Travel SICU Registered Nurse
Washington, DC
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Registered Nurse (SICU) - Travel/Contract

Location: Washington, District of Columbia
Facility Type: Acute Care, Level 1 Trauma, Teaching Hospital
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Requirements

• Must have a valid District of Columbia nursing license in hand (no pending licenses accepted)
• Must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 (medical/religious exemptions not accepted)
• Minimum 2 years of nursing experience required; 4 years preferred by manager
• First-time travelers accepted
• Required certifications:

  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • NIH Stroke Certification
• Weekend requirement: Every other weekend and every other holiday
• Patient ratio: 1 nurse to 2 patients
• No on-call required
• Floating within scope of practice may be required
• Guaranteed 36 hours per week
• Locals accepted
• Block scheduling may be accommodated based on unit needs
• Return to Office (RTO) restrictions: 1 request allowed

Facility Highlights

• Total staffed beds: 228
• Charting system: Cerner Sorian 1st Generation
• Scrub color: Royal Blue
• Parking: Employee responsible for parking costs; public transportation accessible (closest Metro: Shaw/Howard University station)

Required Documentation & Compliance

• Proof of I9 or attestation
• Government-issued photo ID (must be carried during work hours)
• E-Verify or attestation
• Background check: 7-year criminal history, SS trace, counties, nationwide, sex offender, FACIS level 3, education verification
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks within 30 days of start and updated for renewals
• Education verification through primary source (transcripts/diplomas not accepted as sole proof)
• NURSYS verification for RN license
• Clinical references (2 required)
• Employment application including licensure, certifications, education, and employment history

Certifications (Must be current and not expiring within 30 days of start)

• ACLS (ARC, AHA, or DoD approved)
• BLS (ARC, AHA, or DoD approved)
• NIH Stroke Certification (required for ICU/SICU)
• Other certifications as applicable (PALS, NRP, TNCC) may be preferred or required depending on unit

Health & Safety Requirements

• Physical exam completed by a physician, updated annually
• Fit mask testing within one year of start, updated annually
• Immunizations and titers required:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (vaccine or declination form)
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year
  • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella, Varicella (titer or 2 vaccines, boosters if needed)
  • Hepatitis B (vaccine series, titer, or declination form)
• Drug screening: 9-panel drug test within last 12 months (instant acceptable)
• Flu vaccine required prior to start (no exemptions accepted)
• COVID-19 vaccine: Fully vaccinated required (booster preferred but not required)
• Additional health documents as applicable (CBC, eye exam, color blind exam)

Scheduling & Work Environment

• Every other weekend and holiday required
• Floating within scope to meet facility needs
• Block scheduling may be accommodated
• 36 guaranteed hours per week

This position is ideal for experienced SICU RNs with a DC license ready to work in a Level 1 Trauma, teaching hospital environment. Compliance with all licensing, certification, and health requirements is mandatory prior to start.