Nurses Defining Medicine - ICU (New Grad)

The nurses in the Intensive Care Department of the George Washington University Hospital (GW Hospital) are Defining Medicine through their capacity to think, research, discover, evaluate, teach, learn, refine, and innovate. We are seeking newly licensed RNs for our Intensive Care Unit who want to thrive in an environment that is focused on the care of the individual, families, and communities. The George Washington University Hospital is a Level I Trauma Teaching Hospital. GW Hospital was recently ranked as one of the "Best Hospitals in DC" by US News and World Report. You will be able to be part of a team that helps in multiple Intensive Care Units consisting of numerous specialties including cardiothoracic, cardiovascular, neuro trauma, and medical. GW Hospital has various designations that bring with in complex patients: Level I Trauma Center, Comprehensive Stroke Center, ECMO center, Bariatric Center of Excellence, Renal Transplant Center. Visit gwhospital.com for more information.

NURSE RESIDENCY PROGRAM

The GW Hospital nurse residency program combine lectures, e-learning, and hands on-skills lab experience with a clinical application in an acute care setting. Each intern is paired with an experienced RN preceptor in the clinical area. At the conclusion of the internship nurses begin the Nurse Residency Program as our goal is to achieve a successful and smooth transition for the new nurse. This one-year program is designed to assist the nurse in his/her continued development. The program includes monthly classes, debriefing sessions, and evidence based project, and Nurse Residency Coordinator oversight.

Application Process:

The New Graduate Nurse Residency July 2022 cohort, is intended for Winter 2021/Spring 2022 graduates of accredited NLN or AACN RN program. Spring/Summer 2021 accredited NLN or AACN RN programs will also be considered.

Once your application is in, you will be prompted to complete an online Driving Nursing Assessment. You have 72 hours to complete the test. If you do not finish the test within this window, your application will not be considered--so don't delay! Applications will be reviewed on a first-received, first-reviewed basis.

Requirements:

• GPA of 3.0 or greater from an accredited NLN or AACN RN program
• Unofficial transcript
• Two letters of recommendation (one must be from a clinical instructor or professor)
• Current CPR Certification by AHA or ARC
• Successful completion of Driving Nursing Attributes Assessment.
• Ability to commit full time for 24 months at GW Hospital

ICU RN

GW ICU nursing team is...

• A family away from your family.
• A team that takes stock in the qualities that all nurses bring and utilize them to build the uniqueness of the group.
• Your destination for excellent in nursing through learning, developing, and mentoring.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Act as a liaison for patients and the families of patients
• Respecting the rights and beliefs of patients
• Monitor care that patients receive by offering assistance and interceding for patients in situations that require action immediately
• Represent the patient according to their choice
• Provide support and education that will help patients and care partners make the best decisions possible.
• Integrates a patient centered approach involving the patient and family into the plan of care.
• Provide safe, competent nursing care for patients in accordance with facility policies, standards, and philosophy.
• Opportunity for career advancement with our clinical progression ladder as preceptor and charge nurse.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

Earn the recognition and support you deserve as a key member of our healthcare team.

• $100 monthly commuter subsidy
• Challenging and rewarding work environment with advanced technological systems, processes and practice
• Significant opportunities to grow and develop through job-related training, continuing education, and mobility up
• Competitive compensation and generous benefits, including 401(k) with company match, tuition reimbursement, and excellent medical, dental, vision and prescription drug plan
• Shared Governance Model
• Clinical Nurse Advancement Program with monetary reward
• Relocation assistance

WHAT WE EXPECT OF YOU

Passion to treat a diverse and acutely ill population:

• Graduate from an accredited NLN or AACN RN program
• Senior practicum in the ICU or tech experience preferred
• Prefer one year full time or three years part time experience in acute care setting.
• ACLS, PALS, or NRP (or obtained within three months of employment) in required specialty
• BLS
• DC license or eligibility
• Commitment to our culture that Every Moment Matters
• Commitment to the surrounding community

About George Washington University Hospital

The George Washington University Hospital (GW Hospital) is a 385-bed tertiary care, academic medical center located in downtown Washington, DC, next to the Foggy Bottom metro. GW Hospital serves a diverse group of patients--from local residents to our nation's leaders. As an academic medical center, GW Hospital has the resources and clinical expertise necessary to provide specialized, complex care. This expertise includes cardiac, cancer, neurosciences, women's health, trauma, and advanced surgery including robotic and minimally invasive surgery.

GW Hospital is jointly owned and operated by George Washington University and a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS), one of the nation's largest healthcare management companies. The GW School of Medicine and Health Sciences (SMHS), adjacent to the hospital, is the 11th oldest medical center in the country and the first in the nation's capital.

The mission of GW Hospital is to provide the highest quality healthcare, advanced medical technology, and world-class service to its patients in an academic medical center dedicated to education and research.

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.

Notice

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