RN | Cardiac | Telemetry | Full Time | Dayshift

Meritus Health Inc; Hagerstown (MD); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Meritus Medical Center, part of Meritus Health, is seeking a Registered Nurse to join the 4 South Cardiac Telemetry unit. The role focuses on cardiac monitoring and comprehensive nursing care in a fast-paced setting.

You’ll collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe patient care and timely discharge planning. The position offers a dayshift schedule, opportunities to strengthen cardiac skills, and a sign-on bonus up to $10,000 for qualified candidates.

Qualifications

• ASN required to practice as an RN.
• BSN preferred for advancement and leadership paths.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate nursing care for cardiac, telemetry, and medical patients.
• Monitor cardiac rhythms and telemetry.
• Administer medications, IV therapies, and blood products as prescribed.
• Perform comprehensive assessments and develop care plans.
• Educate patients and families about conditions, treatments, and post-discharge care.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation and collaborate with the care team.

Skills

Cardiac monitoring

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Teamwork

Basic computer skills

Education

ASN (required)

BSN preferred

Job description

RN | Cardiac | Telemetry | Full Time | Dayshift

Job Category: Nursing

Requisition Number: RNCAR015492

• Posted : September 14, 2026


• Full-Time


• Hourly Range : $35.50 USD to $58 USD

Locations

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Meritus Medical Center
Hagerstown, MD 21742, USA

• Pay or shift range: $35.50 USD to $58 USD
  The posted range is the budgeted amount for this position. The actual rate of pay will be determined based on several factors, including your relevant experience, education, skills, internal equity, and alignment with Meritus Health’s compensation practices.

Description

RN | Cardiac | Telemetry | Full Time | Dayshift
72 hrs. Biweekly - 630am - 7pm
Up to $10,000 Sign on Bonus !

Join a fast-paced cardiac nursing team where you can strengthen your clinical skills while making a meaningful difference for patients every day.

Meritus Medical Center is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) to join 4 South, our dynamic 27-bed Cardiac, Medical, Observation, and Telemetry unit. 4 South is a great fit for nurses who enjoy variety, teamwork, and caring for patients with complex medical and cardiac needs.

Why This Role Matters

As an RN on 4 South, you’ll play an important role in monitoring, assessing, and caring for patients whose conditions can change quickly. From cardiac monitoring and medication administration to patient education and discharge planning, you’ll help patients safely progress through their hospital stay while collaborating closely with an experienced interdisciplinary team.

What You’ll Do

• Provide compassionate, evidence-based nursing care to cardiac, medical, observation, and telemetry patients


• Perform comprehensive assessments and recognize changes in patient condition


• Monitor and interpret cardiac rhythms and telemetry


• Administer medications, IV therapies, blood products, and other prescribed treatments


• Manage oxygen therapy, wound care, and other complex nursing interventions


• Care for patients requiring intermediate-level monitoring and titratable medications, as appropriate


• Develop and implement individualized nursing care plans


• Educate patients and families about diagnoses, medications, treatments, and discharge plans


• Collaborate with physicians, nursing colleagues, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care


• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation


• Promote patient safety, quality, and an exceptional patient experience

Why You’ll Love 4 South

Variety in Your Practice: Build experience caring for a diverse population of medical, cardiac, telemetry, and intermediate-care patients.

Develop Your Cardiac Skills: Strengthen your expertise in cardiac monitoring, medication management, IV therapy, oxygen therapy, blood transfusions, wound care, and titration of drips.

Collaborative Team Environment: Work alongside nurses, providers, and other healthcare professionals who share a commitment to providing exceptional patient care.

Professional Growth: Expand your Med‑Surg and Telemetry foundation while gaining exposure to higher‑acuity patients and developing skills that can support continued career growth.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• Associate Degree in Nursing (ASN) required


• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred

Experience

• Minimum of 1 year of nursing experience is required


• Minimum of 6 months – 1 year of prior hospital experience

Licensure & Certification

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Maryland or qualifying multistate/Compact RN license


• Nurses holding a single‑state license from another state must obtain Maryland RN licensure as required by the Maryland Board of Nursing


• Specialty certification recognized by the Magnet Recognition Program™ preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to apply professional nursing standards with compassion and empathy


• Strong communication, organization, and critical‑thinking skills


• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment


• Basic computer skills required

Why Meritus Health?

At Meritus Health, nursing is more than a career—it’s an opportunity to grow your skills, collaborate with a dedicated healthcare team, and make an impact in the lives of patients throughout our community. You’ll be part of an organization committed to high‑quality care, professional development, teamwork, and creating an environment where nurses can build meaningful careers.

Ready to Join 4 South?

If you’re an RN who enjoys cardiac nursing, values teamwork, and is looking for an opportunity to continue growing your skills, we’d love to hear from you.

Caring for our Team

We are committed to supporting the well‑being and professional development of our team members through a comprehensive benefits package, which includes:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  Coverage begins on the first of the month following your hire date.


• Life Insurance & Disability Coverage
  Includes company‑paid life insurance, as well as short‑and‑long‑term disability benefits to provide peace of mind.


• Paid Time Off (PTO)
  A generous PTO program designed to help you recharge and maintain a healthy work‑life balance.


• 401(k) Retirement Plan
  Benefit from a robust company match to support your long‑term financial goals.


• Education Assistance & Tuition Reimbursement
  Support for your continued learning and career growth.


• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
  Options to save pre‑tax dollars for eligible healthcare and dependent care expenses.


• Shift Differential Pay
  Team members working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for additional pay.

Happy to Help
At Meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen and to be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality‑driven closures, and are always Happy to Help.

Qualifications

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Basic Life Support

Preferred

Advanced Cardiac Life Sup

Equal Opportunity Employer
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