Registered Nurse (RN) Observation Unit

MedStar Health; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 50,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing resources

Health benefits

Paid time off

Retirement match

Tuition assistance

Referral bonus

Relocation assistance

Free parking

Job summary

MedStar Health is seeking a Registered Nurse for full-time nights or part-time nights on the Observation Unit at MedStar Franklin Square. You will provide skilled, compassionate care to patients, assess evolving conditions, and collaborate with physicians and nurses to deliver timely care. Strong telemetry background and active RN license are required.

ADN/BSN/MSN/CNL accepted. This fast-paced unit offers exposure to chest pain, dehydration, and other common ED-like presentations in a supportive

Qualifications

• RN license in MD or compact state required.
• Telemetry experience preferred.
• Prior clinical nursing experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled, compassionate care to patients and families across a spectrum of needs—from routine to highly complex.
• Assess evolving patient conditions and develop appropriate care plans.
• Coordinate interventions with other members of the nursing team to ensure timely care.

Skills

Telemetry

RN experience

Licensing

Education

ADN/BSN/MSN/CNL

Job description

About the Job

This is for a Registered Nurse position for FT Nights or PT nights on the Observation Unit at MedStar Franklin Square

Unit Highlights

The Observation Unit at MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center is a 24-bed unit that provides short-term care for patients who require additional monitoring and treatment. It’s a fast-paced, collaborative environment ideal for nurses who enjoy variety and thrive in dynamic settings. This unit manages a broad range of conditions, such as chest pain, syncope, dehydration, and abdominal pain, offering nurses exposure to diverse clinical presentations. Strong assessment and time management skills are key, as the team works closely with physicians and support staff to deliver timely, efficient, and compassionate care. Must have RN experience and strong telemetry background.

Key Responsibilities

As a Clinical Nurse, you will provide skilled, compassionate care to patients and families across a spectrum of needs—from routine to highly complex. You will assess evolving patient conditions, identify actual and potential health concerns, and develop appropriate care plans. Interventions may be delivered directly or coordinated through collaboration with other members of the nursing team

Nursing Benefits

• Nationally recognized nurse wellbeing resources
• Comprehensive health benefit plans
• Generous paid time off and flex scheduling options
• Retirement plans with match
• Tuition assistance to advance your education
• Systemwide referral bonus program—up to $6,000 for each RN and up to $4,000 for each LPN that joins MedStar Health
• Relocation assistance up to $5,000
• Free parking for associates

Qualifications

• ADN, BSN, MSN, or CNL from an accredited School of Nursing required.
• Prior Clinical Nursing Experience preferred.
• Active MD RN License or Active Compact State RN and Basic Life Support for Healthcare providers required (AHA or American Red Cross).

This position has a hiring range of USD $36.50 - USD $60.34 /Hr.