Clinical Nurse - RN- Float Pool (Critical Care ICU experience)

University of Maryland Medical System; Towson (MD); On-site; USD 50,971 - 74,638; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness benefits

Paid time off

Retirement savings plan

Job summary

The University of Maryland Medical System in Towson is seeking a Registered Nurse to join its critical care team. The ideal candidate will possess licensure in Maryland, have a minimum of two years of critical care experience, and be certified in AHA BLS.

This position offers competitive compensation ranging from $37 to $54.18 per hour, dependent on experience and certifications. The role emphasizes patient-centered care within a collaborative team environment, ensuring high-quality outcomes.

Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Maryland or eligibility through compact agreements.
• 2+ years of critical care experience is required.
• Current AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide care for specific patient populations with advanced clinical skills.
• Act as a resource and mentor for other nursing staff.
• Integrate evidence-based practices into patient care.

Skills

Clinical skills

Patient advocacy

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Registered Nurse Licensure in Maryland

2 years critical care experience

AHA BLS certification

Tools

Patient monitoring systems

Electronic health records (EHR)

Job description

Company Description

When you come to the University of Maryland St. Joseph Medical Center, you’re coming to more than simply a beautiful 37-acre, 218-bed suburban Baltimore, Maryland campus. You’re embarking on a professional journey that encourages opportunities, values a team atmosphere, and makes convenience and flexibility a priority. Joining our team of healthcare professionals means you’ll be contributing to a locally and nationally recognized institution. UM St. Joseph has been recognized by The Leapfrog Group as a grade 'A' hospital and by U.S. News & World Report as #3 in both the state and Baltimore Metro area, making UM St. Joseph the highest-ranking community hospital in Maryland. In addition, we’ve been consistently recognized as a top employer by Baltimore magazine.

Job Responsibilities

• Competency in care of unit specific patient population; independently practices with solid knowledge and clinical skills; engaged in advancing own practice.
• Serves as a clinical resource for others.
• Applies and integrates evidence into practice.
• Functions effectively in roles specific to unit, such as arrest team for ICU, triage for ED, etc.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary team to plan and coordinate care; independently advocating for patient/family needs.
• Models practice consistent with unit operations to ensure safe, timely, effective, efficient, equitable, patient centered care.

Qualifications

• Licensure as a Registered Nurse in the state of Maryland, or eligible to practice due to Compact state agreements outlined through the MD Board of Nursing, is required.
• Must have 2 years critical care experience.
• Current AHA BLS certification required.
• Must meet all unit specific certification requirements: (PALS, ACLS, NRP).

Benefits and Compensation

• Pay Range: $37-$54.18
• Other Compensation (if applicable): Review the 2025-2026 UMMS Benefits Guide.
• Eligible for additional Float Pool pay.

EEO Statement

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.