REGISTERED NURSE HIGH INTENSITY CARE UNIT (HICU)
Baltimore-MD-21201-United States
Registered Nurse – High Intensity Care Unit (HICU)
Location: Levindale Hospital, LifeBridge Health – Baltimore, MD
Schedule: Full-Time (Day or Night Shift, 12-hour shifts with weekend rotation)
Sign-On Bonus: Up to $10,000 based on experience
Shape the Future of Complex Care at Levindale Hospital
Join Levindale Hospital, part of LifeBridge Health, as a Registered Nurse in our High Intensity Care Unit (HICU) — a specialized unit providing complex, high-acuity care for patients recovering from acute brain injuries, respiratory failure, post-acute conditions, and other serious health challenges.
Levindale is known for its innovation in patient-centered care, collaborative clinical environment, and strong commitment to staff development. As part of LifeBridge Health, one of Maryland’s largest and most respected health systems, you’ll have access to exceptional resources and a supportive network of over 13,000 team members across five hospitals.
About the HICU at Levindale
- 20 semi-private rooms caring for up to 40 high-acuity patients
- Focused on advanced recovery and rehabilitation for patients with complex clinical needs
- Interdisciplinary team includes respiratory therapy, rehab, pharmacy, social work, and nutrition
- Nurses utilize critical care protocols, early symptom intervention, and family-centered approaches
- Collaborative, fast-paced environment with an emphasis on positive communication and learning
What You’ll Do
- Deliver safe, evidence-based, age-appropriate nursing care
- Operate advanced monitoring and life-support equipment, including ventilators, telemetry, and IV therapy
- Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to create and adjust individualized care plans
- Educate patients and families on goals of care and treatment processes
- Participate in unit-based quality improvement initiatives and mentoring opportunities
What We Offer
- Career advancement through our Nursing Clinical Ladder Program
- Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off (PTO), tuition assistance, retirement savings (403b with employer match), and mental health support
- Free parking and access to employee wellness programs
- Continuing education and certification support
- A culture focused on growth, inclusion, and meaningful work
Qualifications
Education
- Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred
Experience
- One to five years of critical care or high-acuity nursing experience preferred
- New RN graduates will be considered with strong clinical potential
Licensure & Certification
- Active Maryland Registered Nurse (RN) license
- American Heart Association BLS certification required
- ACLS certification required within one year of hire
Skills & Attributes
- Strong clinical judgment, organization, and critical thinking
- Ability to thrive in a high-acuity, fast-moving clinical environment
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
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