Registered Nurse (RN) Fellow Postpartum Unit-Rotating

Inova • Alexandria, VA

4h

About The Position

Inova Alexandria Hospital is looking for a Registered Nurse (RN) Fellow to join
the Postpartum Unit. This role will be Full-time Rotating Shift: 3x12 hour
shifts per week | Relocation Assistance Available 

As Northern Virginia's leader in comprehensive healthcare for women, we’re home
to the largest OB program in the region with more than 20,000 annual deliveries.
Our patients also benefit from leading surgical techniques, such as minimally
invasive gynecologic surgery (MIGS). Our commitment to clinical excellence
earned our OB/GYN program national recognition from U.S. News & World Report. 

Inova is consistently ranked a national healthcare leader in safety, quality and
patient experience. We are also proud to be consistently recognized as a top
employer in both the D.C. metro area and the nation.

Requirements

• Education: BSN from an accredited school of nursing. If RN has an Associate’s Degree (ADN); must complete BSN within 5 years of start date.
• Experience: Required 1 year of experience as a Registered Nurse, for Critical Care units, 1 year of experience as a Registered Nurse in a critical care setting or completion of a critical care fellowship.
• Certification: Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Provider certification from the American Heart Association required upon start | For Critical Care Units: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support - Within 6 Months | For Pediatric Units: Pediatric Advanced Life Support- Within 6 Months | For Infusion Center Units: Obtain chemo card- within 3 months of hire
• Licensure: Licensed or eligible for licensure in the Commonwealth of Virginia as a Registered Nurse or an active multi-state Registered Nurse license

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• Recent inpatient Registered Nurse experience

Responsibilities

• Performs patient assessments to collect basic data and follows written care plans, standards, and practice guidelines under supervision.
• Utilizes assessment data and patient preferences to identify patient care needs.
• Organizes, prioritizes, and delivers patient care using Inova's Nursing Professional Practice and Care Delivery Models (e.g., procedures, therapies, tests, patient education).
• Monitors patient progress toward expected outcomes and adjusts care plans accordingly.
• Provides compassionate, empathetic care while maintaining patient privacy and confidentiality.
• Justifies clinical decisions with educational knowledge, principles, and evidence-based practices.
• Works efficiently with the healthcare team to achieve maximum productivity and desired outcomes.
• Accurately documents all patient care activities in compliance with documentation standards and seeks help to improve documentation skills.
• Actively participates in multidisciplinary rounds and meetings as part of the healthcare team.
• Integrates novice nursing abilities with new knowledge to deliver safe, high-quality care.
• Seeks out healthcare team members for guidance and validation of clinical decisions.
• Openly accepts feedback, mentoring, and suggestions to improve care.
• Attends all learning sessions required for successful completion of the RN Fellowship.
• Completes assignments on time, including classroom work, computer-based modules, lab simulations, and readings.
• Demonstrates a willingness to learn new skills and effectively use equipment for safe, high-quality patient care.
• May serve as a preceptor after completing orientation and competency requirements.

Benefits

• Committed to Team Member Health: offering medical, dental and vision coverage, and a robust team member wellness program.
• Retirement: Inova matches the first 5% of eligible contributions – starting on your first day.
• Tuition and Student Loan Assistance: offering up to $5,250 per year in education assistance and up to $10,000 for student loans.
• Mental Health Support: offering all Inova team members, their spouses/partners, and their children 25 mental health coaching or therapy sessions, per person, per year, at no cost.
• Work/Life Balance: offering paid time off, paid parental leave, and flexible work schedules.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level