Experienced Registered Nurse; RN), Adult Emergency Department, Admissions Unit

Overview

Job Requirements
Renowned as the academic flagship of the University of Maryland Medical System, our Magnet®-designated facility is a nationally recognized, academic medical center offering a wide range of opportunities across the continuum of care. We invite you to join UMMC and experience a dynamic environment where diverse talents and innovative ideas converge to elevate patient care and advance the science and practice of nursing.

Situated in the heart of downtown Baltimore, near the Inner Harbor and Camden Yards, our location provides an inspiring and energetic setting that fosters professional growth and personal fulfillment.

The Experienced Nurse in the Med Surg/Tele Admission Unit within the Adult Emergency Department (Night Shift) will provide and coordinate comprehensive care to patients within their clinical specialty, managing complex cases with critical thinking and clinical judgment. This role participates in unit governance and collaborates with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes. It supports the development and implementation of evidence-based strategies aimed at improving patient outcomes, enhancing satisfaction, and promoting cost-effective care delivery at the unit level.

Accountability to patients and families for the quality and safety of care throughout each episode of treatment, and to peers for fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development. Reports to the nurse manager and contributes to the unit’s operations and efficiency. This position offers an opportunity to advance your nursing career in a supportive and innovative academic medical center.

Education and Experience

Demonstrated competent evaluation with successful completion of probationary period, ensuring compliance with all mandatory classes and training requirements. Licensure as a Registered Nurse in the state of Maryland is required, or eligibility to practice under the Nurse Licensure Compact agreements as outlined by the Maryland Board of Nursing. Candidates must maintain a minimum of 10 contact hours of continuing education annually to stay current with best practices and regulatory standards.

Active membership in a recognized professional nursing organization is preferred to support ongoing professional development and networking. Recent and relevant clinical experience in a comparable acute care setting, particularly in medical-surgical, telemetry, or emergency department environments, is essential to ensure readiness for the demands of the role.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Proven leadership capabilities demonstrated through roles such as charge nurse, preceptor, or clinical resource, with a track record of effectively guiding multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality patient care. Strong collaboration skills to function effectively within diverse healthcare teams, promoting a culture of respect and shared responsibility. Proficiency in utilizing electronic health record systems and other healthcare technologies to accurately document and manage patient information, ensuring data integrity and confidentiality.

Comprehensive understanding of patient care principles tailored to adult populations served in medical-surgical, telemetry, and emergency settings. Ability to apply knowledge of growth and developmental stages across the lifespan, enabling accurate assessment and individualized care planning based on population-specific and age-specific requirements. Exceptional interpersonal skills, with demonstrated excellence in verbal and written communication, facilitating clear and compassionate interactions with patients, families, and healthcare colleagues.

Patient Safety

Commitment to ensuring patient safety through vigilant performance of all job functions and active participation in hospital, departmental, and unit-based patient safety initiatives. Proactively identifies and addresses potential risks to patient safety, taking timely corrective actions to mitigate hazards. Responsible for reporting adverse events, near misses, and safety concerns promptly to appropriate management authorities to support continuous quality improvement. Skilled in recognizing vulnerabilities in clinical processes, procedures, and medical devices, and effectively communicating these risks to leadership and relevant stakeholders to foster a safe care environment.

Benefits

All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Compensation

• Pay Range: $37.75-$51.81
• Other Compensation (if applicable):
• Review the  UMMS Benefits Guide