ICU / CVICU RN - Intensive Care Units (6-month Contract)

UHS$75K — $95K *
Hospitals & Medical Centers
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BSN degree or currently enrolled in a BSN program.
  • DC RN License or eligibility for licensure.
  • 2 years of full-time critical care experience or 4 years part-time experience.
  • Current BLS certification.
  • Current ACLS certification.
  • Strong commitment to the ethos of 'Every Moment Matters'.
  • Dedication to serving the local community.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver compassionate and evidence-based nursing care to critically ill patients in the ICU.
  • Utilize advanced monitoring technology to assess and respond to vital signs and patient data.
  • Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure effective patient care.
  • Apply advanced critical thinking in assessing and planning patient care.
  • Advocate for patients and families, providing emotional support throughout the care process.
  • Maintain accurate and detailed patient records documenting assessments and interventions.
  • Educate patients and families on medical conditions and post-discharge care plans.
  • Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance nursing practices and patient outcomes.

Benefits

  • Joining a renowned academic medical center in a strategic location.
  • Access to advanced monitoring technology and critical care protocols.
  • Opportunities for collaboration with diverse healthcare professionals.
  • Engagement in quality improvement initiatives for professional development.
Full Job Description
Responsibilities

Our Intensive Care Units at GW Hospital:

- Medical ICU (MICU): High-complexity patients requiring advanced critical care interventions.

- Surgical ICU (SICU): Specializing in trauma, neuro, and post-operative intensive care.

- Cardiovascular ICU (CVICU): Advanced cardiac support including open-heart surgery recovery and ECMO therapy.

Job Summary

Are you a dedicated and experienced Intensive Care Unit (ICU) 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 for our ICU RN position.

Responsibilities
  • Patient Care: Deliver compassionate and evidence-based nursing care to critically ill patients in the Intensive Care 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 ICU.
Qualifications

  • BSN or currently enrolled.
  • DC RN License, or eligibility
  • Critical Care experience: 2 year full time experience or 4 years part time experience
  • BLS
  • ACLS
  • Commitment to our culture that Every Moment Matters
  • Commitment to the surrounding community

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