The Registered Nurse integrates technical skills and theoretical knowledge to meet the needs of patients and families, providing direction and education while acquiring leadership skills. They deliver and document direct, age-specific care based on medical orders and a multidisciplinary plan.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have current RN licensure in Virginia or a compact state, with varying experience requirements based on the clinical level. A diploma or associate degree from an approved nursing program is required, and those without a Bachelor's degree must enroll in an RN to BSN program within two years.
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 The Medical-Surgical Care Unit is a 28-bed telemetry capable unit with the capacity for 9-10 stepdown ICU beds.
The MSCU is focused on caring for the adult population experiencing both chronic and acute illnesses with complex comorbidities and diverse social needs.
The unit is fast paced, and works with a diverse background of nurses, physicians, team members, and patients.
We foster a unit culture that empowers our new and experienced nurses to provide compassionate, holistic care and challenge themselves professionally.
We use a Shared Governance model to drive changes in practice, encouraging all levels of team members to be part of the decision-making process.
We place an emphasis on work-life balance and use AACN’s Healthy Work Environment standards to guide our team.
The Medical-Surgical Care Unit prides itself on having a high reliability team that uses evidence-based practice to guide excellent patient care.
We strive for zero harm to patients, and hope that each patient leaves our unit feeling empowered to manage their disease, diagnosis, or treatment out in the community.
The MSCU has achieved two Gold Beacon Award from the American Association of Critical Care Nurses (AACN).
The leadership team takes a shared vision approach to ensure we meet the physical and emotional needs of our team members and patients.
The MSCU also strives to foster collegial relationships between a multidisciplinary team of physicians, care coordinators, nutrition, physical and occupational therapy, environmental services, etc. in effort to create a nurturing, caring, holistic environment for all patients.
The Clinical Nurse I job Integrates technical skills and theoretical knowledge to meet the needs of the patient and family.
This job assists the health care team with the prevention of illness and injury, maintenance of wellness, and provision of comfort.
This job provides direction, education, and begins to acquire leadership skills at the unit level.
This job 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 job 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 job assists the health care team with the prevention of illness and injury, maintenance of wellness, and provision of comfort.
This job recognizes changes in patient situations and intervenes appropriately.
This job mobilizes resources to meet the individualized needs of patient/families.
This job provides direction, education, and assumes leadership responsibilities at the unit level.
This job 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 job safely administers prescribed medications, identifying incompatibilities and/or interactions.
The Clinical Nurse III job demonstrates clinical knowledge at the unit level and begins to apply this knowledge to a specific patient population.
This job assists the health care team with the prevention of illness and injury, maintenance of wellness, and provision of comfort.
This job anticipates changes in patient situations and intervenes appropriately.
This job provides direction, education, and serves as a role model in a clinical setting.
This job 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 job safely administers prescribed medications, identifying incompatibilities and/or interactions.
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 (RN's, LPN's, 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
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 EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran
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