RN - Trauma PCU

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

Education and Training

Wellness programs

Job summary

Carilion Clinic's 20-bed Trauma PCU in Roanoke, VA, is seeking an RN to provide professional nursing care across all ages in a trauma-focused unit. You will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, high-quality outcomes.

The role requires Virginia RN licensure, BLS-HCP, and EMR proficiency, with opportunities to participate in performance improvement and education activities within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a State Board of Nursing approved program required.
• Current RN license in Virginia or eligibility to obtain licensure required.
• AHA BLS-HCP required; ACLS/PALS/NRP may be required depending on unit.
• Keyboarding and computer literacy including EMR usage.
• Ability to manage disruptive or potentially violent patients in Behavioral Health roles.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized nursing care across all age groups with patient-centered approach.
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care to optimize outcomes.
• Document age-specific assessments and care plans in EMR.
• Collaborate with patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Administer treatments and medications accurately; monitor responses.
• Support orientation and training of new staff and participate in quality initiatives.

Skills

Nursing assessment

Care planning

Patient education

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Documentation in EMR

Education

RN program graduate

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

20 bed PCU specializes in the care of trauma surgery patients Four beds in this unit are dedicated for an Epilepsy Monitoring Unit and two beds are equipped for Chronic Ventilator patients.

Employment Status

Full time

Shift

Day/Evening (United States of America)

Facility

1906 Belleview Ave SE - Roanoke

Requisition Number

R161458 RN - Trauma PCU (Open)

How You’ll Help Transform Healthcare

20 bed PCU specializes in the care of trauma surgery patients Four beds in this unit are dedicated for an Epilepsy Monitoring Unit and two beds are equipped for Chronic Ventilator patients.

The RN provides professional nursing care to patients across all age groups, supporting patient-centered care through assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care. This role collaborates with the healthcare team to ensure safe, effective, and high-quality patient outcomes.

The RN

• Provides individualized patient care and coordinates care delivery for patients of all ages.
• Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates patient care to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Completes and documents age-specific assessments to support development of care plans.
• Collaborates with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams to develop and adjust care plans.
• Administers treatments and medications accurately and documents care in electronic medical records.
• Identifies and addresses patient and family education needs.
• Participates in performance improvement and quality initiatives.
• Advocates for patients and supports their rights and psychosocial needs.
• Applies knowledge of growth and development to provide age-appropriate care.
• Demonstrates clinical expertise in dynamic and changing care environments.
• Implements strategies to improve patient outcomes and resource utilization.
• Serves as a role model and supports development of peers and team members.
• Manages resources, prioritizes tasks, and adapts to changing patient care needs.
• Supports orientation and training of new employees.
• Uses problem-solving skills to address patient care and operational challenges.
• Provides feedback and participates in shared decision-making activities.
• Supports education activities within the department.
• Maintains confidentiality and complies with regulatory and organizational standards.

What We Require

Education: Graduate of a State Board of Nursing approved program required.

Experience: None.

Licensure, Certification, and/or Registration: Current Registered Nurse license in the Commonwealth of Virginia required or eligibility to obtain licensure required.

Life Support: AHA BLS-HCP required. Additional certifications such as ACLS, PALS, or NRP may be required based on assigned work area.

Other Minimum Qualifications: Keyboarding skills and computer literacy required, including use of electronic medical records. For Behavioral Health roles, must demonstrate ability to safely manage disruptive or potentially violent patients.

This job description is intended to be a representative summary of the major responsibilities and accountabilities performed by incumbents in this role. Incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

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.

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.

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Benefits, Pay And Well-being At 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.

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 studios and discounts to our Carilion Wellness centers
• Access to our health and wellness app, Personify Health
• Discounts on childcare
• Continued education and training