Registered Nurse; RN - Emergency Services

Registered Nurse (RN) - Emergency Services

Job Category: Nursing

Requisition Number: REGIS
012435

• Full-Time
• Hourly Range: $34.75 USD to $53.50 USD

Meritus Medical Center
11116 Medical Campus Road
Hagerstown, MD 21742, USA

Registered Nurse (RN) - Emergency Department

Full and Part Time - Up to $30,000 Sign On Bonus

At Meritus, you’ll be part of an elite team committed to excellence in emergency care, innovation, and compassionate patient‑centered service. If you are a nurse that is ready to take your career to the next level, join us today!

Our fast‑paced Emergency Department is a MIEMSS Designated Level III Trauma Center, Primary Stroke Center, and Cardiac Interventional Center. We provide advanced emergency care to approximately 72,000 patients annually, including 3,800 trauma cases, utilizing cutting‑edge technology and expertise. We specialize in the emergency treatment and stabilization of a broad spectrum of illnesses and injuries, including multi‑system trauma, life‑threatening medical conditions, general medical‑surgical emergencies, orthopedic and neurological injuries, minor trauma, and psychiatric crises for both adult and pediatric patients.

RNs in the ED benefit from:

• A Collaborative and Innovative Academic Environment – Work alongside physicians, fellow‑trained trauma surgeons, and emergency medicine experts in a fast‑paced, high‑acuity setting that fosters teamwork and professional growth.
• Comprehensive Compensation & Benefits – Enjoy competitive pay, shift differentials, excellent benefits, and tuition and specialty certification reimbursement to support your career development.
• Specialized Training Opportunities – We are an ENA‑designated on‑site training center for Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) and Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (ENPC) certifications.
• A robust forensic nurse program dedicated to providing specialized care for victims of violence.
• Award Winning Facility – Silver Beacon of Excellence in Critical Care Unit, Certified Primary Stroke Center, MIEMSS designated Cardiac Intervention Center, and Silver Quality Achievement Award for STEMI patient outcomes.

Requirements:

• Education – ASN required. BSN preferred.
• Experience – Minimum of one year of experience in a hospital setting.
• Licensure/Certification – Specialty certification recognized by the Magnet Recognition Program™ preferred. Current license to practice as Registered Nurse in the State of Maryland, or if resident of a state that participates in the 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. Specialty certification preferred.
• Knowledge/Skills/Abilities – 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.

Caring for Our Team

We are committed to supporting the well‑being and professional development of our team members through a comprehensive benefits package, which includes:

• 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 to provide peace of mind.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) – A generous PTO program designed to help you recharge and maintain a healthy work‑life balance.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Benefit from a robust company match to support your long‑term financial goals.
• Education Assistance & Tuition Reimbursement – Support for your continued learning and career growth.
• 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.

Happy to Help

At Meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen and to be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality‑driven closures, and are always Happy to Help.

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