Registered Nurse Extender- Labor & Delivery

UVA Community Health; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 82,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

UVA Community Health is seeking a Registered Nurse Extender for Labor Delivery in Virginia. The role involves leading the care team, partnering with physicians, and delivering high-quality patient care in a dynamic labor and delivery setting.

A BSN and active RN license are required, with CPI certification due within three months for specified units. The position offers a 13-week assignment with potential pathway to permanent staff.

Qualifications

• RN licensure in applicable state required; CPI certification within three months of hire for specified areas.
• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing; 4 year/Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 1 year of relevant experience preferred; Life Support Training policy applies.
• Ability to perform basic nursing skills, multitask, prioritize, and administer medications safely.

Responsibilities

• Lead the healthcare team and establish an authentic patient relationship.
• Collaborate with physicians and team members to implement and evaluate individualized care plans.
• Administer medications and perform nursing procedures according to policy and safety standards.
• Maintain accurate documentation and communicate clearly with patients and families.

Skills

Nursing skills

Multi-tasking

Communication

Medication administration

Patient assessment

Basic computer skills

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

RN licensure

Job description

Job Description

Full-time

Must Have 2 Years Of Labor Delivery Experience

13-week assignments (capped at a maximum of 39 weeks) with options and incentives to convert to a permanent staff member.

We are ushering in a new era of healthcare where achieving good health is just the beginning. At UVA Community Health, part of the world-class UVA Health academic health system, we are committed to caring for the whole person by building meaningful connections with our patients in the local setting of UVA Health’s community hospitals, outpatient locations, and provider offices. By combining our team’s talent and expertise, the breadth of capabilities across the entire UVA Health system, and our dedication to community wellness, we are bringing expert care close to home.

Registered Nurse Extender- Labor Delivery

Job Code: RN1530

JOB TYPE

Classification: Non Exempt

JOB SUMMARY

The Registered Nurse serves as a leader of the healthcare team at UVA Health Northern VA Culpeper by establishing an authentic personalized relationship with the patient and their chosen support system, collaborating with physicians and other team members to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate an individualized plan of care that promotes optimal health. The Registered Nurse utilizes best scientific evidence and compassion to assist the patient in navigating their health journey. The Registered Nurse accepts responsibility, authority, and accountability for management and provision of care in accordance with the current policies and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing required. 4 Year/Bachelor’s Degree preferred.

Experience:

1 year of relevant experience preferred. Refer to the Life Support Training Policy for additional details.

Licensure:

Current RN licensure in applicable state required. CPI certification within three months of hire required for Behavioral Health, Emergency Department, and Central Staffing and Scheduling Office (CSSO). If your RN nursing license has been inactive, retired or lapsed for five years or more and you have not been licensed in another state during the last five years, successful completion of a Board approved refresher course is required prior to reactivating or reinstating your license. In order to be considered for current licensure status, you must apply for reinstatement within one year of completing the refresher course.

Additional Skills/Requirements Required:

Ability to perform basic nursing skills on groups of patients and ability to assume charge responsibility. Ability to multitask and prioritize quickly. Ability to administer medication utilizing the five rights. Ability to communicate verbally and in written form. Basic computer knowledge. Ability to safely and effectively care for all patient populations which present to the department.

Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred:

N/A

Competencies:

• Patient Care: Acts with patient advocacy when implementing the interdisciplinary plan of care.
  • Collaborates with healthcare team to educate patient and their support system.
  • Analyzes, modifies, and implements strategies to progress the patient through their plan of care.
  • Ensures completion of nursing interventions, medical orders, and other related therapies.
  • Prioritizes job duties according to patients' needs and changing acuity levels.
• Teamwork: Develops and maintains positive relationships with team members/internal customers to provide efficient treatment of patients.
  • Develops team members through mentoring, precepting, orientation, and providing feedback.
  • Resolves conflicts independently, as appropriate.
  • Accepts responsibility for actions and responds positively upon feedback from others.
• Medical Knowledge: Demonstrates medical skills to provide required patient care.
  • Operates various equipment including portable cardiac monitors, bedside commodes, etc.
  • Provides routine nursing care such as starting IVs, performing dressing changes, etc. for multiple patients in a timely manner.
  • Assists in critical situations including administering CPR.
  • Administers and evaluates medication therapies, performs patient transfers, and transports patients via wheelchair, hospital bed, or stretcher to other departments.

The incumbent may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Demand Code:

Medium to Heavy Physical Demand: The job requires constant standing, frequently walking, and bending/stooping. Proficient communicative, auditory, and visual skills. Attention to detail and ability to write legibly. Ability to lift/push/pull 100 lbs. For any weight over 35 lbs., use Safe Handling Equipment. This job description may not include all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described. It may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of UVA Community Health.

Other

• May require the use of safety equipment, such as HEPA mask, for infection prevention:
• On call responsibilities as directed:
• Ability to travel between campus buildings, remote facilities, and out of town as needed:
• Yes
• Yes
• The base compensation for this role is $72.00 Hourly
• Please note that the pay rate does not include any applicable incentive compensation programs such as shift differentials, clinical ladders, and other incentives that may be available for those in eligible positions.