Per Diem ED RN – Fast-Paced Trauma Care & Flexible Shifts

Howard University Hospital; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 85,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Per diem compensation

Flexible scheduling

Professional practice environment

Job summary

Howard University Hospital in Washington, DC is seeking a Clinical Nurse – Per Diem (RN) embedded in the Emergency Department, a Level I Trauma Center serving the DC metro area. You will deliver safe, patient-centered care in a fast-paced environment in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.

The role supports CARES values, adheres to ANA standards, maintains current DC RN license, BLS/ACLS, and may participate in education and practice committees while delivering high-quality trauma and

Qualifications

• ADN required; BSN preferred.
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Minimum three (3) years of bedside RN experience in an Emergency Department.
• Current, active RN license in the District of Columbia.
• Current BLS and ACLS certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) required.
• TNCC highly preferred.
• Nationally recognized nursing certification in emergency nursing (e.g., CEN) highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform rapid, comprehensive assessments and develop individualized plans of care for ED patients presenting with a wide range of emergent and urgent conditions
• Intervene quickly and decisively at the bedside — administering medications, initiating procedures, and adjusting care plans in response to changes in patient status
• Establish rapport with patients and families under high-stress conditions, providing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support throughout the ED visit
• Document patient care, assessments, and outcomes accurately in the electronic health record; communicate irregularities and continuing care needs across nursing teams
• Delegate tasks appropriately to non-licensed personnel and assistants
• Adhere to infection control protocols, medication administration and storage procedures, and controlled substance regulations
• Participate in unit performance improvement programs, and engage in education, engagement, and practice committees
• Maintain and grow clinical knowledge through educational workshops, professional publications, and professional societies
• Perform other duties as assigned consistent with the scope of this role

Skills

ED nursing

Bedside care

Clinical communication

Infection control

Education

ADN

BSN preferred

Tools

EHR

Job description

Howard University Hospital in Washington, DC is seeking a Clinical Nurse – Per Diem (RN) embedded in the Emergency Department, a Level I Trauma Center serving the DC metro area. You will deliver safe, patient-centered care in a fast-paced environment in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.

The role supports CARES values, adheres to ANA standards, maintains current DC RN license, BLS/ACLS, and may participate in education and practice committees while delivering high-quality trauma and