Registered Nurse Jobs in Maryland

Registered Nurse jobs in Maryland draw consistent demand across the state's robust hospital networks, academic medical centers, and growing outpatient sector, with openings at every level from new graduate to senior charge nurse. Baltimore, the D.C. suburbs of Montgomery and Prince George's counties, and Annapolis are the primary hiring hubs, where anchors like Johns Hopkins Health System, University of Maryland Medical System, and MedStar Health maintain large, ongoing needs. Critical care, med-surg, and emergency nursing are the most in-demand specialties across Maryland listings. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles49
Top employerUniversity of Maryland Medical System
Top cityBaltimore, MD
Cities hiring22
Work type67% On-site
Top industryEducation

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American Traveler
Travel RN - Telemetry - Intermediate Care
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American Traveler
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Travel RN - Telemetry - Intermediate Care
American Traveler
Glen Burnie, Maryland
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
BLS Certification
501-1,000

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American Traveler
Travel RN - Med/Surg Tele
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American Traveler
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Travel RN - Med/Surg Tele
American Traveler
Largo, Maryland
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
BLS Certification
501-1,000

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American Traveler
Travel RN - Med/Surg Tele
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American Traveler
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Travel RN - Med/Surg Tele
American Traveler
Bel Air, Maryland
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
BLS Certification
501-1,000

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American Traveler
Travel RN - ICU
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American Traveler
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Travel RN - ICU
American Traveler
Glen Burnie, Maryland
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Managed Registered Nurses (RNs)
501-1,000

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American Traveler
Travel RN - Med/Surg - Infusion
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American Traveler
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Travel RN - Med/Surg - Infusion
American Traveler
Clinton, Maryland
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
BLS Certification
501-1,000

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Registered Nurse Jobs by City in Maryland

Where Maryland roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Silver Spring
7 jobs
Glen Burnie
4 jobs
Largo
3 jobs
Bel Air
2 jobs
Clinton
2 jobs
Columbia
2 jobs
Bowie
1 job
Jessup
1 job

Registered Nurse Job Market in Maryland

A snapshot from current Maryland openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

University of Maryland Medical System
University of Maryland Medical System7 open roles
American Traveler
American Traveler5 open roles
Holy Cross Health
Holy Cross Health5 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education
  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Maryland Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in registered nurse jobs across Maryland.

  • Active registered nurse license issued or recognized by the Maryland Board of Nursing
  • Graduation from an accredited associate or bachelor of science in nursing program
  • Current BLS certification required, with ACLS preferred for critical care and emergency roles
  • Minimum one year of clinical nursing experience in an acute care or hospital setting
  • Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work within interdisciplinary care teams

Registered Nurse Jobs in Maryland: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a registered nurse in Maryland?

You become a registered nurse in Maryland by completing an accredited nursing program, either an associate degree in nursing or a bachelor of science in nursing, then passing the NCLEX-RN exam. The Maryland Board of Nursing issues the state license and oversees application, background checks, and endorsement for nurses already licensed in other states. Maryland also participates in the Nurse Licensure Compact, allowing compact-state license holders to practice without a separate Maryland application in many cases.

How much do registered nurses make in Maryland?

Registered nurses in Maryland earn a median of about $99,790 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $76,780 for the lowest 10% to over $124,790 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire registered nurses in Maryland?

Maryland registered nurse roles are posted by University of Maryland Medical System, American Traveler, and Holy Cross Health and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Maryland's concentration of large academic medical systems and regional hospital networks means full-time and per-diem openings are available across a wide range of specialties and shifts throughout the state.

Which Maryland cities have the most registered nurse jobs?

Baltimore, Silver Spring, and Glen Burnie have the most registered nurse openings in Maryland right now. Baltimore leads because it anchors the state's largest hospital systems and academic medical centers, while the D.C. suburban counties benefit from dense population growth and the presence of major regional health networks, making suburban postings nearly as active as the city itself.

Are there remote registered nurse jobs in Maryland?

Yes, but they're rare. Registered nursing is a hands-on clinical role, so the overwhelming majority of positions require on-site work in hospitals, clinics, or care facilities. About 33% of registered nurse openings tied to Maryland are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those that exist tend to be in utilization review, case management, or telephonic triage rather than bedside care.

How can I get hired as a registered nurse in Maryland with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is a new graduate nurse residency program, which Johns Hopkins Health System, University of Maryland Medical System, and MedStar Health all run on a rolling or cohort basis throughout the year. These structured programs place new graduates in med-surg, telemetry, or general medical units and provide supervised clinical development before independent assignment. Candidates with a current Maryland Board of Nursing license, BLS certification, and a completed clinical practicum in a Maryland facility have a clear advantage in the application process.

Where can I find and apply to registered nurse jobs in Maryland?

You can find and apply to registered nurse jobs in Maryland on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring across the state right now. Search the listings to find roles that fit your specialty, shift preference, and location, then apply directly to the ones that match your experience and credentials.

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