Registered Nurse; RN; Medstar Trauma Department in Washington, DC

Position: Registered Nurse (RN)Medstar Trauma Department - Relocation Offered!
About this Job:

Unit Highlights

Nurses who work in the Med Star trauma department, care for the acutely ill, medically complex patient. Most of our patients arrive to Med Star via helicopter or ambulance following a traumatic event requiring immediate life-sustaining measures. The typical population includes patients who have been in a significant motor vehicle accident, gunshot wound, severe burn victim or life-threatening accident. We quicky and efficiently assess and stabilize the patient who arrives through our doors, typically by way of helicopter or ambulance.

Med Star is the pinnacle of clinical acuity at Medstar Washington Hospital Center. It is the place where critical care RN’s go to become expert trauma nurses. Here you will be exposed to a variety of specialized procedural nursing skills. The Med Star Clinical Nurse is highly organized, thrives under pressure and has significant clinical knowledge and assessment skills. Our nurses are capable of working safely and efficiently in a high stress, multifaceted environment.

We are always motivated and committed to professional excellence.

We strive to provide safe, quality care by maintaining a patient-centered approach. Our patients, benefit from a multi-disciplinary, collaborative team approach, including Trauma and Anesthesia Physicians and Respiratory Therapy. Med Star trauma bays consist of (7) beds, equipped with the use of the latest technology and equipment.

Come join our team where we pride ourselves on teamwork, fun, and professional development!

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.
• Reputation- Regional & National recognition, advanced technology, and leading medical innovations.

Qualifications
• ADN, BSN, MSN, or CNL from an accredited School of Nursing required.
• Two years of Critical Care RN experience preferred.
• Active DC RN License and BLS/ ACLS for Healthcare providers required.

With both Magnet and Pathway to Excellence® designations, we join an elite group as one of only two hospitals nationwide with active dual designations for nursing excellence and an outstanding work environment, as recognized by the ANCC
This position has a hiring range of : USD $39.00 - USD $63.41 /Yr.