Nurses integrate technical skills and theoretical knowledge to deliver and accurately document direct, age-specific care based on medical orders and an integrated, multidisciplinary plan. This includes safely administering prescribed medications while identifying incompatibilities and providing direction and education to the healthcare team.
Requirements summary
Candidates must possess current RN licensure in Virginia or a compact state, along with AHA BLS HCP Certification or equivalent. Experience requirements vary by clinical level, ranging from no prior experience for Clinical Nurse I to 3 years of clinical experience for Clinical Nurse III, and all nurses must enroll in an RN to BSN program if they do not already hold a Bachelor's degree in Nursing.
CHoR (goal is 50:50 and will be adjusted based on the needs of each location) - 4 10s- Primarily Monday - Friday (can be scheduled on the weekend within the six (6) week schedule to cover, PTO, LOA etc.) - Start time is between 7a-11a during the six (6) week schedule- this to ensure evening coverage (all the nurses are rotated to cover the evenings) 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:
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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
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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
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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:
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I,
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II,
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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:
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I,
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II,
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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):
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I,
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II,
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III: Organizes work and delegates and supervises others (RN's, LPN's, Care Partners, Unit Secretaries, etc.) in carrying out assignments.
Additional position requirements:
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I,
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II,
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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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