Summary

Join a high-acuity Med Surg / General Surgery team at George Washington University Hospital, a 395-bed academic medical center in the heart of downtown Washington, DC. This is a night-shift Med Surg RN role supporting pre- and post-operative patients across a wide variety of surgical specialties, offering strong clinical exposure and long-term growth opportunities. This role is ideal for RNs who enjoy variety, collaboration, and developing advanced surgical nursing skills in a well-supported hospital environment.

Job description

Why This Med Surg RN Role?

Join a high-acuity Med Surg / General Surgery team at George Washington University Hospital, a 395-bed academic medical center in the heart of downtown Washington, DC. This is a night-shift Med Surg RN role supporting pre- and post-operative patients across a wide variety of surgical specialties, offering strong clinical exposure and long-term growth opportunities. This role is ideal for RNs who enjoy variety, collaboration, and developing advanced surgical nursing skills in a well-supported hospital environment.

Unit Overview

Pre- and post-operative care with bariatric surgery designation (Center of Excellence)
Patient populations include: Laparoscopic & minimally invasive procedures
Bariatric surgery
Tracheostomies
Kidney & liver transplants
Trauma and complex surgical cases
Opportunity to develop skills across multiple surgical specialties

What You'll Do

Provide safe, high-quality, patient-centered nursing care
Collaborate with physicians, APPs, and interdisciplinary teams
Support pre-op and post-op patients through recovery
Deliver care aligned with facility policies and service excellence standards
Serve as a clinical resource and advocate for patients and families

Qualifications

Current RN License in good standing with state licensing board.
Graduate of an accredited or NLN-approved RN program.
Prefer one year full time or three years part time experience in acute care setting.
BLS certification

Requirements

Current RN License in good standing with state licensing board
Graduate of an accredited or NLN-approved RN program
BLS certification
Prefer one year full time or three years part time experience in acute care setting

Benefits

Medical, Dental & Vision
Prescription Drug Plan
Paid Time Off
401(k) Matching
Discounted Stock Plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Student Loan Refinancing
Employee Assistance Program

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.