Registered Nurse (RN) - Acute Care Surgery - 12 Week Contract (TTWP) - Rotating

Acute Care Surgical Services is a nationally recognized AACN Sliver Beacon 28 bed inpatient unit and Center of Bariatric Excellence providing care for Surgical Oncology, Plastic Surgery, Microsurgery, Bariatric Surgery, Colo-Rectal Surgery and Urology patients.

This diverse unit includes general and progressive level of care beds and provides the highest quality care for a broad spectrum of surgical diseases including the most critically ill and injured patients.

VCU Medical Center is the only Level I Trauma Center in the region verified by the State of Virginia and the American College of Surgeons for Adult, Pediatric, and Burn trauma.

We believe in teamwork and value every team member's personal and professional growth through clinical ladder advancements, certification and education.

Apply for a diverse surgical specialty experience where your professional growth and development is priority!The Temporary 12-Week Assignment - Registered Nurse 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.Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire : Current RN licensure in Virginia or eligible or compact stateExperience REQUIRED : At least 1 year of RN experienceExperience PREFERRED : Academic Health Care Experience;

Experience with similar patient population in either an acute care setting or as applicable to area of practiceEducation / training REQUIRED : Diploma or Associates Degree from a professional nursing program recognized and / or approved by the corresponding state's Board of NursingEducation / training PREFERRED : Completion of a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (or higher) from an accredited programIndependent 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.Additional position requirements : Clinicians work all three shifts, weekends and holidays.

Individual shift rotation and schedules will be established with your specific Nurse Manager / Practice Manager.Schedules, including requirements of shift rotations and hours of work may be adjusted as necessary to meet unit requirements and / or as needed.

Age Specific groups served : As appropriate based on unit assignment.Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate) : Physical : Lifting 20-50 lbs.

Other : Exposure to potentially hazardous and infectious substancesActivities : 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 thinkingEmotional : Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environmentVaries by Need (United States of America)EEO Employer / Disabled / Protected Veteran / 41 CFR 60-1.4.