Registered Nurse- Emergency Observation

LifeBridge Health; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 51,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

403(b) retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Generous paid time off

Free on-site parking

Job summary

Northwest Hospital, part of LifeBridge Health in Baltimore, is seeking an experienced RN to deliver patient-centered care on the Emergency Department Observation unit and related areas. You will assess, plan, and implement age-appropriate nursing care, supervise staff, and support leadership to ensure quality and efficient patient flow.

Essential requirements include an active Registered Nurse license and less than one year of experience.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse License.
• Less than one year of experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct clinical patient care on a per shift basis.
• Assume responsibility for assessment, planning and implementation of care for assigned patients.
• Supervise staff and ensure safe, high-quality nursing care and appropriate resource use.

Skills

Direct patient care

Staff supervision

Job description

EDOCE or Emergency Department Observation Clinical Evaluation is an extension of the ED under the observation services. This unit has 12 Bed Semiprivate Bay Style. Patients in this space are evaluated for discharge or movement to our observation unit for extended care or concerted to inpatient awaiting movement to an inpatient floor. In addition, this unit supported with ED and Inpatient Transition from Discharge to Home (i.e. waiting on equipment or transportation). Orientation would occur on the unit observation 2A. It is expected that there could be floating to observation 2A or into the ED for Medical Boarder Support.

Summary

Under the direction of the unit manager, this role provides direct clinical patient care. The role will assume responsibility for assessing, planning, implementing direct age-appropriate clinical care to assigned patients on a per shift basis, and unit level. The role is responsible for supervision of staff to which appropriate care is delegated. The role is accountable to support CNO to ensure high quality, safe and appropriate nursing care, competency of clinical staff, and appropriate resource management related to patient care.

Credentials

Essential:

• Registered Nurse License

Experience

Essential:

• Less than one year

Pay Range

$37.15 to $57.58 Based On Experience

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting the first of the month after hire, plus wellness programs and mental health support
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, pension, and life and disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement toward advanced degrees and specialty certifications
• Generous paid time off, fitness discounts, and free on-site parking

About Northwest Hospital

Northwest Hospital is a full-service community hospital in Baltimore County serving Randallstown, Pikesville, Owings Mills, and beyond. As part of LifeBridge Health - one of the region's most comprehensive healthcare systems - Northwest delivers compassionate, high-quality care close to home, with a mission to improve the health of the communities we serve, and to take care of the people who take care of patients.

About LifeBridge Health

LifeBridge Health is a dynamic, purpose-driven health system redefining care delivery across the mid-Atlantic and beyond, anchored by our mission to "improve the health of people in the communities we serve." Join us to advance health access, elevate patient experiences, and contribute to a system that values bold ideas and community-centered care.

With over 14,000 employees, 130 care locations, and two million annual patient encounters, we combine strategic growth, innovation, and deep community commitment to deliver exceptional care anchored by five leading centers in Maryland.

Our organization thrives on a culture of CARE BRAVELY-where compassion, courage, and urgency drive every decision, empowering teams to shape the future of healthcare.

LifeBridge Health complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex or sexual orientation and gender identity/expression. LifeBridge Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex or sexual orientation and gender identity/expression.