OR Intern (RN) - Periop 101 - January 2027 Cohort

Virginia Commonwealth University Health; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

VCU Medical Center in downtown Richmond is seeking an OR RN Intern for the Periop 101 January 2027 cohort. The role blends clinical skills with foundational perioperative theory while supporting patient care and team learning.

The program includes gradual responsibility, supervision by the RN team, and leadership development opportunities. Licensure requirements and enrollment in BSN are specified, with varied shift patterns and internal transitions to OR settings.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited RN nursing program.
• Enrollment in an accredited BSN program within 24 months of date of hire.
• Completion of a BSN within 60 months (5 years) of date of hire.
• Experience as LPN, nursing assistant or care partner preferred.

Responsibilities

• Functions under supervision, delivering direct, age-appropriate care.
• Assist health care team with patient care, education and rounding.
• Safely administer medications and monitor for interactions.
• Provide emotional support and participate in problem solving with the team.

Skills

Nursing care

Patient assessment

Team collaboration

Education

RN nursing program graduate

BSN enrollment within 24 months

BSN completion within 60 months

Job description

OR Intern (RN) - Periop 101 - January 2027 Cohort### OR Intern (RN) - Periop 101 - January 2027 CohortApply: Richmond, VA: Full time: Posted Yesterday: R42687VCU Medical Center in downtown Richmond is the health hub of an amazing community. As the only academic medical center in the region, we offer access to the most advanced treatments and technologies in the area. Our physicians, nurses, and staff are committed to providing exceptional care. We are the only comprehensive Level I trauma center in Virginia verified in adult, pediatric, and burn trauma care. From our very first years to our most recent advancements, we are driven to learn more, dig deeper, teach passionately and never rest. We are inventing better care, one discovery at a time. The OR RN Intern starts integrating technical skills and theoretical knowledge to meet the needs of the patient and family. The position assists the health care team with the prevention of illness and injury, maintenance of wellness and provision of comfort. The role also provides direction, education and begins to assume leadership responsibilities at the unit level; delivers and accurately documents direct, age-specific care to a patient or group of patients based on medical orders and an integrated, multidisciplinary plan of care. The OR RN Intern safely administers prescribed medications, identifying incompatibilities and/or interactions. \\*Schedule details\\* The introduction of the internship would be Monday through Friday, 5 8-hour day shifts for the first few months. Upon completion, there is a transition internally to one of the downtown Operating Rooms (Main, CHoR, or Ambulatory). This is the clinical portion and we strive for schedules to remain on day shift, but could be subject to shift rotations as needed for precepting. After those weeks, it can be either 4 10-hour or 5 8-hour M-F day shifts. No weekends. There will be a week where the schedule is all off-shifts so there can be an exposure to trauma cases as well.Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire: Current RN licensure in Virginia or RN Applicant designation. RN Applicant position may be occupied only by an eligible candidate who has filed an application for licensure in Virginia or compact state as an RN and may practice nursing in Virginia for a period not to exceed 90 days between completion of the nursing education program and the receipt of the results of the candidate`s first licensing examination. R.N. Applicant designation must be used when signing official record (Commonwealth of Virginia Board of Nursing Statues and Regulations, VAC 90-20-190 Licensure by examination). Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment: N/A Experience REQUIRED: N/A Experience PREFERRED Experience as a LPN, nursing assistant or care partner experience in either an acute care setting or as applicable to area of practice Education/training REQUIRED: Graduate of an accredited RN nursing program; and Enrollment in an accredited Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing program within 24 months of date of hire; and Successful completion of a Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing no later than 5 years (or 60 months) from date of hire Education/training PREFERRED: Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing from an accredited program Independent action(s) required: Functions under direction of RN in providing patient care, emotional support, nursing in-services, patient conferences, rounding with physicians and problem solving; all in accordance with hospital, nursing and unit policy/procedure. Requires prior approval or guidance from supervisor: time/schedule changes, legal issues, directed care which deviates from standard, identify educational resources to meet developmental needs. Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/A Additional position requirements: RN Intern work all three shifts, weekends and holidays. Individual shift rotation and schedules will be established with your specific Nurse Manager/Practice Manager. Schedules, including requirements of shift rotations and hours of work may be adjusted as necessary to meet unit requirements and/or as needed. Age Specific groups served: As appropriate based on unit assignment Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate): Physical: Lifting 50-100 lbs. Other: describe exposure to potentially hazardous and infectious substances Activities: Prolonged standing, Prolonged sitting, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive), Repetitive motionMental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking Emotional: Steady pace, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent changeCompensation Ranges:OR RN Intern I: $34.00 - $49.50 OR RN Intern II: $34.65 - $51.97 OR RN Intern III: $36.38 - $54.58Actual Salary offers will be based on several key factors to include relevant work experience, credentials, and qualifications.DaysEEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran