Deliver high-quality, patient-centered care to critically ill patients across various ICU specialties using advanced monitoring technology. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes and maintain thorough medical records.
Responsibilities
ICU Overview The George Washington University Hospital offers a diverse and highly specialized critical care environment across multiple ICU service lines.
Our ICUs provide care for a broad spectrum of critically ill patients, including medical, surgical, trauma, neurological, and cardiovascular populations.
Nurses have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology, advanced therapies, and leading physicians in a collaborative academic setting.
GW Hospital ICU Summary Medical ICU (MICU) – 32 beds: Complex medical critical care patients Surgical ICU (SICU) – 24 beds: Post-operative and surgical specialties Trauma ICU (TICU) – 20 beds: High-acuity trauma patients Neuro ICU – 20 beds: Neurological and neurosurgical care Cardiovascular ICU (CVICU) – 24 beds: Advanced cardiac and ECMO care Job Summary Are you an experienced Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Registered Nurse looking to take your career to the next level?
The George Washington University Hospital is seeking skilled and adaptable ICU nurses to join our dynamic critical care team across multiple specialties.
This role offers the opportunity to work in a variety of high-acuity environments within a leading academic medical center.
Responsibilities
Patient Care: Deliver high-quality, patient-centered care across a range of critical care populations.
Monitoring
Utilize advanced technology to monitor and manage critically ill patients.
Collaboration
Work within interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.
Critical
Thinking: Apply strong clinical judgment in complex, fast-paced situations.
Advocacy
Support patients and families throughout the ICU experience.
Documentation
Maintain accurate and thorough patient records.
Education
Provide education on conditions, treatments, and recovery.
Quality
Improvement: Participate in initiatives to enhance ICU care delivery.
Qualifications
BSN required or currently enrolled DC RN license or eligibility 2 years full-time (or 4 years part-time) ICU 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!
More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com 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, women’s 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.
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Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities, and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network, and various related services located in 40 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom.
Requires a BSN (or current enrollment), a DC RN license, and at least 2 years of full-time ICU experience. BLS and ACLS certifications are mandatory.
bachelor degree
Patient Advocacy
Patient Monitoring
Patient Education
Clinical Documentation
Quality Improvement
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Clinical Judgment
Trauma Care
Critical Care Nursing
Cardiovascular Care
Neurological Care
ECMO Care
Benefits
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Medical Insurance
Competitive Compensation
Generous Paid Time Off
Career Development Opportunities
SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
Prescription Drug Plans
Discounted Stock Plan
401(K) With Company Match
Tuition Savings With Chamberlain University
Posting details
Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Location
Washington, District of Columbia
Posted
Jul 17, 2026
Closes
Jul 17, 2027
Application
Employer website
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Market context
DC nursing roles favor acute-care credentials
In the District of Columbia, nursing roles with emergency or critical care exposure are often competitive because employers look for BSN preparation, DC RN licensure or eligibility, and current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certification. These postings are especially detailed on this platform because the job requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description, helping candidates review fit faster. If you are applying, confirm your license status and certification dates before submitting.
