Working as a member of a multidisciplinary team, the Registered Nurse provides direct patient care to both non-acute and acutely ill students, in addition to students seeking health maintenance services. The incumbent ensures compliance with physician orders and follows established nursing processes, including patient assessment, nursing diagnosis, planning, intervention, and evaluation. They exercise judgment and decision making in their daily work. Work is somewhat independent and performed according to established protocols.
Responsibilities include:
Assess patients using nursing skills to evaluate vital signs, breath sounds, and any specific observations needed.Perform specific therapeutic interventions that assist medical evaluation.Read and synthesize information from patients' files, which may include medical histories, prescribed medications, vital sign readings, and clinical observations, to learn about patients' conditions, determine patients' care priorities, and prepare test requisitions according to physicians' specifications.Communicate patient status and changes in patient condition as appropriate, and collaborate with nursing supervisor to address complex issues.Supervise CNAs and LPNs.In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.Minimum Requirements:
Education: Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing, Bachelor's of Science degree, or Associate's Degree in Nursing.
Experience: At least five years of experience as an RN.
Licensure: Registered Nursing license and CPR certification.
About the Position:
The anticipated salary range is $44.00 - 48.00/hour commensurate with experience and qualifications. This is an nonexempt-level, overtime eligible position with UVa benefits. Employees’ benefits package highlights include:
22 days of paid time off, increasing with service; 13+ paid holidays each year, in addition to paid time off Parental and Community Service Leave Health plan with options to meet healthcare and financial needs available immediately Competitive retirement benefits Tuition and professional development benefits after six months Employee wellness program featuring activities to earn up to $500/year.For more information about UVA please click here; for information about the Charlottesville community please see Charlottesville & Beyond and Embark. The University will perform background, health and drug screens on all new hires to the Department of Student Health and Wellness prior to employment. This position will not sponsor applicants for work visas.
To Apply:
Please apply through the UVA Job Board. Internal applicants please apply through Workday, search 'find jobs.' The position is open until filled, but to assure full consideration, candidates are encouraged to have complete applications submitted by February 28, 2025. Requested application materials include a letter of interest or cover letter and resume or curriculum vitae. References will be completed via UVA’s standardized process SkillSurvey. A total of five references will be requested via SkillSurvey during the final phase of the interview process. A minimum of three references is required. This position will not sponsor applicants for work visas. For questions about the application process, please contact Michele Jarman, Academic Recruiter.
Physical Demands:
Job requires sitting/standing for prolonged periods, frequently bending/stooping/traveling (distance: 1 – 2 miles/day), climbing (ladder, steps) and reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive). Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 20 – 50lbs.
This position may be exposed to electric current while working on electronic equipment, exposed to extreme temperatures in steam tunnels and required to stand on different surfaces.
The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician’s Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, and family medical or genetic information.