Registered Nurse- Nurse Residency Program

Nurse Residency Program- New Grads Welcome to Apply!

Multiple Full-time Specialties Available, 12-hour shifts (see below)

About Meritus:

Meritus Health, western Maryland’s largest health care provider, is located at the crossroads of western Maryland, southern Pennsylvania and the eastern panhandle of West Virginia. With over 3,000 employees, 500 medical staff members and 240 volunteers, Meritus Health serves about 200,000 residents of the tristate region. We are a level III trauma center and certified stroke center.

Meritus Medical Center, the flagship facility of the health system, has more than 300 beds and is a Joint Commission accredited hospital. Meritus Medical Center has officially become a teaching hospital, serving as a clinical training site for the Meritus Family Medicine Residency Program, as well as for more than 1,000 nursing and allied health students annually.

About our Residency Program:

Our residency program is a unique experience to jumpstart your career as a Registered Nurse, knowing and anticipating your needs and challenges in your first year of nursing practice. Our 12-month program compliments the nurse/preceptor relationship and gives you the tools you need establish your foundation in the profession.

Meritus Medical Center utilizes The Vizient/AACN Nursing Residency ProgramTM which is trusted by more than 550 hospitals and health systems nationwide, and adopted as the state model for Hawaii, Maryland, and Pennsylvania, the Vizient/AACN Nurse Residency ProgramTM (NRP) focuses on new graduate nurses as they enter practice resulting in a retention rate of 91.5% vs the national average of 82.5%.

Come be a part of a program that supports your professional growth from day one! We offer opportunities across a variety of specialty units, including orthopedics, neurology, trauma, oncology, renal, stroke, women’s and pediatric services, float pool, and more. Apply today to connect with our nursing recruiter and explore available opportunities.

Fast Facts:

• All newly licensed Registered Nurses start at $34.75/hour with excellent benefits, shift differentials, tuition reimbursement, and continuing education opportunities
• Unlimited growth potential, including certification pay and a nursing ladder
• The program is designed to ease the transition of newly graduated nurses from the classroom to the clinical practice environment, promoting quality, safety, and reducing turnover rates for first-year nurses

Financial Support Program for newly graduated nurses:  

• Meritus is extending a helping hand to new graduate nurses burdened by student loans by offering eligible employees $455 per month for 33 payments, totaling over $15,000!
• These monthly payments are disbursed directly to the employee and are classified as taxable income.
• To qualify, employees must maintain a workload of at least .9 full-time equivalent (FTE) and have obtained their undergraduate degree within the past 6 months.
• Further terms and conditions may be applicable.

Requirements

• Education - Graduation from an accredited nursing program 
• Licensure/Certification - Current license as a Registered Nurse in the state of Maryland or by Compact required. CPR required.
• Knowledge/Skills/Abilities – Ability to apply the standards of professional nursing practice with compassion and empathy. Basic computer skills required. Must possess high level of organizational 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.