Registered Nurse Extender- Emergency Department

About the role

UVA Community Health, part of the world‑class UVA Health academic health system, is committed to caring for the whole person by building meaningful connections with patients in the local setting of UVA Health’s community hospitals, outpatient locations, and provider offices. By combining team talent, system‑wide capabilities, and dedication to community wellness, UVA Community Health brings expert care close to home. Team members contribute to patient‑care decisions, support advanced medical technologies, and experience the satisfaction of making a difference in people’s lives every day.

Responsibilities

The Registered Nurse serves as a leader of the healthcare team at UVA Health Northern VA Culpeper by establishing an authentic personalized relationship with the patient and their chosen support system, collaborating with physicians and other team members to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate an individualized plan of care that promotes optimal health. The RN utilizes best scientific evidence and compassion to assist the patient in navigating their health journey, accepts responsibility, authority, and accountability for management and provision of care in accordance with current policies and procedures, and may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Current RN licensure in the applicable state.
• CPI certification must be obtained within three months of hire (required for Behavioral Health, Emergency Department, and Central Staffing and Scheduling Office).
• If RN license has been inactive, retired, or lapsed for five years or more and not licensed in another state during the last five years, completion of a Board‑approved refresher course is required prior to reactivation/reinstatement.
• Ability to perform basic nursing skills on groups of patients and assume charge responsibility.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize quickly.
• Ability to