
RN - Stroke/ Telemetry - Full Time - Dayshift
72 hrs. biweekly - 630am - 7pm
Up to $10,000 Sign on Bonus!
Our team on 5 South is currently hiring for nurses who are looking to work in a fast- paced, patient- centered environment! 5 South is a 28-bed General Medical, Telemetry, and Stroke unit that provides specialized care for a variety of patients, while working collaboratively with our dedicated team of nursing assistants and physicians. Nurses on 5 South play an essential role in providing high-quality care in a unit that handles everything from stroke management to medication administration, blood transfusions, and more.
Why 5 South?
Diverse Care: Treat patients with a wide range of needs, including stroke care, telemetry, and general medical treatment.
Expertise: Our hospital has been certified since 2007 as a Primary Stroke Center by the Maryland Institute for Emergency Medical Services. Nurses on our team specialize in medication administration including PCA/PCEA, intravenous therapy, oxygen therapy, blood transfusions, wound care, and the use and maintenance of specialized equipment.
Collaboration: We work as a unified team with each other and with our patients, families, and other healthcare professionals, to provide the best care possible.
Integrity: We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of ethics, confidentiality, and honesty while maintaining a happy to help mentality in every interaction.
Requirements:
Education - ASN required. BSN Preferred. Previously grandfathered active RN’s who graduated from an accredited nursing school as a Diploma RN will continue to have ASN requirement waived.
Experience - Minimum of one year of experience in a hospital setting required.
Licensure/Certification - Specialty certification recognized by the Magnet Recognition Program™ preferred. Current license to practice as Registered Nurse in the State of Maryland, or if resident of a state that participates in Nurse Multi-State Compact agreement, holds Registered Nurse License from that state that is designated as "Compact" or "Multi-State Privilege" using primary source verification and provides additional documentation as required by the Maryland Board of Nursing. RN License from a compact state with a designation of "Single State" does not meet the requirement and nurse must obtain a Maryland license. Specialty certification preferred.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities - Ability to apply the standards of professional nursing practice with compassion and empathy. Basic computer skills required. Must possess a high level of organization 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:
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.

Meritus Health, Western Maryland’s largest healthcare 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 250 volunteers, Meritus Health serves over 200,000 residents of the tristate region. Meritus Medical Center has 327 beds and Meritus Medical group has over 160 providers.