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Page Mechanical Group, Inc. lists this Clinical Nurse (RN) - Emergency Department, Day Shift (27780613) opportunity in washington, District of Columbia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Role Summary
Bring your emergency nursing expertise to one of the region's premier academic medical centers. Howard University Hospital – a designated DC Level 1 Trauma Center and the nation's only teaching hospital on the campus of a Historically Black University – seeks a Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Emergency Services team in Washington, DC. In this fast‑paced, high‑acuity environment, you'll deliver high‑quality, patient‑centered care to a diverse community while advancing our mission of excellence in clinical care, teaching, and service.
What You’ll Do
Provide direct nursing care to Emergency Department patients across a wide range of clinical conditions and acuity levels
Perform rapid assessments, prioritize care needs, and apply critical thinking in emergent situations
Administer medications and treatments safely, following orders and evidence‑based practice
Monitor patient status, recognize changes in condition, and elevate appropriately
Maintain infection prevention practices and adhere to safety and quality standards
Collaborate effectively with physicians, advanced practice providers, and interdisciplinary teams
Support patient and family education, discharge readiness, and care coordination
Demonstrate strong clinical skills, bedside manner, communication, multitasking, and teamwork
Maintain accurate, timely documentation per hospital standards
Required Qualifications
Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required, Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred
Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the District of Columbia
American Heart Association BLS and ACLS
TNCC within 1 year of employment
Minimum 1 year of RN experience
Strong critical thinking and clinical judgment
Working knowledge of professional nursing principles and biopsychosocial concepts applied to practice
Knowledge of pharmacology, therapeutic/adverse drug actions, and complication recognition
Ability to build effective working relationships with staff, providers, hospital/university leadership, and the public
Preferred Qualifications
Emergency Department experience
PALS
About Howard University Hospital
Founded in 1862 as Freedmen’s Hospital, Howard University Hospital is the nation’s only teaching hospital located on the campus of a Historically Black University. A designated DC Level 1 Trauma Center, we deliver patient-centered, culturally responsive care while training the next generation of healthcare professionals.
What We Offer
At Howard University Hospital, our job is to care for you. We offer:
Work‑life balance
Recognition and rewards for professional expertise
Competitive, comprehensive benefit plans (including health, disability, vacation, sick leave, and 403(b) retirement plan)
Tuition remission at Howard University for the employee and/or eligible dependent children, up to two (2) courses per semester
A mission‑driven environment with more than 150 years of service to our community
Position Details
Department: Emergency Services
Reports To: Nurse Manager
FLSA Status: Non‑Exempt
Bargaining Unit: DC Nurses Association (DCNA)
Schedule: Full-time; three (3) 12‑hour shifts per week; Days – 7:30 AM to 8:00 PM
Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
Pay
This position is covered under the DC Nurses Association (DCNA) collective bargaining agreement. The base pay range is $37.89–$63.36 per hour, commensurate with experience and qualifications per the DCNA wage scale. A unit premium applies to all hours worked in this unit. Additional compensation may include a night shift differential for qualifying evening/night shifts and a weekend differential for qualifying weekend shifts.
Compliance Statements
Culture of Care: Howard University Hospital supports a Just Culture that promotes accountability, learning, and patient safety.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Howard University Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected by applicable law.
Reasonable Accommodation: Howard University Hospital is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws. If you require an accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact the Human Resources Department at
Pay Transparency: Salary ranges listed in job postings reflect the expected compensation range for the position and are provided in accordance with applicable pay transparency laws. Final compensation is determined based on experience, education, and other relevant factors.
Disclaimer: The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position.
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Worksite address
washington, DC, 20022, US
Who can apply
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