Registered Nurse (RN) - Rapid Response
GEORGE WASHINGTON UNIV HOSP
WASHINGTON, Washington, DC
3x12 hrs, Nights
Sign-On Bonus

RAPID RESPONSE RN , REGISTERED NURSE

PART TIME 2X12 HRS PER WEEK (NIGHTS ONLY)

$15,000 SIGN ON 

The Rapid Response Registered Nurse (RN) at The George Washington University Hospital plays a critical role in providing immediate and specialized care to patients experiencing medical emergencies or changes in their condition. The Rapid Response RN functions as a highly skilled clinician, assessing patients' conditions, making swift clinical decisions, and coordinating rapid interventions to prevent further deterioration and ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Responsibilities:

1. Rapid Assessment: Respond promptly to emergency situations and conduct comprehensive assessments of patients' conditions to identify critical issues and potential complications.

2. Clinical Expertise: Utilize advanced clinical knowledge and critical thinking skills to provide timely interventions, including administering medications, performing procedures, and implementing necessary treatments.

3. Communication: Collaborate closely with the healthcare team, including physicians, nurses, and other specialists, to communicate observations, assessments, and recommendations for patient care.

4. Coordination: Coordinate and facilitate the rapid response team's actions, ensuring seamless transitions between departments and units as needed.

5. Documentation: Maintain accurate and detailed patient records, documenting assessment findings, interventions performed, and patient responses to treatments.

6. Education: Provide education and support to patients, families, and caregivers regarding the patient's condition, treatment plan, and potential outcomes.

7. Quality Improvement: Participate in quality improvement initiatives, contributing to the development of best practices and evidence-based protocols for rapid response situations.

8. Emergency Preparedness: Stay current with the latest advancements in emergency medical care and maintain readiness to respond effectively to a wide range of medical emergencies.

9. Patient Advocacy: Serve as an advocate for patients' needs and rights, ensuring that care is delivered with compassion, respect, and cultural sensitivity.

RN Benefits, Special Incentives & Perks:

• Generous Sign-On Bonus:up to $25,000 as a sign-on bonus when you join our team. 
• Relocation Assistance: We offer a $3,000 relocation package to make your transition smoother.
• Professional Development: Enjoy $500 annually to invest in your professional growth.
• Education Allowance: Receive an annual $3,000 allowance to further your education.
• Monthly Extra Shift Bonus: Get an additional $3,000 each month through our 4x4 incentive program.
• Shift Differential: Earn an extra $4 to $8 per hour as a shift differential.
• Certification Bonus: Receive a $1,000 bonus annually for maintaining your certifications.
• Referral Bonus: Refer a fellow RN, and you'll get a $5,000 bonus.
• Commuter Subsidy: We provide a monthly $100 commuter subsidy.
• Paid Time Off: Enjoy 208 hours of paid time off annually. *(104 hours Part time)
• Clinical Nurse Associate I Bonus: Enroll to become a Clinical Nurse Associate I and receive a $2,000 bonus in your first year.
• Cutting-Edge Environment: Thrive in a challenging and rewarding work environment with advanced technological systems, processes, and best practices.
• Employee Wellness: We are committed to your well-being through our sponsored programs by the Strategic Employee Engagement Council and GWU Wellness Center.
• Diversity and Inclusion: Be a part of an inclusive and diverse environment, supported by the Diversity & Inclusion Council.
• Retirement Savings: Benefit from our 401(k) plan with a company match of up to 6%.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy excellent medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans.
• Shared Governance: We follow a shared governance model that values your input and collaboration.
• Flexible Scheduling: Say goodbye to mandatory overtime; schedule your shifts as you prefer.
• Clinical Advancement: Join the L.E.A.R.N. Clinical Nurse Advancement Program, which includes monetary rewards.
• Continuous Development: Grow and develop through job-related training, continuing education, and mobility opportunities within the UHS subsidiaries.
• Flexible Paid Time Off: Opt to waive your PTO days and receive a 12% increase in your base rate. *(6% Part time)
• Employee Discounts: Enjoy exclusive discounts and a wide array of additional perks.

We value our RNs and offer a comprehensive package to support your career growth, well-being, and work-life balance.

About GWUH: 

The George Washington University Hospital (GW Hospital) is a 395-bed tertiary care, academic medical center located in downtown Washington, DC, next to the Foggy Bottom metro. GW Hospital serves a diverse group of patients—from residents to our nation’s leaders. As an academic medical center, GW Hospital has the resources and clinical expertise necessary to provide specialized, complex care. This expertise includes cardiac, cancer, neurosciences, women’s health, trauma, and advanced surgery including robotic and minimally invasive surgery. Hospital is jointly owned and operated by George Washington University and a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS). The GW School of Medicine and Health Sciences (SMHS), adjacent to the hospital, is the 11th oldest medical center in the country and the first in the nation’s capital.

The mission of GW Hospital is to provide the highest quality healthcare, advanced medical technology, and world-class ser