Registered Nurse Emergency Department (Georgetown)

About MedStar Georgetown University Hospital's Emergency Department

This is the perfect time to come join our outstanding Emergency Department team in our brand-new Verstandig Pavilion. Situated on Georgetown's campus, this 477,000-square-foot Medical and Surgical building boasts an array of cutting-edge features designed to elevate patient care to new heights.

Why Join Us :

State-of-the-Art Facilities : The Verstandig Pavilion is equipped with all-private inpatient rooms and the latest medical technology, ensuring an optimal environment for both patients and healthcare professionals.

Modernized Emergency Department : Our newly expanded and modernized ED includes a fast-track area, separate ambulance entrance, and 32 private treatment / exam rooms, facilitating efficient and high-quality patient care.

Specialized Surgical Capabilities : The Pavilion features new Operating Rooms with advanced surgical visualization capabilities, providing an innovative setting for surgical excellence.

Rooftop Helipad : Direct access to our ICUs and ED via a rooftop helipad, allowing for swift and seamless patient transfers.

Convenient Amenities : A three-level parking structure on-site ensures hassle-free accessibility, and 6 acres of expansive green space provide a calming and inviting environment.

We believe in fostering a collaborative and world-class healthcare environment. By joining our team at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, you'll have the opportunity to work in a state-of-the-art facility and deliver world-class care to our patients.

If you are passionate about making a difference in healthcare and are ready to contribute to an exceptional team, we encourage you to explore this exciting opportunity with us.

Schedule :

• Full-time and Per Diem positions available
• Self-scheduling; Six Week Schedules
• Fixed Shifts (Day / Night / Mid Shifts) based on availability
• Set scheduled / Night-shift available for Triage / Waiting Room Flex Nurse!

Benefits :

• Competitive salaries plus differentials
• Free on-campus parking
• 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

Position Summary

Professional care provider who assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates the nursing care of patients from admission through discharge.

In collaboration with the patient and family, provides theory-based professional nursing care and coordinates care delivery with various members of the interdisciplinary team.

Minimum Qualifications

Education : Bachelor of Science in Nursing from an accredited nursing program preferred. Associates degree from an accredited School of nursing required.

BSN enrollment required within 6 months of start date and completion within 3 years.

Experience : 1 year of RN experience required.

License / Certifications : DC Registered Nurse License required; CPR (Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation) required.

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 - $63.30