General Summary of Position
Unit Highlights
MedStar Georgetown's Perinatal Department consists of a Labor
& Delivery/Inpatient Antepartum Suite along with a Mother-Baby Couplet
Postpartum Unit. Perinatal nurses assess the mother and neonate in a
family-centered, holistic environment that supports the new family during this
time of changing needs. MedStar Georgetown is a designated Baby Friendly
Hospital and regional referral center for high-risk mothers and infants, and
enjoys a supportive and cooperative relationship with our outstanding Level IV
NICU to provide excellent continuity of care for these families. Perinatal
nurses collaborate with parenting services, antepartum/postpartum patient
educators and lactation specialists to provide comprehensive patient and family
education. Our diverse patient population includes both medically complex and
uncomplicated patients. Perinatal nurses enjoy participating in collaborative
governance at the unit and hospital level and are encouraged to attend a wide
variety of educational opportunities, including AWHONN regional and national
conferences.
MedStar Georgetown University Hospital has been named one of the Best Maternity Hospitals in 2022 by Newsweek magazine and Statista Inc., a world-leading statistics portal and industry ranking provider. MedStar Georgetown is among an elite group of hospitals from across the country and the only hospital in the District of Columbia to meet this standard of excellence and earn this recognition. This is the third time in recent years that MedStar Georgetown has been recognized with this distinction.
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. Designated as a "Baby-Friendly" Hospital by Baby Friendly USA. Named one of the Best Maternity Hospitals in 2022 by Newsweek magazine and Statista Inc.Magnet® Recognition, a
prestigious status granted by the American Nurses Credentialing Center for
demonstrating excellence in nursing care, innovative professional nursing
practice, and nursing satisfaction. We are proud to be part of an elite
community of only 1% of hospitals to have received this designation five or
more 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