Independent Actions:o Follow physician/licensed independent provider orders.o Practice within Virginia's nursing regulations and adhere to ANA Code of Ethics and national nursing practice standards.o Comply with VCUHS policies and procedures. Key Skills and Competencies: - Ability to work independently and follow established protocols. - Strong communication skills to interact effectively with patients and healthcare team members. - Clinical competence in assessing, diagnosing, and treating non-... more details
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Urgent Care at Tappahannock is a convenient option when your primary care doctor is unavailable and your condition is non-life-threatening. We offer a full range of services to meet your unique needs — whether it’s a scrape or cut, rash or sting or the common cold.
Registered Nurse (RN) in an urgent care setting.
Provide care for patients with non-life-threatening conditions when their primary care doctor is unavailable.
Required Education/Training:
• Levels: Clin I, Clin II, Clin III.
• Minimum Requirement: Diploma or Associates Degree from a nursing program approved by Virginia's Board of Nursing.
• Continuing Education: RNs without a Bachelor's degree in Nursing must enroll in an RN to BSN program within two years of starting and complete it within five years, unless grandfathered under previous requirements.
Preferred Experience:
• Clin I: Experience as an LPN, nursing assistant, or care partner in an acute care setting or relevant area.
• Clin II, Clin III: Academic healthcare experience; experience with similar patient populations in acute care or relevant practice settings.
• Education (Preferred): Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (or higher).
• Certification (Preferred): Specialty certification for Clin III.
Responsibilities:
• Independent Actions:
o Follow physician/licensed independent provider orders.
o Practice within Virginia's nursing regulations and adhere to ANA Code of Ethics and national nursing practice standards.
o Comply with VCUHS policies and procedures.
Key Skills and Competencies:
• Ability to work independently and follow established protocols.
• Strong communication skills to interact effectively with patients and healthcare team members.
• Clinical competence in assessing, diagnosing, and treating non-life-threatening conditions commonly seen in urgent care settings.
• Leadership skills to supervise and delegate tasks effectively.
Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire:
Clin I, Clin II, Clin III: Current RN licensure in Virginia or eligible or compact state
Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment:
Clin I, Clin II, Clin III: Current RN licensure in Virginia, AHA BLS HCP Certification or equivalent
Experience REQUIRED:
Clin I: N/A
Clin II: 12 to 24 months RN experience
Clin III: 3 years of clinical experience
Experience PREFERRED:
Clin I: Experience as an LPN, nursing assistant or care partner in either an acute care setting or as applicable to area of practice
Clin II, Clin III: Academic Health Care Experience; Experience with similar patient population in either an acute care setting or as applicable to area of practice
Education/training REQUIRED:
Clin I, Clin II, Clin III: Diploma or Associates Degree from a professional nursing program recognized and/or approved by the corresponding state’s Board of Nursing.
All registered nurses without a Bachelor's degree in Nursing (or higher) will be required to enroll in an approved RN to BSN program within two years of their start date and to complete the program within five years of their start date unless grandfathered under previous requirements.
Education/training PREFERRED:
Clin I, Clin II, Clin III: Completion of a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (or higher) from an accredited program
Clin III: Certification in specialty area
Independent action(s) required:
Follows documented physician/licensed independent provider orders.
Practices within the boundaries of the regulations governing the practice of nursing in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Practice is guided by the ANA Code of Ethics for Nursing and established national nursing practice standards.
All practice is guided by and follows the VCUHS policies and procedures and established practice.
Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable):
Clin I, Clin II, Clin III: Organizes work and delegates and supervises others (RN's, LPN's, Care Partners, Unit Secretaries, etc.) in carrying out assignments.
Additional position requirements:
Age Specific groups served:
As appropriate based on unit assignment.
Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate):
Physical: Lifting 20-50 lbs. Other: Exposure to potentially hazardous and infectious substances
Activities: Prolonged standing, Prolonged sitting, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive)
Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking
Emotional: Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment
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