Registered Nurse (RN), Comprehensive Medical Rehabilitation Unit

University of Maryland Medical System; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 50,971 - 74,390; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Baltimore seeks a Registered Nurse for their Comprehensive Medical Rehabilitation Unit. The role involves providing and coordinating patient care as part of a dedicated interdisciplinary team. Ideal candidates will have an associate degree (BSN preferred), a nursing license in Maryland, and experience in a clinical setting. Compensation ranges from $37 to $54 per hour with benefits available.

Qualifications

• Licensure as a Registered Nurse in Maryland or eligible due to Compact agreements.
• One year nursing experience required.
• Current CPR certification necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provides independent patient care as a member of the healthcare team.
• Coordinates care addressing patient and family needs.
• Participates in performance improvement initiatives.

Skills

Clinical skills

Patient care coordination

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Associate degree

BSN preferred

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN), Comprehensive Medical Rehabilitation Unit

We’re making Maryland stronger! With roots that go as far back as 1895, the UM Rehab & Ortho Institute continues to be a pioneer in orthopedics and neurological disorders. From bones to brains, our cutting‑edge hospital heals even the most serious of injuries, specializing in everything from total joint replacement to spinal cord injuries and neurological conditions. In total, our 141‑bed facility welcomes over 3,000 patients every year. As the state’s largest provider of inpatient rehabilitation services, we offer some of the most advanced therapies for stroke, spinal cord injury, traumatic brain injury, orthopedic and sports injury, among many others.

General Summary

This role is considered the minimum role for all nurses who have greater than 12 months experience. Provides and coordinates independent care to patients within a clinical specialty as a fully effective and participative member of the interdisciplinary team.

Principal Responsibilities And Tasks

• Accountable to patients and families for the processes and outcomes of care during an episode of care.
• Accountable to peers for the advancement of group practice on the unit, and to the nurse manager for the totality of work performance.
• Serves as an effective primary nurse; collaborates with interdisciplinary team to plan and coordinate care addressing patient/family needs.
• Serves as clinical resource for others.
• Assists in team development and evaluation of patient care delivery; suggests methods for improvement. Participates in collection of data related to outcomes (e.g. hand offs, medication safety, etc).
• Participates in implementation efforts addressing nursing quality indicators.
• Participates and contributes to Performance Improvement, or Evidence Based Practice, or research at the unit level.
• Complies with standards and participates with unit level activities for TJC/CARF regulatory compliance.
• Supports charge nurse decisions; performs charge role for assigned shifts as needed.
• Follows and supports interdisciplinary communication, collaboration, effective decision making, recognition, leadership, and staffing.
• Assists in the development of clinical practice protocols and standards for the unit/hospital.
• Participates in shared governance activities: Nursing Education and Practice Councils. Assists in development of action plans and supports implementation.
• Serves as preceptor, coach, mentor to new nurses and students. Contributes to ancillary personnel skills and development, attends educational offerings and in-services independently.
• Contributes to development of unit based peer review processes; actively participates in individual peer review feedback.

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.
• Associate degree required; BSN preferred.
• One year nursing experience. Solid knowledge and clinical skills.
• Current CPR certification required.
• Up-to-date status on all mandatory training and classes.
• Maintenance of 10 contact hours of education every two years.
• Member of a professional organization.
• Recent applicable clinical experience in a comparable setting.

Patient Safety

• Takes action to correct observed risks to patient safety.
• Reports adverse events and near misses by entering information in the Risk Management reporting system (UMMS safe) and to manager/designee.
• Identifies possible risks in processes, procedures, devices and communicates the same to those in charge.

Compensation

Pay Range: $37 - $54,18 per hour (approximate). Other compensation and benefits available through UMMS Benefits Guide.

Employment type

Full‑time