UHS·Washington, District of Columbia
Deliver evidence-based nursing care to critically ill patients across Medical, Surgical, and Cardiovascular ICUs. Responsibilities include utilizing advanced monitoring technology, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and maintaining detailed patient records.
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.
Patient Care: Deliver compassionate and evidence-based nursing care to critically ill patients in the Intensive Care Unit.
Utilize advanced monitoring technology to assess and interpret vital signs, cardiac rhythms, and other relevant data. Respond promptly to changes in patient status.
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.
Serve as an advocate for patients and their families, providing emotional support and ensuring their needs are met throughout the care journey.
Maintain accurate and detailed patient records, including nursing assessments, interventions, and outcomes.
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.
Requires a BSN (or current enrollment) and a DC RN license or eligibility. Candidates must have at least 2 years of full-time critical care experience and hold BLS and ACLS certifications.
Market context
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.