What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse Clinician - Comprehensive Liver Care Unit - Intermediate Care position at Virginia Commonwealth University Health Systems?
Why Join Our Team?
*Brand-new 24-bed unit with Intermediate and Acute Care beds
*Specialized focus on Liver Transplant and Transplant Hepatology populations
*Nurse-to-patient ratios of 1:3 and 1:4 based on patient acuity
*24/7 in-house provider coverage for continuous clinical support
Position Highlights
*Provide expert assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning for complex patients
*Serve as a clinical leader, educator, and mentor for nursing staff
*Lead program development, implementation, and quality improvement initiatives
*Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to promote exceptional patient outcomes
*Support evidence-based practice, staff development, and resource management
If you are passionate about clinical excellence, professional development, and caring for a unique patient population, we invite you to join our team.
Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire:
Current RN licensure in Virginia or eligible or compact state
Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment:
Current RN Licensure in Virginia
AHA BLS HCP Certification or equivalent
Experience REQUIRED:
5 years nursing experience required
Minimum of one year experience in the position's specialty patient population or practice setting
Experience PREFERRED:
Experience in staff education and professional development (orientation, preceptorship, in-services education, etc.)
Academic health care experience
Education/training REQUIRED:
Bachelor's degree in nursing. Must be enrolled in a Master's degree program at the time of application and must be complete within 36 months of hire. Special consideration will be given for applicants enrolled in Baccalaureate to Doctoral programs who will not attain a Master's degree and may require longer than 36 months to complete the terminal degree.
Education/training PREFERRED:
Master's Degree in Nursing or a related field. If the master's degree is not in Nursing, then it is required to have a Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing
Independent action(s) required:
Has full authority and accountability for direction and leadership of program planning, guideline development, setting of practice standards within the confines of organizations/divisions/units mission, goals and objectives.
Manages human, fiscal and other resources to ensure quality programs/processes/services with measurable positive outcomes.
Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable):
Negotiable with immediate supervisor in collaboration with the Nurse Manager.
Additional position requirements:
Will generally work day shift, but may require flexibility for special projects or to meet organization and staff needs.
Age Specific groups served: As appropriate based on unit assignment.
Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate):
Physical: Lifting 20-50 lbs. Lifting 50-100 lbs.
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, Able to adapt to frequent change
EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran
VCU Health System Authority (VCU Health) complies with applicable civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, political affiliation, disabilities, marital status, veteran status, residence, financial status, or any other manner prohibited by law.