Registered Nurse (RN) - Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 54,966 - 73,012; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonuses

Education support

Generous paid time off

Job summary

A premier academic healthcare system in Virginia is seeking experienced nurses to provide exceptional care at a nationally acclaimed pediatric medical center. Candidates need to be licensed in Virginia and have a BSN within five years of hire. The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $39.90 to $53.00 hourly, along with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and generous paid time off. Join a dedicated team focused on innovation and high-quality healthcare for children and families.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program required.
• Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in Virginia.
• 1 year of relevant nursing experience required.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional care for patients and families.
• Participate in shared governance and leadership roles.
• Engage in professional development and assist in onboarding.

Skills

Attention to detail

Proficient communication

Ability to lift/push/pull 20-50lbs

Bending and stooping

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Job description

Overview

This is your moment to join the team at one of the nation’s premier academic health systems and the #1 Children’s Hospital in Virginia, as recognized by U.S. News & World Report. Our hospital is a nationally acclaimed pediatric academic center, offering advanced specialty and surgical care services for children and their families. We are seeking experienced nurses to join our Magnet-recognized Academic Medical Center, dedicated to providing exceptional care and fostering innovation in healthcare.

Why Join Our Team

Prestigious Academic Excellence: Work within UVA Health, a nationally acclaimed academic hospital and Level 1 Trauma Center.

Comprehensive Pediatric Services: ELSO Center of Excellence for ECMO

64-bed Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)

25-bed Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU)

38-bed Acute/Intermediate Care Pediatric Unit

Pediatric Emergence Department

Benefits of Joining UVA Health

Comprehensive benefits, including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Retirement Savings Plans.

Opportunities for professional growth with a Clinical Career Ladder and leadership roles.

Additional perks such as sign-on bonuses, education support, and generous paid time off.

Be part of a community dedicated to innovation, healing, and transforming women’s and children’s healthcare. If you’re ready to make a difference, apply today to join our mission of providing world-class care for families.

Relational and Professional Practice

• Relationship Based Care - Self and Colleagues: reflects the influence of the nurse’s relationship with self, colleagues and patient/family on the patient experience.
• Relationship Based Care - Patients and Families: reflects the influence of the nurse’s relationship with self, colleagues and patient/family on the patient experience.
• Expert Caring: encompasses clinical assessment, planning, prioritizing, coordinating and implementation of care.
• Empowered Leaders: demonstrate knowledge of and actively participate in shared governance.
• Lifelong Learners: encompasses professional development through formal education, professional certification, internal and external learning opportunities and recognizes the value of external professional organizations. Supports onboarding of new team members and precepts as applicable.
• Quality Achievement: includes adherence to clinical documentation guidelines, comprehension of outcomes data, engagement in performance improvement activities and commitment to standard work.
• Innovation: is demonstrated by application of technologies that support patient care, actively seeking to implement evidence based practice and new knowledge generated by nursing research.
• In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.

Minimum Requirements

Education: Graduate of an accredited nursing program required. Bachelor of Science in Nursing required within 5 years of hire.

Experience: 1 year of relevant experience.

Licensure: Licensed to Practice as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia. American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required.

Physical Demands

Job requires standing for prolonged periods, frequently traveling, bending/stooping. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 20 - 50lbs. May be exposed to chemicals, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

Position Compensation

Position Compensation Range: $39.90 - $53.00 Hourly

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings
• Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Certification and education support
• Generous Paid Time Off

UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report “Best Hospitals” guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as “High Performing” in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children’s is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Click here to read more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.