VCU Health, Registered Nurse (RN) - Medicine Specialty Unit - Rotating - Application via WayUp

WayUp; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

WayUp is partnering with VCU Health to hire a Registered Nurse (RN) for their Medicine Specialty Unit in Richmond, Virginia. The role includes providing evidence-based care for complex medical patients, with a focus on sickle cell disease management. Candidates must possess a Virginia RN license and relevant experience, with opportunities for professional growth and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Sign-On Bonus of $20,000

Supportive environment emphasizing work-life balance

Inter-professional collaboration for exceptional care

Qualifications

• Virginia RN licensure or eligible/compact state required.
• AHA BLS HCP certification is necessary.
• Experience required varies by Clinical Nurse level.

Responsibilities

• Educating patients and facilitating safe care transitions.
• Assisting with basic patient care and health promotion.
• Demonstrating mastery of clinical skills and leadership roles.

Skills

Patient care

Leadership

Clinical skills

Education

Diploma/Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree preferred

Specialty certification (Clin III)

Job description

VCU Health, Registered Nurse (RN) - Medicine Specialty Unit - Rotating - Application via WayUp

Join to apply for the VCU Health, Registered Nurse (RN) - Medicine Specialty Unit - Rotating - Application via WayUp role at WayUp.

This role is with VCU Health. WayUp is partnering with VCU Health to hire top talent.

Sign-On Bonus: $20,000 for offers accepted by June 30, 2025. Terms and Conditions apply.

Our Medicine Specialty Unit is a 32-bed unit caring for a mix of acute and intermediate care patients, including a specialized focus on sickle cell disease. Nurses receive advanced education on managing sickle cell crises and collaborate with hospitalist teams to treat diagnoses such as sepsis, respiratory failure, kidney and liver injuries, CHF exacerbation, and diabetes complications. Responsibilities include educating patients and facilitating safe care transitions.

Our Medicine Units Offer:

• Evidence-based care for complex medical and surgical patients
• Continuum of care services
• 24-hour hospitalist and teaching physician access
• Unique mindfulness practice space (Watson rooms)
• Supportive environment emphasizing work-life balance
• Nursing autonomy and professional growth
• Inter-professional collaboration for exceptional care

Job Roles:

Clinical Nurse I: Assists with basic patient care, supports health promotion, and begins developing leadership skills. Delivers age-specific care based on medical orders.

Clinical Nurse II: Demonstrates mastery of clinical skills, applies knowledge to specific patient populations, and intervenes appropriately for changes in patient status. Assumes leadership roles.

Clinical Nurse III: Provides expert clinical knowledge, mentors others, and anticipates patient needs. Serves as a role model and leader in the unit.

Requirements:

• Virginia RN licensure or eligible/compact state
• Current RN license, AHA BLS HCP certification
• Experience: Clin I - none; Clin II - 12-24 months; Clin III - 3+ years
• Education: Diploma/Associate's Degree (Clin I-III); Bachelor's Degree preferred; Clin III - specialty certification

Additional Details:

• Follows physician/provider orders within Virginia regulations
• Delegates and supervises staff as appropriate
• Works all shifts, including weekends and holidays, with schedule flexibility
• Physical requirements include lifting, exposure to hazards, and physical activity

Equal Opportunity Employer. Protected Veterans and Disabled Persons are encouraged to apply.