Rapid Response Registered Nurse (Georgetown)

Rapid Response Registered Nurse (Georgetown)

MedStar Georgetown is currently hiring full-time nurses for the Rapid Response Team (RRT). The RRT is a team of nurses and advanced practiced providers who will ensure the management and implementation of advanced critical care nursing during acute patient situations outside of the adult Intensive care units.

The team utilizes a coordinated plan to provide emergency care and / or resuscitation, immediate evaluation, and prompt disposition of in patients, when indicated.

The goal of early intervention during clinical deterioration is to improve outcomes.

At MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, we are committed to creating a world-class healthcare environment. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of patients and advancing your career in a dynamic healthcare setting, we encourage you to explore this exciting opportunity with us.

Shift

• Full-time; Rotating Shift (50 / 50 Day Night) or Night Shift
• Part-time and Per diem positions may be available, based on staffing needs

Schedule :

Three 12-hour shifts / week

Self-scheduling, six-week schedules

Benefits :

Competitive salaries plus differentials

20 Days of Paid Time Off per year plus personal time / holidays

Education / Tuition assistance

Relocation reimbursement

Generous Total Rewards Benefits Package

Matched Retirement Savings Plan

Specialized training opportunities with one-on-one preceptorship

Nationally renowned Nursing Wellbeing Program

Requirements :

• Minimum two years full-time critical care experience required.
• Rapid response team experience preferred.
• ACLS required upon hire.
• CCRN preferred.

Education :

Associate's degree in Nursing from an accredited academic nursing program required. Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited academic nursing program preferred.

If prepared at the associate degree in nursing level, required to enroll in a BSN program within 6 months of hire date and completion within 3 years.

Experience :

Minimum two years full-time critical care experience required. *Rapid response team experience preferred.*

License / Certifications : RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and / or Compact State Licensure in the state or jurisdiction of the facility seeking employment required.

CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation (includes BLS and NRP) for healthcare providers from either the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross within 90 Days required.

Additional unit / specialty certifications may vary by department or business unit.

ACLS required upon hire. CCRN preferred.

C-EFM - Electronic Fetal Monitoring from the National Certification Corporation (NCC) is required for Perinatal nurses (labor and delivery, antepartum, antenatal testing) within 12 months from date of hire.

New graduate nurses or new to specialty nurses (labor and delivery, antepartum, antenatal testing) will have 15 months from date of hire to obtain the EFM certification.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities : Basic math skills. Verbal and written communication skills. Basic computer skills required.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Contributes to the achievement of established department goals and objectives and adheres to department policies, procedures, quality standards, safety standards, and MedStar SPIRIT Values.

Complies with governmental and accreditation regulations.

• Collects and analyzes significant patient's information that pertains to physical, psychological, socio-cultural, economic, spiritual, and life-style behaviors and efficiently leveraging available technology.
• Functions autonomously providing relationship-based care that promotes continuous, consistent, efficient and accountable delivery of nursing care using the nursing process with a favorable focus on patient experience.
• Identifies current and potential complex problems of specific patient populations, critically analyzes trends and changes in patient status, and plans appropriate interventions.
• Incorporates evidence-based practice and research into patient care delivery, with a focus on quality and safety.
• Serves as a patient advocate by independently communicating clinical concerns, including ethical decisions, in a timely manner to other members of the interdisciplinary team.
• Identifies patient and family needs prior to discharge. Initiates and monitors discharge planning activities in collaboration with other members of the interdisciplinary team.
• Independently identifies resources and strategies to enhance professional growth and development and commits to lifelong learning.

This position has a hiring range of $38.00 - r$63.30