Registered Nurse

$31 - $44 / hour

Overview

Lorien Health Services is hiring Registered Nurses (RNs) to join our award-winning team at Lorien Columbia!

Experience firsthand why Lorien is more than a nursing home or assisted living community. We offer a supportive, resident-centered environment where nurses are valued, empowered, and encouraged to grow.

Apply today and take the next step in your nursing career!

Competitive RN Pay

$31 - $44 / Hour Competitive rates based on experience
Shift differentials available
Same Day Pay for all employees

Full-Time Benefits Package

PTO: 80 hours vacation + 40 hours sick time (rollover available)
6 Personal Days
7 Paid Major Holidays (Double time paid when worked)
CareFirst Medical Insurance
Tuition Assistance & Career Advancement Opportunities
HRA Fund
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Employee Perks & Rewards

Employee discounts
Earn Points, Earn Rewards program
Attendance incentives
Referral bonus program
Ongoing professional development and leadership development

Responsibilities

Our Registered Nurses bring compassion, patience, and clinical expertise to every interaction, helping residents feel supported, safe, and valued. As a vital member of our care team, you'll play an important role in promoting resident well-being while delivering exceptional, person-centered care.

In this role, you will:

Oversee and coordinate residents' daily care needs, ensuring the highest quality of service and support.
Communicate changes in residents' conditions clearly, professionally, and compassionately with residents, families, and the care team.
Partner closely with the Medical Director and interdisciplinary team to develop and implement individualized care plans.
Provide guidance, support, and clinical leadership to nursing assistants and caregiving staff.
Monitor resident health and respond promptly to changes in condition.
Foster meaningful relationships with residents and their families, promoting trust and peace of mind.
Help create a positive, resident-centered environment focused on dignity, comfort, and quality of life.

Qualifications

Full-Time, Part-Time, PRN Hours Available
Schedule: Days, Evenings, Nights
License: An Active Maryland RN license
Ability to safely lift, push, and pull up to 25–50 pounds as part of daily job responsibilities, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Lorien Columbia is proud to be the flagship location of Lorien Health Services and has been serving the community since 1977.

Our facility offers a full range of services, including skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and outpatient therapy, and is home to the only Korean nursing unit in Howard County.

With 215 beds across five nursing units — and plans to expand with a new unit — Lorien Columbia continues to grow while staying true to its mission of providing exceptional care.

Nationally Recognized: Since 2020, we’ve been named one of the Top Nursing Homes in Maryland by Newsweek Magazine, a testament to our dedication to quality care and innovation.

Join a team with a legacy of excellence and a future full of opportunity at Lorien Columbia.

Lorien Health Services is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protect

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