RN - ICU (Part-Time / Day)
UHS
Summary
The Medical Intensive Care Unit (MICU) at The George Washington University Hospital provides expert care for patients with complex, acute, and life-threatening medical conditions. Our team treats a wide range of diagnoses including sepsis, respiratory failure, renal failure, multi-organ dysfunction, and complex infectious diseases. The MICU is a dynamic environment where nurses gain expertise in ventilator management, advanced pharmacologic therapies, and multidisciplinary critical care collaboration.
Job description
MICU Overview
The Medical Intensive Care Unit (MICU) at The George Washington University Hospital provides expert care for patients with complex, acute, and life-threatening medical conditions. Our team treats a wide range of diagnoses including sepsis, respiratory failure, renal failure, multi-organ dysfunction, and complex infectious diseases. The MICU is a dynamic environment where nurses gain expertise in ventilator management, advanced pharmacologic therapies, and multidisciplinary critical care collaboration.
GW Hospital ICU Summary
- Medical ICU (MICU): Complex medical critical care patients
- Surgical ICU (SICU) – Post-operative and surgical specialties
- Trauma ICU (TICU) – High-acuity trauma patients
- Neuro ICU – Neurological and neurosurgical care
- Cardiovascular ICU (CVICU) - Advanced cardiac and ECMO care
Job Summary
Are you a dedicated and experienced Medical Intensive Care Unit (MICU) Registered Nurse seeking an exciting opportunity in the heart of Washington, D.C.? The George Washington University Hospital invites passionate nurses to join our expert critical care team. If you thrive in a high-acuity environment and are committed to delivering exceptional patient care, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities
- Patient Care: Provide evidence-based, compassionate care to critically ill medical patients.
- Monitoring: Manage ventilators, hemodynamic monitoring systems, and continuous infusions; respond to rapid patient changes.
- Collaboration: Partner with intensivists, specialists, respiratory therapists, and care teams to deliver comprehensive care.
- Critical Thinking: Manage complex cases including multi-organ failure, sepsis, and respiratory distress.
- Advocacy: Support patients and families through critical illness with empathy and education.
- Documentation: Ensure precise and timely charting of patient care.
- Education: Guide families through disease processes and recovery expectations.
- Quality Improvement: Contribute to improving ICU outcomes and best practices.
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required or currently enrolled
- Washington, D.C. RN license or eligibility
- 2 years full-time (or 4 years part-time) critical care experience
- BLS and ACLS required
- Commitment to “Every Moment Matters”
- Dedication to the surrounding community
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required or currently enrolled
- Washington, D.C. RN license or eligibility
- 2 years full-time (or 4 years part-time) critical care experience
- BLS and ACLS required
Benefits
- Paid Time Off
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Prescription Drug Plans
- 401(k) Matching
- Discounted Stock Plan
- Student Loan Refinancing
- Tuition Savings
- Career Development
Company overview
Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, operating as a Fortune 300 corporation headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1979, UHS has grown into a major healthcare enterprise with approximately 99,000 employees and annual revenues exceeding $14 billion. The company operates through its subsidiaries, managing 29 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, and 60 outpatient and other facilities across 39 U.S. states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom. UHS provides comprehensive healthcare services including acute care, behavioral health treatment, cancer centers, and ambulatory surgical centers. The company's strategy focuses on building or acquiring high-quality hospitals in rapidly growing markets and investing in advanced medical equipment and skilled personnel to become the leading healthcare provider in each community it serves. UHS is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: UHS) and has established a strong reputation for delivering compassionate, high-quality care while maintaining financial stability and operational excellence.