Registered Nurse (RN) - Short Stay Unit - Rotating

VCU Health • Richmond, VA

107d

About The Position

Our dynamic healthcare team is seeking compassionate RNs to join our observation unit. Our unit serves as a vital link throughout the health system in providing high-quality care to patients requiring short-term observation. We pride ourselves on our commitment to excellence, teamwork, and patient-centered care. The Short Stay Unit fosters a culture that empowers nurses to learn, grow professionally, and provide exceptional care. The model of shared governance is engrained in the culture of the unit and empowers all team members to have a voice. The Short Stay Unit prides itself in having a high reliable team that is committed to providing safe and evidenced-based practice to our patients. The leadership team takes a shared vision approach to ensure we meet the needs of team members and patients. The unit's mission is to foster collegial relationships between the entire inter-professional team. We offer shadow experiences for selected applicants to come meet our team and visit the unit. Come see what we are all about!

Requirements

• Current RN licensure in Virginia or eligible or compact state.
• AHA BLS HCP Certification or equivalent.
• Clin II: 12 to 24 months RN experience.
• Clin III: 3 years of clinical experience.
• Diploma or Associates Degree from a professional nursing program recognized and/or approved by the corresponding state’s Board of Nursing.

Nice To Haves

• 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.
• Guides practice by the ANA Code of Ethics for Nursing and established national nursing practice standards.
• Organizes work and delegates and supervises others (RNs, LPNs, Care Partners, Unit Secretaries, etc.) in carrying out assignments.

Benefits

• $20,000 Sign On Bonus for offers accepted by November 30, 2025. Terms and Conditions apply.

What This Job Offers

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