Experienced Registered Nurse - Inpatient Observation

University of Maryland Medical System; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 37,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS) is seeking a registered nurse with more than 12 months of experience to independently provide and coordinate patient care within a clinical specialty. The role participates in unit governance and acts as a fully effective member of the multidisciplinary care team to improve outcomes and patient satisfaction.

Qualified applicants must hold Maryland RN licensure (or eligibility), maintain continuing education, and contribute to cost-effective care.

Qualifications

• RN licensure in Maryland or eligibility to practice per MD Board of Nursing.
• Maintenance of 10 contact hours of education/year.
• Member of a professional organization; recent clinical experience in a comparable setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide and coordinate care within a clinical specialty.
• Participate in unit governance and multidisciplinary patient care team activities.
• Improve patient outcomes, satisfaction with service, and unit cost effectiveness.
• Accountable to patients and families, peers, and the nurse manager for performance.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Computer skills

Clinical knowledge

Communication skills

Education

RN license in MD

10 contact hours/year

Professional organization member

Clinical experience

Job description

Job Requirements Company Description

Renowned as the academic flagship of the University of Maryland Medical System, our Magnet®-designated facility is a nationally recognized, academic medical center with opportunities across the continuum of care. Come join UMMC and discover the atmosphere where talents and ideas come together to enhance patient care and advance the science of nursing. Located in downtown Baltimore near the Inner Harbor and Camden Yards, you won't find a more vibrant place to work!

Job Descriptions

General Summary

This role is considered the minimum role for all nurses at UMMC who have greater than 12 months of experience. This nurse will be competent in the skills/knowledge required and fully participate in unit governance. He/she will practice and adhere to the guidelines specified in the UMMC Professional Nurse Job Charter. Independently provides and coordinates care provided to patients within a clinical specialty. Serves as a fully effective and participative member of the multidisciplinary patient care services team. Demonstrates and models the full range of nursing professional practice in both care provided and in participation in development of strategies to improve patient outcomes, satisfaction with service and cost effectiveness at the unit level. Is accountable to patients and families for the processes and outcomes of care during an episode of care. Is accountable to peers for the advancement of group practice on the unit, and to the nurse manager for the totality of work performance.

QualificationsEducation and Experience

Competent evaluation with successful passing of probation; current on all mandatory classes/training. Licensure as a Registered Nurse in the state of Maryland, or eligibility to practice due to Compact state agreements outlined through the MD Board of Nursing, is required. Maintenance of 10 contact hours of education/year. Member of a professional organization. Recent applicable clinical experience in a comparable setting.

Patient Safety

Ensures patient safety in the performance of job functions and through participation in hospital, department or unit patient safety initiatives. Takes action to correct observed risks to patient safety. Reports adverse events and near misses to the appropriate management authority. Identifies possible risks in processes, procedures, and devices and communicates the same to those in charge.

Additional information

All your information will be kept confidential in accordance with EEO guidelines.

Compensation:

Compensation:Pay Range: $37-$54.18

Other Compensation (if applicable): Review the 2025-2026 UMMS Benefits Guide

Work Experience Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Demonstrated ability to lead others, such as effectiveness as charge nurse, preceptor, or clinical resource. Demonstrated effectiveness as a multidisciplinary team member. Ability to learn and use computer systems in order to manage patient information. Ability to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the patient population(s) served. Ability to demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s requirements relative to his or her population-specific and age-specific needs. Demonstrated/documented highly effective interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.

Benefits Compensation:

Compensation:Pay Range: $39.35- $54.05

Other Compensation (if applicable):Review the 2025-2026 UMMS Benefits Guide