Registered Nurse (RN) - CHoR Pediatric Operating Room - Weekend Incentive Program - Nights

VCU Health • Richmond, VA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Our state-of-the-art Pediatric Operating Room (OR) is nestled within the heart of the Children’s Hospital of Richmond, which proudly opened its doors in April 2023. Our Pediatric Perioperative Services Team has revolutionized pediatric care in the Richmond Region, offering comprehensive services around the clock. Equipped with six meticulously designed Operating Rooms and two dedicated Procedure Rooms, our facility ensures that pediatric patients receive the highest standard of care in a caring, child-friendly environment. With around-the-clock care, we handle a daily caseload ranging from 12 to 24 cases, catering to a diverse array of specialties including Otolaryngology (ENT), Genitourinary (GU), Orthopedics, General, Neuro, Cardiac, and Trauma procedures. We prioritize excellence in care, drawing on a team of highly skilled professionals committed to the well-being and comfort of every patient. While experience within a Level 1 Pediatric OR is highly valued, we also welcome Operating Room Nurses with a minimum of 1 year of OR experience who possess a passion for pediatric care and a dedication to excellence. Join us in making a difference in the lives of our youngest patients, where every procedure is performed with precision, compassion, and a focus on ensuring the best possible outcomes by applying today!

Requirements

• Current RN licensure in Virginia or eligible or compact state
• AHA BLS HCP Certification or equivalent
• 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.
• Clin II: 12 to 24 months RN experience
• Clin III: 3 years of clinical experience
• Clin I, Clin II, Clin III: Clinician’s work all three shifts, weekends and holidays.
• Lifting 20 lbs.
• Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking
• Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment

Nice To Haves

• Experience within a Level 1 Pediatric OR is highly valued
• Experience as an LPN, nursing assistant or care partner in either an acute care setting or as applicable to area of practice
• Academic Health Care Experience
• Experience with similar patient population in either an acute care setting or as applicable to area of practice
• Completion of a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (or higher) from an accredited program
• Certification in specialty area

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Organizes work and delegates and supervises others (RN's, LPN's, Care Partners, Unit Secretaries, etc) in carrying out assignments.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees