RN - Neuro Stroke Step Down

Nurse Resident

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26 bed telemetry PCU specializes in the care and management of Hospitalist medicine patients, with primarily Stroke and Neurology diagnosis. The Nurse Resident provides patient care through assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation, and collaborates with the healthcare team to develop and adjust care plans while building clinical competency.

The Nurse Resident:

• Delivers high-quality patient care and customer service while demonstrating respect, dignity, kindness, and empathy in all interactions.
• Assumes accountability for coordination and delivery of individualized patient care across all age groups.
• Participates in the Nurse Residency Program to develop clinical judgment, critical thinking, leadership skills, and professional confidence.
• Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates patient care to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Completes and documents age-specific assessments to support development of care plans.
• Collaborates with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams to develop and adjust care plans.
• Administers treatments and medications accurately and documents care in electronic medical records.
• Identifies and addresses patient and family education needs.
• Participates in performance improvement and quality initiatives.
• Advocates for patients and supports their rights and psychosocial needs.
• Applies knowledge of growth and development to provide age-appropriate care.
• Demonstrates developing clinical expertise in dynamic care environments.
• Implements strategies to support patient outcomes and efficient care delivery.
• Manages resources, prioritizes tasks, and adapts to changing patient care needs.
• Uses problem-solving skills to address patient care and operational challenges.
• Participates in orientation, training, and professional development activities.
• Provides feedback and contributes to a collaborative team environment.
• Participates in unit, hospital, and system initiatives supporting shared decision-making.
• Supports education activities within the department.
• Attends required Nurse Residency Program sessions and completes associated assignments.

What We Require:

Education: Graduate of a State Board of Nursing approved program required.

Experience: None required.

Licensure, Certification, and/or Registration: Current Registered Nurse license in the Commonwealth of Virginia required with less than 1 year of experience. For Behavioral Health roles, de-escalation training must be completed within 1 year of hire and maintained.

Life Support: AHA BLS-HCP required. Additional certifications such as ACLS, PALS, or NRP may be required based on assigned work area.

Other Minimum Qualifications: Must attend required Nurse Residency Program sessions. Keyboarding skills and computer literacy required, including use of electronic medical records.

Career Advancement Program: RNs are eligible to participate in the Career Advancement Program (CAP) to attain various levels of advancement based on performance criteria.

This job description is intended to be a representative summary of the major responsibilities and accountabilities performed by incumbents in this role. Incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Compensation Range:

$33.52 - $50.28

Employee pay is based on a variety of factors, including qualifications, credentials, education, and prior work experience. The compensation range does not include benefits or pension plan.

Benefits, Pay and Well-being at Carilion Clinic

Carilion understands the importance of prioritizing your well-being to help you develop and thrive. That's why we offer a well-rounded benefits package, and many perks and well-being resources to help you live a happy, healthy life at work and when you're away.

When you make your tomorrow with us, we'll enhance your potential to realize the best in yourself. Below are benefits available to you when you join Carilion:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits
• Employer Funded Pension Plan, vested after five years (Voluntary 403B)
• Paid Time Off (accrued from day one)
• Onsite fitness studios and discounts to our Carilion Wellness centers
• Access to our health and wellness app, Personify Health
• Discounts on childcare
• Continued education and training