Nursing Jobs in Wheaton, MD
$82,347.20 - $137,238.40 / year
At the historic Takoma Theatre building, Children’s National offers top-ranked pediatric neurology and behavioral healthcare in the District of Columbia. Position Summary The Clinical Program Coordinator will successfully complete the hospital and nursing orientation at CNMC. Will coordinate nursing care and services for patients and family members in specific healthcare specialty encounters by telephonic, electronic, in person, and/or by mail. Will consult with physicians, and other healthcare providers to resolve health concerns. All nursing practice is based on the legal scope of practice, national and specialty nursing standards, CNMC 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. CNMC support the development of RN relationships within the community, specifically those relationships associated with the health and wellbeing of the community at large. Responsible to lead the activities of the patient care delivery team for specific patient population. Provide continuous accountability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate clinical care and ensure that continuity of care is maintained. This position is Monday - Friday. The shift may vary between 7:30am - 5:30pm. This role may require direct patient care as needed. Minimum Education Bachelor's Degree (Required) Minimum Work Experience 5 years of Nursing experience. Minimum of 1 year of recent pediatric experience in a comparable setting. Minimum of 1 year of demonstrated nursing leadership experience for example as a charge nurse, educator, preceptor, council chair /member advancement on the clinical ladder or comparable positions. (Required) Functional Accountabilities Professional Practice Participate in/support Shared Nursing Leadership. Contribute to the sustainability and advancement of nursing excellence which translates into on-going Magnet designation. Participate, contribute to internal/external committees, professional organizations, community activities. Accountable to support/participate in the Division of Nursing’s performance improvement process. Identify ,define ,and report on measures consistent with Nurse Sensitive Indicators (NSIs) for Ambulatory Nursing Practice. Integrate evidence-based practice and research into practice. Assist physicians and other professional providers to maintain appropriate cost and desired patient outcomes. 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 performance Patient Family- Centered Care Plan to consult and collaborate with patients, families physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants and other professional colleagues; involve patients and families in shared decision making; advocate for patient and family; accessing relevant health services. Responsible and having the authority and accountability for clinical care for specific patient population and area workflow; develop pertinent goals based on patient response to illness, health promotion and program expected outcomes; implement suitable, evidence-based nursing interventions; provide careful and complete documentation of care provided. Use the nursing process in the clinic setting and in tele-health services to assess patient problems and concerns; critically analyze and integrate subjective and objective data. Provide health education based on the patient /family learning preferences throughout a patient’s disease trajectory or health promotion; utilize expertise in cultural competency to enhance relationships, processes, and outcomes for patients/families. Engage opportunities to act in the best interest of the patient/family, building trust and confidence, while upholding moral and legal standards of due care. Coordinate mechanisms across systems, institutions, and community to provide continuity of care for wellness needs or health concerns; direct and participate in the development of patient care policies and protocols in order to advise and guide practice. Resources and Work Environment Establish and maintain medical equipment and supplies, include a plan to promote safe and effective use of equipment. Ensure regulatory requirements are met and area is in a constant state of readiness in area of practice; keep update on the application of health informatics systems such as diagnosis and treatment technology linked to patient care. Apply knowledge of operations, financial principles, and resources to ensure quality and appropriate care services are delivered in a cost effective and safe manner. Responsible to enhance knowledge, skills and abilities in areas in clinical, legal, regulatory and cultural competence associated with patient population and community relevant care. Employ critical attributes of effective collaboration to create, promote, and maintain an environment that supports successful partnership and high performance team outcomes. Partners for Excellence Facilitate interdisciplinary patient care rounds/conferences to review treatment goals and optimize outcomes. Ensure time, schedule and alternate coverage accuracy in meeting patients/families care and personal needs; participate in cross coverage of other areas providing clinical care when the special needs arise. Direct the flow of patients and staff to assure patients are adequately managed and the care environment is running smoothly. Work in collaboration with professional staff including RNs, LPNs, PCTs and other unlicensed assistive personnel as manifested in the state practice act/guidelines and CNMC job descriptions. Communicate and escalate clinical/administrative issues as appropriate to levels of individuals assigned for resolution. Participate in the peer review for staff. Organizational Accountabilities Organizational Commitment/Identification Anticipate and responds to customer needs; follows up until needs are met Teamwork/Communication Demonstrate collaborative and respectful behavior Partner with all team members to achieve goals Receptive to others’ ideas and opinions Performance Improvement/Problem-solving Contribute to a positive work environment Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to change Identify opportunities to improve clinical and administrative processes Make appropriate decisions, using sound judgment Cost Management/Financial Responsibility Use resources efficiently Search for less costly ways of doing things 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 performance Primary Location District of Columbia-Washington Work Locations Takoma Theatre Job Nursing Organization Ambulatory Position Status R (Regular) Shift Day Work Schedule Monday-Friday Job Posting Apr 14, 2026, 7:53:45 PM Full-Time Salary Range 82347.2 
$75,108.80 - $133,099.20 / year
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 wellbeing of the community at large. The nurse provides telephonic clinical assessment, advice, health education and counseling giving appropriate clinical disposition and facilitating referral. The nurse engaging in telenursing practice assesses, plans, intervenes, and evaluates the outcomes of nursing care, using technologies such as the Internet, computers, telephones, digital assessment tools, and telemonitoring equipment. This position is on-site at Children's National Shepherd Park located at 7125 13th Place NW, Washington, DC 20012. Minimum Education BSN (Required) Minimum Work Experience 5 years RN experience (Required) Required Skills/Knowledge The licensed Registered Nurse will successfully complete the hospital and nursing orientation at Children’s National. Have basic computer skills (Experience with Microsoft® Windows operating system database and word processing software required -such as 30 wpm). Ability to handle multiple line phone. clinical knowledge in disease, prevention, wellness, health risk assessment, self-care management, and health education. Demonstrate effective prescription management skills. Application of the nursing process in telehealth care. Delivery of culturally sensitive, age-specific care to identified populations. Assessment and provision of care using telecommunication devices. Use of the clinical decision support tools. Demonstration of problem-solving, prioritization, collaboration, and customer relation skills. Communication skills: including effective listening, negotiation, counsel and crisis management. Knowledge and appropriate use of internal and external resources (people, services, and materials.) Prevention and reporting of unusual occurrences and adverse events. Required Licenses And Certifications Registered Nurse in District of Columbia (Required) Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) (Required) Certified Pediatric Nurse (CPN) (Required) Functional Accountabilities Telehealth nursing or Ambulatory Nursing (Preferred) Tele-Health Nursing Demonstrate appropriate and efficient use of department specific equipment/software necessary to perform role (multi-feature telephones, automatic call distribution (ACD), keyboard skills, Windows and call processing software, fax, copier, etc. Comply with call/email management standards. Demonstrate thorough knowledge of the program’s identified top 10 triage/ symptom guidelines. Manage clinical calls/emails using the nursing process; document caller encounters in the system. Be able to manage and document calls if computer system is down. Achieve telehealth and other applicable national certifications. Leadership Contribute to Magnet re-designation as evidenced by independent involvement or leadership in: committees, task forces and/or community outreach. Communicate plan of care and ability to advocate to meet patients’ needs; make suggestions for resolution of system issues. Role model procedures for escalation of issues, utilize chain of command. Demonstrate proper use of identified hand off processes; follow up on inconsistent practice related to handoff. Demonstrate a collegial and respectful relationship with peers, physicians and other departments. Take the lead to implement change and support management decisions. Structural Empowerment Maintain regulatory requirements e.g. license, BLS. Initiate professional activities to enhance nursing practice; provide telephonic and electronic clinical assessment, advice, health education and counseling - giving appropriate clinical disposition and facilitating referral. Engage in active review of peers giving constructive feedback through timely participation in evaluations. Serve as a resource as needed and know when to escalate to next level. 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. Anticipate and proactively plan for educational needs verified with patient and family throughout the hospital/outpatient stay and prior to discharge. Role Models 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 performance Organizational Accountabilities Program Improvement Initiate ways to improve operations through quality improvement and implement related solutions. Identify self-learning needs and take initiative to meet those needs. 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. Organizational Commitment/Identification Partner in the mission and upholds the core principles of the organization Committed to diversity and recognizes value of cultural ethnic differences Demonstrate personal and professional integrity Maintain confidentiality at all times Customer Service Anticipate and responds to customer needs; follows up until needs are me Teamwork/Communication Demonstrate collaborative and respectful behavior Partner with all team members to achieve goals Receptive to others’ ideas and opinions Performance Improvement/Problem-solving Contribute to a positive work environment Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to change Identify opportunities to improve clinical and administrative processes Make appropriate decisions, using sound judgment Cost Management/Financial Responsibility Use resources efficiently Search for less costly ways of doing things Primary Location District of Columbia-Washington Work Locations Shepherd Park & RDI Job Nursing Organization Goldberg Cntr Cmnty Ped Hlth Position Status R (Regular) Shift Variable Work Schedule Mon-Fri 0730-2000, Sat 0800-1630 Job Posting Mar 23, 2026, 7:23:58 PM Full-Time Salary Range 75108.8 
$97,843.20 - $163,072 / year
All nurse managers are responsible to a nurse executive and manage one or more defined areas of organized nursing services and are accountable for nursing services 24/7 as appropriate for the assigned area(s). Nurse managers participate in planning, implementation, management and evaluation of operations, supervision of staff, budget, regulatory readiness and staffing. Nurse managers facilitate an atmosphere of interactive management and the development of collegial relationships among nursing personnel and other health care disciplines throughout the organization. Minimum Work Experience 5 years (Required) Required Skills/Knowledge Strong knowledge of JCAHO and other regulatory agency requirements. Demonstrated leadership and management skills. Expertise in the area of specialty. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Required Licenses And Certifications Registered Nurse in District of Columbia (Required) Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider (BLS) (Required) Functional Accountabilities Grow Encourage and share new ways of making the right work easier to do Recognize and share incremental improvements in operations Promote the success of organizational and department initiatives by clearly aligning programs to the mission Exemplary Practice Establishes collaborative relationships with all members of the healthcare team to ensure optimal state of health and well-being of the patients and families served. Utilizes expertise in cultural competency to enhance relationships, processes, and outcomes for patients/families, ensuring education through face to face or telephonic methods. Treats every patient/family with dignity and worth, acknowledging their individuality and autonomy. Engages opportunities to act in the best interest of the patient/family, building trust and confidence, while upholding moral and legal standards of due care. Consistently evaluates care delivery model, incorporating various sources of data, (e.g. patient satisfaction data) to improve processes. Transformational Leadership Contributes to the development of departmental strategic plans. Supports and communicates the strategic plan to all employees. Uses budget tools to forecast and make decisions while analyzing and interpreting variances. Accountable for planning for staffing. Continuously monitors and adjusts staffing based on area needs. Uses trended data (e.g. labor productivity data) to manage the staffing plans. Assumes coverage of other areas when the need arises and assumes the responsibility, accountability and level of authority within authorized scope. Communicates and escalates clinical and administrative issues as appropriate to senior leadership Employs varied performance measures to analyze and enhance patient outcomes and staff/organization effectiveness. Ensures regulatory requirements are met and upholds overall safety standards of the work area Structural Empowerment Responsible for full implementation of Shared Nursing Leadership and participates in Hospital wide committees. Promotes staff/unit involvement in the community. Coordinates mechanisms across systems, institutions, and community to provide continuity of care in collaboration with key stakeholders. Employs critical attributes of effective collaboration to create, promote, and maintain an environment that supports successful partnership and high-performance team outcomes. Develops and engages ongoing monitoring, and staff and member education to assure environmental management plans provide safe, accessible, effective and functional environment of care. New Knowledge Ensures that the practice of nursing is based upon scientific evidence and best practice. Encourages staff participation in research. Encourages and facilitates professional certification and further education. Organizational Accountabilities Deliver Set and clearly communicate team goals and priorities in alignment with departmental goals and budgets Develop the budget and assign resources to meet the team goals Provide the resources and guidance required for employees to perform effectively Develop procedures to ensure high safety and quality, and course correct as needed Identify customers’ needs and ensure service excellence in meeting those needs Engage Be the link between the department and the team in defining the strategies to meet team goals Provide prompt and clear feedback to staff and support their performance Ensure team adherence to organizational regulations Manage the working environment to promote productivity and motivation Represent the team in clearing obstacles to high performance Hire staff and develop their capabilities Monitor and promote strong employee engagement Grow Encourage and share new ways of making the right work easier to do Recognize and share incremental improvements in operations Promote the success of organizational and department initiatives by clearly aligning programs to the mission Primary Location District of Columbia-Washington Work Locations CN Hospital (Main Campus) Job Management Organization COE Hospital-Based Specliaties Position Status R (Regular) Shift Day Work Schedule 8:00-16:00 Job Posting Mar 23, 2026, 7:10:48 PM Full-Time Salary Range 97843.2 
$68,806.40 - $125,174.40 / year
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 wellbeing of the community at large. This position is Monday - Friday, PRN (as-needed). Minimum Education Minimum Work Experience BSN Graduated from an approved school of nursing. (Preferred) Required Skills/Knowledge 2 years of RN experience (Required) The licensed Registered Nurse will successfully complete the hospital and nursing orientation at Children’s National. Keep knowledge base current with new information or changes in specialty area. Required Licenses And Certifications 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 Magnet re-designation as evidenced by independent updating of professional profile and initiation of council involvement, committees, task forces and /or community outreach. Demonstrate critical thinking skills by problem solving appropriately during patient care. Communicate to reflect development of plan of care and ability to advocate to meet patients’ needs. Independently initiate escalation of issues utilizing chain of command. Demonstrate proper use of the currently identified hand off processes. Demonstrate a collegial and respectful relationship with ancillary staff. Participate 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. Plan for attendance at mandatory education and professional activities to enhance nursing practice. Demonstrate professional review of peers through timely participation in evaluations. Seek out opportunities to participate in enhancing departmental goals by ensuring adherence to national safety standards and service excellence standards; support advancement of education and certification as well. Collaborate with members of the healthcare team and role model professional behavior and teamwork with coworkers. Utilize resources as needed and know when to escalate to next level. Exemplary Professional Practice Utilize assessment data gathered from patient and family to ensure completion of data base and plan of care within identified timeframes. Demonstrate clinical skills with complex patients that reflect analysis of patient status and appropriate interventions. Role model skill in 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 verified with patient and family throughout the hospital/outpatient stay and prior to discharge. Role model organizational skills, adjust for changes and is able 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 performance Organizational Accountabilities New Knowledge, Innovations, and Improvements Identify ways to improve operations through quality improvement and assist in implementation of solutions. Identify self-learning needs and take initiative to meet those needs. Ensure care is based on evidence with the literature and benchmarking Organizational Commitment/Identification Partner in the mission and upholds the core principles of the organization Committed to diversity and recognizes value of cultural ethnic differences Demonstrate personal and professional integrity Maintain confidentiality at all times Customer Service Anticipate and responds to customer needs; follows up until needs are met Teamwork/Communication Demonstrate collaborative and respectful behavior Partner with all team members to achieve goals Receptive to others’ ideas and opinions Performance Improvement/Problem-solving Contribute to a positive work environment Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to change Identify opportunities to improve clinical and administrative processes Make appropriate decisions, using sound judgment Cost Management/Financial Responsibility Use resources efficiently Search for less costly ways of doing things Primary Location District of Columbia-Washington Work Locations CN Hospital (Main Campus) Job Nursing Organization Heart Institute Position Status R (Regular) Shift Day Work Schedule Monday-Friday PRN Job Posting Apr 15, 2026, 1:21:50 AM Full-Time Salary Range 68806.4 $82,347.20 - $137,238.40 / year
The Education Injury Prevention Outreach Coordinator will collaborate with Program Manager of Trauma & Burn Service to support the plans, development, implementation and evaluation of physician, nursing, and allied health trauma & burn related education, prevention and outreach programs. All nursing practice is based on the legal scope of practice, national and specialty nursing standards, CNMC 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. CNMC supports the development of RN relationships within the community; specifically, those relationships associated with the health and wellbeing of the community at large. The following licenses & certifications would be required within 1 year of hire: PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course) TNAC (Trauma Nursing Advanced Course) Minimum Education BSN (Required) Master's Degree (Preferred) Minimum Work Experience Required Licenses And Certifications 3 years progressive acute care and management experience (Required) Licensure/certification in specialty required as applicable. (Required) Functional Accountabilities Organizational Functions Collaborate with the Program Manager & Chief, Trauma & Burn Services and other organizational leaders in promoting American College of Surgeons (ACS) and the Maryland Institute of Emergency Medical Services Systems (MIEMSS) criteria and regulations for trauma & burn related education, prevention and outreach programs. Participate in assigned organizational committees. Design, coordinate, and evaluate interventions which advance the mission of CNMC, support the strategic plan, and deliver designated outcomes. Serve as consultant in instructional design and evaluation. Education Develop, plan and present educational programs consistent with an educational needs assessment. Use knowledge base of teaching and learning theories to develop curriculum design, test and measurement evaluation. Use adult learning principles to contribute to professional development activities. Serve as faculty/coordinator for Trauma T rends in Nursing. Participate in nursing orientation and other in-service programs for professional and para-professional nursing staff. Evaluate the outcomes of educational endeavors and track learner’s outcomes. Injury Prevention Outreach Acknowledge requests for information and education from community-based hospitals and other health care organizations. Collaborate with external injury prevention community organizations to focus on the primary causes of injury in the region. Utilize trauma registry data to help design interventions to prevent childhood injuries within the District of Columbia. Participate in collaborative injury prevention research efforts. Acknowledge requests for information and education from community-based hospitals and other health care organizations. Collaborate with external injury prevention community organizations to focus on the primary causes of injury in the region. Professional Practice/Research Participate in Shared Leadership. Contribute to CNMC’s Magnet Journey. Ensure that nursing practice is based on evidence of best practice Accountable to participate in the Division of Nursing’s Performance Improvement process (division or unit level). Participate in community activities. Organizational Accountabilities Organizational Commitment/Identification Partner in the mission and upholds the core principles of the organization Committed to diversity and recognizes value of cultural ethnic differences Demonstrate personal and professional integrity Maintain confidentiality at all times Customer Service Anticipate and responds to customer needs; follows up until needs are met Teamwork/Communication Demonstrate collaborative and respectful behavior Partner with all team members to achieve goals Receptive to others’ ideas and opinions Performance Improvement/Problem-solving Contribute to a positive work environment Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to change Identify opportunities to improve clinical and administrative processes Make appropriate decisions, using sound judgment Cost Management/Financial Responsibility Use resources efficiently Search for less costly ways of doing things 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 performance Primary Location District of Columbia-Washington Work Locations CN Hospital (Main Campus) Job Nursing Organization Surgery COE Position Status R (Regular) Shift Day Work Schedule 40 Job Posting Mar 23, 2026, 6:53:45 PM Full-Time Salary Range 82347.2 
