RN - Stroke/ Telemetry - Full Time - Dayshift

Meritus Health•Hagerstown, MD

6d•$73,840 - $120,640•Onsite

About The Position

Our team on 5 South is currently hiring for nurses who are looking to work in a fast- paced, patient- centered environment! 5 South is a 28-bed General Medical, Telemetry, and Stroke unit that provides specialized care for a variety of patients, while working collaboratively with our dedicated team of nursing assistants and physicians. Nurses on 5 South play an essential role in providing high-quality care in a unit that handles everything from stroke management to medication administration, blood transfusions, and more. Why 5 South? Diverse Care: Treat patients with a wide range of needs, including stroke care, telemetry, and general medical treatment. Expertise: Our hospital has been certified since 2007 as a Primary Stroke Center by the Maryland Institute for Emergency Medical Services. Nurses on our team specialize in medication administration including PCA/PCEA, intravenous therapy, oxygen therapy, blood transfusions, wound care, and the use and maintenance of specialized equipment. Collaboration: We work as a unified team with each other and with our patients, families, and other healthcare professionals, to provide the best care possible. Integrity: We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of ethics, confidentiality, and honesty while maintaining a happy to help mentality in every interaction.

Requirements

ASN 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.
Ability to apply the standards of professional nursing practice with compassion and empathy.
Basic computer skills required.
Must possess a high level of organization and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

BSN Preferred.
Previously grandfathered active RN’s who graduated from an accredited nursing school as a Diploma RN will continue to have ASN requirement waived.
Specialty certification recognized by the Magnet Recognition Program™ preferred.
Specialty certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide specialized care for a variety of patients on a General Medical, Telemetry, and Stroke unit.
Manage stroke care.
Administer medications.
Perform blood transfusions.
Provide intravenous therapy.
Provide oxygen therapy.
Provide wound care.
Use and maintain specialized equipment.