Surgical Inpatient RN — Night Shift & CAPE Growth

WVU Medicine; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

WVU Medicine is seeking an experienced registered nurse to provide high-quality inpatient care in a hospital setting. The role emphasizes the nursing process, patient safety, and individualized education, with ongoing professional development and accountability for delegated care.

The position requires an active RN license and BLS with a preference for BSN. Experience is typically under 12 months, and the role supports growth through mentorship and evidence-based practice.

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse license in the state where services will be provided or multi-state RN license via eNLC.
• Obtain Basic Life Support certification within 30 days of hire date.
• Less than 12 months of RN experience.
• BSN degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates safety and continuity of care using documentation and handoff tools/processes.
• Uses nursing process to create plan of care: assessment, diagnosis, intervention, evaluation of outcomes.
• Identifies patient safety concerns and utilizes appropriate resources.
• Provides education based on patient learning needs.
• Considers patient individuality and mutual data in delivering care.
• Performs comprehensive patient assessment and documentation.
• Demonstrates teach-back to verify patient education effectiveness.
• Applies Evidence-Based Practice in nursing care.
• Participates in a patient-centered care model.
• Documents problems and issues in the care plan.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Critical thinking

Communication

Flexibility

Stress management

Education

RN license (state or eNLC)

BLS certification

BSN (preferred)

Job description

WVU Medicine is seeking an experienced registered nurse to provide high-quality inpatient care in a hospital setting. The role emphasizes the nursing process, patient safety, and individualized education, with ongoing professional development and accountability for delegated care.

The position requires an active RN license and BLS with a preference for BSN. Experience is typically under 12 months, and the role supports growth through mentorship and evidence-based practice.