Emergency Department
The George Washington University Hospital
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About the Role
Join a 52-bed Level I Trauma Center within a leading academic hospital. The Emergency Department provides care to a primarily adult patient population, with approximately 23% of patients age 65 and older. The department is a Joint Commission-certified Thrombectomy Capable Stroke Center and holds Bronze-level Geriatric Accreditation.
Job Summary
Provides safe, competent nursing care for patients in accordance with facility policies, standards, and philosophy. Provides professional leadership and support to the healthcare team. Patient Centered Care concepts are the foundation for all nursing care. Demonstrates Service Excellence standards at all times.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide structured orientation program based on the TSAM model.
- Support nurses in building confidence and competence.
- Facilitate progression to trauma assignments as clinical readiness is demonstrated.
- Foster a culture where patients come first, accountability matters, and professionalism is expected and valued.
- Encourage a team that takes ownership of its practice, supports one another, communicates openly, and holds itself to a high standard.
- Empower nurses to speak up, take ownership, pursue growth, and contribute to a culture of shared responsibility.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Graduate of an accredited or NLN-approved RN program.
- ACLS, NRP (NRP to be obtained within three months of employment)
- BLS
- Current state nursing license.
- Experience: Prefer one year full time or three years part time experience in an acute care setting.
- Requirements specified for specialty unit.
Qualifications
- RN program graduate.
- ACLS, NRP (NRP to be obtained within three months of employment)
- BLS
- Current state nursing license.
- One year full time or three years part time experience in acute care setting is preferred.
- Specialty unit specific requirements.