General Summary of Position
The New Graduate Nurse Residency Program at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital
Ready to launch your nursing career at one of only 55
hospitals in the country to achieve ANCC Magnet Recognition® status five
consecutive times? You’re in luck! MedStar Georgetown University Hospital is
currently accepting applications for the Vizient/American Association of
Colleges of Nursing (AACN) Nurse Residency Program.
We’re leading the way in nursing excellence—and you can
join us.
Our year-long New Graduate Nurse Residency program provides
the mentoring and support you need to transition from student nurse to
professional nurse. You’ll be provided a three- to five-month unit-based
orientation, attend monthly seminars and learning activities, formulate an
individual professional development plan, and complete an Evidence-Based
Practice (EBP) project related to a unit specialty of your choice.
By working at one of the country’s top hospitals, you’ll
gain top-rated career experience and establish a strong professional
foundation. What does our Magnet® status mean for you? Our nurses rate their
job satisfaction and sense of professional empowerment more highly than those
at non-Magnet® hospitals. This is an opportunity to join a workplace recognized
for our positive work environment, clinical excellence, and limitless
professional development opportunities.
MedStar Georgetown University Hospital is a 532-bed
not-for-profit, high-acuity teaching and research hospital located in Northwest
Washington, D.C. MedStar Georgetown was founded in the Jesuit principle of cura
personalis, or “caring for the whole person." We are committed to offering
a variety of innovative diagnostic and treatment options, within a trusting and
compassionate environment. Our mission is what sets us apart—and what makes
MedStar Georgetown such a special place to work.
MedStar Health Offers:
Competitive starting salaries plus high differentials
20 Days of Paid Time Off per year plus personal
time/holidays
Education/Tuition assistance
$5,000 Relocation Reimbursement
System-wide RN Referral bonus program
Generous Total Rewards Benefits Package
Matched Retirement Savings Plan
Specialized training opportunities with one-on-one
preceptorship
Nationally renowned Nursing Wellbeing Program
Key Responsibilities
As a Clinical Nurse you will deliver proficient nursing care to patients and families whose needs range from uncomplicated to highly complex. You will identify current and potential complex problems of specific patient populations and critically analyzes trends and changes in patient status and plans appropriate interventions directly or indirectly through other nurses.
What We Offer
- Culture- Collaborative, inclusive, diverse, and supportive work environment.
- Career growth- Career mentoring to help you pursue your passions and gain skills to enhance your value.
- Wellbeing- Competitive salary and Total Rewards benefits to help keep you happy and healthy.
- Reputation- Regional & National recognition, advanced technology, and leading medical innovations. Magnet® Recognition.
Qualifications
- ADN, BSN, MSN, or CNL from an accredited School of Nursing required. Associates
degree from an accredited School of nursing required. BSN enrollment required
within 6 months of start date and completion within 3 years.
- DC
Registered Nurse License required or license eligible. Basic Life Support for Healthcare providers required.
This position has a hiring range of $38.00 - $38.00
