Graduate Nurse (RN) - New to Practice
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This posting states $39.42 an hour. Open registered nurse jobs in Maryland post a median of $46 an hour, the middle half $41–$49.10, across 895 jobs that state their pay, so this one is below the middle half of what they post. Registered nurses employed in Maryland earn a median of $47.98 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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About the job
About the Job
Job Summary
The Graduate Nurse (GN) is responsible for the provision of nursing care under the direction and supervision of a Registered Professional Nurse (RN). The GN applies the nursing process and performs delegated functions in accordance with applicable laws and regulations and MedStar Health philosophy, policies, procedures, and standards. In collaboration with the patient and family, provides theory-based nursing care and coordinates care delivery with various members of the interdisciplinary team.
What's in it for me?
Substantial comprehensive benefits (two medical plans, dental, vision, 403((b) retirement plan with matching, generous PTO, wellness days and 7 holidays, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, etc.
Free parking for associates at all 4 hospitals
System-wide nurse referral bonus program - earn up to $6000 per referral
Relocation assistance up to $3500 if you live 50 miles away from your location
Career growth opportunities galore as we are part of a 10-bed hospital system with 300 outpatient locations
It's how we treat people: this organization is truly committed to employee and nurse wellness as well as diversity and inclusion.
Clinical Advancement Program (CAP): RNs with higher education and certifications have a chance to get more involved in shared governance, advance their professional expertise with presentations and earn more on top of their base rate.
High Reliability Organization (HRO): MedStar is an HRO. HROs thrive because their leadership takes charge of the culture, engages staff, promotes a culture of safety, and embeds continuous learning and improvement processes into the everyday lives of everyone within the organization. You can read more about HROs in healthcare here: https://www.centerfortransforminghealthcare.org/high-reliability-in-health-care/.
Minimum Qualifications
Associate degree in nursing is required
Satisfactory reference from the school of nursing attended
Pursuit of a license as a registered nurse in the State of Maryland or District of Columbia is required within 90 days of start date.
BLS is required. (NOTE: must stop practicing immediately as a GN if fails NCLEX licensure examination).
What We Offer
Culture- Collaborative, inclusive, diverse, and supportive work environment.
Career growth- Career mentoring to help you pursue your passions and gain skills to enhance your value.
Wellbeing- Competitive salary and Total Rewards benefits to help keep you happy and healthy.
Reputation- Regional & National recognition, advanced technology, and leading medical innovations.
This position has a hiring range of
USD $39.42 - USD $39.42 /Hr.
From MedStar Health's job posting, checked 13 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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