Registered Nurse - Critical Care & Telemetry

Riverside Hospital; Smithfield (VA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverside Health System is hiring an RN for the Critical Care/Telemetry units in Smithfield, VA. The role supports patient assessment, planning, and implementation of total nursing care, collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team to ensure optimal outcomes.

The job emphasizes evidence-based practice, patient education, and safe transitions, with responsibilities including delegation, documentation, and emergency response as needed.

Qualifications

• VA RN licensure or compact state licensure on hire.
• BLS/CPR certification on hire.
• ACLS within 90 days of hire.
• PALS within 180 days (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Assess and plan patient care based on standards of practice in Critical Care/Telemetry.
• Develop and evaluate care plans with patients and families, coordinating with the interdisciplinary team.
• Facilitate safe patient transitions and maintain quality documentation per RHS standards.
• Delegate tasks appropriately and respond to emergencies as needed.
• Educate patients and families and document understanding and discharge instructions.

Education

BSN preferred

ADN preferred

Nursing Diploma minimum

HS Diploma/GED if Nursing Diploma graduate

Job description

Riverside Health System is hiring an RN for the Critical Care/Telemetry units in Smithfield, VA. The role supports patient assessment, planning, and implementation of total nursing care, collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team to ensure optimal outcomes.

The job emphasizes evidence-based practice, patient education, and safe transitions, with responsibilities including delegation, documentation, and emergency response as needed.