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

Howard University Hospital Washington, DC

$75 / hour

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 Days | 7:30 AM – 8:00 PM 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). 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 (Fixed Rate). 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

NICU

Full-time

6 days ago

NICU Registered Nurse I

Children's National Hospital Washington, DC

$36.35 - $36.85 / hour

Kids Are Our Everything. Department 10300 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Pay Range $36.35 - $36.85 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. Minimum Education Associate's Degree ASN (Required) Bachelor's Degree BSN (Preferred) Minimum Work Experience 0 years (Required) Required Skills/Knowledge The licensed Registered Nurse will successfully complete the hospital and nursing orientation at Children’s National. Identify resources and know when to ask for assistance. Demonstrated leadership and management skills. Identify self learning needs and seek resources to meet those needs. Required Licenses And Certifications Registered Nurse Registered Nurse licensed in the District of Columbia, Maryland or Virginia dependent upon location of practice. (Required)Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) (Required) Functional Accountabilities Transformational Leadership Contribute to MagnetTM re-designation as evidenced by timely annual completion of professional profile and participation in relevant councils, committees, task forces and/or community outreach. Demonstrate critical thinking skills as evidenced by successful completion of change project. Recognize need to escalate patient care issues via chain of command. Utilize the currently identified process to ensure accurate hand off. Demonstrate ability to work cohesively with ancillary staff to meet patient care needs. Cooperate in the implementation of change and support management decisions. Demonstrate empathy , concern and a desire to be helpful to others. Structural Empowerment Complete all mandatory education and regulatory requirements and participates in professional activities to enhance nursing practice. Participate in performance appraisal and peer review. Support department goals for formal education, national certification, national safety standards and service excellence. Work in a collaborative manner with all members of the healthcare team and is viewed positively by coworkers. Exemplary Professional Practice Gather physical and psychosocial data on patient and family and complete accurate and timely patient assessment. Demonstrate clinical skills necessary to care for assigned patients. Develop assessment, organizational and prioritization skills necessary to care for patients whose clinical needs change throughout the shift. Complete documentation in accordance with policies and procedures. Continually assess and plan proactively for educational needs throughout hospital/clinic stay and before time of discharge. Organize care to complete assignment on time. Demonstrate caring in all encounters with patient and family as evidenced by feedback from parents and an increase in patient satisfaction scores. Safety Speak up when team members appear to exhibit unsafe behavior or performance Continuously validate and verify information needed for decision making or documentation Stop in the face of uncertainty and takes time to resolve the situation Demonstrate accurate, clear and timely verbal and written communication Actively promote safety for patients, families, visitors and co-workers Attend carefully to important details - practicing Stop, Think, Act and Review in order to self-check behavior and performanc The disclosed salary range includes the minimum and maximum rates within which Children’s National believes an individual’s base pay rate will fall for this position. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the maximum of the pay range. The exact pay rate for this position will be based on a variety of factors in alignment with the Children’s National compensation philosophy. These factors are legitimate and non-discriminatory including, but not limited to, the current market conditions; organizational needs; the individual’s combination of prior work experience, level of education, knowledge, skills, and other qualifications. Children’s National is committed to providing a fair and competitive total rewards package to each of our employees. This base salary range does not include our comprehensive benefits package or any additional compensation for which this position may be eligible. Childrens National Hospital is an equal opportunity employer that evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, identity, or other characteristics protected by law. The “Know Your Rights” poster is available here: and the pay transparency policy is available here: Know Your RightsPay Transparency Nondiscrimination Poster. Please note that it is the policy of Children's National Hospital to ensure a “drug-free” work environment: a workplace free from the illegal use, possession or distribution of controlled substances (as defined in the Controlled Substances Act), or the misuse of legal substances, by all staff (management, employees and contractors). Though recreational and medical marijuana are now legal in the District of Columbia, Children's National and its affiliates maintain the right, in accordance with our policy, to enforce a drug-free workplace, including prohibiting recreational or prescribed marijuana.