Night Shift Registered Nurse — Inpatient Care Leader (CAPE)

WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals; United States; On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

WVU Medicine is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse for inpatient hospital care. The role emphasizes competent clinical judgement, independent nursing practice, and leadership within interprofessional teams.

The nurse will provide comprehensive care across the life span and ensure patient safety and quality outcomes. Responsibilities include coordinating care plans, mentoring staff, and driving continuous improvement in patient care processes.

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse license issued by the state where services provided or multi-state license via eNLC.
• Certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire.
• Two (2) years of registered nursing experience.
• BSN or higher degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prioritizes patient diagnoses, problems, and goals with the care team.
• Serves as resource for patient and family learning needs.
• Coordinates with interprofessional team to manage changing priorities.
• Delivers safe, quality, patient-centered care.
• Mentors colleagues in clinical knowledge and judgment.
• Contributes to development and improvement of the patient care planning process.
• Leads interprofessional teams to collaborate and consult effectively.
• Designs innovations to improve outcomes.
• Assists nurses in developing research skills.
• Participates in planning to provide safe, high-quality care.
• Implements policies promoting patient health and safety.
• Advocates for patients’ rights and informed decision-making.
• Exhibits leadership within the healthcare community.
• Engages in holistic, culturally sensitive data collection.
• Addresses cultural situations and potential biases.
• Supports ethical nursing practice and lifelong learning.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Leadership

Critical thinking

Independent work

Flexibility

Stress management

Mentoring

Education

RN license (state)

BSN preferred

Job description

WVU Medicine is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse for inpatient hospital care. The role emphasizes competent clinical judgement, independent nursing practice, and leadership within interprofessional teams.

The nurse will provide comprehensive care across the life span and ensure patient safety and quality outcomes. Responsibilities include coordinating care plans, mentoring staff, and driving continuous improvement in patient care processes.