Registered Nurse (RN), Telemetry

University of Maryland Medical System; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 50,971 - 74,638; Full time

Job summary

The University of Maryland Medical System is seeking experienced Registered Nurses in Baltimore. This role involves providing comprehensive patient care, participating in governance, and ensuring safety within a clinical specialty. Applicants must be licensed in Maryland and should have recent clinical experience.

The position offers a competitive compensation range of $37.00 - $54.18 per hour, alongside a $20,000 sign-on bonus. A vibrant work environment awaits in downtown Baltimore!

Qualifications

• Must pass probation and current on all mandatory training.
• Recent clinical experience in a comparable setting.
• Member of a professional nursing organization.

Responsibilities

• Provide and coordinate patient care in a clinical specialty.
• Participate in unit governance and multidisciplinary teams.
• Ensure patient safety and report risks and adverse events.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Registered Nurse Licensure in Maryland

10 contact hours of education/year

Job description

Overview

Job Requirements 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!

Work Experience

General Summary

• This role is considered the minimum role for all nurses at UMMC who have greater than 12 months 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.

Qualifications

Education 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 eligible 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.

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 and verbal and written communication skills.

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 appropriate management authority.
• Identifies possible risks in processes, procedures, devices and communicates the same to those in charge.

Additional Information

Compensation
Pay Range: $37.00 - $54.18

$20k Sign-on Bonus

Other Information

Review the 2025-2026 UMMS Benefits Guide