Registered Nurse (RN) - Multispecialty Clinic - Days

VCU Health; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

VCU Health in downtown Richmond seeks Registered Nurses (Clin I–III) to join our ambulatory care team. The roles involve providing age-appropriate care, following physician orders, and supporting a multidisciplinary care plan in a busy clinic setting.

Requirements include Virginia RN licensure (or eligibility/compact state), 12–24 months RN experience for Clin II and 3 years for Clin III, and completion of a RN to BSN program within five years if not already held. BLS-HCP certification preferred.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Associate Degree from a Nursing program; VA RN licensure or eligibility/compact state.
• Clin II requires 12–24 months RN experience; Clin III requires 3 years of clinical experience.
• All RNs without a BSN must enroll in an RN to BSN within 2 years and complete within 5 years.
• Clin III may prefer certification in a specialty area.

Responsibilities

• Follow physician/licensed independent provider orders and nursing standards.
• Provide age-specific direct care per an integrated plan of care.
• Organize work and supervise RNs, LPNs, and care partners on the unit.
• Document medication administration and ensure safety and accuracy.

Skills

RN experience

Supervision

Clinical nursing

Education

Diploma/Associate Degree in nursing

Tools

BLS HCP Certification

Job description

We are a busy Primary Care Clinic at the Ambulatory Care Center in downtown Richmond. We are a part of the Division of Internal Medicine Residency Program and support attending managed & resident managed clinics for all levels of primary care health needs and also urgent care needs. Our clinic hours are Monday-Friday 8am-5pm with some flexibility. No weekends, nights or holidays are required. At least 1 year of RN experience, preferably in the clinic setting, is required and previous medical surgical and/or home health experience is beneficial. Diversity your nursing skill set with our team!

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.

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: $31.00 - $46.50
Ambulatory Clinical Nurse II: $32.55 - $48.83
Ambulatory Clinical Nurse III: $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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