Registered Nurse- Radiation Therapy

Company: Virginia Commonwealth University
Location: Arlington
Posted on: January 20, 2023

Job Description:

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. Thjs 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: *Clin I, Clin II, Clin III*: Current RN licensure in Virginia or eligible or compact state.Experience REQUIRED: *Clin I*: N/A. *Clin II*: 12 to 24 months RN experience. *Clin III*: 3 years of clinical experienceExperience 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 similarpatient 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.Job Types: Full-time, PermanentBenefits:* 401(k)* 401(k) matching* Continuing education credits* Dental insurance* Health insurance* Paid sick time* Paid time off* Referral program* Tuition reimbursement* Vision insuranceMedical specialties:* RadiologyStandard shift:* Day shift* Evening shift* Night shiftSupplemental schedule:* Holidays* On callWeekly schedule:* Rotating weekendsAbility to commute/relocate:* Richmond, VA 23298: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)Education:* Bachelor's (Preferred)License/Certification:* RN License (Preferred)Work Location: One location

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