Level I Trauma ED RN - Fast-Paced Critical Care

Universal Health Services, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401k with company match

Discounted GWU campus parking

SmarTrip pre‑tax transit

Growth opportunities

Job summary

GW Hospital’s Emergency Department is seeking an ER Registered Nurse (RN) to join a Level I Trauma Center. You will work 7am-7:30pm or 7pm-7:30am shifts in a fast-paced, patient‑centered environment alongside board-certified physicians and skilled ED staff.

Responsibilities include assessments, care plans, med administration, and patient education, with opportunities for quality improvement and research involvement. DC-licensed RNs with BLS/ACLS/PALS are preferred.

Qualifications

• BSN or currently enrolled.
• DC RN license or eligibility.
• At least 1 year of clinical ED/critical care experience preferred.
• Certification in BLS, ACLS, and PALS required.
• TNCC certification within 1 year of hire.
• Exceptional clinical skills and judgment.
• Strong ability to work under pressure in emergencies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care in a dynamic emergency department setting.
• Perform assessments, develop treatment plans, and implement care for diverse conditions.
• Administer medications, perform procedures, and monitor responses.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to optimize outcomes.
• Educate patients and families on conditions, plans, and preventive care.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and research opportunities.

Skills

Emergency nursing

Critical care

Patient education

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

BSN

DC RN License

BLS

ACLS

PALS

TNCC within 1 year

Job description

GW Hospital’s Emergency Department is seeking an ER Registered Nurse (RN) to join a Level I Trauma Center. You will work 7am-7:30pm or 7pm-7:30am shifts in a fast-paced, patient‑centered environment alongside board-certified physicians and skilled ED staff.

Responsibilities include assessments, care plans, med administration, and patient education, with opportunities for quality improvement and research involvement. DC-licensed RNs with BLS/ACLS/PALS are preferred.