Pediatric Transplant Outpatient RN
Washington, District of Columbia
MedStar Georgetown University Hospital

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (Pediatric Transplant)

Location: Washington, District of Columbia
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Position: Pediatric Transplant RN
• Shift: Monday to Friday, 5 days a week, 8-hour shifts (08:30 AM - 05:00 PM)
• No on-call or weekend requirements; holiday coverage as needed
• No float requirement
• Work setting: Outpatient clinic specializing in pediatric pre/post liver and small bowel transplant, and hepatology
• Role includes patient care coordination such as labs, imaging, phone triage, and communication with the multidisciplinary team

Requirements

• Must have a valid DC RN license in hand upon submission
• BLS certification (AHA or ARC) required
• Minimum 2 years of experience in pediatric pre/post liver transplant, small bowel transplant, and hepatology
• Prior travel assignment completion required
• Flu vaccine required for all employees at this facility

Certifications & Competencies

• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) – review as applicable
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) – required for RN/LPNs working in Pediatrics
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) – as required by unit
• TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course) – as required by unit
• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam (must score 80% or higher within 3 years of start)
• Dysrhythmia/EKG Competency Exam (specific units only; must meet detailed scoring requirements)
• Other certifications as required by unit or profession

Background & Compliance Checks

• Criminal background check within 90 days of start, covering all locations lived/worked/schooled in past 7 years
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks prior to start and monthly thereafter
• Education verification of highest degree required by position
• Drug screen within 90 days of start (excluding marijuana), updated annually
• I-9 and E-Verify attestation required upon hire
• Valid driver's license if driving is an essential job function

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Annual physical exam confirming ability to work without accommodations and free from communicable disease
• N95 Fit Test within 9 months of start, updated annually (client may complete on-site if needed)
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year, updated annually; TB questionnaire if prior positive history without treatment
• Tdap vaccine within 10 years preferred
• Documentation of immunity or vaccination for:

  • Measles (Rubeola)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Varicella
  • Hepatitis B (titer, series, or signed declination)
• Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required during flu season (Sept-Mar)
• COVID-19 vaccination strongly recommended; declination requires mask use during patient encounters

Experience & References

• Two positive supervisory references required, including one from the most recent assignment
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience within the past 3 years
• Completion of at least one prior travel assignment required for travel contracts

Additional Notes

• Clear, professional photo required for badge
• Completion of facility-specific modules prior to start date
• Annual acknowledgment of orientation safety manual required
• Skills checklist and competency exams must be current and updated annually

This position offers an opportunity to work in a specialized pediatric transplant outpatient setting with a supportive multidisciplinary team and no weekend or on-call duties.