Clinical Nurse (RN) - Emergency Department, Day Shift

Page Mechanical Group, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 49,318 - 82,504; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-life balance

Recognition and rewards

Comprehensive benefit plans

HRSA Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

A noted healthcare provider in Washington, DC is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for its Emergency Department. The role involves delivering high-quality, patient-centered nursing care in a fast-paced environment. Candidates should possess an ADN, current nursing license, BLS, and ACLS certifications, along with a minimum of a year of RN experience. This full-time position offers a competitive hourly pay range of $35.80 – $59.89, with three 12-hour shifts weekly and benefits including work-life balance and loan forgiveness.

Qualifications

• Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the District of Columbia.
• Minimum 1 year of RN experience required.
• Emergency Department experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to Emergency Department patients.
• Perform rapid assessments and prioritize care.
• Administer medications safely and monitor patient status.

Skills

Strong critical thinking

Clinical judgment

Excellent communication

Multitasking

Ability to build relationships

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Tools

American Heart Association BLS Certification

American Heart Association ACLS Certification

TNCC Certification

PALS Certification

Job description

Role Summary

Howard University Hospital seeks a Registered Nurse (RN) – Emergency Department to join our Emergency Services team in Washington, DC. This role delivers high-quality, patient-centered nursing care in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment and supports our mission of excellence in clinical care, teaching, and service.

What You’ll Do

• Provide direct nursing care to Emergency Department patients across a wide range of clinical conditions and acuity levels
• Perform rapid assessments, prioritize care needs, and apply critical thinking in emergent situations
• Administer medications and treatments safely, following orders and evidence-based practice
• Monitor patient status, recognize changes in condition, and escalate appropriately
• Maintain infection prevention practices and adhere to safety and quality standards
• Collaborate effectively with physicians, advanced practice providers, and interdisciplinary teams
• Support patient and family education, discharge readiness, and care coordination
• Demonstrate strong clinical skills, bedside manner, communication, multitasking, and teamwork
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation per hospital standards

Education

• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

Licensure

• Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the District of Columbia

Certifications

• American Heart Association BLS required
• American Heart Association ACLS required
• TNCC required within 1 year of employment
• PALS preferred

Experience

• Minimum 1 year of RN experience required
• Emergency Department experience preferred

Knowledge / Skills

• Strong critical thinking and clinical judgment
• Working knowledge of professional nursing principles and biopsychosocial concepts applied to practice
• Knowledge of pharmacology, therapeutic/adverse drug actions, and complication recognition
• Competence in oral and written English
• Ability to build effective working relationships with staff, providers, hospital/university leadership, and the public

About Howard University Hospital

Howard University Hospital has a world-renowned reputation for high-quality, patient-centric care. As the nation’s only teaching hospital located on the campus of a Historically Black University, we provide a superior learning environment supported by groundbreaking research and positive patient outcomes.

What We Offer

At Howard University Hospital, our job is to care for you. We offer:

• Work-life balance
• Recognition and rewards for professional expertise
• Competitive, comprehensive benefit plans (including health, disability, vacation, sick leave, and 403(b) retirement plan)
• HRSA Loan Forgiveness

Pay + Schedule

• Pay Range: $35.80 – $59.89 per hour
• Schedule: Full-time; three (3) 12-hour shifts per week
• Shift: Days – 7:30 AM to 8:00 PM
• Weekend/Holiday Rotation: Every other weekend / Every other holiday

Compliance Statements

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement

Howard University Hospital requires all external applicants to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 before commencing employment. External applicants may be required to furnish proof of vaccination and, if offered, may elect to be vaccinated at a designated Howard University Hospital location.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Howard University Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws.