Registered Nurse- 5th floor FT

Position Overview We are looking for a Registered Nurse to provide professional nursing care in an inpatient hospital setting. The incumbent will have authority, responsibility, and shift accountability for the delivery of nursing care through the use of the nursing process. They will apply competent clinical knowledge, skills, and independent nursing judgment. Minimum Qualifications Current Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which services will be provided, or a current multi‑state RN license through the enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC). Certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire date. Less than 12 months of experience as a registered nurse. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree. Core Duties and Responsibilities Demonstrate safety and continuity of care using documentation, handoff tools/processes, etc. Create plan of care using the nursing process: assessment, diagnoses, intervention, and evaluation of outcomes. Recognize patient safety concerns and use appropriate resources. Provide education based on unique learning needs of patients. Incorporate patient individuality & mutuality data in delivery of care. Perform adequate patient assessment and documentation. Use teach‑back method to evaluate effectiveness of education. Utilize Evidence‑Based Practice (EBP) in nursing care. Participate in organizational patient‑centered care model. Document problems and issues in the plan of care. Demonstrate growth in ability to care for more complex patients utilizing consultation with experienced colleagues. Show commitment to lifelong learning through self‑reflection and inquiry for learning and personal growth. Retain accountability for delegated nursing care. Recognize scope of practice for all inter‑professional team members. Participate in holistic, culturally sensitive data collection. Assess the impact of family dynamics on healthcare consumer health and wellness. Integrate the American Nursing Association (ANA)’s code of ethics in guiding practice. Identify discriminatory health care practices in culturally diverse populations. Individualize care based on beliefs, barriers, and readiness to learn of patients. Specialty Accreditation Requirements Complete annual required education related to specialty accreditation as defined by accreditation standards. Training may be completed through CBLs, trainings, In‑services, and competency validation. Physical Requirements Minimize manual lifting of patients; limit safe patient handling to 35 pounds using lift equipment or other aids. Lifting, moving, stooping, reaching, standing, walking, and carrying materials and equipment weighing 40+ lbs. Visual acuity within normal range. Hearing within normal range is required. Working Environment Working protracted or irregular hours. Working around biohazards, infectious diseases, deceased, hands in water, electrical hazards associated with patient care equipment. Skills and Abilities Interpersonal skills to positively and effectively communicate, negotiate, and resolve conflict. Competent clinical practice and critical thinking skills to efficiently deliver patient care. Flexibility to respond to changes in work volume, staff and scheduling changes. Ability to work successfully under highly stressful conditions and adapt to varying workloads and assignments. CAPE Program The CAPE program is a system-wide clinical advancement program (clinical ladder) to enhance professional development, provide a reward system for quality clinical performance, promote quality nursing, and improve job satisfaction for inpatient direct care nurses. To apply for the next level, the CAPE nurse must meet the requirements of their current level. They must also meet the required years of nursing experience, degree, and certification to apply for the next level. In addition, nurses who are approved for levels 3, 4, 5, or 6 must complete and submit five competencies on an annual basis to maintain their current level. Level 1 No experience required All graduate nurses with less than 12 months of experience enter at Level one with a diploma, ADN, BSN, or higher Level 2 Meets requirements for previous level One year of experience. Level 3 Meets requirements for previous levels Two years of experience, plus one specialty certification Certification is Preferred but not required Required competencies to include demonstration of regularly being a charge nurse and/or precepting new staff or nursing students Level 4 Available to those with a BSN or higher or nurses with ADN/diploma with 5 years of experience one specialty certification is required Required competencies to include demonstration of regularly being a charge nurse and/or precepting new staff or nursing students Required competencies to include demonstration of participation in QI and/or shared governance at the unit level Level 5 Available to those with an MSN or higher with 4 years of experience, or nurses with a BSN with 4 years of experience and a health-related Master’s Degree, or nurses with a BSN and 5 years of experience One specialty certification is required Required competencies to include demonstration of regularly being a charge nurse and/or precepting new staff or nursing students Required competencies to include demonstration of participation in QI and shared governance at the organization level Level 6 Available to those with an MSN or higher degree with 7 or more years of experience. Consideration is given to other health-related advanced degrees that would assist with direct patient care at the bedside One specialty certification is required Required competencies to include demonstration of regularly being a charge nurse and/or precepting new staff or nursing students Required competencies to include demonstration of participation in QI and shared governance at the system level Additional Job Details Scheduled weekly hours: 36 Shift: Varied (United States of America) Employment type: Non‑Exempt Company: WH Wheeling Hospital Inc. Location: 1 Medical Park Drive, Wheeling, West Virginia Cost Center: 1100 WH Nursing Medical Surgical 5 East Equal Opportunity Statement West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr WH Wheeling Hospital Inc.