MEDSTAR HEALTH
Registered Nurse (RN) Neonatal ICU
MEDSTAR HEALTH, Washington, District Of Columbia, United States,
General Summary of PositionUnit Highlights
MedStar Georgetown University Hospital's Neonatal Intensive Care Unit is a 36-bed unit which provides expert nursing care for infants with a number of critical diagnoses. It is one of two Level IV NICUs in Washington, D.C., which is the highest level designated by the American Academy of Pediatrics. Some of the most commonly seen diagnoses are:Respiratory Distress SyndromeExtreme PrematurityNeonatal EncephalopathyPersistent Pulmonary HypertensionSepsis/Septic ShockNeurological DisordersGenetic and/or Metabolic DisordersGastrointestinal DisordersSurgical needsOurs is the only NICU in the Washington, D.C. region where a Clinical Nurse can participate in high-risk deliveries, be trained as an ECMO tech and participate in both flight and ground transports. Our NICU is the major referral center for all MedStar-affiliated facilities, as well as several community hospitals in the tri-state area. The NICU offers the following innovative treatments and technologies:ECMO: ExtraCorporeal Membrane OxygenationTotal Body Therapeutic HypothermiaBedside Patent Ductus Arteriosus LigationInhaled Nitric OxideHigh Frequency Oscillator VentilationHigh Frequency Jet VentilationThe NICU Nursing Staff is incredibly engaged, with a remarkable number of nurses participating in Shared Governance and the Clinical Advancement Program.
The following committees/councils are Clinical Nurse-led and driven:Parent Advisory Support GroupPractice CouncilScheduling CommitteeBereavement CommitteeDevelopmental Care Committee*Various scheduling options available*
Key Responsibilities
As a Clinical Nurse you will deliver proficient nursing care to patients and families whose needs range from uncomplicated to highly complex. You will identify current and potential complex problems of specific patient populations and critically analyzes trends and changes in patient status and plans appropriate interventions directly or indirectly through other nurses.
What We Offer
Culture-
Collaborative, inclusive, diverse, and supportive work environment.
Career growth-
Career mentoring to help you pursue your passions and gain skills to enhance your value.
Wellbeing-
Competitive salary and Total Rewards benefits to help keep you happy and healthy,as well as a nationally renowned Nursing Wellbeing Program.
Reputation-
Regional & National recognition, advanced technology, and leading medical innovations.
Magnet
®
Recognition , aprestigious status granted by the American Nurses Credentialing Center fordemonstrating excellence in nursing care, innovative professional nursingpractice, and nursing satisfaction. We are proud to be part of an elitecommunity of only 1% of hospitals to have received this designation five ormore times.
Qualifications
ADN, BSN, MSN, or CNL from an accredited School of Nursing required.
Prior Clinical Nursing Experience preferred.
Active DC RN License and Basic Life Support for Healthcare providers required.
This position has a hiring range of $38.00 - $63.30
MedStar Georgetown University Hospital's Neonatal Intensive Care Unit is a 36-bed unit which provides expert nursing care for infants with a number of critical diagnoses. It is one of two Level IV NICUs in Washington, D.C., which is the highest level designated by the American Academy of Pediatrics. Some of the most commonly seen diagnoses are:Respiratory Distress SyndromeExtreme PrematurityNeonatal EncephalopathyPersistent Pulmonary HypertensionSepsis/Septic ShockNeurological DisordersGenetic and/or Metabolic DisordersGastrointestinal DisordersSurgical needsOurs is the only NICU in the Washington, D.C. region where a Clinical Nurse can participate in high-risk deliveries, be trained as an ECMO tech and participate in both flight and ground transports. Our NICU is the major referral center for all MedStar-affiliated facilities, as well as several community hospitals in the tri-state area. The NICU offers the following innovative treatments and technologies:ECMO: ExtraCorporeal Membrane OxygenationTotal Body Therapeutic HypothermiaBedside Patent Ductus Arteriosus LigationInhaled Nitric OxideHigh Frequency Oscillator VentilationHigh Frequency Jet VentilationThe NICU Nursing Staff is incredibly engaged, with a remarkable number of nurses participating in Shared Governance and the Clinical Advancement Program.
The following committees/councils are Clinical Nurse-led and driven:Parent Advisory Support GroupPractice CouncilScheduling CommitteeBereavement CommitteeDevelopmental Care Committee*Various scheduling options available*
Key Responsibilities
As a Clinical Nurse you will deliver proficient nursing care to patients and families whose needs range from uncomplicated to highly complex. You will identify current and potential complex problems of specific patient populations and critically analyzes trends and changes in patient status and plans appropriate interventions directly or indirectly through other nurses.
What We Offer
Culture-
Collaborative, inclusive, diverse, and supportive work environment.
Career growth-
Career mentoring to help you pursue your passions and gain skills to enhance your value.
Wellbeing-
Competitive salary and Total Rewards benefits to help keep you happy and healthy,as well as a nationally renowned Nursing Wellbeing Program.
Reputation-
Regional & National recognition, advanced technology, and leading medical innovations.
Magnet
®
Recognition , aprestigious status granted by the American Nurses Credentialing Center fordemonstrating excellence in nursing care, innovative professional nursingpractice, and nursing satisfaction. We are proud to be part of an elitecommunity of only 1% of hospitals to have received this designation five ormore times.
Qualifications
ADN, BSN, MSN, or CNL from an accredited School of Nursing required.
Prior Clinical Nursing Experience preferred.
Active DC RN License and Basic Life Support for Healthcare providers required.
This position has a hiring range of $38.00 - $63.30