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Registered Nurse (RN), PACU, NightsUniversity of Maryland Medical System • Upper Marlboro, MD, United States
Registered Nurse (RN), PACU, Nights

Registered Nurse (RN), PACU, Nights

University of Maryland Medical System • Upper Marlboro, MD, United States
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Company Description

$20k Sign on Bonus

Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Registered Nurse

Where Teamwork Meets Excellence in Patient Care

Are you a dedicated PACU RN looking for a unit where your clinical expertise, voice, and compassion are truly valued? Join our dynamic Post-Anesthesia Care Unit, where patient-centered care, professional development, and teamwork are the heart of everything we do. Whether you're early in your career or seeking your next challenge, we offer clear pathways to help you thrive.

What Makes Us Different - Our PACU is more than just a recovery unit-it's a team-driven environment built on trust, collaboration, and clinical excellence. Here, nurses are respected as key partners in the post-operative recovery process, supported by a leadership team that prioritizes innovation and values input at every level.

Opportunities to Grow - We're committed to your professional journey. Our nurses have access to :

  • Ongoing mentorship and preceptorship
  • Certification support (CPAN, CAPA)
  • Specialized training in advanced post-anesthesia care
  • Leadership development through shared governance and hospital-wide initiatives

A Culture of Support - In our PACU, collaboration isn't just encouraged-it's essential. We hold regular team huddles, promote peer support, and foster cross-disciplinary communication. Our approachable leadership team is actively involved in daily operations and ensures that every team member feels seen, heard, and supported.

Impact That Matters - We're proud to consistently exceed recovery benchmarks, maintain low complication rates, and receive high marks for patient satisfaction. Our team's dedication has made a lasting difference in countless patient outcomes-and we celebrate those wins together.

Work-Life Balance You Can Count On - We know that exceptional care starts with a healthy, supported team. That's why we offer :

  • Predictable and balanced scheduling
  • Wellness resources and staff appreciation events
  • A strong culture of PTO use and work-life respect
  • Job Description

    General Summary

    This role is considered the minimum role for all nurses who have greater than 12 months experience. Provides and coordinates independent care to patients within a clinical specialty as a fully effective and participative member of the multidisciplinary patient care services team.

    Principal Responsibilities and Tasks

    The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. These are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by personnel so classified.

    Clinical Practice :

  • Provides independent care to unit specific patient population; serves as clinical resource for others, utilizes and integrates evidence into practice, functions effectively in roles specific to unit (as defined by each department / unit)
  • Accountable to patients and families for the processes and outcomes of care during an episode of care.
  • Accountable to peers for the advancement of group practice on the unit, and to the nurse manager for the totality of work performance.
  • Serves as an effective primary coordinating nurse; collaborates with interdisciplinary team to plan and coordinate care addressing patient / family needs. 5. Serves as clinical resource for others.
  • Service / Quality :

  • Assists in team development and evaluation of tenants of Patient and Family Centered Care , suggests methods for improvement. Participates in collection of data related to outcomes (e.g. hand offs, medication safety, etc).
  • Participates in implementation efforts addressing Nursing Sensitive Quality Indicators (NSQI).
  • Participates and contributes to Performance Improvement, or Evidence Based Practice, or research at the unit level.
  • Complies with standards and participates with unit level activities for regulatory compliance.
  • Unit Operations :

  • Supports charge nurse decisions; performs charge role for assigned shifts as needed.
  • Assists in the development of clinical practice protocols and standards for unit.
  • Participates in unit-based process activities : Performance Improvement, Professional Development, Clinical Practice, Teamwork, etc.; assists in development of action plans and supports implementation.
  • Orients Clinical Nurse I to unit level decision making structure and councils.
  • Professional Development :

  • Serves as preceptor, coach, mentor to new nurses and students. Contributes to ancillary personnel skills and development, attends educational offerings and in-services independently.
  • Qualifications

    Education & Experience

  • 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.
  • Up-to-date status on all mandatory training and classes.
  • One year nursing experience. Solid knowledge and clinical skills.
  • Diploma in nursing or Associates Degree in nursing required.
  • Current BLS certification required. Unit based licensure as required for the role as defined at the unit / department level. (examples include but are not limited to Neonatal Resuscitation Program [NPR], Certification in Pre-Transport / Post-Resuscitation Stabilization Care of Sick Infants for Neonatal Healthcare Providers [STABLE], Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support [ACLS), Trauma 101, etc.)
  • Maintenance of 10 contact hours of education every two years.
  • Recent applicable clinical experience in a comparable setting.
  • Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

  • Responsible for maintaining competencies required for the patient care setting; focus on advancing own professional development
  • Ability to practice and adhere to the guidelines specified in the Role of the Professional Nurse Job Charter / Description and Commitment to Excellence Behavioral Standards..
  • Demonstrates highly effective interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
  • Demonstrates leadership qualities through effectiveness as charge nurse, preceptor, or clinical resource.
  • Demonstrates effectiveness as a multidisciplinary team member.
  • Ability to learn and use computer systems in order to manage patient information.
  • Ability to participate in team-building efforts on units; supports and models teamwork
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Implements policies, procedure, and standards consistently in the performance of assigned duties.
  • Develops effective working relationships and maintains good communication with other team members.
  • Identifies possible risks in processes, procedures, devices and communicates the same to those in charge.
  • Additional Information

  • .All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
  • Compensation : $20k Sign on Bonus

    Pay Range : $39.81-$50.75

    Other Compensation (if applicable) :

    Review the 2024-2025 UMMS Benefits Guide

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