BARIATRIC COORD (RN)

OverviewThe George Washington University Hospital (GW Hospital) continues to be a leader in providing the highest level of quality and compassionate healthcare for the D.C. Region. GW Hospital is recognized as a Best Regional Hospital by U.S. News & World Report for 2023-2024, ranking 5th in the region. GW Hospital achieved "High Performing" status in Neurology and Neuroscience and in ten procedures including COPD, Diabetes, Heart Attack, Heart Failure, Kidney Failure, Leukemia, Lymphoma and Myeloma, Lung Cancer Surgery, Pneumonia, Prostate Cancer Surgery and Stroke. GW Hospital received the American College of Cardiology’s National Cardiovascular Data Registry (NCDR) Chest Pain – Myocardial Infarction (MI) Registry Platinum Performance Achievement Award for 2023; GW Hospital is the only hospital in Washington, D.C. to be recognized for this service line.At GW Hospital, we offer advanced services and multidisciplinary teams dedicated to outstanding clinical services, research, and education to improve care, quality, and outcomes for patients. This description reflects the hospital2019s mission and recent recognitions. GW Hospital also partners with Children2019s National Hospital in neonatology and maintains a Level I Trauma Center and a Comprehensive Stroke Center designation.The mission of GW Hospital is to provide the highest quality healthcare, advanced medical technology, and world-class service to its patients in an academic medical center dedicated to education and research.ResponsibilitiesSummary: Provides support to the Nurse Manager for the managerial and leadership aspects of a specific clinical area or department. Develops, coordinates, enhances and executes the inpatient Bariatric Surgery Program. Promotes staff proficiency in the care of patients undergoing weight loss surgery. Develops interdisciplinary strategies for providing a coordinated care program for Bariatric surgical patients. Provides direct care to patients in the role of Bariatric Surgery Coordinator.Provides support to the Nurse Manager for the managerial and leadership aspects of the Bariatric Surgery Program.Develops, coordinates, enhances and executes the inpatient Bariatric Surgery Program; promotes staff proficiency in care of bariatric patients.Develops interdisciplinary strategies for a coordinated bariatric care program and delivers direct patient care as Bariatric Surgery Coordinator.Benefits· 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· Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries! More information is available on the Benefits Guest Website: QualificationsEducation/Qualification• BSN Required• Professional experience that demonstrates a progressive leadership background• Certification in Bariatric Nursing (CBN) preferredSkills• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written• Effective interpersonal skills• Ability to maintain confidentiality• Ability to adapt to multiple and changing priorities• Knowledge in data collection, interpretation and evaluationAbout GW HospitalThe George Washington University Hospital (GW Hospital) is a 395-bed tertiary care, academic medical center located in downtown Washington, DC, next to the Foggy Bottom metro. GW Hospital serves a diverse group of patients—from residents to our nation’s leaders. As an academic medical center, GW Hospital has the resources and clinical expertise necessary to provide specialized, complex care. This expertise includes cardiac, cancer, neurosciences, women’s health, trauma, and advanced surgery including robotic and minimally invasive surgery. The hospital website is Hospital is jointly owned and operated by George Washington University and a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS). The GW School of Medicine and Health Sciences (SMHS) is adjacent to the hospital, and is the 11th oldest medical center in the country and the first in the nation2019s capital.The mission of GW Hospital is to provide the highest quality healthcare, advanced medical technology, and world-class service to its patients in an academic medical center dedicated to education and research.About Universal Health Services (UHS)One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, UHS has grown into a Fortune 500 corporation. UHS operates 28 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, 60 outpatient and other facilities in 39 U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.EEO StatementAll UHS subsidiaries are committed to equal employment opportunities for all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and support recruitment, placement, promotion and compensation without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by laws.Avoid and Report Recruitment Scams: We are aware of scams where imposters pose as recruiters. Do not share financial or personal information. Our recruiters will not request such information by email from public webmail.Pay Transparency: To comply with pay transparency regulations, UHS and its subsidiaries will provide wage or salary range information where required. Salary offers may be based on education and related experience. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-17