Primary Care RN

Overview

The Registered Nurse will play a critical role in delivering high-quality, compassionate care to a diverse patient population. Your responsibilities will encompass all aspects of patient care, including conducting thorough assessments, designing and implementing personalized care plans, administering medications and treatments, and evaluating patient responses to interventions. You will work closely with an interdisciplinary team of healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care and ensure continuity throughout the treatment process. In this role, you will educate patients and their families about health conditions, treatments, and post-discharge care, empowering them to make informed decisions about their health. You will monitor and record vital signs, observe changes in patient conditions, and respond promptly with appropriate interventions. Utilizing sound clinical judgment, you will address complex health situations, consult with medical team members as needed, and document all care in accordance with regulatory and organizational standards. The RN is expected to uphold the highest standards of patient safety, adhere to evidence-based protocols, and contribute to a supportive and empathetic environment. As a patient advocate, you will work tirelessly to ensure each patient’s comfort, dignity, and well-being while fostering trust and a sense of security.

Responsible for

• Performing competent level of nursing care as demonstrated by the critical thinking model known as the nursing process.
• Possessing clinical knowledge and skills to meet standards as required by clinical area(s).
• Exhibiting sound knowledge and understanding of routine nursing procedures and RN and LPN scope of practice.

Education and Certification/Licensure

• ASN or Higher required.
• RN license required.
• Must meet and maintain any additional Life Support requirements defined by the clinical area:
  • Critical Care/Intermediate Care Unit - ACLS within 90 days of hire.
  • Emergency Care - ACLS & PALS within 90 days of hire.
  • Oncology Care - ONS/Oncology Nursing Certification Corporation (ONCC) or Sentara approved course Chemotherapy & Biotherapy Provider Card within 6 months of hire.
  • Women’s Care - Perinatal departments; NRP within 6 months of hire.
  • Inpatient Pediatrics - PALS within 90 days of hire.

Benefits

• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Work Perks
• Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
• Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000 Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Resources Plan
• Colleagues have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met.