Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery (Per-Diem) (Night Shift)

Virginia Hospital Center • Arlington, VA

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About The Position

Across all levels, the registered professional nurse is responsible for the direct and indirect total nursing care of their assigned patients. The RN is also responsible for the supervision of assigned personnel. The position requires knowledge of both department and hospital policies and procedures relevant to the delivery of nursing care. Interpretive skills, frequent interactive and consultative associations, along with management and supervisory skills are inherent in the position. The ability to retrieve, communicate or otherwise present information in a written, auditory or visual fashion is essential. The primary method to express or exchange ideas is through the spoken word. Written, telephone, and manual dexterity skills are required for this position.

Requirements

• Associate's degree in Nursing required.
• One year of Nursing/Patient Care experience in an acute care setting required.
• Licensed as a Registered Nurse by the Virginia Department of Health Professions or Compact State Licensure in Nursing required.
• BLS certification required.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing preferred.
• ACLS certification for specific units.
• PALS certification for Pediatric Nurses and ED.
• NRP certification for NICU, Mother Baby, and Labor and Delivery.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect total nursing care to assigned patients.
• Supervise assigned personnel.
• Ensure compliance with department and hospital policies and procedures.
• Utilize interpretive skills and engage in consultative associations.
• Demonstrate management and supervisory skills.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees