Registered Nurse – IMC/PCU (step-down) Full Time Nights

Unit Overview The Intermediate Care Unit (IMC) / Progressive Care Unit (PCU) provides specialized care for patients who require a higher level of monitoring and intervention than a medical-surgical floor but do not meet criteria for intensive care. Patients in this unit often present with complex cardiac, respiratory, and post-surgical conditions requiring: Continuous telemetry monitoring Frequent nursing assessments and interventions Advanced medication management and titration Rapid response readiness This unit serves as a critical step-down environment designed to stabilize patients and support recovery while maintaining close observation.

Summary The Registered Nurse (RN) in the IMC/PCU is responsible for delivering high-quality, patient-centered care to acutely ill patients. This role requires strong clinical judgment, the ability to manage complex patient conditions, and collaboration with interdisciplinary care teams. The RN will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care while ensuring adherence to clinical standards and safety protocols in a dynamic healthcare setting.

Deliver comprehensive nursing care to IMC/PCU patients with complex medical conditions Monitor cardiac rhythms, vital signs, and patient status; respond to changes promptly Administer medications, treatments, and therapies per physician orders and clinical protocols Utilize advanced monitoring equipment and participate in rapid response situations Collaborate with physicians, specialists, and interdisciplinary teams to plan and implement care Educate patients and families regarding treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR) Adhere to hospital policies, procedures, and quality standards Qualifications Required: Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Washington, DC (or eligibility) BSN preferred (ASN considered with commitment to obtain BSN) BLS and ACLS certification (current) Minimum 1 year of acute care experience (IMC, PCU, Telemetry, or ICU preferred) Preferred: Experience with cardiac monitoring and telemetry Strong clinical judgment and critical thinking skills Excellent communication and teamwork abilities 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 academic medical center located in the heart of Washington, DC. As a nationally recognized teaching hospital, GW provides advanced care across a wide range of specialties, including cardiac, stroke, trauma, and critical care services. GW Hospital is committed to clinical excellence, innovation, and patient-centered care, offering nurses the opportunity to work alongside leading physicians and multidisciplinary teams in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment. 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 as an esteemed Fortune 500® corporation, the company reported annual revenues of $17.4 billion in 2025. In 2026, UHS was again recognized as one of Fortune's World's Most Admired Companies™, and in 2025, was listed in Forbes ' ranking of America's largest public companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 101,500 employees and continues to grow through its