Job Opportunity – Critical Care Registered Nurse – Maryland
Start Date: October 19, 2026
Location: Maryland
Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants
Schedule: 36 guaranteed hours per week, 12-hour shifts with every other weekend rotation, 1:2 nurse-to-patient ratio, may float to IMC as needed
Highlights:
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Specialized critical care unit serving trauma, cardiovascular, stroke, and neuro patient populations
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Collaborative 24-bed ICU with 18 average daily census and comprehensive interdisciplinary support including pharmacy, respiratory services, physical therapy, and rapid response teams
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Epic EMR system utilized for all documentation and patient charting
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Extensive specialized equipment experience including CRRT, intra-aortic balloon pumps, and intraventricular drains (EVDs)
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24-hour orientation provided with structured onboarding process
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One pre-approved time-off request available during assignment
Requirements:
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Active RN license (pending licenses accepted)
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Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
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Minimum 3 years of critical care nursing experience preferred (strong candidates with 2+ years will be considered)
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Previous travel nursing experience required; first-time travelers not accepted
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Epic EMR experience required
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Experience with 1:2 patient ratios in critical care settings
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Charge nurse experience preferred
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Trauma Level I or II experience preferred
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COVID-19 and Flu vaccinations required (no exemptions)
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Must reside outside 50-mile local radius
Essential Clinical Skills:
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Advanced cardiac care: arterial line management, CVP monitoring, titration of cardiac and vasoactive drips, pre/post cardiac catheterization care
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Neurocritical care: ICP monitoring, external ventricular drains, post-craniotomy and neurosurgery management, traumatic brain injury care
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Respiratory support: ventilator management, BiPAP/CPAP, high-flow nasal cannula, care of ventilated and fresh tracheostomy patients
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Complex procedures: CRRT/CVVHD, IABP management, continuous IV sedation and paralytic administration
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Specialized interventions: blood product administration, central line and PICC management, chest tube assistance, lumbar drains
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Critical protocols: stroke management, hypothermia protocol/Arctic Sun, procedural sedation, IV insulin protocols
Patient Population:
This unit serves adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients with medical, surgical, trauma, cardiovascular, stroke, and neurological diagnoses requiring intensive monitoring and advanced interventions.
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
Join a high-acuity critical care team where you'll make a meaningful impact on patients requiring the highest level of nursing expertise. This position offers exposure to diverse and complex patient populations including trauma, cardiovascular, stroke, and neuro cases, providing exceptional professional growth opportunities. You'll work alongside dedicated specialists with comprehensive interdisciplinary support, utilizing cutting-edge technology and evidence-based protocols to deliver outstanding patient outcomes.
