Responsibilities
Nursing at GW Hospital Nurses at GWUH identify as essential partners with providers, ancillary, and support staff in an academic medical center, that is Defining Medicine. Our professional RN staff seek best practice opportunities to enhance patient care through unit and system-based quality initiatives, evidenced based research and practice and interdisciplinary care. Recently, GW Hospital embarked on the ANCC Magnet journey. Our nurse leaders and staff are laser focused on exceptional patient outcomes and are defining healthcare for the 21st century. This commitment is evidenced by our LEAPFROG grade of B, the only hospital in DC to receive this honor. Nurses stay at GW Hospital because of:
- Professional development opportunities
- Teamwork
- Interdisciplinary Care
- Advances in academic medicine
Job Summary Our Acute Care Trauma Level I hospital is currently seeking an experienced Med Surg RN with a specialization in Neuro Trauma to join our healthcare team. As a Med Surg RN in Neuro Trauma, you will be responsible for providing exceptional patient care to critically ill and injured patients with neurologic injuries, including traumatic brain injuries, strokes, and spinal cord injuries.
The 6 North unit is a 42 bed multi-specialty area committed to being the innovative leader in Neuroscience, Orthopedic and Trauma services. Our unit is equipped with advanced monitoring devices and perfected with an environment conducive to healing. We take pride in being a Comprehensive Stroke Unit and a Level 4 Epilepsy unit, the highest levels that can be attained.
Qualifications
Qualifications - Current RN License in good standing with state licensing board.
- BSN required OR enrollment and completion of BSN within 5 years
- Minimum of 1 year of Med Surg experience in an acute care setting.
- BLS certification (ACLS within 3 months of hire)
RN Benefits, Special Incentives & Perks - Relocation Assistance: We offer up to a $3,000 relocation package to make your transition smoother.
- Professional Development: Enjoy $500 annually to invest in your professional growth.
- Education Allowance: Receive an annual $3,000 allowance to further your education.
- Monthly Extra Shift Bonus: Get an additional $3,000 each month through our 4x4 incentive program.
- Shift Differential: Earn an extra $4 to $8 per hour as a shift differential.
- Certification Bonus: Receive a $1,000 bonus annually for maintaining your certifications.
- Referral Bonus: Refer a fellow RN, and you'll get a $5,000 bonus.
- Commuter Subsidy: We provide a monthly $100 commuter subsidy.
- Paid Time Off: Enjoy 208 hours of paid time off annually. (104 hours Part time)
- Clinical Nurse Associate I Bonus: Enroll to become a Clinical Nurse Associate I and receive a $2,000 bonus in your first year.
- Cutting-Edge Environment: Thrive in a challenging and rewarding work environment with advanced technological systems, processes, and best practices.
- Employee Wellness: We are committed to your well-being through our sponsored programs by the Strategic Employee Engagement Council and GWU Wellness Center.
- Diversity and Inclusion: Be a part of an inclusive and diverse environment, supported by the Diversity & Inclusion Council.
- Retirement Savings: Benefit from our 401(k) plan with a company match of up to 6%.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy excellent medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans.
- Shared Governance: We follow a shared governance model that values your input and collaboration.
- Flexible Scheduling: Say goodbye to mandatory overtime; schedule your shifts as you prefer.
- Clinical Advancement: Join the L.E.A.R.N. Clinical Nurse Advancement Program, which includes monetary rewards.
- Continuous Development: Grow and develop through job-related training, continuing education, and mobility opportunities within the UHS subsidiaries.
- Flexible Paid Time Off: Opt to waive your PTO days and receive a 12% increase in your base rate. (6% Part time)
- Employee Discounts: Enjoy exclusive discounts and a wide array of additional perks.
We value our RNs and offer a comprehensive package to support your career growth, well-being, and work-life balance. About GWUH: GW Hospital is a 385-bed tertiary care, academic medical center located in downtown Washington, DC. Featuring a Level 1 Trauma Center and a Level 3 NICU offers clinical expertise in a variety of areas including cardiac, cancer, neurosciences, women's health, and advanced surgery including robotic and minimally invasive surgery. GW Hospital is owned and operated by Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS), a King of Prussia, PA-based company that is one of the nation's largest healthcare management companies. Primary care and specialty outpatient care are available through the Medical Faculty Associates, a multi-specialty physician practice group of more than 750 physicians covering 51 specialty and subspecialty areas. The Medical Faculty Associates' doctors have offices in the Ambulatory Care Center, an outpatient clinic building located one block from the hospital.
The mission of GW Hospital is to provide the highest quality healthcare, advanced medical technology, and world-class service to its patients in an academic medical center dedicated to education and research.
United Health Services, Inc: 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 $13.4 billion in 2022. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World's Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America's Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 94,000 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.
EEO Statement: All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.
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