Registered Nurse - As Needed - Observation Unit
630am - 7pm
Are you an RN ready to thrive in a fast-paced, rewarding environment? Our 20-bed Telemetry Observation Unit on 2 South is seeking passionate, skilled nurses to care for patients who meet observation status criteria. If you enjoy working in a dynamic setting and have a drive to make a difference, this is the place for you!
What is the 2 South Observation Unit?
This fast-paced unit provides care for patients who are stable but require additional observation or treatment within a 23-hour period. Most of our patients are Cardiac, but you’ll also care for patients with a variety of conditions including Asthma, Syncope, Rule-Out TIA, Abdominal Pain, and Nausea/Vomiting. After completing necessary tests and treatments, patients are either discharged or transferred for admitted into another unit at the hospital.
What Makes Us Stand Out?
Expertise: Our team is skilled and prepared, with training in Trauma and Stroke care to support our patients.
Intermediate-Level Care: We are equipped to manage patients who require titration of drips and closer monitoring, providing a more hands-on, high-acuity experience.
Collaborative & Supportive: Our team is goal and outcome oriented, and we work with a positive attitude! Work alongside proactive, self-motivated team members and dedicated providers who are committed to delivering top-quality care.
Requirements:
Education - ASN required. BSN Preferred.
Experience - Minimum of one year of experience in a hospital setting required.
Licensure/Certification - Specialty certification recognized by the Magnet Recognition Program™ preferred. Current license to practice as Registered Nurse in the State of Maryland, or if resident of a state that participates in 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 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.
Happy to Help
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