RN I - Trauma PCU
About The Position
The RN I works in a 20-bed progressive care unit specializing in trauma surgery patients. Four beds are dedicated to an Epilepsy Monitoring Unit, and two beds are equipped for chronic ventilator patients. The Nurse Resident provides patient care through assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation; collaborates with the healthcare team to develop and adjust care plans; and builds clinical competency through participation in the Nurse Residency Program. The role delivers individualized, age-appropriate care and supports patient outcomes through accurate treatment and medication administration, education, advocacy, documentation, and collaboration with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams. The Nurse Resident also participates in quality initiatives, professional development, shared decision-making, and required residency program activities.
Requirements
- Graduate of a State Board of Nursing-approved program.
- Current Registered Nurse license in the Commonwealth of Virginia, with less than one year of experience.
- AHA BLS-HCP certification.
- Keyboarding skills and computer literacy, including use of electronic medical records.
- Must attend required Nurse Residency Program sessions.
Nice To Haves
- Additional certifications such as ACLS, PALS, or NRP may be required based on the assigned work area.
Responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality patient care and customer service with respect, dignity, kindness, and empathy.
- Coordinate and deliver individualized patient care across all age groups.
- Participate in the Nurse Residency Program to develop clinical judgment, critical thinking, leadership skills, and professional confidence.
- Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care to achieve optimal outcomes.
- Complete and document age-specific assessments to support care-plan development.
- 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.
- Develop clinical expertise in dynamic care environments and implement strategies that support patient outcomes and efficient care delivery.
- Manage resources, prioritize tasks, and adapt to changing patient-care needs.
- Use problem-solving skills to address patient-care and operational challenges.
- Participate in orientation, training, and professional development activities; provide feedback and contribute to a collaborative team environment.
- Participate in unit, hospital, and system initiatives supporting shared decision-making and support departmental education activities.
- Attend required Nurse Residency Program sessions and complete associated assignments.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
- Employer-funded pension plan, vested after five years, and 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
