Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg - Tappahannock Hospital - Days/Nights

Virginia Commonwealth University Health; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to join their Acute Care Team. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the community while working in a supportive environment. With responsibilities ranging from patient care to medication administration, you will play a vital role in enhancing the health and wellness of those you serve. The position comes with a competitive sign-on bonus and the chance to grow your skills in a collaborative setting. If you are ready to take the next step in your nursing career, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

20,000 Sign-on Bonus

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Current RN licensure in Virginia or eligible compact state required.
• Experience varies from N/A to 3 years based on clinical level.

Responsibilities

• Assist healthcare team in preventing illness and promoting wellness.
• Deliver direct, age-specific care based on medical orders.

Skills

Patient Care

Medication Administration

Leadership Skills

Documentation

Education

Diploma or Associates Degree in Nursing

RN to BSN enrollment within two years

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg - Tappahannock Hospital - Days/Nights

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locations Tappahannock, VA
time type Full time
posted on Posted 2 Days Ago
job requisition id R35058

Join Our Acute Care Team at VCU Tappahannock Hospital!

20,000 Sign on Bonus for offers accepted prior to June 30, 2025. Terms and conditions apply.

In October 2020, VCU Health proudly acquired Riverside Tappahannock Hospital, marking a significant step in enhancing healthcare for our community. We are dedicated to serving the Middle Peninsula and Northern Neck regions, providing excellent, affordable, and impactful healthcare services.

Located along the beautiful Rappahannock River, VCU Tappahannock Hospital is a vital resource for our community. While we operate as a satellite facility of the larger VCU Health Medical Center in Richmond, we uphold a high standard of care across our essential departments, including Emergency, Critical Care, Operating Room, and Acute Care Units.

We invite you to consider joining our dedicated team of healthcare professionals. This is your chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of those around you—perhaps it could be your best decision yet!

Key Responsibilities

1. Assist the healthcare team in preventing illness and promoting wellness.
2. Provide direction and education while beginning to develop leadership skills.
3. Deliver and document direct, age-specific care based on medical orders and multidisciplinary plans.
4. Safely administer prescribed medications and identify potential incompatibilities.

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire:

Current RN licensure in Virginia or eligible or compact state.

Experience REQUIRED:

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

Education/training REQUIRED:

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.

Additional position requirements:

Clinicians work all three shifts, weekends and holidays. Individual shift rotation and schedules will be established with your specific Nurse Manager/Practice Manager.

Physical Requirements:

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).

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