Registered Nurse (RN) - Pediatric Emergency Department - Rotating
Virginia Commonwealth University Health Systems | |
United States, Virginia, Richmond | |
Aug 28, 2024 | |
**$20,000 Sign-On Bonus for offers accepted by September 30, 2024.Terms and Conditions apply**
Our 10,000-square-foot Pediatric Emergency Department is designed to take care of the youngest patients through teenagers. We are the only designated Level I pediatric trauma center in the region (the first in Virginia). We have 12 large exam rooms, with recliners for families. Four fast-track rooms, where we can treat and release children with conditions such as ear infections, colds and rashes. Our Child life specialists know that emergencies can be stressful for your child (and you). At every stage of care, our child life team is available to talk with your child and explain what is happening to them in the most appropriate ways for their age and condition. The team has master's level training in how to make this less stressful for your child. In addition to emergency physicians, we have a comprehensive team of nurse practitioners, award-winning nurses, social workers and others to provide a continuum of care, as up to 40 percent of pediatric emergency patients are admitted to the hospital. The Clinical Nurse I job Integrates technical skills and theoretical knowledge to meet the needs of the patient and family. This job assists the health care team with the prevention of illness and injury, maintenance of wellness, and provision of comfort. This job provides direction, education, and begins to acquire leadership skills at the unit level. This job delivers and accurately documents direct, age-specific care to a patient or group of patients based on medical orders and an integrated, multidisciplinary plan of care. This job also safely administers prescribed medications, identifying incompatibilities and/or interactions. The Clinical Nurse II job demonstrates a mastery of clinical skills and begins to apply this knowledge to a specific patient population. This job assists the health care team with the prevention of illness and injury, maintenance of wellness, and provision of comfort. This job recognizes changes in patient situations and intervenes appropriately. This job mobilizes resources to meet the individualized needs of patient/families. This job provides direction, education, and assumes leadership responsibilities at the unit level. This job delivers and accurately documents direct, age-specific care to a patient or group of patients based on medical orders and an integrated, multidisciplinary plan of care. This job safely administers prescribed medications, identifying incompatibilities and/or interactions. The Clinical Nurse III job demonstrates clinical knowledge at the unit level and begins to apply this knowledge to a specific patient population. This job assists the health care team with the prevention of illness and injury, maintenance of wellness, and provision of comfort. This job anticipates changes in patient situations and intervenes appropriately. This job provides direction, education, and serves as a role model in a clinical setting. This job delivers and accurately documents direct, age-specific care to a patient or group of patients based on medical orders and an integrated, multidisciplinary plan of care. This job safely administers prescribed medications, identifying incompatibilities and/or interactions. Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire: EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran/41 CFR 60-1.4. |