Nursing Jobs in Columbia, MD
$75,108.80 - $133,099.20 / year
$25,000.00 Sign-On Bonus** The Operating Room Nurse provides patient care in a surgical setting in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice with the policies, values, and mission of the organization. Monitors and manages the patient and operative environment during surgery to maintain a safe environment, optimize outcomes and maximize available resources. All nursing practice is based on the legal scope of practice, national and specialty nursing standards, Children's National Policies and Procedures, and in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations. The Professional Model of Care requires registered professional nurses to be responsible and accountable for their own practice. Children's National supports the development of RN relationships within the community; specifically those relationships associated with the health and well-being of the community at large. A RN is an independent practitioner who functions as an identified resource to staff in a patient care area. H/She will provide comprehensive patient care to a variety of patients. Incorporate all members of the health care team in the planning and delivery of patient care. Will deal successfully with complex clinical problems. Conduct quick assessment of patients and handle emergency situations appropriately. Demonstrate evidence based practice through participation in unit projects and activities. Minimum Education Associate's Degree Graduated from an approved school of nursing. (Required) Bachelor's Degree BSN (Preferred) Minimum Work Experience 2 years At least 2 years of operating room experience required. (Required) 2 years Experience in at least two of the following specialties: Neurosurgery, Ortho, Ortho-Spine, General Surgery, Colorectal, ENT, Davinci Robotic, Kidney transplant. (Required) Required Skills/Knowledge 1 year Pediatric OR experience preferred (Preferred) Successfully complete the hospital and nursing orientation at Children’s National. Excel in organizational skills, adjust for changes and be able to complete assignment on time. Care will incorporate best practices based on benchmarks and evidence within the literature Maintain proficiency in at least three or more of the following services: General Surgery, Colorectal, Kidney Transplant, ENT, Ortho/Ortho-spine, Neurosurgery, Cardiac Surgery, Urology/Davinci-Robotic, Plastic, Oral Maxillofacial, GI. Knowledge of basic computer skill and ability to learn and apply new technology and skills Adaptability: Maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work responsibilities or environment; adjusting effectively to change by exploring the benefits of trying new approaches, and collaborating with others to make the change successful Building Partnerships: Developing and leveraging relationships within and across work groups to achieve results Collaboration: Working cooperatively with others to help a team or work group achieve its goals Communication: Conveying information and ideas clearly and concisely to individuals or groups in an engaging manger that helps them understand and retain the message; listening actively to others. Inclusive of written and verbal skills Diversity and Inclusion: Being sensitive to cultural diversity, race, gender, and other differences in the workforce; recognize the value of diverse perspectives and experiences and fosters a work environment reflective of the community at large. Decision Making: Identifying and understanding problems and opportunities by gathering, analyzing, and interpreting quantitative and qualitative information; choosing the best course of action by establishing clear decision criteria, generating and evaluating alternatives, and making timely decisions; taking the action that is consistent with available facts and constraints and optimizes probable consequences; demonstrating critical thinking skills by problem solving patient care, and unit/system issues. Managing Relationships: Meeting the personal needs of individuals to build trust, encourage two-way communication and strengthen relationships Managing Work: Effectively manage ones time and resources to ensure work is completed efficiently Required Licenses And Certifications Registered Nurse in District of Columbia Registered Nurse licensed in the District of Columbia, Maryland or Virginia dependent upon location of practice. (Required)Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider (BLS) (Required) Functional Accountabilities Certified Nurse OR (CNOR) (Preferred) Functions As An Operating Room Nurse Consults and coordinates with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate intraoperative patient care plans. Serves as the communication liaison to patients, families, and members of the operating team. Prepares the operation room for the patient and the surgical procedure. Assembles equipment, supplies and implants, and ensures equipment is functional, and supplies and implants are available. Delivers perioperative patient and family centered care incorporating the nursing process while providing developmentally appropriate, culturally sensitive, evidence based care. Utilizes outcome data at the patient level to make care decisions. Participates in the quality improvement activities and uses quality measures to understand individual and unit performance. Provides direct guidance and oversight of the orientee in all patient care and clinical activities and ensures that those behaviors adhere to documentation standards, standards of care, and policies and procedures. Participates in unit shared governance initiatives to improve patient care, throughput as determined by leadership. Navigates and documents in the EMR to support patient care. Works within scope of practice and delegates according to Nurse Practice Act. Demonstrates the knowledge of risk and safety issues and uses measures to ensure optimal outcomes Actively participates in Universal Protocol and timeout, including the fire risk assessment with the surgical team prior to the start of the surgical procedure according to hospital policy guidelines. Completes post procedure pause at conclusion of surgical case. Understands purpose of positioning devices and uses them correctly, following policy, to protect the patient from injury and to promote optimal exposure. Follow established policy and procedures for instrument counts; initiate corrective actions when instrument counts are incorrect. Verifies medications, concentrations, expiration dates of all medication received on the sterile filed in concert with ST, surgeon, and Anesthesia provider. Communicates observations or concerns related to unsafe situations that pose a risk to patients, families or the healthcare team. Stop in the face of uncertainty and take time to resolve the situation. Continuously validate and verify information needed for decision making. Demonstrate accurate, clear and timely verbal and written communication. Actively promote safety for patients, families, visitors and co-workers. Pay attention to detail, practice STAR - Stop, Think, Act, Review. Assist the surgical team with emergency situations. Demonstrates actions that shows accountability and professional judgment Arrives to the unit on time. Handles difficult situations appropriately. Utilizes downtime constructively. Complies with departmental policies and procedures. Consistently participates in staff meeting and in-services to improve skills. Completes, documents, and reports all mandatory education and training. New Knowledge, Innovations, and Improvements Initiate ways to improve operations through quality improvement and implement related solutions. Serve as a resource for current, new information or changes in specialty area. Care incorporates best practices based on benchmarks and evidence within the literature. Mentor and precept new nurses in clinical specialties. Transformational Leadership Contribute to Magnet re-designation as evidenced by independent involvement or leadership in: committees, task forces and/or community outreach. Role model critical thinking skills by problem-solving patient care and unit/system issues. Communication reflects development of plan of care and ability to advocate to meet patients’ needs; makes suggestions for resolution of system issues. Role model procedures for escalation of issues; utilize chain of command. Demonstrate a collegial and respectful relationship with peers, physicians and other departments. Demonstrate proper use of identified hand off processes; follow up on inconsistent practice related to handoff. Take the lead in implementing change and support management decisions. Role model behavior that reflects empathy, concern and a desire to help others. Structural Empowerment Independently maintain regulatory requirements e.g. license, BLS. Initiate professional activities to enhance nursing practice. Engage in active review of peers giving constructive feedback through timely participation in evaluations. Role model adherence to national safety standards and service excellence standards; champion advancement of education and certification. Orchestrate involvement of the healthcare team and role model professional behavior and teamwork with co-workers. Serve as a resource as needed and know when to escalate to next level. Exemplary Professional Practice Analyze assessment data gathered from patient and family to ensure completion of database and plan of care within identified timeframes. Role model excellent clinical skills with complex patients; care reflects analysis of patient status and appropriate interventions. Direct prioritization and organization for complex patient with rapidly changing needs. Documentation exemplifies adherence to the highest standards of practice. Anticipate and proactively plan for educational needs; verify with patient and family throughout the hospital/outpatient stay and prior to discharge. Excel in organizational skills, adjust for changes and be able to complete assignment on time. Role model caring in all encounters with patient and family as evidenced by feedback from parents and an increase in patient satisfaction scores. Organizational Accountabilities Organizational Accountabilities (Staff) Organizational Commitment/Identification Teamwork/Communication Performance Improvement/Problem-solving Cost Management/Financial Responsibility Safety Minimum Education Associate's Degree Graduated from an approved school of nursing. (Required) Minimum Work Experience 2 years At least 2 years of operating room experience required. (Required) 2 years Experience in at least two of the following specialties: Neurosurgery, Ortho, Ortho-Spine, General Surgery, Colorectal, ENT, Davinci Robotic, Kidney transplant. (Required) Required Skills/Knowledge Successfully complete the hospital and nursing orientation at Children’s National. Excel in organizational skills, adjust for changes and be able to complete assignment on time. Care will incorporate best practices based on benchmarks and evidence within the literature Maintain proficiency in at least three or more of the following services: General Surgery, Colorectal, Kidney Transplant, ENT, Ortho/Ortho-spine, Neurosurgery, Cardiac Surgery, Urology/Davinci-Robotic, Plastic, Oral Maxillofacial, GI. Knowledge of basic computer skill and ability to learn and apply new technology and skills Adaptability: Maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work responsibilities or environment; adjusting effectively to change by exploring the benefits of trying new approaches, and collaborating with others to make the change successful Building Partnerships: Developing and leveraging relationships within and across work groups to achieve results Collaboration: Working cooperatively with others to help a team or work group achieve its goals Communication: Conveying information and ideas clearly and concisely to individuals or groups in an engaging manger that helps them understand and retain the message; listening actively to others. Inclusive of written and verbal skills Diversity and Inclusion: Being sensitive to cultural diversity, race, gender, and other differences in the workforce; recognize the value of diverse perspectives and experiences and fosters a work environment reflective of the community at large. Decision Making: Identifying and understanding problems and opportunities by gathering, analyzing, and interpreting quantitative and qualitative information; choosing the best course of action by establishing clear decision criteria, generating and evaluating alternatives, and making timely decisions; taking the action that is consistent with available facts and constraints and optimizes probable consequences; demonstrating critical thinking skills by problem solving patient care, and unit/system issues. Managing Relationships: Meeting the personal needs of individuals to build trust, encourage two-way communication and strengthen relationships Managing Work: Effectively manage ones time and resources to ensure work is completed efficiently Required Licenses And Certifications Registered Nurse in District of Columbia Registered Nurse licensed in the District of Columbia, Maryland or Virginia dependent upon location of practice. (Required)Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider (BLS) (Required) Functional Accountabilities Functions as an Operating Room Nurse Consults and coordinates with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate intraoperative patient care plans. Serves as the communication liaison to patients, families, and members of the operating team. Prepares the operation room for the patient and the surgical procedure. Assembles equipment, supplies and implants, and ensures equipment is functional, and supplies and implants are available. Delivers perioperative patient and family centered care incorporating the nursing process while providing developmentally appropriate, culturally sensitive, evidence based care. Utilizes outcome data at the patient level to make care decisions. Participates in the quality improvement activities and uses quality measures to understand individual and unit performance. Provides direct guidance and oversight of the orientee in all patient care and clinical activities and ensures that those behaviors adhere to documentation standards, standards of care, and policies and procedures. Participates in unit shared governance initiatives to improve patient care, throughput as determined by leadership. Navigates and documents in the EMR to support patient care. Works within scope of practice and delegates according to Nurse Practice Act. Demonstrates the knowledge of risk and safety issues and uses measures to ensure optimal outcomes Actively participates in Universal Protocol and timeout, including the fire risk assessment with the surgical team prior to the start of the surgical procedure according to hospital policy guidelines. Completes post procedure pause at conclusion of surgical case. Understands purpose of positioning devices and uses them correctly, following policy, to protect the patient from injury and to promote optimal exposure. Follow established policy and procedures for instrument counts; initiate corrective actions when instrument counts are incorrect. Verifies medications, concentrations, expiration dates of all medication received on the sterile filed in concert with ST, surgeon, and Anesthesia provider. Communicates observations or concerns related to unsafe situations that pose a risk to patients, families or the healthcare team. Stop in the face of uncertainty and take time to resolve the situation. Continuously validate and verify information needed for decision making. Demonstrate accurate, clear and timely verbal and written communication. Actively promote safety for patients, families, visitors and co-workers. Pay attention to detail, practice STAR - Stop, Think, Act, Review. Assist the surgical team with emergency situations. Demonstrates actions that shows accountability and professional judgment Arrives to the unit on time. Handles difficult situations appropriately. Utilizes downtime constructively. Complies with departmental policies and procedures. Consistently participates in staff meeting and in-services to improve skills. Completes, documents, and reports all mandatory education and training. New Knowledge, Innovations, and Improvements Initiate ways to improve operations through quality improvement and implement related solutions. Serve as a resource for current, new information or changes in specialty area. Care incorporates best practices based on benchmarks and evidence within the literature. Mentor and precept new nurses in clinical specialties. Transformational Leadership Contribute to Magnet re-designation as evidenced by independent involvement or leadership in: committees, task forces and/or community outreach. Role model critical thinking skills by problem-solving patient care and unit/system issues. Communication reflects development of plan of care and ability to advocate to meet patients’ needs; makes suggestions for resolution of system issues. Role model procedures for escalation of issues; utilize chain of command. Demonstrate a collegial and respectful relationship with peers, physicians and other departments. Demonstrate proper use of identified hand off processes; follow up on inconsistent practice related to handoff. Take the lead in implementing change and support management decisions. Role model behavior that reflects empathy, concern and a desire to help others. Structural Empowerment Independently maintain regulatory requirements e.g. license, BLS. Initiate professional activities to enhance nursing practice. Engage in active review of peers giving constructive feedback through timely participation in evaluations. Role model adherence to national safety standards and service excellence standards; champion advancement of education and certification. Orchestrate involvement of the healthcare team and role model professional behavior and teamwork with co-workers. Serve as a resource as needed and know when to escalate to next level. Exemplary Professional Practice Analyze assessment data gathered from patient and family to ensure completion of database and plan of care within identified timeframes. Role model excellent clinical skills with complex patients; care reflects analysis of patient status and appropriate interventions. Direct prioritization and organization for complex patient with rapidly changing needs. Documentation exemplifies adherence to the highest standards of practice. Anticipate and proactively plan for educational needs; verify with patient and family throughout the hospital/outpatient stay and prior to discharge. Excel in organizational skills, adjust for changes and be able to complete assignment on time. Role model caring in all encounters with patient and family as evidenced by feedback from parents and an increase in patient satisfaction scores. Organizational Accountabilities Organizational Accountabilities (Staff) Organizational Commitment/Identification Teamwork/Communication Performance Improvement/Problem-solving Cost Management/Financial Responsibility Safety Primary Location District of Columbia-Washington Work Locations CN Hospital (Main Campus) Job Nursing Organization Surgery COE Position Status R (Regular) Shift Variable Work Schedule 3 twelve hr. shifts and call Job Posting Apr 30, 2026, 6:37:52 PM Full-Time Salary Range 75108.8 $66,942.34 - $102,872.41 / year
The Hospice Admissions Nurse reports to the Admissions Team Manager. The Hospice Admissions Nurse assesses patients in their place of residence or in hospitals and prepares the patient for entry into the spectrum of services provided by Gilchrist Hospice Care. The Hospice Admissions Nurse serves also as ambassador for Gilchrist Hospice Care within the service area. Education: Diploma, ADN and/or BSN from an accredited institution Licensures/Certifications: Current MD nursing license. Experience: Three years of nursing. Home Health or Hospice experience preferred but not required. Skills: • Knowledgeable of universal precautions for infection control and practices safe nursing standards for self protection • Strong time management skills and the ability to function with a changing daily schedule. • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills • Ability to be patient and family focused and provide patient/caregiver education • Skill in the use of EMR (Electronic Medical Record) Principal Duties and Responsibilities: • Completes initial assessment of patient and family/caregivers to ascertain Hospice eligibility and needs - including physical, emotional, spiritual and mental status. • Prepares and implements the initial care plan for patient/family unit with Medical Director approval. • Provides direct nursing care to patients in order to maintain highest level of care. • Inform Team Leader of utilization of other team members, outside agencies, and community resources upon initial assessment findings. • Document clinical findings to assure initial hospice eligibility and participate in discharge planning when necessary working with relevant patient care, social services, and other departments. • Teaches family members or hired caregivers, patient care skills, including: pain control, medication (RN titrates medication within prescribed range), injections, draws blood for labs, manages IV's, dressing changes, hygiene, nutrition, checking vital signs in accordance with orders from physician • Ensures that arrangements for equipment necessary in the home setting are made available. • Attends to patient and family at time of patient’s death if it occurs at the time of visit. • Participates in Admissions department projects and process improvement strategies. • Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with all possible Hospice referral sources in the service area. Meet with healthcare administrators representing Gilchrist Hospice Care within the community. • Obtain necessary consents in accordance with applicable regulations & reimbursement policies. All roles must demonstrate GBMC Values: Respect I will treat everyone with courtesy. I will foster a healing environment. · Treats others with fairness, kindness, and respect for personal dignity and privacy · Listens and responds appropriately to others’ needs, feelings, and capabilities Excellence I will strive for superior performance in every aspect of my work. I will recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of others. · Meets and/or exceeds customer expectations · Actively pursues learning and self-development · Pays attention to detail; follows through Accountability I will be professional in the way I act, look and speak. I will take ownership to solve problems. · Sets a positive, professional example for others · Takes ownership of problems and does what is needed to solve them · Appropriately plans and utilizes required resources for various job duties · Reports to work regularly and on time Teamwork I will be engaged and collaborative. I will keep people informed. · Works cooperatively and collaboratively with others for the success of the team · Addresses and resolves conflict in a positive way · Seeks out the ideas of others to reach the best solutions · Acknowledges and celebrates the contribution of others Ethical Behavior I will always act with honesty and integrity. I will protect the patient. · Demonstrates honesty, integrity and good judgment · Respects the cultural, psychosocial, and spiritual needs of patients/families/coworkers Results I will set goals and measure outcomes that support organizational goals. I will give and accept help to achieve goals. · Embraces change and improvement in the work environment · Continuously seeks to improve the quality of products/services · Displays flexibility in dealing with new situations or obstacles · Achieves results on time by focusing on priorities and manages time efficiently Pay Range $66,942.34 - $102,872.41 Final salary offer will be based on the candidate's qualifications, education, experience and alignment with our organizational needs. Equal Employment Opportunity GBMC HealthCare and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. 
