Registered Nurse

WVU Medicine

Weirton (WV)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 80,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

WMCH Weirton Medical Center is seeking a registered nurse to provide direct patient care in an ambulatory setting. The role requires applying the nursing process, independent clinical judgment, and ongoing patient assessment to achieve quality outcomes.

Candidates must hold a current RN license in the applicable state or a multi-state license via eNLC, obtain permanent licensure within 180 days in WV, and secure Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire.

Qualifications

Current RN license in the state where services will be provided or eNLC multi-state license.
Must obtain permanent RN license within 90 days of graduation.
Must obtain BLS within 30 days of hire date.
State-specific licensure requirements for OH, PA, WV.
Temporary permits are valid only within the issuing state.

Responsibilities

Provide direct patient care within ambulatory setting using the nursing process.
Perform preliminary patient assessment via observation and chart review.
Evaluate and intervene in unstable or complex patient care situations.
Use independent nursing judgment in care delivered by self and others.
Educate patients and families and document education in charts.
Orient and mentor new staff per unit plan.
Collaborate with health care team and participate in performance improvement.

Skills

Nursing process

Independent nursing judgment

Patient data assessment

Growth and development knowledge

Team collaboration

Education

Registered Nurse license (state)

eNLC multi-state license

Basic Life Support within 30 days

Permits within state-specific timelines

Job description

Welcome! We’re excited you’re considering an opportunity with us! Below, you’ll find other important information about this position.

The incumbent has the authority, responsibility, and shift accountability for the delivery of nursing care through the use of the nursing process. The incumbent accepts accountability, applies competent clinical knowledge skills, and uses independent nursing judgment for care provided by self and by health care providers to who care is delegated to achieve quality patient care outcomes. The incumbent must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care that is relevant to the patient(s) under their care, as well as apply principles of growth and development over the life span. The incumbent also must possess the ability to assess and interpret patient data needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to his or her age-specific needs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE

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) OR

Must possess current temporary RN permit as required by state board where services will be provided

No temporary permit issued. Requirements as follows:

Documentation of recent graduation from School of nursing
Must obtain permanent RN license within 90 days of graduation.

No temporary permit issued. Ohio Nurses must be currently licensed.

Current PA Registered Nurse Temporary Permit. Must obtain permanent licensure within one (1) year of graduation.

Current WV Registered Nurse Grad Permit. Must obtain permanent licensure within 180 days from graduation.

Temporary permits are valid only within the state of issuance; they are not multi-state licenses.

Obtain certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire date.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE

Bachelor’s Degree in nursing preferred OR Associates of Science in Nursing Degree (ASN) or Diploma, currently enrolled in a BSN program and BSN completed within 5 years of hire.

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned.

Provides direct patient care within the ambulatory setting, based on the nursing process and within role/scope of practice.
Performs preliminary assessment of patients through observation and chart review to facilitate appropriate follow-up with health care team.
Evaluates unstable or complex patient care situations and facilitates appropriate intervention.
Implements appropriate clinical decisions and demonstrates appropriate use of expert peers and/or management, as applicable.
Accepts accountability and uses independent nursing judgment for care provided by self and by health care providers to who care is delegated.
Demonstrates the appropriate use of standards, effective use of resources, and evaluation of patient response in the delivery of patient care.
Uses standards of care and standards of practice to guide care delivery.
Bases decisions made/actions taken on relevant scientific principles, established standards of care and/or research findings. Seeks assistance/credible resource when unable to perform safely and independently.
Determines/revises priorities for direct/indirect patient care activities based on patient acuity and available resources update to daily care plan to include appropriate algorithms for safe patient handling.
Uses established patient care support systems including documentation, communication, & information.
Responsible for educational instruction to patients and families with health care needs.
Identifies teaching/learning needs of patient.
Evaluates effectiveness of patient and family teaching and makes documentation in patient charts.
Assists in orientation of new employees according to unit orientation plan.
Applies information gained from educational experiences when providing patient care and instruction.
Assumes responsibility for the development of others.
Engages in mentoring and networking activities to promote professional development.
Fosters the integration of staff and/or students into the health care team. Facilitates incorporation of the unit’s mission, values, and vision.
Demonstrates skill in the management of conflict situations.
Functions to promote trusting relationships and open, honest communication at the unit level.
Engages in exchange of information relevant to specific patient assignment.
Interacts with various members of the health care team to meet patient care needs.
Participates in Performance Improvement activities as appropriate.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health recommends minimizing the need for employees to manually lift patients, and limit safe patient handling to 35 pounds. All transfers, lifts and re-positioning will be completed utilizing the lift equipment and/or other patient handling aids as indicated by the patient’s profile and appropriate algorithms.
Heavy/Hard work : Work requires strength and/or stamina, lifting, moving, stooping, reaching, standing, walking, and carrying of materials and equipment weighing 40+lbs.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.