RN ER Full-time
Howard University Hospital

Clinical Nurse (RN) – Per Diem Level III | Emergency Department | Nights

$75 / hour

Clinical Nurse, RN – Per Diem Level III | Emergency Department | Nights

Howard University Hospital  |  Washington, DC

Role Summary

The Clinical Nurse – Per Diem (RN) is a Registered Nurse reporting to the Clinical Nursing Administrator and embedded in the fast-paced Howard University Hospital Emergency Department — a Level I Trauma Center serving the Washington, DC metro area. Through collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, you will deliver safe, effective, patient-centered care to acute and emergency patient populations. You will exemplify HUH's CARES values, adhere to ANA standards of practice, and fulfill our nursing mission and vision.

What You'll Do

  • Perform rapid, comprehensive assessments and develop individualized plans of care for ED patients presenting with a wide range of emergent and urgent conditions
  • Intervene quickly and decisively at the bedside — administering medications, initiating procedures, and adjusting care plans in response to changes in patient status
  • Establish rapport with patients and families under high-stress conditions, providing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support throughout the ED visit
  • Document patient care, assessments, and outcomes accurately in the electronic health record; communicate irregularities and continuing care needs across nursing teams
  • Delegate tasks appropriately to non-licensed personnel and assistants
  • Adhere to infection control protocols, medication administration and storage procedures, and controlled substance regulations
  • Participate in unit performance improvement programs, and engage in education, engagement, and practice committees
  • Maintain and grow clinical knowledge through educational workshops, professional publications, and professional societies
  • Perform other duties as assigned consistent with the scope of this role

Required Qualifications

  • Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required; Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred
  • Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
  • Minimum three (3) years of bedside RN experience in an Emergency Department setting
  • Current, active RN license in the District of Columbia
  • Current BLS and ACLS certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) required
  • Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) highly preferred
  • Nationally recognized nursing certification in emergency nursing (e.g., CEN) highly desirable

About Howard University Hospital

With over 150 years of caring for our community in the Washington, DC area, Howard University Hospital has a world-renowned reputation for high-quality, patient-centric care. As a Level I Trauma Center and the nation's only teaching hospital located on the campus of a Historically Black University, we offer a superior learning environment built on groundbreaking research and exceptional patient outcomes.

What We Offer

  • Highly competitive per diem compensation
  • Flexible scheduling within defined per diem commitment
  • Professional practice environment grounded in the HUH CARES values
  • Opportunities to contribute to a respected academic and clinical institution

Please note: Per Diem positions are not benefits-eligible and do not accrue PTO. Employees may be eligible for compensation under the DC Accrued Sick and Safe Leave Act (ASSLA).

Position Details

Position Type Per Diem – Level III Commitment
Department Emergency Department
Shift Nights | 7:30 PM – 8:00 AM
Schedule Three (3) 12-hour shifts per week, set in four (4) week cycles
Weekend Requirement Two weekends per month (24 hours/month)
Holiday Requirement Every other major holiday required (New Year's, Thanksgiving, Christmas — beginning the night before). Additional coverage expected for Easter, Memorial Day, Independence Day, and Labor Day

Pay & Schedule

This is a per diem, non-exempt position. Hourly rate is $75.00/hour.

Compliance Statements

Howard University Hospital is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Howard University Hospital requires all external applicants to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 prior to commencing employment. Proof of vaccination may be required, or vaccination may be offered at a designated HUH location.

Individuals with disabilities who require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or hiring process should contact: HUHLA@huhosp.org

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