Operating Room Nurse — Patient-Centered Care & Growth

Howard University Hospital; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 51,425 - 86,003; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-life balance

Recognition and rewards for professional expertise

Competitive benefit plans

HRSA Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

Howard University Hospital in Washington DC is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse for the Operating Rooms. The role offers a chance to make a significant difference in patients' lives within a historic teaching hospital. Ideal candidates will collaborate with healthcare teams and engage in performance improvement programs while adhering to high standards of care.

This position emphasizes work-life balance and includes a competitive compensation package with comprehensive benefits, while fostering a culture of care and learning.

Qualifications

• 12 months of RN acute care experience in hospital-based nursing or scrub experience.
• Maintains active American Heart Association Basic Life Support BLS certification.
• Maintains active American Heart Association Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support ACLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with patients/families and healthcare team for health goals.
• Participates in unit performance improvement programs.
• Establishes compassionate environment for patients and families.
• Protects patients by adhering to infection-control policies.

Skills

Clinical skills

Bedside manner

Infection control

Verbal communication

Multi-tasking

Listening

Health promotion and maintenance

Education

Associate’s Degree in Nursing

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in DC

Job description

Howard University Hospital in Washington DC is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse for the Operating Rooms. The role offers a chance to make a significant difference in patients' lives within a historic teaching hospital. Ideal candidates will collaborate with healthcare teams and engage in performance improvement programs while adhering to high standards of care.

This position emphasizes work-life balance and includes a competitive compensation package with comprehensive benefits, while fostering a culture of care and learning.