Registered Nurse (RN) - PACU - Weekend Incentive Program - Nights

VCU Health•Richmond, VA

3d•$36 - $55

About The Position

The Clinical Nurse II demonstrates mastery of clinical skills and begins applying this knowledge to a specific patient population. The role supports prevention of illness and injury, wellness, and comfort; recognizes changes in patient situations and intervenes appropriately; mobilizes resources to address the individualized needs of patients and families; and provides direction and education while assuming unit-level leadership responsibilities. The nurse delivers and accurately documents direct, age-specific care according to medical orders and an integrated multidisciplinary plan of care, and safely administers prescribed medications while identifying incompatibilities or interactions. The Clinical Nurse III demonstrates clinical knowledge at the unit level and begins applying it to a specific patient population. The role supports prevention of illness and injury, wellness, and comfort; anticipates changes in patient situations and intervenes appropriately; and provides direction and education while serving as a clinical role model. The nurse delivers and accurately documents direct, age-specific care according to medical orders and an integrated multidisciplinary plan of care, and safely administers prescribed medications while identifying incompatibilities or interactions. Practice follows documented orders, the regulations governing nursing practice in Virginia, the ANA Code of Ethics, established national nursing practice standards, and VCUHS policies and procedures. The nurse organizes work and may delegate and supervise other staff, including RNs, LPNs, care partners, and unit secretaries. Work schedules may include all three shifts, weekends, and holidays; shift rotations and hours are established with the Nurse Manager or Practice Manager and may be adjusted to meet unit requirements. The position serves age groups as appropriate to the unit assignment. A $15,000 sign-on bonus is offered for offers accepted by October 31, 2026; terms and conditions apply. Compensation ranges are Clinical Nurse I WIP PreOp/PACU: $34.00–$49.50; Clinical Nurse II WIP PreOp/PACU: $34.65–$51.97; and Clinical Nurse III WIP PreOp/PACU: $36.38–$54.58. Actual salary offers depend on relevant work experience, credentials, and qualifications.

Requirements

Current RN licensure in Virginia or eligibility for licensure in Virginia, or a compact state, is required for hire.
Current RN licensure in Virginia and AHA BLS HCP Certification or equivalent are required for continued employment.
Clinical Nurse II: 12 to 24 months of RN experience.
Clinical Nurse III: 3 years of clinical experience.
Diploma or associate degree from a professional nursing program recognized and/or approved by the corresponding state Board of Nursing.
Registered nurses without a bachelor's degree in nursing or higher must enroll in an approved RN-to-BSN program within two years of their start date and complete it within five years, unless grandfathered under previous requirements.
Practice within the regulations governing nursing in the Commonwealth of Virginia, the ANA Code of Ethics, established national nursing practice standards, and VCUHS policies and procedures.
Ability to meet the stated physical, mental, sensory, and emotional demands, including lifting 20–50 lbs., prolonged standing or sitting, frequent bending, walking, climbing, reaching, strong recall, reasoning, problem solving, and handling multiple priorities.

Nice To Haves

Clinical Nurse I: Experience as an LPN, nursing assistant, or care partner in an acute care setting or in an area applicable to the practice.
Clinical Nurse II and III: Academic health care experience.
Clinical Nurse II and III: Experience with a similar patient population in an acute care setting or in an area applicable to the practice.
Completion of a bachelor's degree in nursing or higher from an accredited program.
Clinical Nurse III: Certification in a specialty area.

Responsibilities

Provide prevention of illness and injury, wellness maintenance, and patient comfort.
Recognize or anticipate changes in patient situations and intervene appropriately.
Mobilize resources to meet the individualized needs of patients and families.
Provide direction and education; assume unit-level leadership responsibilities or serve as a clinical role model, as applicable to level.
Deliver and accurately document direct, age-specific patient care based on medical orders and an integrated multidisciplinary plan of care.
Safely administer prescribed medications and identify incompatibilities or interactions.
Organize work and delegate and supervise other staff, including RNs, LPNs, care partners, and unit secretaries.
Follow documented provider orders, nursing practice regulations, professional standards, and VCUHS policies and procedures.