Ascension·Columbia, Maryland
Deliver high-quality direct patient care and monitor clinical status within an OBGYN physician practice. Develop and implement individualized care plans while coordinating safe discharge transitions and patient education.
$41.65- $58.78 per hour How you'll make an impact in this role Comprehensive Nursing Care: Deliver high-quality direct patient care in strict alignment with organizational policies, evidence-based protocols, and safety standards. Patient Monitoring: Continuously assess, record, and communicate changes in patient status to the multidisciplinary team to ensure rapid response to clinical shifts. Care Plan Oversight: Develop, implement, and monitor individualized patient care plans, adjusting interventions based on ongoing assessment and patient outcomes. Discharge Planning: Proactively assess discharge needs from admission; collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure a safe transition to home or post-acute care, including patient education and follow-up scheduling. What minimum qualifications you'll need Licensure / Certification / Registration: BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. Registered Nurse credentialed from the Maryland Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. Drivers License credentialed from the Maryland Department of Motor Vehicles preferred.
Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR Required professional licensure at time ofhire.
Life at
Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter. Equal employment opportunity employer Equal employment opportunity employer Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster. Fraud prevention notice Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees.
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Paid time off (PTO)Various health insurance options & wellness plansRetirement benefits including employer match plansLong-term & short-term disabilityEmployee assistance programs (EAP)Parental leave & adoption assistanceTuition reimbursementWays to give back to your community Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer.
Requires a valid Registered Nurse license from the Maryland Board of Nursing and BLS Provider certification from the AHA. A diploma from an accredited nursing school or professional licensure is required.
Market context
In Maryland, nursing openings that require an RN and outpatient care experience are typically competitive because employers often want candidates who can step into ambulatory workflows with limited onboarding. Strong applicants usually show familiarity with patient education, care coordination, and fast-paced clinic settings. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this page to save time, then compare your outpatient experience to the core duties before applying.
