Registered Nurse - Medical ICU

Health Here; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Health Here is seeking a Registered Nurse to join the Medical ICU to deliver high-acuity, evidence-based care to critically ill adults. The role involves direct patient assessments, complex medication management, ventilator therapies, and coordinating with a multidisciplinary team.

Ideal candidates will hold current RN licensure with ICU experience preferred, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to infection control and patient safety.

Qualifications

• RN licensure required.
• ICU/critical care experience preferred.
• Strong assessment, communication, and teamwork.
• Knowledge of ICU protocols and infection control.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments.
• Manage complex medication and ventilator therapies.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary care and ensure smooth patient transitions.
• Educate patients and families.
• Accurately document in the EMR.
• Participate in rounds and quality improvement initiatives.
• Adhere to infection prevention, safety, and regulatory standards.
• Precept new staff and engage in continuing education.
• Support a collaborative, patient-centered culture.

Skills

Critical care

Communication

Teamwork

Infection control knowledge

Education

Registered Nurse Licensure

Job description

We are seeking a Registered Nurse for the Medical ICU to provide high-acuity, evidence-based care to critically ill adult patients.

Responsibilities Include

• Performing comprehensive patient assessments
• Managing complex medication and ventilator therapies
• Coordinating multidisciplinary care and ensuring smooth patient transitions
• Educating patients and families
• Accurately documenting in the EMR
• Participating in rounds and quality improvement initiatives
• Adhering to infection prevention, safety, and regulatory standards
• Precepting new staff and engaging in continuing education
• Supporting a collaborative, patient-centered culture

Qualifications And Skills

• Current RN licensure
• Experience in critical care or ICU settings preferred
• Strong assessment, communication, and teamwork skills
• Knowledge of ICU protocols, infection control, and safety standards