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Universal Health Services

RN - PRE-OP - FULL TIME

Universal Health Services, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022


Responsibilities

The George Washington University Hospital (GW Hospital) continues to be a leader in providing the highest level of quality and compassionate healthcare for the D.C. Region.GW Hospital achieved "High Performing" status in two specialty areas, Neurology and Neuroscience.In addition, GW Hospital receiving "High Performing" designations for the following 10 procedures: COPD, Diabetes, Heart Attack, Heart Failure, Kidney Failure, Leukemia, Lymphoma and Myeloma, Lung Cancer Surgery, Pneumonia, Prostate Cancer Surgery and Stroke.Measured by factors such as patient outcomes, "High Performing" is a designation

U.S. News & World Report

bestows to recognize performance in these specialties that is significantly better than the national average.GW Hospital is a 395-bed tertiary care, academic medical center located in downtown Washington, DC, next to the Foggy Bottom metro. GW Hospital serves a diverse group of patients-from residents to our nation's leaders.

Qualifications

Responsibilities:Greet patients and ensure their comfort and readiness for surgery.Assist patients in changing into surgical gowns and prepare them for procedures.Start intravenous (IV) lines and administer pre-procedure medications as ordered.Complete pre-operative assessments, including obtaining vital signs and documenting patient information accurately.Obtain surgical consent from patients and ensure all required signatures are obtained and witnessed.Collaborate with OR nursing staff, anesthesia providers, and patient liaisons to ensure seamless coordination of care.Demonstrate a commitment to patient-centered care principles in all nursing activities.Adhere to Service Excellence standards at all times, ensuring a positive experience for patients and their families.Requirements:Graduate of an accredited or NLN-approved RN program.ACLS certification (or obtained within three months of employment).BLS certification.Current state nursing license.Must successfully pass any pre-employment assessment(s) required by the facility.Preferably five years of experience in acute care or pre-operative setting, or equivalent.Skills:Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.Effective interpersonal skills.Ability to maintain confidentiality.Ability to adapt to multiple and changing priorities.Shifts:

Five 8-hour shifts, 6:00 am - 2:30 pmNote:

No call, no nights, no weekends, no holidays.Join our team at George Washington University Hospital and be part of a dedicated team committed to providing exceptional care to our patients in the pre-operative setting.This opportunity offers the following:Challenging and rewarding work environmentGrowth and developmental opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries.Competitive compensation.Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans.401K plan with company match.Pay Transparency:

To encourage pay transparency, promote equity, and proactively address regulations, UHS and all of its subsidiaries will comply with all applicable state and local laws or regulations which require employers to provide wage or salary range information to job applicants and employees.ABOUT UNIVERSAL HEALTH SERVICES: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.Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 96,700 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries.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.

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