About the position
Cedar Hill Regional Medical Center - Opening in 2025! When open in early 2025, Cedar Hill Regional Medical Center GW Health will be the first new full-service hospital in Washington, DC in more than 20 years, integrating clinical care with existing community providers, Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC's), The George Washington University Hospital, and our Urgent Care Center in Ward 8. This integrated delivery system will establish a robust network of care for all District residents, but more importantly, it will ensure residents of Wards 7 and 8 have access to high quality care in their community. This full-service hospital will include 136 beds (with the ability to expand to 184 beds), a verified trauma center, adult and pediatric emergency departments, maternal health and newborn delivery, an ambulatory pavilion for clinic visits and other outpatient services, a 500-car garage and a helipad for emergency transport. We are seeking an experienced Emergency Registered Nurse (Full Time-Days). Our ideal candidate will provide safe, competent nursing care for patients in accordance with facility policies, standards, and philosophy. This RN is primarily responsible for rapidly assessing and stabilizing patients with urgent or life-threatening medical conditions in the Emergency Department, including performing initial triage, administering immediate care, monitoring vital signs, and collaborating with Providers to develop treatment plans while providing compassionate support to patients and their families. The incumbent will provide support to the healthcare team in a fast-paced environment, using patient centered concepts as a foundation for all nursing care while demonstrating service excellence at all times.
Responsibilities
- Rapidly assess and stabilize patients with urgent or life-threatening medical conditions in the Emergency Department.
- Perform initial triage and administer immediate care.
- Monitor vital signs and collaborate with Providers to develop treatment plans.
- Provide compassionate support to patients and their families.
- Support the healthcare team in a fast-paced environment.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited or NLN-approved RN program.
- BLS, ACLS and PALS required.
- DC RN license required.
- Prefer one year full time or three years part time experience in acute care setting.
- TNCC within first year of employment.
Nice-to-haves
- Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to remain calm and focused during high-pressure situations.
- Commitment to upholding the highest standards of patient care and safety.
- Demonstrate a proven track record of commitment, with the ability to sustain employment for a minimum of two years.
Benefits
- Challenging and rewarding work environment.
- Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off.
- Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans.
- 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan.
- SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program.
- Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries.
