Registered Nurse (RN) - ICU - Intensive Care Unit
LifePoint Hospitals
Richlands, VA

RN-ICU/CCU

Clinch Valley Health Who We Are: People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Clinch Valley Medical Center is a 175-bed acute care hospital with a growing integrated network of care that offers many services for our community. Today, our unwavering commitment to our patients ranks us as one of the top hospitals in Virginia and the nation for quality of care - including patient safety and health outcomes. Where We Are: As one of the most peaceful towns in the State of Virginia, Richlands is comfortably located within the mountains of Southwest Virginia. Nestled in the Appalachian Mountains and along the banks of the Clinch River, the Town of Richlands is privileged by the exposure of a diverse and unique culture. Many of the local attractions reflect the unique culture of Appalachian Mountains. Why Choose Us: * Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees * Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees * Employee Assistance Program - mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance * Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants * Employee discount program * And much more… Position Summary: Clinch Valley Health is seeking a Registered Nurse for the ICU and CCU departments. Responsible for planning, delegating and coordinating the provision of nursing care via the nursing process for the assigned patients. RN is responsible for meeting the standards of care and practice, performing in an ethical and professional manner, and assisting in the management of staff and collaborating with ancillary departments and members of the health care team to establish and achieve patient goals and maintain high quality patient care. Assesses and plans for patient/family/significant other educational needs and plans, implements and evaluates knowledge gained through educational efforts. The RN must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care, based on the physical, psycho/social, educational, safety, and related criteria for the adult, geriatric and occasional adolescent population served. Minimum Qualifications: * Requires graduation from an accredited school of nursing and must be currently registered in the State of Virginia. Prefer Baccalaureate Degree. * Three years of previous clinically related hospital nursing experience strongly preferred. The employee will complete an orientation program of sufficient duration and content to prepare them for specific duties in the hospital before they administer direct patient care but at least within thirty (30) days of their hire date. * Must acquire and maintain ACLS proficiency. Must meet proficiency requirements of the unit including CPR certification, and successful completion of both the medication and unit specific proficiency tests annually. Medical-Surgical Certification is desired. Ability to make decisions and intervenes on a variety of complex problems while rendering patient care. Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran