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Registered Nurse/Graduate Nurse-Acute Cardiac

Holy Cross Health

Silver Spring, Maryland

Health system employer

$38.92–$55.68/hr

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Posted Aug 31, 2026 · Last seen active Sep 1, 2026

What the listing says

Base pay
Pay Range: $38.92 – $55.68
Shift
Rotating Shift
Weekends, holidays, call
Rotating Shift · Shift: Rotating shift – with weekend and holiday rotation

About this role

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Employment Type: Full time Shift: Rotating Shift Description: Job Title: Registered Nurse/Graduate Nurse - Acute/Cardiac Employment Type: Full-time / 36 hours weekly Shift: Rotating shift – with weekend and holiday rotation Location: Silver Spring, Maryland Position Purpose Reporting to the Director, the Registered Nurse (RN) must demonstrate the passion to provide bedside care to a diverse and acutely ill population of patients. The Registered Nurse should possess the knowledge and skill of how-to safety apply the nursing process to assess, plan and evaluate the care of patients with various health conditions. As a Registered Nurse you will: • Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to support patient-centered continuum of care. • Ability to communicate variances from patient goals and advocate on behalf of patient. • Maintain accurate and timely healthcare records. • Administer medications to patients, provide education and monitor for efficacy and side effects. • Assess, monitor, report and record patient condition and pertinent changes. • Design, implement and evaluate patient nursing care plans with healthcare team. • Educates patients and family throughout stay and in preparation for discharge. Minimum Qualifications: Required: • Graduation from an accredited nursing program; basic professional nursing degree required (BSN preferred). Note, if the BSN or MSN degree is not present on hire, the employee must sign an agreement to obtain a within a specific time frame. • Current licensure by the Maryland State Board of Nursing or Compact State as a Registered Nurse. • BLS certification (issued through the American Heart Association). • Superb interpersonal, communication and collaboration abilities. • Competency in electronic patient management systems. Preferred: • BSN or MSN preferred • At least 1 year of nursing experience in an acute care setting highly preferred. Will take a graduate nurse and train. Position Highlights and Benefits: • Comprehensive benefit packages, including medical, dental, vision, mental health, paid time off, 403B, education assistance and voluntary benefits (pet insurance, accident insurance, hospital indemnity and others) available from the first day of employment for Full& Part-Time colleagues. • Work/Life balance with flexible schedules. • Free parking. • Our mission and core values are what drive each member of Trinity Health to support each other, communicate openly and respectfully while embracing a culture that nurtures a healing, safe environment for all. • Referral Rewards Program Pay Range: $38.92 – $55.68. Pay is based on experience, skills and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location. About us: Holy Cross Health is a Catholic, not-for-profit health system that serves the two most populous counties in Maryland, Montgomery and Prince George’s, with a commitment to being the most trusted provider of health-care services in the area. Founded in 1963 by the Sisters of the Holy Cross, Holy Cross Health is a member of Trinity Health of Livonia, Michigan. Holy Cross Hospital, in Silver Spring, is one of the largest hospitals in Maryland, and Holy Cross Germantown Hospital is the first hospital in the nation built on a community college campus, enhanced by an educational partnership. The Holy Cross Health Network operates primary-care practices and affordable health centers, and offers a wide range of innovative, community-based health and wellness programs. Specialty care, home care and hospice services round out Holy Cross Health’s high-quality and coordinated continuum of care that aims to improve health and let you live life on your own terms. Holy Cross Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to Minority/Females/disabled/Veteran (M/F/D/V) status. Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Requirements

  • Acute care
  • Care plan evaluation
  • Nursing
  • Patient progress tracking
  • Hospital medicine
  • Electronic health records (EHR) management
  • RN License
  • Hourly pay

About the employer

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Holy Cross Health
Health system employer

Holy Cross Health is a healthcare system based in Silver Spring, Maryland, operating under the domain holycrosshealth.org. The organization includes Holy Cross Health Partners and offers services spanning primary care offices, emergency rooms, and acute inpatient care across multiple care…

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What reviewers appreciate

  • On-site nurse educator providing direct educational support on the IMC unit
  • Acute/Critical Care course offered for nurses new to acute inpatient populations
  • Patient lift assist equipment installed in all rooms on the IMC unit, supporting safe patient handling

What reviewers flag

  • Management rated lowest among sub-categories at 3.4 out of 5 on Indeed, suggesting potential leadership concerns
  • Job security and advancement rated 3.6 out of 5, the second-lowest sub-rating on Indeed
  • High-acuity patient population with complex comorbidities may contribute to demanding workload on the IMC unit
patient-centeredcollaborativehigh-acuitydiverse patient populationeducational supportinterdisciplinary teamwork

Living in Silver Spring, MD

Silver Spring sits just north of Washington, D.C., blending suburban comfort with urban energy. Its revitalized downtown offers diverse dining, arts, and entertainment, while nearby Sligo Creek Park provides a leafy retreat. Nurses enjoy proximity to major healthcare systems and a straightforward commute into the capital.

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State price level · Maryland
5% above the national average
State index 105.0 (100 = national)
Median gross rent
$1,913/mo
rent and tenant-paid utilities
Median household income
$99,860/yr
all local households, not nurse pay

U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024

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Cardiac is a specialty you move into. Start on tele or stepdown; cath lab and CVICU usually come later.

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