Registered Nurse Surgical Services-Endoscopy-PRN
UVA Health·Haymarket, Virginia
UVA Health·Haymarket, Virginia
The Registered Nurse leads the healthcare team by collaborating with physicians to implement individualized care plans for patients. Responsibilities include performing nursing interventions, administering medications, and utilizing communication tools like SBARQ for effective patient hand-offs.
Registered Nurse Surgical Services- ENDO Job Code: RN1528
PRN Days On- Call nights and weekends Needs to have ENDO experience ABOUT US We are ushering in a new era of healthcare where achieving good health is just the beginning.
At UVA Community Health, part of the world-class UVA Health academic health system, we are committed to caring for the whole person by building meaningful connections with our patients in the local setting of UVA Health’s community hospitals, outpatient locations, and provider offices.
By combining our team’s talent and expertise, the breadth of capabilities across the entire UVA Health system, and our dedication to community wellness, we are bringing expert care close to home.
As a member of the UVA Community Health team, individuals contribute to patient care decisions, support advanced medical technologies, and experience the satisfaction of making a difference in people’s lives every day.
JOB TYPE Classification: Nonexempt Supervises Positions: No JOB SUMMARY The Registered Nurse serves as a leader of the healthcare team at UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper by establishing an authentic personalized relationship with the patient and their chosen support system, collaborating with physicians and other team members to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate an individualized plan of care that promotes optimal health.
The Registered Nurse utilizes best scientific evidence and compassion to assist the patient in navigating their health journey.
The Registered Nurse accepts responsibility, authority, and accountability for management and provision of care in accordance with the current policies and procedures.
Patient Care: Acts with patient advocacy when implementing the interdisciplinary plan of care.
Collaborates with healthcare team to educate patient and their support system.
Analyzes, modifies, and implements strategies to progress the patient through their plan of care.
Ensures completion of nursing interventions, medical orders, and other related therapies.
Prioritizes job duties according to patients' needs and changing acuity levels.
Consistently utilizes appropriate communication tools when communicating within the interdisciplinary team and when handing off patient care. Communicates individualized plan of care to the patient and his/her chosen support system. Uses communication tools such as Situation, Background, Assessment, Recommendation, and Question (SBARQ) to communicate more effectively. Documents appropriate information in a timely manner.
Develops and maintains positive relationships with team members/internal customers to provide efficient treatment of patients. Develops team members through mentoring, precepting, orientation, and providing feedback. Resolves conflicts independently, as appropriate. Accepts responsibility for actions and responds positively upon feedback from others.
Medical
Knowledge: Demonstrates medical skills to provide required patient care. Operates various equipment including portable cardiac monitors, bedside commodes, etc. Provides routine nursing care such as starting IVs, performing dressing changes, etc. for multiple patients in a timely manner. Assists in critical situations including administering CPR. Administers and evaluates medication therapies, performs patient transfers, and transports patients via wheelchair, hospital bed, or stretcher to other departments. The incumbent may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned.
Education: Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing required. 4 Year/Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
1 year of relevant experience preferred. Refer to the Life Support Training Policy for additional details.
The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician’s Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information.
Candidates must be a graduate of an accredited School of Nursing with a current RN license and specific experience in Endoscopy. A Bachelor's degree and one year of relevant experience are preferred.
Market context
In Virginia, nursing-related roles are typically supported by steady demand across hospitals, clinics, and long-term care settings. These positions are competitive because employers often look for both patient-care experience and current credentials, and this role requires a high school diploma, BLS certification, and one of several entry pathways such as CNA, EMT-B, Medical Assistant graduate status, or nursing program progress. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your certification status and clinical hours before applying.
