RN - MS/Neuro Ortho (Full-Time/Day)

The George Washington University Hospital; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The George Washington University Hospital is seeking an RN to join a high-acuity Neuro Ortho unit in Washington, DC. You will care for complex patients including stroke, TBI, and spine cases, building advanced clinical skills in a leading academic medical center.

Responsibilities include patient-centered care, monitoring neurologic conditions, collaborating with physicians and multidisciplinary teams, and supporting patients and families through recovery and education.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited or NLN-approved RN program.
• Current state nursing license.
• BLS certification required.
• Prefer one year full-time or three years part-time experience in acute care setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient-centered care for neuro, trauma, and post-operative patients.
• Monitor and assess complex neurologic conditions.
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams.
• Support patients and families through recovery and education.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality

Adaptability

Education

RN program

BLS

State nursing license

Job description

Responsibilities

Join a high-acuity Neuro Ortho unit at George Washington University Hospital, where you’ll care for complex patients—including stroke, TBI, and spine cases—while building advanced clinical skills in a leading academic medical center.

Unit Overview

• Comprehensive Stroke Unit
• Level IV Epilepsy Center
• Patient population includes:
  • Stroke and neurologic conditions
  • Traumatic brain injury
  • Spine and orthopedic surgery patients

Why Join This Unit

• High-acuity experience in neuro and trauma care
• Strong clinical support and leadership
• Opportunities for professional growth in an academic setting
• Supportive staffing models designed for high-acuity care
• Flexible scheduling with self-scheduling options and balanced weekend rotations

What You’ll Do

• Provide patient-centered care for neuro, trauma, and post-operative patients
• Monitor and assess complex neurologic conditions
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams
• Support patients and families through recovery and education

GWUH offers comprehensive benefits such as:

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation
• Career development opportunities across UHS and our 300+ locations!
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Plan
• Generous Paid Time Off
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries
• More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited or NLN-approved RN program.
• BLS
• Current state nursing license.
• Prefer one year full time or three years part time experience in acute care setting.
• Requirements specified for specialty unit

Skills

• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written
• Effective interpersonal skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to adapt to multiple and changing priorities

About Universal Health Services

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues were $15.8 billion in 2024. UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 99,000 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network, and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com

EEO Statement

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