Intensive Care Unit RN - Per Diem

Shift requiirments

• 6 shifts in 8 weeks, 2 night, 3 weekends The Intensive Care Units at The George Washington University Hospital deliver advanced, high‑acuity care to some of the most critically ill patients in the region. ICU nurses here are not limited to a single specialty unit—our team practices across all critical care areas, gaining broad expertise while supporting diverse patient populations with complex, life‑threatening conditions.
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• ICUs include: Medical ICU – 32 beds: Complex medical critical care Surgical ICU – 24 beds: Post‑operative and surgical specialty care Trauma ICU – 20 beds: High‑acuity trauma and resuscitation Neuro ICU – 20 beds: Neurological and neurosurgical critical care Cardiovascular ICU – 24 beds: Advanced cardiac, surgical cardiac, and ECMO support Working across these units, ICU nurses develop mastery in ventilator management, hemodynamic monitoring, advanced pharmacologic therapies, and multidisciplinary critical care collaboration. Job Summary Are you a skilled and motivated Critical Care Registered Nurse looking for a dynamic environment in the heart of Washington, D.C.? The George Washington University Hospital is seeking passionate ICU nurses to join our high‑performing team. If you excel in fast‑paced, high‑acuity settings and are committed to delivering exceptional patient care, we invite you to apply

Responsibilities

Patient Care: Provide evidence-based, compassionate care to critically ill medical patients.

Monitoring

Manage ventilators, hemodynamic monitoring systems, and continuous infusions; respond to rapid patient changes.

Collaboration

• Partner with intensivists, specialists, respiratory therapists, and care teams to deliver comprehensive care.
• Critical
• Thinking: Manage complex cases including multi-organ failure, sepsis, and respiratory distress.

Advocacy

Support patients and families through critical illness with empathy and education.

Documentation

Ensure precise and timely charting of patient care.

Education

• Guide families through disease processes and recovery expectations.
• Quality
• Improvement: Contribute to improving ICU outcomes and best practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required or currently enrolled Washington, D.C.
• RN license or eligibility 2 years full-time (or 4 years part-time) critical care experience BLS and ACLS required Commitment to “Every Moment Matters” Dedication to the surrounding community Benefit & Rewards Highlights Challenging and rewarding work environment Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Plans 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program Tuition savings to continue your nursing education with Chamberlain University Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
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