Responsibilities

6 month Assignment - 3 x 12 hrs shifts per week - (Nights or AM/PM) $70 PER HOURPLUS $4 TO $8 SHIFT DIFF PER HOUR

About GW Hospital

The George Washington University Hospital is a 395-bed tertiary care, academic medical center located in downtown Washington, DC. Featuring a Level I Trauma Center and a Level III NICU, GW Hospital offers clinical expertise in a variety of areas including cardiac, cancer, neurosciences, womens health, and advanced surgery including robotic and minimally invasive surgery. The mission of GW Hospital is to provide the highest quality health care, advanced medical technology and world-class service to its patients in an academic medical center dedicated to education and research. For more information, visit gwhospital.com. Physicians are independent practitioners who are not employees or agents of The George Washington University Hospital. The hospital shall not be liable for actions or treatments provided by physicians.

Job Summary

Are you a dedicated and experienced Cardiovascular Stepdown Registered Nurse seeking an exciting opportunity in the heart of Washington, D.C.? The George Washington University Hospital invites passionate and skilled nurses to join our renowned healthcare team. If you are committed to providing exceptional patient care and are ready to contribute to a leading academic medical center, we encourage you to apply .

Schedule: 3 x 12 hours shifts per week (AM/PM)

Responsibilities Patient Care: Deliver compassionate and evidence-based nursing care to critically ill patients in the unit. Monitoring: Utilize advanced monitoring technology to assess and interpret vital signs, cardiac rhythms, and other relevant data. Respond promptly to changes in patient status. Collaboration: Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team, including physicians, respiratory therapists, and other healthcare professionals, to ensure comprehensive and effective patient care. Critical Thinking: Apply advanced critical thinking skills in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care plans for complex medical conditions. Advocacy: Serve as an advocate for patients and their families, providing emotional support and ensuring their needs are met throughout the care journey. Documentation: Maintain accurate and detailed patient records, including nursing assessments, interventions, and outcomes. Education: Provide patient and family education on medical conditions, treatment plans, and post-discharge care. Quality Improvement: Actively participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes and contribute to the ongoing improvement of nursing practices within the unit.

Qualifications

BSN or currently enrolled. DC RN License, or eligibility Critical Care experience: 2 year full time experience TCAR BLS A CLS Commitment to our culture that Every Moment Matters Commitment to the surrounding community THE GEORGE WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL DESIGNATED A BEST REGIONAL HOSPITAL BY U.S. NEWS & WORLD REPORT

Washington, D.C. July 16, 2024 -- The George Washington University Hospital (GW Hospital) continues to be a leader in providing the highest level of quality and compassionate healthcare for the D.C. Region. U.S. News & World Report has just released the 2024-2025 ratings and rankings, in which GW Hospital is recognized as a Best Regional Hospital . GW Hospital ranks 4th in the region , which includes hospitals in D.C. and parts of Maryland, Virginia and West Virginia.

GW Hospital achieved high performingstatus in six specialty areas: Neurology and Neurosurgery; Orthopedics; Pulmonology and Lung Surgery; Gastroenterology and Gastrointestinal Surgery; Urology ; and Geriatrics, along with receiving high performing designations for the following eight common procedure and condition areas: Heart Failure; Heart Attack; Kidney Failure; Leukemia, Lymphoma, and Myeloma; Prostate Cancer Surgery; Stroke; Hip Fracture; and Diabetes. Measured by factors such as patient outcomes, High Performingis a designation U.S. News & World Report bestows to recognize performance in these specialties that is significantly better than the national average.