RN - ED Observation Unit - Roanoke - Nights

Carilion Clinic; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Pension plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Carilion Clinic is seeking a Registered Nurse for the ED Observation Unit at Roanoke Memorial Hospital. This full-time, evening/night position provides nursing care to patients admitted from the ED for 48 hours or less, focusing on monitoring, testing, and evaluation prior to discharge.

You will work within a 15-bed unit, delivering compassionate care, coordinating with a multidisciplinary team, and utilizing EPIC for documentation.

Qualifications

• Graduate of school of professional nursing or approved program eligible to sit for VA licensure.
• Current Virginia RN licensure or eligibility to obtain Virginia RN licensure.
• AHA BLS-HCP required; ACLS/PALS/NRP may be required based on unit.
• Computer skills required for electronic medical records (EPIC).

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care for all ages with appropriate care plans.
• Complete age-specific admissions and ongoing assessments; revise plans as status changes.
• Collaborate with care team to develop an age-appropriate interdisciplinary plan of care.
• Administer and document treatments and medications using EMR systems.
• Provide patient and family education and participate in quality improvement activities.

Skills

Patient care

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Education

RN license eligible VA

Tools

EPIC

Job description

Job Title: RN - ED Observation Unit - Roanoke - Nights

Employment Status:

Full time

Shift:

Evening/Night (United States of America)

Facility:

1906 Belleview Ave SE - Roanoke CP01 Carilion Medical Center.

Requisition Number:

R151948 RN - ED Observation Unit - Roanoke - Nights (Open)

How You'll Help Transform Healthcare:

The ED Observation Unit at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital (CRMH) is a 15-bed observation unit specializing in both Med/Surg and PCU patient care. The goal of this unit is to admit patients from the ED for 48 hours or less who require additional nursing care, monitoring, testing and evaluation prior to being discharged home. Nursing staff will provide care to patient populations experiencing a variety of medical illnesses and/or trauma related injuries which may include caring for those with endocrinology, neurological or cardiovascular complaints as well as patients who require minor surgeries.

As a registered nurse, you are expected to consistently deliver the best in care and customer service and demonstrate respect, dignity, kindness and empathy in each encounter with our patients, their families, visitors, and with each other. As part of the health care team, RNs assume primary accountability for nursing coordination and provision of individualized care for patients of all ages. The registered nurse also utilizes delegation and critical thinking skills to provide quality service through a team oriented, collaborative approach to patient care.

• Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates patient care in order to achieve optimum patient outcomes for patients of all ages as appropriate to service area.
• Age specific admission and ongoing assessments are completed, documented and used to develop a plan of care.
• Collaborates with members of the health care team/patient/family to develop, implement, and evaluate an age-specific interdisciplinary plan of care. Revises plan according to changes in patient status.
• Treatments and medications for patients of all ages are accurately administered and documented utilizing automated computer systems, including electronic medical records.
• Patient/family (caregiver) educational needs are identified in a timely manner, incorporated into the plan of care, implemented and documented appropriately.
• Contributes to Carilion Clinic's performance improvement activities.
• Consistently demonstrates the role of patient advocate, protector of patient's rights, and provider of psychological/social/cultural support.
• Applies knowledge of growth and development to appropriately care for patients served.
• Determines and performs within clinical, leadership, and/or education pathways to support (direct/indirect) evidenced based, quality patient care service and performance improvement.
• Exhibits clinical expertise in rapidly changing circumstances.
• Plans strategies to reduce length of stay, turnaround time, resource consumption and improve patient outcomes.
• Functions as role model for clinical practice to coworker, students, and physicians. Manages resources, establishes priorities, and modifies environment to meet patient care needs.
• Completes manager/director predetermined projects within specified time frame and according to pre-established guidelines.
• Uses problem-solving methods to facilitate resolution to patient and personnel situations that present in the work area.
• Takes an active role in the orientation of new employees.
• Provides feedback to staff using appropriate communication and documentation.
• Provides input into practice, environment, and work issues by participating on unit, hospital, and/or system activities which facilitates staff participation/input in decision making.
• Assists with providing education activities for unit/department.

What We Require:

Education: Graduate of school of professional nursing of an accredited college or graduate of an approved program eligible to sit for the VA licensure exam.

Licensure/Certification: Currently licensed as Registered Nurse in Virginia or eligible to obtain Virginia RN licensure.

Life Support: AHA BLS-HCP required. May be required to obtain/maintain BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP based on specific work unit.

Other: Computer skills required for electronic medical record (EPIC).

Compensation Range: $33.52 - $50.28

Employee pay is based on a variety of factors, including qualifications, credentials, education, and prior work experience. The compensation range does not include benefits or pension plan.

For more information, contact the HR Service Center at 1-800-599-2537.

Carilion Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer: We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, or veterans status.

Carilion is a Drug-Free Workplace. For more information or for individuals with disabilities needing special assistance with our online application process contact Carilion HR Service Center at 800-599-2537, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

For more information on E-Verify: https://www.carilionclinic.org/eoe-e-verify-and-right-work-policies

Benefits, Pay and Well-beingat Carilion Clinic

Carilion understands the importance of prioritizing your well-being to help you develop and thrive. That's why we offer a well-rounded benefits package, and many perks and well-being resources to help you live a happy, healthy life at work and when you're away.

When you make your tomorrow with us, we'll enhance your potential to realize the best in yourself.Below are benefits available to you when you join Carilion:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits
• Employer Funded Pension Plan, vested after five years (Voluntary 403B)
• Paid Time Off (accrued from day one)
• Onsite fitness studios and discounts to our Carilion Wellness centers
• Access to our health and wellness app, Personify Health
• Discounts on childcare
• Continued education and training

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