Nurse Manager RN Neuro Ortho Full Time
Washington, DC, United States
- $15 p/year
- Healthcare
- Full-time
- Nurse Manager
- Neuroscience Nursing
- Orthopedic Nursing
Seeking a full-time Nurse Manager (RN) for a 42-bed Neuro/Ortho unit at George Washington University Hospital to oversee day-to-day operations, staffing, patient flow, regulatory compliance, and quality improvement. Requires BSN (MS preferred), current RN license in DC, and a minimum of 5 years progressive leadership experience in acute care. Responsibilities include staff leadership/mentoring, operational planning, liaison work with leadership/families, and participation in performance improvement initiatives.
Join Our Exceptional Team at George Washington University Hospital
Since opening its doors in 2002, George Washington University Hospital has been at the forefront of medical innovation, providing cutting-edge care in a state-of-the-art facility. As a 395-bed tertiary care, academic medical center located in the heart of downtown Washington, DC, our hospital is renowned for its Level I Trauma Center and Level III NICU. We offer unparalleled expertise in cardiac, cancer, neurosciences, women’s health, and advanced surgical procedures, including robotic and minimally invasive techniques. Operated by Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS), one of the nation’s leading healthcare providers, we are committed to excellence in patient care and organizational growth.
GWUH offers comprehensive benefits such as:
- Challenging and rewarding work environment
- Competitive Compensation
- Career development opportunities across UHS and our 300+ locations!
- Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Plan
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Career development opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries
- More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com
About the Unit: The 6 North unit is a 42 bed multi-specialty area committed to being the innovative leader in Neuroscience, Orthopedic and Trauma services. Our unit is equipped with advanced monitoring devices and perfected with an environment conducive to healing. We take pride in being a Comprehensive Stroke Unit and a Level 4 Epilepsy unit, the highest levels that can be attained.
Job Summary: The Neuro Ortho(RN) is responsible for the operational management and strategic planning of the department. This leadership role ensures high-quality care, compliance with regulatory standards, and operational efficiency to meet the needs of our patients, staff, and community.
Responsibilities
- Manage day-to-day operations, including staffing, patient flow, and resource allocation.
- Provide leadership, mentoring, and supervision to nursing staff to maintain clinical excellence.
- Monitor and ensure compliance with clinical protocols, policies, and regulatory standards.
- Serve as a liaison between staff, patients, families, and hospital leadership, ensuring effective communication.
- Identify and address operational or clinical issues promptly to enhance patient outcomes and staff satisfaction.
- Participate in performance improvement initiatives and contribute to the department’s strategic objectives.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required; Master’s degree preferred.
- Licensure: Current RN license or eligibility to practice in the District of Columbia.
- Experience: Minimum of 5 years of professional experience that demonstrates a progressive leardership background. Hospital background, preferably in an acute care or urban setting.
- Certifications: Certification in speciality preferred
- Skills: Exceptional communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills; ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment.
About GW Hospital
The George Washington University Hospital is a 395-bed tertiary care, academic medical center located in downtown Washington, DC. Featuring a Level I Trauma Center and a Level III NICU, GW Hospital offers clinical expertise in a variety of areas including cardiac, cancer, neurosciences, women’s health, and advanced surgery including robotic and minimally invasive surgery. The mission of GW Hospital is to provide the highest quality health care, advanced medical technology and world-class service to its patients in an academic medical center dedicated to education and research. For more information, visit gwhospital.com. Physicians are independent practitioners who are not employees or agents of The George Washington University Hospital. The hospital shall not be liable for actions or treatments provided by physicians.
About Universal Health Services: One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues were $15.8 billion in 2024. UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 99,000 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network, and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com
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