Intermediate Care Unit Registered Nurse in Washington, DC

Registered Nurse RN IMC Full Time Day

Responsibilities

Job Summary :

George Washington University Hospital is seeking a dedicated and experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Intermediate Care Unit (IMC). The IMC serves patients who require a higher level of care than a general medical-surgical unit but do not need the intensive care of an ICU. This role involves providing patient-centered care, close monitoring, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to ensure positive patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities :

• Provide high-quality nursing care to patients requiring intermediate care, including those with complex medical conditions and those transitioning from ICU.
• Monitor vital signs, administer medications, and respond to changes in patient conditions promptly.
• Collaborate with physicians, specialists, and the healthcare team to develop and implement individualized patient care plans.
• Educate patients and their families about their medical conditions, treatment plans, and post-discharge care.
• Document patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with hospital policies.
• Participate in unit-based quality improvement initiatives and maintain compliance with safety standards.

Main Benefits :

About GW Hospital

The George Washington University Hospital is a 395-bed tertiary care, academic medical center located in downtown Washington, DC.  Featuring a Level I Trauma Center and a Level III NICU, GW Hospital offers clinical expertise in a variety of areas, including cardiac, cancer, neurosciences, women’s health, and advanced surgery, including robotic and minimally invasive surgery. The mission of GW Hospital is to provide the highest quality health care, advanced medical technology and world-class service to its patients in an academic medical center dedicated to education and research. For more information, visit gwhospital.com.  Physicians are independent practitioners who are not employees or agents of The George Washington University Hospital. The hospital shall not be liable for actions or treatments provided by physicians.

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