Graduate Nurse - Acute Cardiac unit

Holy Cross Health; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

403B retirement plan

Education assistance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Holy Cross Health in Silver Spring, Maryland, seeks a New Graduate Nurse for the Acute Cardiac Unit. This full-time 36-hour weekly role features a rotating shift with weekend and holiday requirements, starting in a supportive nurse residency program.

The program includes hospital and unit orientation, mentorship, and a 12-month professional development curriculum to ease transition and build confidence in clinical practice.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited nursing program; basic professional nursing degree required (BSN preferred).
• Current licensure by the Maryland State Board of Nursing or Compact State as a Registered Nurse (RN).
• BLS certification (American Heart Association).

Skills

BLS certification

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Education

BSN preferred

Tools

Electronic patient management systems

Job description

Employment Type:Full timeShift:Rotating ShiftDescription:

Job Title: Graduate Nurse – Acute Cardiac Unit

Employment Type:Full-time / 36 hours weekly

Shift: Rotating shift – with weekend and holiday rotation required
Location: Silver Spring, Maryland

Position Purpose

This position is for New Graduate Nurses interested in beginning their career at Holy Cross. We are seeking exceptional talent who is ready to blossom their careers with an exceptional health care system!

What makes our Graduate Nurse / Nurse Residency Program different from others?

Our graduate nurse program is comprised of four complementary components:

• Hospital & Nursing Orientation:a multi-day introduction to our organization
• Unit Orientation: 12-20 week competency-based orientation program
• Mentorship:3+ month peer support program
• Nurse Residency Program: 12-month professional development coursework

Our program is designed to introduce the graduate and novice nurse into the practice arena with sensitivity to the ever-changing dynamics in our world and environment. With all the stressors inherent to a new job or role, we have purposefully introduced changes to our program to allow a more gradual immersion – with the result being a more confident and satisfied practitioner.

Our CAP program (Clinical Advancement Program) offers Nurses the opportunity to advance both in recognition and financial reward.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited nursing program; basic professional nursing degree required (BSN preferred). Note, if the BSN or MSN degree is not present on hire, the employee must sign an agreement to obtain a within a specific time frame.
• Current licensure by the Maryland State Board of Nursing or Compact State as a Registered Nurse (or licensed prior to hire).
• BLS certification (issued through the American Heart Association).
• Superb interpersonal, communication and collaboration abilities.
• Competency in electronic patient management systems.

Preferred:

• BSN or MSN preferred

Position Highlights and Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefit packages, including medical, dental, vision, mental health, paid time off, 403B, education assistance and voluntary benefits (pet insurance, accident insurance, hospital indemnity and others) available from the first day of employment for Full & Part-Time colleagues.
• Work/Life balance with flexible schedules.
• Free parking.
• Our mission and core values are what drive each member of Trinity Health to support each other, communicate openly and respectfully while embracing a culture that nurtures a healing, safe environment for all.
• Referral Rewards Program

Pay Range: $40.09 – $57.35. Pay is based on experience, skills and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

About us:

Holy Cross Health is a Catholic, not-for-profit health system that serves the two most populous counties in Maryland, Montgomery and Prince George’s, with a commitment to being the most trusted provider of health-care services in the area. Founded in 1963 by the Sisters of the Holy Cross, Holy Cross Health is a member of Trinity Health of Livonia, Michigan. Holy Cross Hospital, in Silver Spring, is one of the largest hospitals in Maryland, and Holy Cross Germantown Hospital is the first hospital in the nation built on a community college campus, enhanced by an educational partnership. The Holy Cross Health Network operates primary-care practices and affordable health centers, and offers a wide range of innovative, community-based health and wellness programs. Specialty care, home care and hospice services round out Holy Cross Health’s high-quality and coordinated continuum of care that aims to improve health and let you live life on your own terms.

Holy Cross Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.

Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard toMinority/Females/disabled/Veteran(M/F/D/V) status.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.