Registered Nurse RN General Surgery

Overview

Registered Nurse RN General Surgery Full Time Days — Washington, D.C.

The George Washington University Hospital (GW Hospital) continues to be a leader in providing quality and compassionate healthcare for the D.C. Region.

GW Hospital has been recognized as a Best Regional Hospital by U.S. News & World Report for , with fourth-place regional ranking. It achieved high performing status in six specialty areas and in eight common procedures and conditions, with additional recognition for maternity care and other designations.

GW Hospital also received the American College of Cardiology’s National Cardiovascular Data Registry (NCDR) Chest Pain - Myocardial Infarction Registry Platinum Performance Achievement Award in 2024.

U.S. News & World Report named GW Hospital as a High Performing Hospital for Maternity Care (Uncomplicated Pregnancy) in 2024, reflecting a high standard of care for uncomplicated pregnancies.

To be ranked as a Best Regional Hospital, a hospital must outperform peers in risk-adjusted survival, patient experience, nursing care, and successful discharge outcomes. The annual Best Hospitals rankings help patients and doctors make informed healthcare decisions.

The 39-bed unit is dedicated to providing high-quality pre/post general surgical care and manages the Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence. The RN will provide patient-focused nursing care to patients with various surgical needs, including Laparoscopic Cholecystectomies, Tracheostomies, kidney and liver transplants, and trauma patients. RNs on this unit can learn a wide range of surgical procedures and techniques, contributing to professional development.

• Provide patient-focused nursing care to pre/post general surgical patients on the unit.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to plan and implement care for patients undergoing various surgical procedures.
• Support Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence activities and patient education.

• 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 Medical-Surgical experience in an acute care setting.
• BLS certification (ACLS within 3 months of hire).

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Growth and Development Opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries
• Competitive Compensation
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
• 401k plan with company match

One of the nation’s largest providers of hospital and healthcare services. Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is a Fortune 500 company with extensive operations across the U.S., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom.

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