Meritus Health·Washington County, Maryland
Provide specialized, life-saving care for premature and term newborns in a fast-paced NICU environment. Responsibilities include managing respiratory support, IV therapies, nutritional needs, and collaborating with multidisciplinary therapy teams.
$35.50-$58.00
RN - NICU - Full Time - Nightshift 72 hrs. Biweekly - 630pm - 7am Up to $30,000 Sign on Bonus!
The Meritus NICU is seeking skilled and compassionate Registered Nurses to join our team and provide exceptional care for premature and term newborns. Our unit is fully equipped with state-of-the-art technology, including cardiac monitors, phototherapy lights, IV infusion pumps, warming units, CPAP generators, ventilators, and more! We ensure that we can offer the best care possible to our tiniest patients.
We care for premature newborns (as early as 32 weeks gestation and/or 1500 grams) and term newborns, along with newborns transferred from higher-level centers. Each day is an opportunity to provide specialized, life-saving care in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Education - ASN required. BSN Preferred.
Experience - Minimum of one year of experience in a hospital setting required. Prior NICU experience preferred.
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.
Caring for Our Team 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.
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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.
Market context
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