Registered Nurse Observation Unit

As a Registered Nurse in the Observation Unit at MedStar Health, you’ll provide high-quality, patient-centered care to adults requiring short-term monitoring and treatment. You will perform comprehensive assessments, administer medications, implement evidence-based care plans, and closely monitor patient status to identify changes in condition. You’ll collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, and interdisciplinary teams to coordinate safe, timely discharges or admissions. MedStar offers robust clinical training, support for professional development, shared governance, and opportunities to precept and lead quality-improvement initiatives in a mission-driven, community-focused system. Provide comprehensive nursing assessments and continuous monitoring for observation patients Administer medications, treatments, and interventions per provider orders and unit protocols Interpret and respond to cardiac monitoring and vital sign changes, escalating concerns promptly Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary team members to develop and adjust care plans Coordinate safe, timely discharges or admissions based on patient response and clinical criteria Educate patients and families on diagnoses, medications, and post-discharge care instructions Document all care, assessments, and communications accurately in the EHR Participate in quality-improvement, safety initiatives, and evidence-based practice projects Precept or mentor new nurses and support staff as appropriate Uphold MedStar Health standards for patient safety, service excellence, and compassionate care Acute care nursing Patient assessment Medication administration Cardiac monitoring IV therapy and venipuncture Care planning and care coordination Electronic Health Record (EHR) documentation Patient and family education Emergency response (rapid response/code participation) Discharge planning and transition of care Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance 401k Active RN license in state of practice (e.g., Maryland) Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred Basic Life Support (BLS) required Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) required or obtained within defined timeframe Telemetry/cardiac rhythm interpretation competency Previous acute care or step-down/telemetry experience preferred