Nursing Positions
A Place to Grow and Thrive
Opportunities for professional development support not only nurses' career aspirations, but patients' outcomes
Opportunities at Every Level
With more than 1,600 nurses and numerous nursing positions, Children’s National has opportunities in every specialty, at every level. Explore some of the job titles and their qualifications to see where you can make a difference.
Acute Care / Critical Care Float Pool
Works across many different areas of the hospital and helps care for children with a diverse spectrum of illnesses. Earns an additional float pool premium.
Education/ Certifications/ Licenses
- Graduated from an approved nursing school - BSN preferred
- D.C., VA, or MD RN license, depending on location
Experience
- 1 ½ years RN experience
- Pediatric experience preferred
Administrative Manager
As a house-wide supervisor, works collaboratively with Admissions, multidisciplinary healthcare teams and hospital leadership to facilitate patient flow processes.
Education/ Certifications/ Licenses
- BSN required
- RN license in D.C.
Experience
- 4-5 years of clinical experience
- 1-2 years of demonstrated supervisory/management experience
- Pediatric experience preferred
- Emergency department experience highly desirable
Advanced Practice Nurse
Works independently with collaborative supervision using intuitive skills when problem solving in complex clinical situations.
Education/ Certifications/ Licenses
- MSN required - DNP or PhD preferred
- D.C., VA, or MD advanced RN license, depending on location
Experience
- 5+ years clinical experience
- 2+ years pediatric experience
Ambulatory Patient Care Technician
Works as a nursing assistant in an ambulatory or emergency setting.
Education/ Certifications/ Licenses
- Formal CNA or EMT training
- High school diploma/GED
- BLS certification in D.C.
- CNA license required in MD & VA
Experience
- 1 year in acute or ambulatory healthcare
- Pediatric and phlebotomy experience preferred
Case Manager l
Also a utilization review manager. Coordinates long-term care for patients. Ensures families have medications, supplies and arrangements ready for their child’s discharge.
Education/ Certifications/ Licenses
- BSN required
- RN license in D.C.
Experience
- 5+ years experience
- 3+ years in clinical nursing
- 1 year in utilization management with knowledge of utilization review criteria
- Case management or specialty experience preferred
Case Manager I/II Hybrid
Coordinates long-term care for patients. Ensures families have medications, supplies and arrangements ready for their child’s discharge.
Education/ Certifications/ Licenses
- BSN required - MSN preferred
- RN license in D.C.
Experience
- 5+ years experience
- 3+ years in pediatrics
- Extensive experience in case/utilization management preferred
- Experience in one or more of the following preferred:
- Designated/pediatric specialty
- Program/project development
- Clinical pathways
- Leadership experienced
Case Manager II
Coordinates long-term care for patients. Ensures families have medications, supplies and arrangements ready for their child’s discharge.
Education/ Certifications/ Licenses
- Master’s degree in related field required; Case management certification preferred; Specialty area certification preferred
- RN license in D.C.
Experience
- 5+ years experience
- 3+ years in pediatrics
- Experience in one or more of the following preferred:
- Case management
- Designated/pediatric specialty
- Program/project development
- Utilization management
- Critical pathways
- Leadership
Clinical Educator
Unit-based educator responsible for assessing the educational needs of both the unit’s staff and its patients. Develops, implements and evaluates educational programs to fill those needs.
Education/ Certifications/ Licenses
- BSN required
- RN license in D.C.
Experience
- 2+ years of related clinical nursing experience
- 1 year pediatric experience preferred
Clinical Instructor
As a unit-based educator, supervises nursing students’ clinical rotations.
Education/ Certifications/ Licenses
- BSN required
- RN license in D.C.
Experience
- 5+ years of nursing experience
- Pediatric experience preferred
Clinical Manager
Functions as an outpatient nurse manager, overseeing both day-to-day and long-term management of the facility.
Education/ Certifications/ Licenses
- BSN required
- D.C., VA, or MD RN license, depending on location
Experience
- 5+ years related and progressive experience
- 1 year supervisory experience required
Licensed Practical Nurse
Provides care under the direct supervision of an RN or physician.
Education/ Certifications/ Licenses
- Completed vocational/ technical training program
- High school diploma/ GED
- LPN license in D.C.
Experience
- 1-2 years related experience
- Pediatric experience preferred
Nurse Manager
Helps plan, implement, manage and evaluate the unit’s day-to-day, as well as long term, activities.
Education/ Certifications/ Licenses
- BSN required
- RN license in D.C.
Experience
- 5-7 years related and progressive experience
- 1 year supervisory experience
Nurse Navigator
Coordinates specialty referrals from physicians and health care facilities. Educates patients about their illness and planned treatment. Ensures continuity of care is maintained and service prioritized.
Education/ Certifications/ Licenses
- BSN required
- RN license in D.C.
Experience
- 5+ years nursing experience
- 1 year pediatric experience
- 1 year of demonstrated nursing leadership
Nurse Trainee
A 12-14-week summer externship giving nursing students hands-on clinical experience.
Education/ Certifications/Licenses
- Halfway through a nursing program
Experience
- Completed a medical/surgical and/or pediatric clinical rotation
Patient Care Technician
Works as a nursing assistant under the direction of an RN to perform basic care activities, assist staff and direct patient flow.
Education/ Certifications/Licenses
- Formal CNA training
- High school diploma/GED
- CNA Certification
Experience
- 1 year in healthcare
Professional Practice Specialist
Supports staff development in a given specialty. As member of the department's leadership team, participates in and is accountable for needs assessment, strategic planning, process design and goal attainment.
Education/ Certifications/ Licenses
- BSN required - MSN preferred
- RN license in D.C.
Experience
- 5+ years of nursing experience
- 2+ years in specialty area
Registered Nurse I (New Graduate Nurse)
A highly supportive Nursing Residency program for new nursing grads with preceptorship and academic experiences.
Education/ Certifications/ Licenses
- Graduated from an approved nursing school
- BSN preferred
- D.C., VA, or MD RN license, depending on location
Experience
- No experience required
Registered Nurse II
Works as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide and plan patientcare. In OR, NICU and Critical Care this title indicates a fellowship position.
Education/ Certifications/ Licenses
- Graduated from an approved nursing school
- BSN preferred
- D.C., VA, or MD RN license, depending on location
Experience
- 1-2 years RN experience
- Pediatric experience preferred
Registered Nurse III – Telehealth Nursing
With at least two years of clinical experience, works as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide and plan patient care.
Education/ Certifications/ Licenses
- BSN required
- D.C., VA, or MD RN license, depending on location
- CPR certification
- Pediatric, telehealth or ambulatory nursing certification preferred
Experience
- 5+ years RN experience
Research Nurse Coordinator
With expert understanding of the federal and institutional policies, coordinates research projects and documents research-related procedures and outcomes.
Education/ Certifications/ Licenses
- Graduated from an approved nursing school
- Completed all Human Subject Research Courses
- BSN preferred
- RN license in D.C.
- CPR certification
Experience
- 3+ years clinical nursing in acute care
- 5+ years of clinical research nursing coordinating clinical trials
- Pediatrics experience preferred
Safety Attendant
Functions as a part-time patient sitter in the hospital’s inpatient units.
Education/ Certifications/Licenses
- Enrolled in nursing school - completed one year
- CPR Experience
Experience
- Pediatric experience or child development knowledge preferred
School Nurses
Provides care to K-12 students, particularly those with chronic conditions or complex needs. Promotes a healthy learning environment.
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Education/Certifications/Licenses
- BSN preferred
- D.C., RN, or LPN license, depending on position
Experience
- 3+ years related RN experience
Shift Coordinator
As a permanent charge nurse, directs the activities of and/or participates as a member of the patient care team.
Education/ Certifications/ Licenses
- BSN required
- RN license in D.C.
Experience
- 2+ years of nursing experience
- 1 year in pediatrics
- Demonstrated charge nurse experience/expertise
Unit Support Associate
Provides direct 1:1 observation of patients related to safety or behavioral issues.
Education/ Certifications/Licenses
- High school diploma/GED
- CPR-BLS for healthcare providers
Experience
- Experience working with children and their families strongly preferred
- Basic computer skills
- Trained and certified in a Crisis Intervention Program (CPI, TACT II, Mandt) (Preferred)