General Summary of Position
Unit Highlights
The Neonatal ICU at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital
is a 36-bed unit which provides expert nursing care for infants with many
critical diagnoses. It is one of two Level IV NICUs in Washington, D.C., which
is the highest level designated by the American Academy of Pediatrics. Some of
the most seen diagnoses are:
Respiratory Distress Syndrome
Extreme Prematurity
Neonatal Encephalopathy
Persistent Pulmonary Hypertension
Sepsis/Septic Shock
Neurological Disorders
Genetic and/or Metabolic Disorders
Gastrointestinal Disorders
Surgical needs
Ours is the only NICU in the Washington, D.C. region where
a Clinical Nurse can participate in high-risk deliveries, be trained as an ECMO
tech and participate in both flight and ground transports. Our NICU is the
major referral center for all MedStar-affiliated facilities, as well as several
community hospitals in the tri-state area. The NICU offers the following
innovative treatments and technologies:
ECMO: ExtraCorporeal Membrane Oxygenation
Total Body Therapeutic Hypothermia
Bedside Patent Ductus Arteriosus Ligation
Inhaled Nitric Oxide
High Frequency Oscillator Ventilation
High Frequency Jet Ventilation
The NICU Nursing Staff is incredibly engaged, with a
remarkable number of nurses participating in Shared Governance and the Clinical
Advancement Program. The following committees/councils are Clinical Nurse-led
and driven:
Parent Advisory Support Group
Practice Council
Scheduling Committee
Bereavement Committee
Developmental Care Committee
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. Magnet® Recognition.
Qualifications
- ADN, BSN, MSN, or CNL from an accredited School of Nursing required.
- At least one year of NICU RN Experience required.
- Active DC RN License, NRP, and Basic Life Support for Healthcare providers required.
This position has a hiring range of $38.00 - $63.30