Responsibilities
About GW Hospital
The George Washington University Hospital is a 395-bed academic medical center located in the heart of Washington, DC. As a recognized leader in clinical excellence and innovation, GW Hospital offers advanced care across a range of specialties. Our nurses are integral to delivering exceptional patient outcomes and shaping the patient experience.
Unit Overview
The Interventional Radiology (IR) unit at GW Hospital is a specialized area where patients receive minimally invasive, image-guided procedures for a variety of complex conditions. The IR team works in a technologically advanced, fast-paced environment, providing high-quality care and collaborating closely with physicians, technologists, and nurses to ensure excellent patient outcomes.
Job Summary
Our Interventional Radiology (IR) nurses provide specialized care for patients undergoing minimally invasive, image-guided procedures in a dynamic, collaborative setting. As an IR RN, you will support patients before, during, and after procedures, assist physicians with interventions, and ensure patient safety in a high-acuity environment focused on teamwork, innovation, and continuous learning.
Main Tasks
- Prepare and monitor patients for IR procedures
- Administer moderate sedation and medications as needed
- Assist physicians during image-guided interventions
- Monitor patient status and document care throughout procedures
- Provide pre- and post-procedure education and support
- Collaborate with radiologists, technologists, and other team members
- Respond to emergencies and participate in resuscitation efforts
Qualifications
Required:
- Current DC RN license (or eligible to obtain)
- BLS and ACLS (AHA-certified)
- Minimum 1 year critical care, emergency, or IR nursing experience
Preferred:
- CRN or RCIS certification
- BSN degree
- Experience in high-acuity procedural settings
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!
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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 subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities, and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network, and various related services located in 40 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom. For additional information, visit www.uhs.com.
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