Direct Care Registered Nurse- ICU

Sentara Hospitals•Woodbridge, VA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Direct Care Registered Nurse (ICU) delivers high-quality, compassionate care to a diverse patient population. The nurse performs competent nursing care using the nursing process and has the clinical knowledge and skills to meet standards required by the clinical area. The role requires understanding routine nursing procedures and the scope of practice for RNs and LPNs. The nurse conducts assessments; develops and implements individualized care plans; administers medications and treatments; evaluates patient responses; monitors and documents vital signs and changes in condition; and responds with appropriate interventions. The RN coordinates care with an interdisciplinary team, consults medical team members as needed, educates patients and families about conditions, treatments, and post-discharge care, and documents care according to regulatory and organizational standards. The RN uses sound clinical judgment, follows evidence-based protocols, supports patient safety, and advocates for patients’ comfort, dignity, and well-being. This position is on the third (night) shift at Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center in Woodbridge, Virginia. Direct Care RNs must obtain Basic Life Support within 90 days of hire. For Critical Care/Intermediate Care Unit roles, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) is required within 90 days of hire.

Requirements

Basic Life Support certification within 90 days of hire.
For Critical Care/Intermediate Care Unit: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) within 90 days of hire.
Clinical knowledge and skills meeting standards required by the clinical area.
Knowledge of routine nursing procedures and RN and LPN scope of practice.

Responsibilities

Conduct thorough patient assessments.
Design and implement personalized care plans.
Administer medications and treatments and evaluate patient responses.
Coordinate patient care and continuity with an interdisciplinary healthcare team.
Educate patients and families about health conditions, treatments, and post-discharge care.
Monitor and record vital signs, observe changes in patient conditions, and respond with appropriate interventions.
Use clinical judgment to address complex health situations and consult medical team members as needed.
Document care in accordance with regulatory and organizational standards.
Follow evidence-based protocols and uphold patient safety.
Advocate for patients’ comfort, dignity, and well-being.
Perform nursing care using the nursing process and meet standards required by the clinical area.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision plans
Life and disability insurance
401(k)/403(b) with employer match
Paid time off, including vacation, sick time, and holidays
Paid parental and military leave
Adoption, fertility, and surrogacy reimbursement up to $10,000
Paid parental and family caregiver leave
Emergency backup care
Long-term and short-term disability and critical illness plans
Tuition assistance of $5,250 per year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
Student debt pay down up to $10,000
Pet insurance
Legal resources plan
Educational assistance or student loan repayment
Opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus, subject to system and employee eligibility criteria