Description
General Summary of Position
Unit Highlights
MedStar Georgetown's Perinatal Department consists of a Labor & Delivery/Inpatient Antepartum Suite along with a Mother-Baby Couplet Postpartum Unit. Perinatal nurses assess the mother and neonate in a family-centered, holistic environment that supports the new family during this time of changing needs. MedStar Georgetown is a regional referral center for high-risk mothers and infants, and enjoys a supportive and cooperative relationship with our outstanding Level IV NICU to provide excellent continuity of care for these families. Perinatal nurses collaborate with parenting services, antepartum/postpartum patient educators and lactation specialists to provide comprehensive patient and family education. Our diverse patient population includes both medically complex and uncomplicated patients. Perinatal nurses enjoy participating in collaborative governance at the unit and hospital level and are encouraged to attend a wide variety of educational opportunities, including AWHONN regional and national conferences.
MedStar Georgetown University Hospital has been named one of the Best Maternity Hospitals in 2025 by Newsweek magazine and Statista Inc., a world-leading statistics portal and industry ranking provider. MedStar Georgetown is among an elite group of hospitals from across the country and the only hospital in the District of Columbia to meet this standard of excellence and earn this recognition. This is the third time in recent years that MedStar Georgetown has been recognized with this distinction.
*Various scheduling options available, including per diem (PRN), full-time night shift and full-time rotating shifts*
Key Responsibilities
As a Clinical Nurse, you will provide skilled, compassionate care to patients and families across a spectrum of needs—from routine to highly complex. You will assess evolving patient conditions, identify actual and potential health concerns, and develop appropriate care plans. Interventions may be delivered directly or coordinated through collaboration with other members of the nursing team.
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. Awarded the first ANCC Well-Being Excellence™ credential.
- Reputation- Regional & National recognition, advanced technology, and leading medical innovations. Magnet® Recognition. Named one of the Best Maternity Hospitals by Newsweek magazine and Statista Inc.
Qualifications
- ADN, BSN, MSN, or CNL from an accredited School of Nursing required.
- At least one year of Mother/Baby or Labor & Delivery RN Experience required.
- Active DC RN License and Basic Life Support for Healthcare providers required.
This position has a hiring range of $41.77 - $63.66
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