What are the responsibilities and job description for the New Grad RN, Observation Unit position at University of Maryland Medical System?
Job Requirements
General Summary
This role is considered for the new graduate or nurse with less than 12 months experience. 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 Nurse Residency Program and 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.
II. 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/Care Delivery
Work Experience
Full-Time Days (7am-7:30pm) Pay Range: $37.75/hr.
Other Compensation (if applicable): Shift Differential
Up to $12,000 Sign-on Bonus; restrictions may apply
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General Summary
This role is considered for the new graduate or nurse with less than 12 months experience. 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 Nurse Residency Program and 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.
II. 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/Care Delivery
- Focus of clinical practice/care delivery and on own learning.
- Uses/applies evidence-based practice, accesses appropriate resources.
- Follows unit based protocols, documentation, pathways, etc
- Involves patient and family in care; follows model of care delivery guidelines.
- Conducts patient/family needs assessment; initiates and documents patient/family education, seeks guidance in advocating the patient/family needs when appropriate.
- Delivers care consistent with unit operations to ensure safe, timely, effective, efficient, equitable, patient centered care.
- Responsible for accessing education applicable to own professional development; focus on completion of competencies appropriate for patient care setting.
- Successful completion of orientation.
- Accountable for achieving/maintaining requirements for unit practice.
- Assists with precepting students, unlicensed assistive personnel or peer for isolated days (not accountable for entire orientation); may assist with share days or shadow days.
- Completes CE’s on an annual basis based on the facility minimum requirements.
Work 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.
- Current AHA BLS certification required.
- Basic computer skills are required.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Full-Time Days (7am-7:30pm) Pay Range: $37.75/hr.
Other Compensation (if applicable): Shift Differential
Up to $12,000 Sign-on Bonus; restrictions may apply
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.
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