Registered Nurse, 3B, Surgical/Trauma IMCU

VHC Health; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement benefits

Wage transparency

Job summary

VHC Health in Arlington, VA is seeking a Registered Nurse for the 3B Surgical/Trauma IMCU. The unit handles trauma and post-operative care, including ventilated patients, chest tubes, and continuous monitoring. Requires BSN, RN licensure (VA or compact), and ACLS/PALS/BLS certifications as applicable.

The nurse will provide direct/indirect patient care, supervise staff, and uphold policy-driven practice in a Magnet-certified, Level II Trauma Center environment. Competitive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Nursing required.
• One year of Nursing/Patient Care in an acute care setting required.
• Licensed RN in Virginia or Compact State Licensure required.
• BLS certification required; ACLS/PALS certifications may be required per unit

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect total nursing care for assigned patients.
• Supervise and coordinate care of assigned personnel.
• Interpret and apply hospital policies and procedures relevant to nursing care.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation; communicate clearly with team and patients.
• Demonstrate critical thinking and teamwork to achieve positive patient outcomes.

Skills

ACLS

BLS

PALS

Education

Bachelor's in Nursing

Job description

Position Title

Registered Nurse, 3B, Surgical/Trauma IMCU

Job Description Summary

Join our dynamic, compassionate, and patient-centered team in a growing Magnet certified health system. Our state of the art brand new 22 bed Trauma Surgical Intermediate Care Unit (3B) opened January 2025. We are looking for motivated nurses who are looking to professionally grow with us! This unit is primarily trauma/surgical focused and includes caring for patients who are mechanically ventilated via tracheostomy, zephyr valve post op, chest tube management, continuous BiPAP, High flow nasal cannula, continuous capnography monitoring, and management of a multitude of cardiac drips, amongst other diagnoses needing this level of care. Nursing skills include competent in basic dysrhythmia, ACLS, and exudes good critical thinking skills. Strong team work is essential in promoting a positive working environment leading to positive patient outcomes.

Located in Arlington, Virginia, VHC Health is a 548-bed, independent, not-for-profit health system and nationally recognized teaching hospital. We have proudly served the Washington, DC metropolitan community for more than 75 years. Consistently ranked among the top hospitals in Virginia and the region, VHC Health has earned recognition as a 2025 Forbes Best-In-State Employer and a 2025 Newsweek World’s Best Hospital. We also hold the prestigious Magnet® designation for nursing excellence. As a Level II Trauma Center, we are committed to delivering exceptional, patient-centered care when it matters most.

Job Description

Purpose & Scope:

Across all levels, the registered professional nurse is responsible for the direct and indirect total nursing care of their assigned patients. The RN is also responsible for the supervision of assigned personnel. The position requires knowledge of both department and hospital policies and procedures relevant to the delivery of nursing care. Interpretive skills, frequent interactive and consultative associations, along with management and supervisory skills are inherent in the position. The ability to retrieve, communicate or otherwise present information in a written, auditory or visual fashion is essential. The primary method to express or exchange ideas is through the spoken word. Written, telephone, and manual dexterity skills are required for this position.

Education:

Bachelor's in Nursing Required

Experience:

One year of Nursing/Patient Care in an acute care setting is required

Certification/Licensure:

Licensed as a Registered Nurse by the Virginia Department of Health Professions required or,

Compact State Licensure in Nursing required

BLS certification required

Registered Nurses on designated units are required to maintain certain certifications. New to practice area nurses or new graduates have 1 year to complete the specialty requirements below.

ACLS: ED, ICU, CVICU, Cardiac Cath Lab, Cardiopulmonary Rehab, Bronch Suite, Interventional Radiology, Radiology Safety Nurses, Step down Units (3A, 3B, 4B), 6A, 6B, 7A, Labor and Delivery, Hemodialysis, Respiratory Therapy, Float pool, GI Unit, and PACU

PALS: PACU: Pediatric Nurses, ED

NRP: NICU, Mother Baby, Labor and Delivery

De-escalation training: BHU, ED

Per policy ACLS or PALS cards stand as showing competence in BLS Skills per American Heart Association Guidelines. If an employee holds current ACLS or PALS certification, this meets the requirement for BLS in their job description. They do not need to also carry a separate BLS certification.

Additional Job Description

At VHC Health, every role contributes to exceptional care, better outcomes, and stronger communities.In addition to your base compensation, VHC Health offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage (subject to eligibility requirements), as well as additional wellness and retirement benefits designed to support our employees and their families. VHC Health is committed to wage transparency and equitable pay practices. The compensation offered for this position—whether expressed as an annual salary or hourly rate is determined based on a variety of legitimate, non-discriminatory factors. These factors include, but are not limited to, a candidate’s qualifications, relevant training and experience, skill level, shift differentials (where applicable), internal equity, and current market conditions. The posted hiring range reflects the range VHC Health, in good faith, believes is appropriate for this role at the time of posting. This range may be adjusted in the future based on business needs or market changes. No portion of compensation is considered earned until it is vested and determined in accordance with the terms of applicable policies and benefit plans. The availability and amount of any bonuses, incentives, or other benefits are subject to the terms of those plans and may be modified at the sole discretion of VHC Health, in accordance with applicable law. VHC Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, pregnancy (including childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions and lactation), race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law. VHC Health maintains a drug-free workplace. The unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession, or use of a controlled substance is prohibited at all VHC Health locations.