ICU RN

MICU Overview The Medical Intensive Care Unit (MICU) at The George Washington University Hospital provides expert care for patients with complex, acute, and life-threatening medical conditions. Our team treats a wide range of diagnoses including sepsis, respiratory failure, renal failure, multi-organ dysfunction, and complex infectious diseases. The MICU is a dynamic environment where nurses gain expertise in ventilator management, advanced pharmacologic therapies, and multidisciplinary critical care collaboration. Responsibilities The Medical Intensive Care Unit (MICU) at The George Washington University Hospital provides expert care for patients with complex, acute, and life-threatening medical conditions. Our team treats a wide range of diagnoses including sepsis, respiratory failure, renal failure, multi-organ dysfunction, and complex infectious diseases. The MICU is a dynamic environment where nurses gain expertise in ventilator management, advanced pharmacologic therapies, and multidisciplinary critical care collaboration. GW Hospital ICU Summary Medical ICU (MICU) : Complex medical critical care patients Surgical ICU (SICU) – Post-operative and surgical specialties Trauma ICU (TICU) – High-acuity trauma patients Neuro ICU – Neurological and neurosurgical care Cardiovascular ICU (CVICU) - Advanced cardiac and ECMO care Job Summary Are you a dedicated and experienced Medical Intensive Care Unit (MICU) Registered Nurse seeking an exciting opportunity in the heart of Washington, D.C.? The George Washington University Hospital invites passionate nurses to join our expert critical care team. Responsibilities Patient Care: Provide evidence-based, compassionate care to critically ill medical patients. Monitoring: Manage ventilators, hemodynamic monitoring systems, and continuous infusions; respond to rapid patient changes. Collaboration: Partner with intensivists, specialists, respiratory therapists, and care teams to deliver comprehensive care. Critical Thinking: Manage complex cases including multi-organ failure, sepsis, and respiratory distress. Advocacy: Support patients and families through critical illness with empathy and education. Documentation: Ensure precise and timely charting of patient care. Education: Guide families through disease processes and recovery expectations. Quality Improvement: Contribute to improving ICU outcomes and best practices. Qualifications Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required or currently enrolled. Washington, D.C. RN license or eligibility. 2 years full-time (or 4 years part-time) critical care experience. BLS and ACLS required. Commitment to “Every Moment Matters”. Dedication to the surrounding community. Benefit & Rewards Highlights Challenging and rewarding work environment. Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off. Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Plans. 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan. SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program. Tuition savings to continue your nursing education with Chamberlain University. Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries! More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com 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. 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