Registered Nurse (RN) Fellow- Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
About The Position
Inova Fairfax Medical Campus is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) Fellow for its Pediatric Intensive Care Unit. This full-time, rotating role is 36 hours per week and is eligible for a sign-on bonus and relocation assistance. The fellow provides patient care under supervision while integrating developing nursing abilities with new knowledge, guidance, and evidence-based practice. The role includes participation in a structured RN Fellowship with required learning sessions, assignments, classroom work, online modules, lab simulations, and readings. After completing orientation and competency requirements, the fellow may serve as a preceptor.
Requirements
- BSN from an accredited school of nursing; an RN with an Associate’s Degree must complete a BSN within five years of the start date.
- One year of experience as a Registered Nurse in a critical care setting, or completion of a critical care fellowship.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Provider certification from the American Heart Association required upon start.
- For pediatric units, Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification within six months.
- Licensed or eligible for licensure in the Commonwealth of Virginia as a Registered Nurse, or an active multistate Registered Nurse license.
Nice To Haves
- Two years of recent Registered Nurse experience on an inpatient unit.
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
- Recent RN experience on a critical care unit.
Responsibilities
- Perform patient assessments to collect basic data and follow written care plans, standards, and practice guidelines under supervision.
- Use assessment data and patient preferences to identify patient care needs.
- Organize, prioritize, and deliver patient care using Inova’s Nursing Professional Practice and Care Delivery Models, including procedures, therapies, tests, and patient education.
- Monitor patient progress toward expected outcomes and adjust care plans accordingly.
- Provide compassionate and empathetic care while maintaining patient privacy and confidentiality.
- Support clinical decisions with educational knowledge, principles, and evidence-based practices.
- Work efficiently with the healthcare team to achieve productivity and desired outcomes.
- Document patient care activities accurately in compliance with documentation standards and seek help to improve documentation skills.
- Participate in multidisciplinary rounds and meetings as part of the healthcare team.
- Integrate novice nursing abilities with new knowledge to deliver safe, high-quality care.
- Seek guidance and validation of clinical decisions from healthcare team members.
- Accept feedback, mentoring, and suggestions to improve care.
- Attend learning sessions required for successful completion of the RN Fellowship.
- Complete assignments on time, including classroom work, computer-based modules, lab simulations, and readings.
- Learn new skills and use equipment effectively for safe, high-quality patient care.
- May serve as a preceptor after completing orientation and competency requirements.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Team member wellness program.
- Inova matches the first 5% of eligible retirement contributions, starting on the first day.
- Up to $5,250 per year in education assistance and up to $10,000 for student loans.
- 25 mental health coaching or therapy sessions per person per year at no cost for team members, spouses or partners, and children.
- Paid time off.
- Paid parental leave.
- Flexible work schedules.
- Sign-on bonus eligibility.
- Relocation assistance eligibility.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
