Registered Nurse RN

Job Overview RN – Neuro Trauma Surgical (Open). Sign on Bonus available. The unit is a 28 bed Medical/Surgical unit that primarily handles Trauma/Neurosurgery, Urology, and General surgery patients. A dedicated Neurosurgical ACP is present daily, while most other services are secondary or alternate. As a registered nurse you deliver exceptional care, customer service, respect, dignity, kindness, and empathy to patients, families, and colleagues. Employment Status: Full time Shift: Day/Evening/Night (United States of America) Facility: 1906 Belleview Ave SE - Roanoke Responsibilities As part of the health care team, RNs assume primary accountability for nursing coordination and provision of individualized care for patients of all ages. The registered nurse also utilizes delegation and critical thinking skills to provide quality service through a team‑oriented, collaborative approach to patient care. The RN assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates patient care in order to achieve optimum patient outcomes for patients of all ages as appropriate to the service area. Age‑specific admission and ongoing assessments are completed, documented and used to develop a plan of care. The RN collaborates with members of the health care team, patient, and family to develop, implement, and evaluate an age‑specific interdisciplinary plan of care. Plans are revised according to changes in patient status. Treatments and medications for patients of all ages are accurately administered and documented utilizing automated computer systems, including electronic medical records. Patient/family (caregiver) educational needs are identified in a timely manner, incorporated into the plan of care, implemented and documented appropriately. The RN contributes to Carilion Clinic’s performance improvement activities and consistently demonstrates the role of patient advocate, protector of patient’s rights, and provider of psychological, social, and cultural support. The RN applies knowledge of growth and development to appropriately care for patients served. The RN determines and performs within clinical, leadership, and/or educational pathways to support (direct/indirect) evidence‑based, quality patient care service and performance improvement. The RN exhibits clinical expertise in rapidly changing circumstances and plans strategies to reduce length of stay, turnaround time, resource consumption, and improve patient outcomes. The RN functions as a role model for clinical practice to coworkers, students, and physicians. The RN manages resources, establishes priorities, and modifies the environment to meet patient care needs. The RN completes manager/director predetermined projects within specified time frame and according to pre‑established guidelines. The RN uses problem‑solving methods to facilitate resolution to patient and personnel situations that present in the work area. The RN takes an active role in the orientation of new employees, provides feedback to staff using appropriate communication and documentation, and provides input into practice, environment, and work issues by participating on unit, hospital, and/or system activities which facilitate staff participation and decision making. The RN assists with providing education activities for the unit/department. What We Require Education: Graduate of a school of professional nursing of an accredited college or graduate of an approved program eligible to sit for the VA licensure exam. Licensure/Certification: Currently licensed as Registered Nurse in Virginia or eligible to obtain Virginia RN licensure. Life Support: AHA BLS‑HCP required. May be required to obtain/maintain BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP based on specific work unit. Other: Computer skills required for electronic medical record (EPIC). Compensation Compensation Range: $33.52 - $50.28 per hour. Pay is based on qualifications, credentials, education, and prior work experience and does not include benefits or pension plan. Recruiter Recruiter: Emily Allen E‑mail: View email address on click.appcast.io Equality and Access 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 veteran status. Carilion is a Drug‑Free Workplace. For more information or for individuals with disabilities needing special assistance with our online application process contact the Carilion Human Resources Service Center at View phone number on click.appcast.io, 8:00a.m. through 4:30p.m., Monday through Friday. For more information on E‑Verify: Benefits Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits Employer‑Funded Pension Plan, vested after five years (Voluntary 403B) Paid Time Off (accrued from day one) On‑site fitness studios and discounts to Carilion Wellness centers Access to our health and wellness app, Personify Health Discounts on childcare Continued education and training opportunities Organization Overview Carilion is a not‑for‑profit, mission‑driven health system headquartered in Roanoke, Va., with award‑winning hospitals, Level1 and 3 trauma centers, Level3 NICU, Institute of Orthopedics and Neurosciences, and multi‑specialty physician practices spanning southwestern Virginia. #J-18808-Ljbffr