$20,000 Sign On Bonus for offers accepted by September 30, 2023. Terms and Conditions apply.
The Medical Surgical Care Unit is a 28-bed unit, all telemetry capable with 8-10 progressive care beds that is focused on caring for the adult medical and surgical patient population with a diversity of disease processes. The unit fosters a culture that empowers new graduate and experienced nurses to learn, grow professionally, and provide exceptional care. The model of Shared governance is ingrained in the culture of the unit and empowers all team members to have a voice. The unit prides itself on having a highly reliable team committed to providing safe and evidence-based practice to our patients. We strive for ZERO harm to patients. The leadership team takes a shared vision approach to ensure we meet the needs of team members and patients. The unit's mission is to foster collegial relationships between the entire inter-professional team to create a nurturing, caring, and positive environment for everyone. The Medical Surgical Care Unit achieved their 2nd Gold Beacon award from the American Association of Critical Care Nurses (AACN).
The Clinical Nurse I job integrates technical skills and theoretical knowledge to meet the needs of the patient and family. This role assists the health care team with the prevention of illness and injury, maintenance of wellness, and provision of comfort. The Clinical Nurse I provides direction, education, and begins to acquire leadership skills at the unit level. This role delivers and accurately documents direct, age-specific care to a patient or group of patients based on medical orders and an integrated, multidisciplinary plan of care. This role also safely administers prescribed medications, identifying incompatibilities and/or interactions.
The Clinical Nurse II job demonstrates a mastery of clinical skills and begins to apply this knowledge to a specific patient population. This role assists the health care team with the prevention of illness and injury, maintenance of wellness, and provision of comfort. The Clinical Nurse II recognizes changes in patient situations and intervenes appropriately, mobilizing resources to meet the individualized needs of patients and families. This role provides direction, education, and assumes leadership responsibilities at the unit level. This role delivers and accurately documents direct, age-specific care to a patient or group of patients based on medical orders and an integrated, multidisciplinary plan of care. This role safely administers prescribed medications, identifying incompatibilities and/or interactions.
The Clinical Nurse III job demonstrates clinical knowledge at the unit level and applies this knowledge to a specific patient population. This role assists the health care team with the prevention of illness and injury, maintenance of wellness, and provision of comfort. The Clinical Nurse III anticipates changes in patient situations and intervenes appropriately. This role provides direction, education, and serves as a role model in a clinical setting. This role delivers and accurately documents direct, age-specific care to a patient or group of patients based on medical orders and an integrated, multidisciplinary plan of care. This role safely administers prescribed medications, identifying incompatibilities and/or interactions.
Sign on Bonus offered to RN:
- Full Time: $10k sign on
- Part Time: $5k sign on
- Minimum 1 year RN experience
- ½ paid at 6 months and ½ paid at a year
- Cannot have worked for us within the last year
Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire:
- Clin I, Clin II, Clin III: Current RN licensure in Virginia or eligible or compact state.
Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment:
- Clin I, Clin II, Clin III: Current RN licensure in Virginia, AHA BLS HCP Certification or equivalent.
Experience REQUIRED:
- Clin I: N/A
- Clin II: 12 to 24 months RN experience
- Clin III: 3 years of clinical experience
Experience PREFERRED:
- Clin I: Experience as an LPN, nursing assistant or care partner in either an acute care setting or as applicable to area of practice.
- Clin II, Clin III: Academic Health Care Experience; Experience with similar patient population in either an acute care setting or as applicable to area of practice.
Education/training REQUIRED:
- Clin I, Clin II, Clin III: Diploma or Associates Degree from a professional nursing program recognized and/or approved by the corresponding state’s Board of Nursing. All registered nurses without a Bachelor's degree in Nursing (or higher) will be required to enroll in an approved RN to BSN program within two years of their start date and to complete the program within five years of their start date unless grandfathered under previous requirements.
Education/training PREFERRED:
- Clin I, Clin II, Clin III: Completion of a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (or higher) from an accredited program.
- Clin III: Certification in specialty area.
Independent action(s) required:
Follows documented physician/licensed independent provider orders. Practices within the boundaries of the regulations governing the practice of nursing in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Practice is guided by the ANA Code of Ethics for Nursing and established national nursing practice standards. All practice is guided by and follows the VCUHS policies and procedures and established practice.
Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable):
Clin I, Clin II, Clin III: Organizes work and delegates and supervises others (RNs, LPNs, Care Partners, Unit Secretaries, etc.) in carrying out assignments.
Additional position requirements:
Clin I, Clin II, Clin III: Clinicians work all three shifts, weekends and holidays. Individual shift rotation and schedules will be established with your specific Nurse Manager/Practice Manager. Schedules, including requirements of shift rotations and hours of work may be adjusted as necessary to meet unit requirements and/or as needed.
Age Specific groups served:
As appropriate based on unit assignment.
Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate):
- Physical: Lifting 20-50 lbs.
- Other: Exposure to potentially hazardous and infectious substances.
- Activities: Prolonged standing, Prolonged sitting, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive).
- Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking.
- Emotional: Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment.
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