Registered Nurse- Critical Care Unit

UVA Health•Haymarket, VA

6d•$37 - $62

About The Position

The Registered Nurse serves as a leader of the healthcare team at UVA Health Northern VA Culpeper, building an authentic, personalized relationship with patients and their chosen support systems. The nurse collaborates with physicians and other team members to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized care that promotes optimal health, using scientific evidence and compassion to support patients through their healthcare journey. The role carries responsibility and accountability for managing and providing care in accordance with current policies and procedures. Patient care is provided and documented under the direction and supervision of the Assistant Nurse Manager/Nurse Manager. The position is full-time on days and is classified as non-exempt. The role may involve on-call responsibilities and travel between campus buildings, remote facilities, and out of town as needed. A $15,000 sign-on bonus is available for eligible candidates. The base compensation range is $36.74-$62.05 per hour; individual compensation depends on qualifications, work experience, and/or education. Applicable incentive programs may include shift differentials, clinical ladders, and other incentives for eligible positions.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
Current RN licensure in the applicable state.
Ability to perform basic nursing skills for groups of patients and assume charge responsibility.
Ability to multitask and prioritize quickly.
Ability to administer medication using the five rights.
Verbal and written communication skills.
Basic computer knowledge.
Ability to safely and effectively care for all patient populations presenting to the department.

Nice To Haves

Four-year or bachelor's degree preferred.
One year of relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Establish personalized relationships with patients and their chosen support systems.
Collaborate with physicians and other team members to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized plans of care.
Provide and document patient care in accordance with current policies and procedures and under the direction and supervision of the Assistant Nurse Manager/Nurse Manager.
Advocate for patients while implementing interdisciplinary plans of care.
Educate patients and their support systems in collaboration with the healthcare team.
Analyze, modify, and implement strategies to progress patients through their plans of care.
Ensure completion of nursing interventions, medical orders, and related therapies.
Prioritize duties according to patient needs and changing acuity levels.
Develop and maintain positive working relationships with team members and internal customers.
Mentor, precept, orient, and provide feedback to team members.
Resolve conflicts independently, as appropriate, and respond constructively to feedback.
Provide routine nursing care, including starting IVs and performing dressing changes, for multiple patients.
Assist in critical situations, including administering CPR.
Administer and evaluate medication therapies, perform patient transfers, and transport patients to other departments by wheelchair, hospital bed, or stretcher.
Operate equipment including portable cardiac monitors and bedside commodes.
Perform additional duties as assigned.