Registered Nurse Endoscopy Downtown Days

VCU Health; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$20,000 sign-on bonus

Health benefits

Retirement plans

Job summary

A prominent health institution in Richmond, Virginia is seeking Clinical Nurses II and III to deliver comprehensive patient care. This role requires a mastery of clinical skills and the ability to lead and educate within the healthcare team. Qualified candidates must possess an RN license in Virginia, with a preferred Bachelor's degree in Nursing. Opportunities include managing patient care, administering medications, and providing leadership in a dynamic healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Current RN licensure in Virginia or compact state is required.
• AHA BLS HCP Certification or equivalent is necessary for continued employment.

Responsibilities

• Assists with patient care to prevent illness and promote wellness.
• Delivers and documents care based on medical orders.
• Administers prescribed medications safely.

Skills

Clinical skills

Patient care

Leadership

Communication

Education

Diploma or Associates Degree in Nursing

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (preferred)

Job description

Sign-On Bonus:

$20,000 sign-on bonus for offers accepted by February 28, 2026. Terms and conditions apply

Clinical Nurse II Responsibilities

The Clinical Nurse II job demonstrates a mastery of clinical skills and begins to apply this knowledge to a specific patient population. This job assists the health care team with the prevention of illness and injury, maintenance of wellness, and provision of comfort. This job recognizes changes in patient situations and intervenes appropriately. This job mobilizes resources to meet the individualized needs of patient/families. This job provides direction, education, and assumes leadership responsibilities at the unit level. This job 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. This job safely administers prescribed medications, identifying incompatibilities and/or interactions.

Clinical Nurse III Responsibilities

The Clinical Nurse III job demonstrates clinical knowledge at the unit level and begins to apply this knowledge to a specific patient population. This job assists the health care team with the prevention of illness and injury, maintenance of wellness, and provision of comfort. This job anticipates changes in patient situations and intervenes appropriately. This job provides direction, education, and serves as a role model in a clinical setting. This job 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. This job safely administers prescribed medications, identifying incompatibilities and/or interactions.

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire

• Clin I, Clin II, Clin III: Current RN licensure in Virginia or eligible or compact state

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment

• Clin I, Clin II, Clin III: Current RN licensure in Virginia, AHA BLS HCP Certification or equivalent

Experience (Required)

• Clin I: N/A
• Clin II: 12 to 24 months RN experience
• Clin III: 3 years of clinical experience

Experience (Preferred)

• Clin I: Experience as an LPN, nursing assistant or care partner in either an acute care setting or as applicable to area of practice
• Clin II, Clin III: Academic Health Care Experience; Experience with similar patient population in either an acute care setting or as applicable to area of practice

Education/Training (Required)

• Clin I, Clin II, Clin III: Diploma or Associates Degree from a professional nursing program recognized and/or approved by the corresponding state’s Board of Nursing. All registered nurses without a Bachelor's degree in Nursing (or higher) will be required to enroll in an approved RN to BSN program within two years of their start date and to complete the program within five years of their start date unless grandfathered under previous requirements.

Education/Training (Preferred)

• Clin I, Clin II, Clin III: Completion of a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (or higher) from an accredited program
• Clin III: Certification in specialty area

Independent Actions

Follows documented physician/licensed independent provider orders. Practices within the boundaries of the regulations governing the practice of nursing in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Practice is guided by the ANA Code of Ethics for Nursing and established national nursing practice standards. All practice is guided by and follows the VCUHS policies and procedures and established practice.

Supervisory Responsibilities (if applicable)

Clin I, Clin II, Clin III: Organizes work and delegates and supervises others (RN's, LPN's, Care Partners, Unit Secretaries, etc.) in carrying out assignments.

Additional Position Requirements

Clin I, Clin II, Clin III: Clinicians 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

• Lifting 20-50 lbs.
• Prolonged standing, Prolonged sitting, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive)
• Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking
• Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment

EEO Statement

EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran/41 CFR 60-1.4.