Med Surg RN General Surgery Full Time Nights

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

Qualifications

  • Graduate of an accredited or NLN-approved RN program
  • Current state nursing license
  • BLS certification
  • Preferred one year full-time or three years part-time experience in an acute care setting
  • Specific requirements for specialty unit

Responsibilities

  • Deliver high-quality, patient-centered surgical nursing care
  • Support patients through pre- and post-operative recovery
  • Collaborate with physicians, APPs, and interdisciplinary teams
  • Advocate for patients and families in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

  • Challenging and rewarding work environment
  • Career development opportunities across UHS and 300+ locations
  • Excellent medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plan
  • Generous paid time off
  • 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • SoFi student loan refinancing program
  • Employee assistance program
Full Job Description
Responsibilities

Join a high-acuity General Surgery / Med-Surg team at a leading Washington, DC hospital. This full-time day shift role offers the opportunity to care for complex surgical patients, develop advanced clinical skills, and grow within a supportive, team-driven environment known for strong leadership and collaborative care.

Unit Overview
  • 39-bed General Surgery / Med-Surg unit
  • Bariatric Center of Excellence designation
  • High-acuity patient population, including:
    • Laparoscopic & minimally invasive procedures
    • Bariatric surgery
    • Tracheostomies
    • Kidney & liver transplants
    • Trauma and complex surgical cases
Why This Role
  • Diverse surgical exposure across multiple specialties
  • Supportive staffing models designed for high-acuity care
  • Flexible scheduling with self-scheduling options and balanced weekend rotations
  • Strong unit leadership and collaborative culture
  • Clear pathways for career growth
What You'll Do
  • Deliver high-quality, patient-centered surgical nursing care
  • Support patients through pre- and post-operative recovery
  • Collaborate with physicians, APPs, and interdisciplinary teams
  • Advocate for patients and families in a fast-paced environment

GWUH offers comprehensive benefits such as:

  • Challenging and rewarding work environment
  • Competitive Compensation
  • Career development opportunities across UHS and our 300+ locations!
  • Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Plan
  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Career development opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries
  • More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com

Qualifications

Qualifications
  • Graduate of an accredited or NLN-approved RN program.
  • BLS
  • Current state nursing license.
  • Prefer one year full time or three years part time experience in acute care setting.
  • Requirements specified for specialty unit
Skills
  • Effective communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Effective interpersonal skills
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality
  • Ability to adapt to multiple and changing priorities

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