ICU Registered Nurse to support Shock Trauma PACU

University of Maryland Medical System•Baltimore, MD

5d•Onsite

About The Position

University of Maryland Medical Center (UMMC) is seeking exceptional Registered Nurses (RNs) to join their nursing team. UMMC, a Magnet-designated Academic Medical Center, offers a world-class environment to enhance skills and experience. Located in downtown Baltimore, UMMC is the flagship academic medical center of the University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS). The Shock Trauma Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) is a unique 12-bed, Phase 1 unit operating 24/7. This unit provides post-operative care for primarily adult patients, with a specialization in traumatic injury management. The team also supports the Trauma Resuscitation Unit by accepting overflow patients to ensure adequate trauma patient admission capacity. The PACU adheres to American Society of Peri-Anesthesia Nurse (ASPAN) Standards and maintains high educational and competency expectations in peri-anesthesia, trauma, and critical care specialties. Nurses in this role serve approximately 20 surgical/medical services. The ideal candidates are passionate, energetic, and high-functioning professionals skilled in interdisciplinary collaboration, seeking a challenging and dynamic clinical setting. As a key resource for trauma care in the region, this PACU offers a distinctive professional experience.

Requirements

Currently licensed as an RN in the state of Maryland or eligible to practice under a compact license.
Minimum 2 years ICU experience required (Surgical/Trauma ICU preferred).
Current BLS & ACLS required for hire.
Must be flexible, adaptable and able to critically think through complex patient scenarios.

Nice To Haves

BSN preferred (Associates Nurses with at least 2+ years of experience).

Responsibilities

Provide post-operative care specializing in traumatic injury management.
Accept overflow from the Trauma Resuscitation Unit when needed.
Maintain education and competency expectations across peri-anesthesia, trauma, and critical care specialties.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.
Serve roughly 20 surgical/medical services.