Med Surg RN (General Surgery) Full Time Days

UHS • Washington, DC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Join a high-acuity Med Surg / General Surgery team at George Washington University Hospital, a 395-bed academic medical center in the heart of downtown Washington, DC. This is a day-shift Med Surg RN role supporting pre- and post-operative patients across a wide variety of surgical specialties, offering strong clinical exposure and long-term growth opportunities. This role is ideal for RNs who enjoy variety, collaboration, and developing advanced surgical nursing skills in a well-supported hospital environment.

Unit Overview
39-bed General Surgery / Med Surg unit
Pre- and post-operative care with bariatric surgery designation (Center of Excellence)
Patient populations include:
Laparoscopic & minimally invasive procedures
Bariatric surgery
Tracheostomies
Kidney & liver transplants
Trauma and complex surgical cases
Opportunity to develop skills across multiple surgical specialties

Requirements

• Current RN License in good standing with state licensing board.
• Graduate of an accredited or NLN-approved RN program.
• BLS certification

Nice To Haves

• One year full time or three years part time experience in acute care setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, high-quality, patient-centered nursing care
• Collaborate with physicians, APPs, and interdisciplinary teams
• Support pre-op and post-op patients through recovery
• Deliver care aligned with facility policies and service excellence standards
• Serve as a clinical resource and advocate for patients and families

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree