RN I - Neuro PCU - Flex

CP01 Carilion Medical Center; Roanoke (VA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits

Employer-Funded Pension Plan

Paid Time Off

Onsite fitness studio

Discounts on childcare

Continued education and training opportunities

Job summary

CP01 Carilion Medical Center in Roanoke is looking for a Registered Nurse for the Neuro PCU. The role emphasizes specialized care for patients with neurological conditions and requires flexible shifts. Candidates must be licensed in Virginia and possess critical nursing skills, including patient assessment and collaborative planning.

The position also offers competitive benefits, including comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with opportunities for continued education and a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of a professional nursing program and eligible for VA licensure.
• Current Virginia RN license or eligibility to obtain it is required.
• AHA BLS-HCP certification is necessary, with additional certifications depending on unit.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams to develop plans of care.
• Administer medications and treatments accurately.
• Provide patient education and advocate for patients' rights.

Skills

Patient care assessment

Collaborative planning

Clinical expertise

EPIC electronic medical records

Patient education

Education

Registered Nurse licensure in Virginia

Graduate of accredited nursing program

Tools

EPIC software

Job description

Employment Status

Variable / Flex Shift: Any Day, Any Shift (United States of America)

Facility: 1906 Belleview Ave SE - Roanoke

Requisition Number: R154067 RN I - Neuro PCU - Flex (Open)

Overview

We are seeking a registered nurse for our Neuro PCU – a step‑down unit that specializes in the care of patients with non-traumatic brain injuries, ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke, seizure disorders, brain tumor/cancer, neuromuscular conditions, and the Epilepsy Monitoring Unit. The RN is expected to consistently deliver the best in care, customer service, and demonstrate respect, dignity, kindness, and empathy with patients, families, and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care to achieve optimum outcomes for patients of all ages.
• Perform age‑specific admission and ongoing assessments and develop a patient‑specific plan of care.
• Collaborate with the health care team, patients, and families to develop, implement, and evaluate interdisciplinary plans of care.
• Administer treatments and medications accurately and document using EPIC and other automated systems.
• Provide timely patient and family (caregiver) education, incorporate learned needs into care plans, and document accordingly.
• Contribute to performance‑improvement activities and serve as a patient advocate, protecting patient rights and providing psychological, social, and cultural support.
• Apply knowledge of growth and development to meet patients’ needs and exhibit clinical expertise in rapidly changing circumstances.
• Plan strategies to reduce length of stay, turnaround time, and resource consumption while improving patient outcomes.
• Serve as a role model for clinical practice to coworkers, students, and physicians.
• Manage resources, establish priorities, and modify the environment to meet patient care needs.
• Complete manager/director predetermined projects on time and according to guidelines.
• Utilize problem‑solving methods to resolve patient and personnel situations.
• Participate in the orientation of new employees and provide staff feedback using appropriate communication and documentation.
• Contribute to unit, hospital, and system activities, and participate in decision‑making processes.
• Assist in providing education activities for the unit/department.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a school of professional nursing from an accredited college or an approved program eligible to sit for the VA licensure exam.
• Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in Virginia or eligible to obtain Virginia RN licensure.
• Must hold AHA BLS‑HCP certification; may need to obtain/maintain BLS, ACLS, PALS, or NRP based on the specific unit.
• Computer skills required for use of EPIC electronic medical records.

Benefits

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

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.