveness), full time benefits for part time/20 hours worked, Health, vision, dental, and mental health coverage, and 403 (b) match contribution for retirement!

What's in it for you?

• Multiple professional development opportunities inclusive of a Professional Advancement Model, Unit-based and Hospital-based Shared Governance Councils
• An organizational culture focused on staff engagement, high-quality patient outcomes, and high reliability principles.
• Complex care unit that will support a robust clinical skill-set.
• Supportive onboarding process and Nurse Residency Program for new nurses

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

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.

• 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.
• Current AHA BLS certification required.
• Basic computer skills are required.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.