Registered Nurse (RN) 6 Main Orthopedics/ Surgical Specialty

MedStar Health; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 58,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking for associates

Relocation assistance up to $5000

RN referral bonus up to $6000

Magnet hospital status

Job summary

MedStar Georgetown University Hospital is seeking a Clinical Nurse to deliver proficient nursing care to patients and families in a fast-paced surgical specialties unit. The role emphasizes high-quality post-operative care, teamwork, and continuous evaluation of patient status.

The unit supports joint replacement, spinal, foot/ankle, urological, and reconstructive procedures, with a family-like culture and strong interdisciplinary collaboration. A DC RN license and BLS are required.

Qualifications

• ADN, BSN, MSN, or CNL from an accredited School of Nursing required.
• Active DC RN License and Basic Life Support required.
• Prior hospital-based clinical nursing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• As a Clinical Nurse you deliver proficient nursing care to patients and families with varying needs.
• Identify complex problems and analyze trends to plan appropriate interventions with the care team.

Skills

BLS Certification

Communication skills

Patient care

Education

ADN/BSN/MSN/CNL

Job description

About the Job

*Updated Pay Rates!

MedStar Georgetown University Hospital Nursing Benefits

• Free parking for associates
• System-wide RN referral bonus program - up to $6000 per RN & $4000 per LPN
• Relocation assistance up to $5000 if you live 50 miles away
• Excellent comprehensive benefits for full and part-time employees
• 5-time Magnet hospital - only 14.5% of certified hospitals have achieved this status
• Voted best hospital in DC many times over
• Teaching and academic hospital

Available Roles

• Full Time Rotating
• PRN Rotating

Unit Highlights

Surgical Specialties/Orthopedics (6 Main)

Our newly renovated adult 30-bed Surgical Specialties Unit is the largest inpatient department, with all-private rooms and the ability to offer continuous pulse oximetry. The nurses here provide exceptional post-operative care in a fast-paced environment. Common surgical procedures include joint replacement, spinal surgery, foot and/or ankle surgery, urological procedures, and reconstructive plastic surgery and wound management. This team is notable for its collaborative interdisciplinary practice. The culture is often described as a "family-like environment" in which nurses support one another and demonstrate outstanding teamwork. Clinical expertise, teamwork, and a commitment to the profession of nursing define the nursing practice on this unit.

Key Responsibilities

As a Clinical Nurse you will deliver proficient nursing care to patients and families whose needs range from uncomplicated to highly complex. You will identify current and potential complex problems of specific patient populations and critically analyzes trends and changes in patient status and plans appropriate interventions directly or indirectly through other nurses.

What We Offer

• Culture- Collaborative, inclusive, diverse, and supportive work environment.
• Career growth- Career mentoring to help you pursue your passions and gain skills to enhance your value.
• Wellbeing- Competitive salary and Total Rewards benefits to help keep you happy and healthy.
• Reputation- Regional & National recognition, advanced technology, and leading medical innovations.

Qualifications

• ADN, BSN, MSN, or CNL from an accredited School of Nursing required.
• Prior Hospital based Clinical Nursing Experience preferred.
• Active DC RN License and Basic Life Support for Healthcare providers required.

This position has a hiring range of

USD $42.00 - USD $69.43 /Hr.