Registered Nurse; RN - Thoracic Cardiovascular ICU; TCV ICU

UVA Health is a world‑class Magnet‑Recognized academic medical center and health system with a Level 1 trauma center. 2023‑2024 U.S. News & World Report “Best Hospitals” guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as “High Performing” in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures, and we are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers.

The 20‑bed Thoracic Cardiovascular ICU (TCV ICU) serves patients undergoing cardiac, vascular, and thoracic surgical procedures such as CABG, valve replacement/repair, heart and lung transplantation, TAVR, esophagectomy, pneumonectomy, and aortic aneurysm repair. Nurses care for patients who require mechanical circulatory support devices, ECMO, and postoperative recovery, staying for a minimum of 24 hours or longer as needed.

• Relationship Based Care – Self and Colleagues
• Relationship Based Care – Patients and Families
• Expert Caring: clinical assessment, planning, prioritizing, coordinating, and implementation of care.
• Empowered Leaders: demonstrate knowledge of and actively participate in shared governance.
• Lifelong Learners: pursue professional development through formal education, certification, and learning opportunities; support onboarding of new team members and preceptors as applicable.
• Quality Achievement: adhere to clinical documentation guidelines, understand outcomes data, engage in performance improvement activities, and commit to standard work.
• Innovation: apply technologies that support patient care and actively seek to implement evidence‑based practice and new knowledge from nursing research.
• Other duties may be assigned.

• Education:
  
  Graduate of an accredited nursing program. Bachelor of Science in Nursing required within 5 years of hire.
• Experience:
  
  1 year of relevant experience.
• Licensure/
  
  Certifications:
  
  Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia. AHA Health Care Provider BLS certification required.

Standing for prolonged periods, frequent traveling, bending/stooping, lifting or pushing/pulling 20–50 lbs. Requires proficient communication, auditory and visual skills, attention to detail, and legible writing. May be exposed to chemicals, blood/body fluids, and infectious disease.

The starting base rate is $39.90 hourly. Individual compensation will be determined by selected candidate’s qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.

Background checks and pre‑employment health screenings will be conducted on all new hires. All safety‑sensitive positions with direct patient interaction also require a drug screen.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Paid Time Off, Long‑term and Short‑term Disability, Retirement Savings
• Health Savings Plans and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Certification and education support
• Generous Paid Time Off

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non‑discrimination and equal opportunity employment.