RN - Emergency Department

Registered Nurse (RN) – Emergency Department

Full Time – 10:30 AM – 11:00 PM

Sign on bonus:
Up to $10,000.

At Meritus, you’ll be part of an elite team committed to excellence in emergency care, innovation, and compassionate patient‑centered service. If you are a nurse ready to take your career to the next level, join us today!

Our fast‑paced Emergency Department is a MIEMSS Designated Level III Trauma Center, Primary Stroke Center, and Cardiac Interventional Center. We provide advanced emergency care to approximately 72,000 patients annually, including 3,800 trauma cases, utilizing cutting‑edge technology and expertise. We specialize in the emergency treatment and stabilization of a broad spectrum of illnesses and injuries, including multi‑system trauma, life‑threatening medical conditions, general medical‑surgical emergencies, orthopedic and neurological injuries, minor trauma, and psychiatric crises for both adult and pediatric patients.

• A Collaborative and Innovative Academic Environment – Work alongside physicians, fellow‑trained trauma surgeons, and emergency medicine experts in a fast‑paced, high‑acuity setting that fosters teamwork and professional growth.
• Comprehensive Compensation & Benefits – Enjoy competitive pay, shift differentials, excellent benefits, and tuition and specialty certification reimbursement to support your career development.
• Specialized Training Opportunities – We are an ENA‑designated on‑site training center for Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) and Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (ENPC) certifications.
• A robust forensic nurse program dedicated to providing specialized care for victims of violence.
• Award winning facility – Silver Beacon of Excellence in Critical Care Unit, Certified Primary Stroke Center, MIEMSS designated Cardiac Intervention Center, and Silver Quality Achievement Award for STEMI patient outcomes.

• Education:
  
  ASN required, BSN preferred.
• Experience:
  
  Minimum of one year of experience in a hospital setting required.
• Licensure/Certification:
  Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Maryland, or if resident of a state that participates in the Nurse Multi‑State Compact agreement, holds a Registered Nurse License from that state that is designated as “Compact” or “Multi‑State Privilege.” Specialty certification recognized by the Magnet Recognition Program™ is preferred.
• Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
  Ability to apply the standards of professional nursing practice with compassion and empathy; basic computer skills required; high level of organization and communication skills.

• Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance Coverage begins on the first of the month following your hire date.
• Life Insurance & Disability Coverage – Company‑paid life insurance plus short‑ and long‑term disability benefits.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) – A generous PTO program designed to help you recharge and maintain a healthy work‑life balance.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Company match to support long‑term financial goals.
• Education Assistance & Tuition Reimbursement – Support for continued learning and career growth.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Health Savings Accounts (HSA) – Options to save pre‑tax dollars for eligible healthcare and dependent care expenses.
• Shift Differential Pay – Team members working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for additional pay.