Inpatient RN - Growth & CAPE Ladder (Day Shift)

United Hospital Center; Bridgeport (WV); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

UHC United Hospital Center in Bridgeport, West Virginia, seeks a Registered Nurse (Level I) for inpatient care. The RN applies nursing process, uses independent judgment, and collaborates with the care team to deliver high-quality outcomes.

The ideal candidate holds an active RN license, obtains BLS within 30 days, and has at least one year of RN experience; a BSN is preferred. This position supports professional growth through structured advancement and ongoing education.

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which services will be provided or current multi-state Registered Nurse license through the enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC).
• Obtain certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire date.
• One year of registered nursing experience.

Responsibilities

• Modifies patient’s plan of care based on data collection and patient’s individual needs.
• Uses Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) to provide patient care.
• Delegates according to scope of practice.
• Verifies the plan of care with interprofessional colleagues, patient, and caregiver(s).
• Provides education based on learning needs and involvement of family.
• Promotes effective communication among interprofessional team members & healthcare consumers.
• Influences policy to promote safe patient care.
• Utilizes appropriate resources in providing care, especially in sensitive situations.
• Participates in developing strategies to promote healthy communities and practice environments.
• Recognizes strategies to improve nursing quality.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Critical thinking

Adaptability

Under pressure

Education

BSN preferred

RN license

BLS certification within 30 days

Job description

UHC United Hospital Center in Bridgeport, West Virginia, seeks a Registered Nurse (Level I) for inpatient care. The RN applies nursing process, uses independent judgment, and collaborates with the care team to deliver high-quality outcomes.

The ideal candidate holds an active RN license, obtains BLS within 30 days, and has at least one year of RN experience; a BSN is preferred. This position supports professional growth through structured advancement and ongoing education.