Registered Nurse (RN) - Pediatric Multi-Specialty Clinic - Days

Virginia Commonwealth University Health; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 88,828,000 - 148,781,000; Full time

Job summary

Children’s Hospital of Richmond at VCU in Richmond, VA seeks a Registered Nurse for its Pediatric Multi-Specialty Clinic. The RN will deliver age-specific care, administer medications, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team in a day-shift ambulatory setting.

Requirements include Virginia RN licensure (or compact state), BLS HCP, and a diploma or associate degree in nursing; BSN preferred. Opportunities for leadership and gradual progression within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Virginia RN licensure or eligible/compact state.
• BLS HCP certification or equivalent.
• Diploma or Associate's degree in nursing; BSN preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide age-appropriate direct patient care.
• Administer prescribed medications and document care.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary care team and provide education.

Skills

RN licensure

BLS certification

Patient care

Communication

Education

Diploma or Associate's Nursing

BSN encouraged

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

## Registered Nurse (RN) - Pediatric Multi-Specialty Clinic - DaysApply: Richmond, VA: Full time: Posted Today: R46788Children’s Hospital of Richmond at VCU combines award-winning research, education and clinical care with an uncanny understanding of what makes kids tick. Our team is a family. We work together to give every child in our growing community a chance to heal, recover and celebrate their super powers. 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 stateLicensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment:Clin I, Clin II, Clin III: Current RN licensure in Virginia, AHA BLS HCP Certification or equivalentExperience REQUIRED:Clin I: N/AClin II: 12 to 24 months RN experienceClin III: 3 years of clinical experienceExperience PREFERRED:Clin I: Experience as an LPN, nursing assistant or care partner in either an acute care setting or as applicable to area of practiceClin II, Clin III: Academic Health Care Experience; Experience with similar patient population in either an acute care setting or as applicable to area of practiceEducation/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 programClin III: Certification in specialty areaIndependent 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 substancesActivities: 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 thinkingEmotional: Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environmentCompensation 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.