Meritus Health·Washington County, Maryland
Provide comprehensive care for trauma, neurosurgical, and orthopedic patients in a fast-paced 28-bed medical-surgical unit. Responsibilities include managing complex surgeries, traumatic injuries, and post-acute rehabilitation using specialized medical equipment.
$35.50-$58.00
RN - Ortho | Neuro | Trauma - Part Time - Days 48 hrs. Biweekly, 630am - 7pm Up to $7,500 Sign on Bonus!
Our team on 3 East is now hiring for nurses who thrive in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment and are eager to make a positive impact in the lives of our patients! Whether you're a seasoned nurse or new to the specialty, you'll find ample opportunities for professional growth and development!
3 East is a dynamic 28-bed medical and surgical unit committed to providing exceptional care to trauma, neurosurgical, and orthopedic patients. Our team offers comprehensive care for patients recovering from complex surgeries, traumatic injuries, and neurosurgical procedures. This includes a range of orthopedic surgeries, spinal surgeries, and post-acute trauma rehabilitation.
We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive, collaborative environment. Our nurses are not only skilled clinicians but also compassionate caregivers, working together to deliver the highest quality of care to our patients.
We are committed to providing the highest level of patient care, with an emphasis on safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
We hold ourselves to the highest standards of honesty, accountability, and ethics in everything we do.
Our team of nurses are skilled in monitoring and managing complex orthopedic, neuro, and trauma patients. Nurses are trained in utilizing specialized equipment for cardiac monitoring, oxygen therapy, administering medications, PCA/ PCEA therapies and blood transfusions, performing wound care and dressing changes, drain care, orthopedic traction and braces, and chest tube management.
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.
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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.
