Registered Nurse (RN) - Float Pool Physician Clinics - Days - PRN

VCU Health; Tappahannock (VA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

VCU Health is seeking a PRN/float Registered Nurse to support a regional pool across multiple clinics in the Tappahannock area. You may rotate to family medicine, pediatrics, or specialty clinics depending on staffing needs, patient volume, and PTO coverage.

Schedules are set two weeks in advance, with possible mid-day changes for urgent coverage. The role involves providing age-specific nursing care, documenting care per orders, and safely administering medications while coordinating with the

Qualifications

• Diploma or Associate Degree from a professional nursing program recognized by the state Board of Nursing.
• All RN without a BSN will enroll in an approved RN to BSN program within two years and complete within five years.
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• Certification in a specialty area as applicable to unit assignment (Clin I-III).

Responsibilities

• Follows physician/licensed independent provider orders.
• Delivers direct, age-specific care to patients per medical orders and care plan.
• Safely administers prescribed medications and monitors for interactions.
• Organizes work and, where applicable, delegates tasks to team members.

Education

Diploma or Associate Degree in Nursing

RN to BSN enrollment within 2 years

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred

Certification in specialty area

Job description

The PRN float RN position is part of our regional float pool, and team members are trained to work in any clinic location in Tappahannock region. May be assigned to family medicine, pediatrics, or any of our specialty clinics depending on staffing needs, PTO coverage, or higher‑than‑usual clinic volumes. We try to be mindful of where each float lives when scheduling, but they are expected to work anywhere from Callao to King William if needed.

Schedules are provided about two weeks in advance, but the role is highly flexible. Assignments can change the day of if a greater need comes up, and may occasionally be asked to move to another clinic mid‑day when it’s reasonable.

The Clinical Nurse I job integrates technical skills and theoretical knowledge to meet the needs of the patient and family. This job assists the health care team with the prevention of illness and injury, maintenance of wellness, and provision of comfort. This job provides direction, education, and begins to acquire leadership skills 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 also safely administers prescribed medications, identifying incompatibilities and/or interactions.

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.

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 action(s) required:

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:

Age Specific groups served:

As appropriate based on unit assignment.

Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate):

Physical: Lifting 20-50 lbs. Other: Exposure to potentially hazardous and infectious substances

Activities: Prolonged standing, Prolonged sitting, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive)

Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking

Emotional: Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment

Compensation Ranges:

Ambulatory Clinical Nurse I Tier 2: $31.00 - $46.50

Ambulatory Clinical Nurse II Tier 2: $32.55 - $48.83
Ambulatory Clinical Nurse III Tier 2: $33.51 - $51.93

Actual Salary offers will be based on several key factors to include relevant work experience, credentials, and qualifications.

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