RN I - 5 West Adult Acute Care
About The Position
RN I will work on 5 West, a 26-bed, newly renovated adult acute-care unit at Carilion Clinic that cares for medical and surgical patients with needs ranging from pneumonia and general medical conditions to minor surgical procedures and complex medical and psychosocial conditions. The unit has a special focus on IV drug-related infections requiring extended medical care, supported by a multidisciplinary team that includes a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Peer Recovery Specialists, Addiction Physicians, Psychiatric Technicians, and Clinical Nurse Specialists. Patients have named the unit “The Hope Unit.” The registered nurse consistently provides high-quality care and customer service with respect, dignity, kindness, and empathy. RNs are accountable for coordinating and providing individualized care to patients of all ages, using delegation and critical thinking in a collaborative, team-oriented environment. The role also supports evidence-based quality care, performance improvement, staff development, and effective use of resources.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing or an approved program and eligible to sit for the Virginia licensure exam.
- Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in Virginia or eligible to obtain Virginia RN licensure.
- AHA BLS-HCP certification required.
- Computer skills for use of the EPIC electronic medical record required.
- May be required to obtain and maintain BLS, ACLS, PALS, or NRP certification depending on the work unit.
Responsibilities
- Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care to achieve optimal outcomes for patients of all ages, completing and documenting age-specific admission and ongoing assessments.
- Collaborate with the healthcare team, patients, and families to develop, implement, and evaluate interdisciplinary plans of care, revising plans as patient status changes.
- Accurately administer and document treatments and medications using automated systems, including electronic medical records.
- Identify patient and caregiver education needs, incorporate them into the plan of care, and implement and document education appropriately.
- Contribute to Carilion Clinic performance-improvement activities and support evidence-based, quality patient care.
- Advocate for patients, protect their rights, and provide psychological, social, and cultural support.
- Apply knowledge of growth and development to care for patients served.
- Demonstrate clinical expertise in rapidly changing circumstances and work within clinical, leadership, and/or education pathways.
- Plan strategies to reduce length of stay, turnaround time, and resource consumption and improve patient outcomes.
- Serve as a role model for clinical practice for coworkers, students, and physicians.
- Manage resources, establish priorities, and modify the environment to meet patient-care needs.
- Complete manager- or director-assigned projects within specified time frames and guidelines.
- Use problem-solving methods to resolve patient and personnel situations in the work area.
- Participate in orienting new employees and provide staff feedback through appropriate communication and documentation.
- Participate in unit, hospital, and/or system activities to provide input on practice, the work environment, and work issues and facilitate staff participation in decision-making.
- Assist with education activities for the unit or department.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
- Employer-funded pension plan, vested after five years.
- Voluntary 403(b).
- 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
Education Level
Associate degree
