RN I - Surgical ICU

Carilion Clinic • Roanoke, VA

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About The Position

The RN I works in a 12-bed adult ICU specializing in complex surgical patients, both planned and emergent. The unit also serves as an alternate unit for trauma, neurosurgery, and hospitalist patients. Nurses work closely with medical, surgical, and trauma intensivists to care for a varied patient population.

The RN provides professional, individualized nursing care to patients across all age groups through assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. The role collaborates with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams to deliver safe, effective, patient-centered care and high-quality outcomes. The RN also supports education, quality improvement, peer development, and compliance with regulatory and organizational standards.

Requirements

• Graduate of a State Board of Nursing-approved program.
• Current Registered Nurse license in the Commonwealth of Virginia, or eligibility to obtain licensure.
• AHA BLS-HCP certification.
• Keyboarding skills and computer literacy, including use of electronic medical records.
• For Behavioral Health roles, ability to safely manage disruptive or potentially violent patients.

Nice To Haves

• Additional certifications such as ACLS, PALS, or NRP may be required based on the assigned work area.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized patient care and coordinate care delivery for patients of all ages.
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Complete and document age-specific assessments to support care plans.
• Collaborate with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams to develop and adjust care plans.
• Administer treatments and medications accurately and document care in electronic medical records.
• Identify and address patient and family education needs.
• Participate in performance improvement and quality initiatives.
• Advocate for patients and support their rights and psychosocial needs.
• Apply knowledge of growth and development to provide age-appropriate care.
• Demonstrate clinical expertise in dynamic and changing care environments.
• Implement strategies to improve patient outcomes and resource utilization.
• Serve as a role model and support the development of peers and team members.
• Manage resources, prioritize tasks, and adapt to changing patient care needs.
• Support orientation and training of new employees.
• Use problem-solving skills to address patient care and operational challenges.
• Provide feedback and participate in shared decision-making activities.
• Support education activities within the department.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with regulatory and organizational standards.
• Perform other job-related tasks as requested.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Employer-funded pension plan, vested after five years.
• Voluntary 403B.
• Paid time off accrued from day one.
• Onsite fitness studios and discounts to Carilion Wellness centers.
• Access to the Personify Health health and wellness app.
• Childcare discounts.
• Continued education and training.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed