New Graduate Residency Program Registered Nurse (RN) February 2027 MedStar Washington Hospital Center

MedStar Washington Hospital Center is accepting applications for its Vizient/American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) Nurse Residency Program, designed for new-to-practice registered nurses. This program cohort begins in February 2027, with applications due by January 1st, 2027. You will join a team of 2,000+ nurses at a 912-bed teaching and research hospital and major referral center in the nation's capital.

Clinical Setting

MedStar Washington Hospital Center is the largest, busiest hospital in Washington, D.C., and a major referral center for complex cases. The hospital is home to one of the nation's top cardiology, heart, and vascular surgery programs (recognized by U.S. News & World Report), operates a Level 1 Trauma Center, the region's only adult Burn Center, and a Comprehensive Stroke Center. The hospital has earned the highest possible quality rating for cardiac surgery from the Society of Thoracic Surgeons. MedStar Washington holds dual ANCC designations: Pathway to Excellence and Magnet Program Recognition, making it one of only two hospitals in the nation with both active designations.

Responsibilities

• Deliver proficient nursing care to patients and families with needs ranging from uncomplicated to highly complex
• Identify current and potential complex problems of specific patient populations
• Critically analyze trends and changes in patient status
• Plan and implement appropriate interventions directly or through collaboration with other nurses

Required Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN), Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), or Clinical Nurse Leader (CNL) degree from an accredited School of Nursing
• If Associate degree prepared, Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) enrollment required within one year of start date and completion within four years
• Active District of Columbia Registered Nurse License prior to scheduled start date
• Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers certification

Compensation

• Hourly rate: $41.37/hour

What We Offer

• Collaborative, inclusive, diverse, and supportive work environment
• Career mentoring to help you pursue your passions and gain skills
• Competitive salary and Total Rewards benefits
• Regional and national recognition, advanced technology, and leading medical innovations