Nelson 5/Medical Progressive Care Unit
Find out more about this role by reading the information below, then apply to be considered.
The
Medical Progressive Care Unit
at The Johns Hopkins Hospital is a 21-bed high acuity step-down unit, caring for critically ill adult medical patients. Patient population includes those with complex organ disease, requiring mechanical ventilation, vasoactive drips, and continuous monitoring. Common medical diagnoses include sepsis, respiratory failure, GI bleed, liver failure, and DKA. This is a highly skilled floor, from which new staff will gain instrumental experience. Nurse to patient ratios are 2:1 or 3:1 depending on acuity. There is opportunity for growth on the MPCU, regardless of where you are in your career! Here, you’ll care for patients with complex organ diseases requiring ventilators, vasoactive drips, continuous monitoring, and a wide range of conditions, from sepsis and respiratory failure to GI bleeds, liver failure, and DKA.
What truly sets
MPCU
apart is our unwavering commitment to your professional growth. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to advance, we invest in our nurses through continuous learning, mentorship, and fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion. Here, your development matters, and you’ll be part of a team that supports you every step of the way. If you’re ready to begin a fulfilling career where you belong and grow,
MPCU
is the perfect place to start. Join us and be part of something extraordinary!
The
Johns Hopkins Hospital
has been at the forefront of discovery, innovation, and medical advances for over 125 years. Our reputation for excellence has earned us a spot on U.S. News & World Report’s Best Hospitals list for over two decades. We believe that the commitment from our entire professional staff is one of the primary reasons we can continually set the standard of excellence in patient care, both in our community and around the world. Renowned for our specialty services and innovative clinical advances, we strive to make The Johns Hopkins Hospital an exceptional place to work, learn and advance your career.
Top Reasons to Choose this unit at Johns Hopkins Hospital
Just received 5th magnet designation – top 5 percent of all organizations nationally
Reimbursement for on-campus nursing classes/certifications
1-hour lunch breaks
Resources: Charge Nurse and Resource RN out of the numbers for support
RISE Restorative Space (off unit) – Massage chairs, art therapy room, tune table
Wellness Program with $1000.00 bonus for full participation
Nursing loan repayment program of $5200/annually for 3 years
Shift: Full-time 12-hour rotating day/night shifts with self-scheduling
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Requirements:
Baccalaureate degree, in nursing from an accredited School of Nursing, preferred. Applicants with an Associate Degree in nursing will be considered. per nursing guidelines, must matriculate to Bachelors of Nursing program.
Active BLS via AHA, American Red Cross or Military Training Network at time of hire
Active Maryland RN or Compact License at time of hire
Important Notices:
*Authorization to Work: Applicants who require sponsorship now or in the future will not be considered for this position.
Salary Range: Minimum 38.49/hour - Maximum 59.66/hour. Compensation will be commensurate with equity and experience for roles of similar scope and responsibility.
In cases where the range is displayed as a $0 amount, salary discussions will occur during candidate screening calls, before any subsequent compensation discussion is held between the candidate and any hiring authority.
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Diversity and Inclusion are Johns Hopkins Medicine Core Values. We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, where we embrace and celebrate our differences, where all employees feel valued, contribute to our mission of serving the community, and engage in equitable healthcare delivery and workforce practices.
Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are drug-free workplace employers.
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