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Registered Nurse (RN) Surgical/5 West
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What they do
A Registered Nurse provides medical care and treatment, educates patients about their conditions, and provides emotional support to patients and families. Works in hospitals, schools, clinics or community health centers. Works under the supervision of a physician or other specialist, and serves as the primary point of care for patients in a hospital setting. May specialize in emergency room work, or treatment for a particular condition, or specialize in working with infants, the elderly or other patient groups. May work as an advanced practice specialists and prescribe medications in addition to offering specialty care.
$84,095 / year median in Maryland
+10% projected growth
Job Description
Registered Nurse (RN) Surgical/5 West MedStar Health $36.50 - $60.34 /Hr. paid time off, tuition assistance, relocation assistance United States, Maryland, Olney 18101 Prince Philip Drive (Show on map) Sep 03, 2026
About the Job Unit Highlights
The 5 West Surgical Unit has the capacity to serve up to (20) patients with a focus on a variety of surgical specialty patients. Many of these patientshaveelective surgeries and are discharged within 1-2 days of their procedure.
These specialties include but are not limited to: Orthopedic, Bariatric, General Surgery, Vascular Surgery, and Spinal Surgery. Staff are uniquely trained to work with these patients as they are educated in general post-operative patient care as well as the aspects of each specialty care domain. Staff on this unit will work closely with the multi-disciplinary team which includes: PACU staff, Attending Surgical Providers, Surgical Physician Assistants, Hospitalists, Physical Therapy/Rehab, Respiratory Therapy, and of course Nursing.
This unit follows the standard for medical/surgical nursing staff to patientratio'sthat are in place across our Medstar Enterprise. The staff also enjoy collaboration with fully functional Patient CareTechnicianswhich assist in facilitating patient care activities in collaboration with the RN. We offer all private patient rooms and are currently updating and refreshing all rooms to promote a positive, healing environment.
Staff will enjoy flexible scheduling options as well as an environment that supports our Medstar Spirit Values of Teamwork, Service, and Patient First.
Available Positions:
Full-time 7:00pm-7:00am Key Responsibilities As a Clinical Nurse, you will provide skilled, compassionate care to patients and families across a spectrum of needs-from routine to highly complex. You will assess evolving patient conditions, identify actual and potential health concerns, and develop appropriate care plans. Interventions may be delivered directly or coordinated through collaboration with other members of the nursing team Nursing Benefits Nationally recognized nurse wellbeing resources
Comprehensive health benefit plans
Generous paid time off and flex scheduling options
Retirement plans with match
Tuition assistance to advance your education
Systemwide referral bonus program-up to $6,000 for each RN and up to $4,000 for each LPN that joins MedStar Health
Relocation assistance up to $5,000
Free parking for associates Qualifications ADN, BSN, MSN, or CNL from an accredited School of Nursing required.
One year of RN experience.
Active MD RN License or Active Compact State RN and Basic Life Support for Healthcare providers required (AHA or American Red Cross). This position has a hiring range of USD $36.50 - USD $60.34 /Hr.