RN Medical ICU
Description
As a Registered Nurse (RN), you will provide direct nursing care in accordance with established policies, procedures, and protocols of the hospital. While providing clinical and administrative support on the unit, you will work closely with the clinical team to create and implement a care plan that meets each patient’s needs. You will also coordinate unit activities and assure accountability of all assigned tasks.
- You will instruct and educate patients and family members.
- Administer prescribed medications, change dressings, clean wounds, and monitor vital signs.
- You will monitor, record and communicate patient conditions as appropriate utilizing computerized documentation systems.
- You will serve as the primary coordinator of all disciplines for well-coordinated patient care.
- Coordinate patient's discharge planning needs with members of the healthcare team.
Facility: LEWISGALE MEDICAL CENTER VA
SHIFT TIMES: Days & Nights (7-7)
Salary range: $32.11 (0) $39,76 (10yr) $ (20yr MAX) $45.87 Shift Diffs: Weekends $3 Nights $4
SIGN ON: 15K (2-year commitment)- Relo: Yes ($2,500)
(*** Also accepting candidates for the ICU training program starting 9/18. A minimum of 6 months of RN
experience is required. This is a paid 10-week accelerated program, and candidates are eligible for a
$15,000 sign-on bonus with a 3 yr commitment. There are 12 needs. ***)
Requirements
EDUCATION REQUIRED AND/OR PREFERRED:
● Diploma or Associates Degree from a professional nursing program (required)
● BSN or current enrollment in a BSN program at an accredited school of Nursing (preferred) LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:
● Current licensure as an RN in the state of Virginia or a current multi-state compact RN license with eligibility to practice in VA is required.
● American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Health Care Provider (required)
EXPERIENCE:
● Will cross train 1-year hospital experience - at least Med Surg
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
● 29-Bed Medical ICU
● Nurse-to-patient ratios based on acuity (very fast pace)
● Patient turnover ranges from 5 – 12 days
● Types of patients you may see are ventilated tracheostomy patients
● Stroke-designated unit, where patients with neurologic problems are seen
● Part of LGMC Shared Governance councils
● A supportive environment focused on fostering educational opportunities and specialty
certification
● Leaders in this unit have a passion for supporting nurses in reaching their professional goals,
excellent practice, and collegial relationships
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
- Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance, and more.
- Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical, and financial wellbeing
- 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
- Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
- Referral services for a child, elder, and pet care, home, and auto repair, event planning, and more
- Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
- Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services, and preferred banking partnerships
- Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
- Colleague recognition program
- Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage, and leaves of absence)
- Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.
