RN - Intermediate Care - Full Time - Dayshift

Meritus Health External • Hagerstown, MD

1d • Onsite

About The Position

4 East is a 28-bed unit providing exceptional care to Intermediate Care, Medical-Surgical, and Cardiac patients. The team on 4 East serves a wide range of patient needs and prides itself on fostering a team-oriented environment where staff support each other in providing top quality care. The nurses on this unit are able to adapt quickly to a wide range of patient needs and conditions, blending technical proficiency with compassionate, patient-centered care. The unit serves patients with cardiac conditions, chronic illness, acute medical conditions, and post-surgical recovery. It is a blended Medical Surgical Telemetry and Intermediate Care Unit designed to provide acute, preventative, restorative, and supportive care across a wide age range, from adolescents to geriatrics. The unit is a key alternative for patients who do not meet the criteria for critical care but still require continuous cardiac monitoring and advanced care. The team collaborates and works as a unified team with each other, patients, families, and other healthcare professionals to provide the best care possible. Everyone is encouraged to contribute ideas and share expertise, creating a dynamic and supportive environment. The unit is committed to providing the highest level of patient care, with an emphasis on safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement. The highly skilled team of nurses brings extensive expertise in a wide range of specialized areas, including advanced cardiac care, medication management, and the use of advanced monitoring equipment. They are proficient in post-surgical care, advanced life-saving techniques, and emergency protocols. The team is specifically trained to manage complex patient needs, including post-cardiac catheterization recovery, peritoneal dialysis (PD), and the titration of intravenous drips and high-flow oxygen therapy. Their expertise ensures the delivery of optimal care for patients with varying levels of acuity, bridging the gap between general medical surgical care and intensive care needs.

Requirements

• ASN or higher required.
• Minimum of one year of experience in a hospital setting required.
• Current license to practice as Registered Nurse in the State of Maryland, or if resident of a state that participates in Nurse Multi-State Compact agreement, holds Registered Nurse License from that state that is designated as "Compact" or "Multi-State Privilege" using primary source verification and provides additional documentation as required by the Maryland Board of Nursing. RN License from a compact state with a designation of "Single State" does not meet the requirement and nurse must obtain a Maryland license.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Must possess a high level of organization and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• BSN or higher preferred.
• Specialty certification recognized by the Magnet Recognition Program™ preferred.
• Specialty certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional care to Intermediate Care, Medical-Surgical, and Cardiac patients.
• Collaborate and work as a unified team with colleagues, patients, families, and other healthcare professionals.
• Contribute ideas and share expertise to foster a dynamic and supportive environment.
• Provide acute, preventative, restorative, and supportive care across a wide age range.
• Manage patients requiring continuous cardiac monitoring and advanced care.
• Apply the standards of professional nursing practice with compassion and empathy.
• Utilize advanced cardiac care, medication management, and advanced monitoring equipment.
• Perform post-surgical care, advanced life-saving techniques, and emergency protocols.
• Manage complex patient needs including post-cardiac catheterization recovery, peritoneal dialysis (PD), and titration of intravenous drips and high-flow oxygen therapy.
• Ensure the delivery of optimal care for patients with varying levels of acuity.

Benefits

• 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.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) A generous PTO program.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan Benefit from a robust company match.
• Education Assistance & Tuition Reimbursement
• 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.
• Up to $10,000 Sign on Bonus!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree