Registered Nurse (RN) Inpatient at University of Virginia

, Virginia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Jan, 26

Salary

61.0

Posted On

11 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Clinical Skills, Leadership, Interpersonal Skills, Staffing, Patient Care, Documentation, Team Support, Patient Experience, Communication, Regulatory Compliance, Safety Standards, Problem Solving, Professional Development, Quality Goals, Collaboration, Resource Management

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

The Charge Nurse position is an experienced professional who demonstrates clinical, leadership, and interpersonal skill proficiency. The Charge Nurse facilitates and supports the clinical and operational needs of individual inpatient care areas in partnership with management. Staffing/Throughput/Access Leads day to day operations supporting safe throughput and access to care Ensures staffing according to patient needs and collaborates with leaders and staffing resource office (inpatient) using established staffing guidelines. Accurately documents within labor management software to ensure fiscal stewardship. Team member support Serves as a resource for team members and facilitates adherence to policies and clinical practice guiding resources. Ensures access to appropriate levels of care, and facilitates clinical/operational escalation as needed. Facilitates a calm and productive working environment Supports team members in non patient care activities such as professional development activities, participation in practice environment problem solving, breaks etc. Patient Experience Supports patient experience through support of team member identified needs, patient rounding (inpatient), service recovery and problem solving. Coordinates support services as needed to address patient needs. Engages with the team, patients and visitors to optimize the patient experience. Promotes closed loop communication and collaboration between team members, clinical disciplines and ancillary departments. Environment of Care Manages care environment to ensure regulatory and safety standards are met. Facilitates team huddles and use of visual management boards as a mechanism to promote communication. Supports setting specific work to achieve local and organizational quality goals and use of standard work. In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education: Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing or currently enrolled in an accredited nursing BSN/MSN program that will be completed within 5 years of hire. Experience: RN Clinician 2 or higher who has been employed on the unit for 6 months or has had previous Charge Nurse experience from another unit/organization. Licensure: Licensed to Practice as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia. American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Job requires standing for prolonged periods, frequently traveling and bending/stooping. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 20 - 50lbs. May be exposed to chemicals, blood/body fluids and infectious disease. Position Compensation Range: $46.08 - $61.00 Hourly Benefits Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts Certification and education support Generous Paid Time Off UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report “Best Hospitals” guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as “High Performing” in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children’s is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.

Responsibilities

The Charge Nurse leads day-to-day operations in inpatient care areas, ensuring safe throughput and access to care while supporting team members. They also manage the care environment to meet regulatory and safety standards and promote effective communication among team members.