Per Diem RN – Observation Unit Care (Day Shifts)

Howard University Hospital; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 120,000 - 130,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

On-site in Washington, DC

Job summary

Howard University Hospital is seeking a Clinical Nurse (RN) for its Observation Unit (6 East) in Washington, DC. This per diem role supports short‑stay observation, rapid decisions, and discharge readiness within a collaborative interdisciplinary team.

The nurse will perform assessments, care planning, medication administration, and education for patients and families while adhering to best practice and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited nursing program; DC RN license.
• Minimum 3 years of clinical nursing experience.
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association.
• Experience with electronic health record Soarian Clinicals.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments and reassessments for observation patients.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans with physicians and the care team.
• Administer medications and treatments safely according to policy.
• Support observation-to-disposition process and timely diagnostic workups.
• Document assessments and patient responses in Soarian Clinicals.

Skills

Clinical nursing

English communication

Soarian Clinicals

Team collaboration

Observation unit experience

Education

BSN or actively enrolled in BSN

Tools

Soarian Clinicals

Job description

Howard University Hospital is seeking a Clinical Nurse (RN) for its Observation Unit (6 East) in Washington, DC. This per diem role supports short‑stay observation, rapid decisions, and discharge readiness within a collaborative interdisciplinary team.

The nurse will perform assessments, care planning, medication administration, and education for patients and families while adhering to best practice and safety standards.