Registered Nurse - Days

Sheltering Arms and VCU Health have come together to create Sheltering Arms Institute, a non-profit, state-of-the-science destination inpatient rehabilitation hospital and network of outpatient centers. The Institute blends advanced technology, research, and evidence-based clinical care to create an innovative, transdisciplinary model of rehabilitative care. Ranked among the nation's best rehabilitation hospitals and the top physical rehab provider in Virginia by US News & World Report, our organizational values and approach to care facilitate superior patient outcomes and the realization of Sheltering Arms Institute’s vision to reinvent rehabilitation. To reach that goal, we need talented team members who will contribute to our culture and patient-centric model of care. Our culture statement acts as the blueprint for aligning our choices and actions with our mission and vision. Join us on our journey to reinvent rehabilitation for life beyond limits.

Sheltering Arms Institute is seeking a RN/Clinical Nurse to join our day shift team. The RN is a key member of our care team working alongside doctors, therapists and medical psychologists integrating technical skills and theoretical knowledge to meet the needs of the patient and family. Assists the health care team with the prevention of illness and injury, maintenance of wellness, and provision of comfort.  Provides direction, education, and begins to acquire leadership skills at the unit level.  Delivers and accurately documents direct, age-specific care to a patient or group of patients based on medical orders and an integrated, transdisciplinary plan of care.  Safely administers prescribed medications, identifying incompatibilities and/or interactions.

Qualifications and Skills

Required

• Clinical I: N/A
• Clinical II: >/= 12 to 24 months RN experience
• Clinical III: >/= 3 years clinical experience
• Clinical IV: >/= 5 years clinical experience
• Clinical V: > 5 years clinical experience

Preferred

• Clinical I: Experience as a LPN, nursing assistant, or care partner in either an acute care setting or as applicable to area of practice
• Clinical II, Clinical III, Clinical IV, & Clinical V: Academic health care experience, experience with similar patient population in either an acute care setting or as applicable to area of practice 

Education/Certifications

Required

• Graduate of an accredited RN nursing program required
• RN - licensed registered nurse
• AHA BLS HCP certification or equivalent

Preferred

• Completion of a Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing from an accredited program

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.