RN II - CCU

Job Summary

RN II 7p – 7a CCU at WVU Medicine Princeton Community Hospital
. The RN is responsible for delivering nursing care to critical‑care patients during evening and overnight shifts, using the nursing process and independent clinical judgment for self‑care and delegated providers.

• Prioritizes patient diagnoses, problems, and goals to meet needs of the patient and healthcare team.
• Serves as a resource for patient and family learning needs.
• Coordinates with the interprofessional team to manage changing priorities.
• Functions as an independent team member to provide safe, quality care for consumers/patients.
• Mentors colleagues in acquiring clinical knowledge, skills, judgment, and research abilities.
• Participates in development and continuous improvement of systems supporting patient‑care planning.
• Leads interprofessional teams to collaborate and consult effectively.
• Designs innovations to improve patient outcomes.
• Advocates for consumer rights and supports informed decision making.
• Demonstrates leadership within the community/healthcare arena.
• Engages consumers and team members in culturally sensitive data collection.
• Integrates knowledge of global and environmental factors into assessment.
• Identifies resources to address cultural situations and ethical dilemmas.
• Regularly assumes the role of charge nurse or preceptor for new staff or students.

• Current registered nurse license issued by the state of employment or a multi‑state RN license via the eNLC.
• Certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire.
• Two (2) years of registered nursing experience.
• Experience in a critical‑care or related environment preferred.

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing (BSN) or higher.
• Advanced practice or specialty certifications (e.g., CCU, Acute Care).

• Manual patient handling limited to 35 lbs; use lift equipment for all transfers and repositioning.
• Ability to lift, move, stoop, reach, stand, walk, and carry materials or equipment weighing 40+ lbs.
• Visual acuity, hearing, and overall physical fitness within normal ranges.
• Work protracted or irregular shifts, including night and weekend hours.
• Exposure to biohazards, infectious diseases, and the deceased.
• Work with electrical hazards associated with patient‑care equipment.

• Interpersonal communication, negotiation, conflict resolution.
• Strong motivation for continuous self‑development.
• Teamwork orientation towards shared goals.
• Efficient delivery of care using clinical practice and critical thinking.
• Flexibility to respond to changes in workload, staffing, and scheduling.
• Independent work ability with minimal supervision.
• Resilience under stressful conditions and adaptation to changing assignments.

The CAPE program is a system‑wide clinical ladder that enhances professional development and rewards quality performance. Progression is based on experience, education, certification, and demonstration of charge or preceptor responsibilities. Advancement levels are:

West Virginia University Health System (WVUHS) is an equal opportunity employer. WVUHS strictly prohibits discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered individuals on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

122 12th Street, Princeton, West Virginia.

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