Registered Nurse-IMCU-PRN

UVA Health•Culpeper, VA

10d

About The Position

The Registered Nurse serves as a leader of the healthcare team at UVA Health Northern VA Culpeper. The nurse establishes a personalized relationship with the patient and their chosen support system, and collaborates with physicians and other team members to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate an individualized plan of care that promotes optimal health. Using scientific evidence and compassion, the nurse assists patients in navigating their health journey and is accountable for managing and providing care in accordance with current policies and procedures. Patient care is provided and documented under the direction and supervision of the Assistant Nurse Manager/Nurse Manager. This is a PRN night position, scheduled 7 p.m. to 7 a.m.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
Current RN licensure in the applicable state.
Ability to perform basic nursing skills for groups of patients and assume charge responsibility.
Ability to multitask and prioritize quickly.
Ability to administer medication using the five rights.
Verbal and written communication skills.
Basic computer knowledge.
Ability to safely and effectively care for all patient populations presenting to the department.
CPI certification within three months of hire is required for Behavioral Health, Emergency Department, and Central Staffing and Scheduling Office positions.
For nurses whose RN license has been inactive, retired, or lapsed for five years or more, with no licensure in another state during the last five years, successful completion of a Board-approved refresher course is required before reactivation or reinstatement. Reinstatement must be applied for within one year of completing the refresher course.
Ability to meet the physical demands of constant standing, frequent walking, bending or stooping, and lifting, pushing, or pulling up to 100 pounds; Safe Handling Equipment must be used for weights over 35 pounds.
Proficient communication, auditory, and visual skills, attention to detail, and ability to write legibly.

Nice To Haves

One year of relevant experience.
Four-year or bachelor's degree.

Responsibilities

Establish a personalized relationship with patients and their chosen support systems.
Collaborate with physicians and other team members to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized plans of care.
Provide and document patient care in accordance with current policies and procedures and under the direction and supervision of the Assistant Nurse Manager/Nurse Manager.
Advocate for patients while implementing interdisciplinary plans of care.
Educate patients and their support systems in collaboration with the healthcare team.
Analyze, modify, and implement strategies to progress patients through their plans of care.
Ensure completion of nursing interventions, medical orders, and related therapies.
Prioritize duties according to patient needs and changing acuity levels.
Build positive relationships with team members and internal customers; mentor, precept, orient, and provide feedback to team members.
Demonstrate nursing skills, including starting IVs, performing dressing changes, and providing routine care for multiple patients.
Assist in critical situations, including administering CPR.
Administer and evaluate medication therapies, perform patient transfers, and transport patients to other departments.
Operate equipment including portable cardiac monitors and bedside commodes.
Perform additional duties as assigned.