Job Requirements Under direct supervision of a registered nurse, participates in the nursing process by delivering care to patients and their families. Duties and responsibilities include direct care activities required in daily nursing practice on the assigned unit. The nurse will utilize this time to learn the institution and nursing practice. It is expected that a nurse in this role successfully meets all requirements of the Departmental Orientation. Utilizes the institution’s care delivery and professional practice models as the frame of reference for practicing as a professional nurse. Participates in activities to develop own practice, and to support group practice goals at the unit level. Is accountable to patient, family and team members for care provided and to the nurse manager for totality of work performance. Is accountable to hold to the Service Standards and to the Nursing Mission, Vision and Values. Work Experience 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. Nurse Graduates perform various routine nursing support functions as listed below. These functions may vary depending upon the unit to which the Nurse Graduate is assigned. Skills After successful completion of an organized staff development program which includes an evaluation that the nurse graduate is competent, through skills validation, the nurse graduate may perform and document routine procedures taught within the nurse graduate’s generic nursing program, including but not limited to: Documenting in the medical record using the initials “NG” after the nurse graduate’s name as credentials Assisting the Registered Nurse assigned to the patient with the assessment of the patient by monitoring parameters outlined by the Registered Nurse in accordance with the Nursing Standards of Practice. Identifying, recording, and reporting overt findings to the Registered Nurse concerning the physical and mental condition of a patient in accordance with the Nursing Documentation policy. Assisting The Registered Nurse Assigned To The Patient With The Implementation Of Nursing Care By Performing Nursing Care Activities As Delegated And Supervised By The Registered Nurse Such As Performing patient assessments after the initial assessment or after the first assessment of the shift has been performed by the registered nurse Assisting with indwelling and intermittent urinary bladder catheterizations by performing catheter insertion, catheter care and removal. Providing direct patient care, such as personal hygiene care, positioning, ambulating, transporting, nutritional intake/ feeding, obtaining specimens and performing blood sugar checks. Performing routine patient care and administrative procedures on the unit such as dressing changes, calculating body intake and output measures and shift totals. Assisting with patient admission and/or discharge by setting up special equipment and recording vital signs. Assisting with intravenous therapy by gathering equipment for starting IV fluids, preparing the patient as directed by the Registered Nurse and monitoring IV rate. Assists the Registered Nurse in patient status evaluation by reporting patient information such as vital signs or response to nursing actions such as pain management interventions. Verbally reports to the nurse significant changes in patient's physical and cognitive condition. Documents patient information such as vital signs, intake and output on appropriate forms promptly, clearly and completely as stipulated in the Nursing Documentation policy. The nurse graduate may administer medications under the DIRECT supervision of an RN. The nurse graduate may NOT administer medications independently. Performs CPR as needed. Follows institutional infection control guidelines. Follows/implements established institutional/unit policies and procedures to ensure patient safety. Communicates effectively with patients, families, visitors and other members of the health care team, demonstrating positive guest relations skills and treating patient information confidentially. Performs general support services for the unit and patient which may include running unit errands, procuring equipment, and taking and relaying messages accurately and timely. 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. If graduate is completing the initial examination, testing must be completed within 90 days of the date that the graduate completed the school nursing program. Must meet all applicable federal, state, and local professional requirements Current AHA BLS certification required. Less than 12 months nursing experience. Basic Computer Skills Are Required. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Benefits Full-Time Pay Range: $37.75 Other Compensation (if applicable): Shift Differential Review the 2025-2026 UMMS Benefits Guide Like many employers, UMMS is being targeted by cybercriminals impersonating our recruiters and offering fake job opportunities. We will never ask for banking details, personal identification, or payment via email or text. If you suspect fraud, please contact us at careers@umms.edu.
Job Requirements Serves as a frontline operational leader with direct accountability for shift-level operations and team performance. Partners with the Nurse Manager to ensure operational excellence, staff engagement, and patient outcomes for an assigned operational area. Supports and ensures the delivery of high-quality patient care aligned with the organization’s strategic goals. Collaborates and manages clinical operations, ensures regulatory compliance, and fosters a culture of safety, professionalism, and continuous improvement. Supports staff development, evidence-based practices, and maintains clinical competency to provide direct care when needed. Completes onboarding, performance management, and succession planning, while furthering multidisciplinary initiatives and organizational projects. Functions as a key driver of culture, safety, and innovation. This role is designed as a leadership pathway position, preparing high-performing clinical leaders for future leadership opportunities. Work Experience Bachelor of Science in Nursing required. If bachelor’s degree is not in nursing, graduate degree must be in nursing. Licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Maryland or eligibility for licensure due to compact state agreements outlined through the Maryland Board of Nursing. Three (3) Years Of Previous Clinical Experience Required. Advanced certification (e.g., NE-BC, CEN, PCCN, etc.) required. Incumbents must obtain advanced certification within three (3) years of assuming the position. ACLS, BLS and/or other certifications to match patient populations served. Benefits Pay Range: $47.00-61.53 Other Compensation (if Applicable) Review the 2025-2026 UMMS Benefits Guide Like many employers, UMMS is being targeted by cybercriminals impersonating our recruiters and offering fake job opportunities. We will never ask for banking details, personal identification, or payment via email or text. If you suspect fraud, please contact us at careers@umms.edu.
Summary Join Our Team at Mercy Medical Center – Now Hiring a Transitional Care Unit Registered Nurse. Mercy Medical Center is honored to be recognized by Newsweek as one of America's Most Trustworthy Companies for three consecutive years (2023–2025) and as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Women in 2025. Additionally, we are proud to be a multi-time recipient of Forbes' America's Best Midsize Employers award, most recently in 2025. As a hospital founded by the Sisters of Mercy, we offer a supportive and empowering environment where dedicated medical professionals thrive. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact through your work and contributing to a mission of compassionate care, we invite you to apply today and join our Mercy family. Responsibilities Our Clinical Nurses in TCU independently provide continuing care and complex treatments to patients presenting with varied medical and surgical interventions. Working with a dedicated rehabilitation team, the RN provides evidence-based, high-quality patient care and safety, and serves as a resource for other team members. Requirements Must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing and successfully completed the State Board of Nursing Licensure Exam BSN Preferred Must possess 1 year of current clinical experience Must obtain 20 Contact hours per year, fifty percent of which must be clinically focused. Academic course credits may be used on a 1:1 credit hour exchange. RN License Current Healthcare Provider CPR/BLS upon hire Benefits Benefits Eligibility is based on your scheduled FTE status and Job Category Competitive health, prescription, vision and dental benefits & wellness credit for eligible employees 403(b) retirement plan with generous company match and “catch up” provision Paid Time Off (PTO) & company paid holidays Tuition reimbursement Mental Health resources and other employee related wellness opportunities through our Employee Assistance Program Employer paid Short & Long Term Disability benefits for eligible employees Voluntary Benefits Discounts on auto & home insurance and Verizon plans Mercy’s Rewards & Recognition Program rewarding employees for going above and beyond in living Mercy’s Mission and Values EEO Statement Mercy Health Services is sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) recruiting talent for Mercy Health Services, which serves the greater Baltimore Metro and surrounding Maryland areas.
