Registered Nurse; RN - Acute Care General Medicine; West

Registered Nurse (RN) – Acute Care General Medicine (3 West)

Capable clinician, focused on expanding knowledge and skills. Consistently provides effective direct care, as part of the interdisciplinary team, to a variety of complex patients. Manages care and implements treatment plans at a refined skill level in collaboration with patients, their families, physicians and other members of the health care team. Seeks as well as provides feedback for improved clinical practice.

Assumes a beginning leadership role but seeks mentoring in this process.

• Apply ANA Scope and Standards of Practice and ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses.
• Deliver relationship‑based care to patients and families, reflecting the nurse’s relationships with self, colleagues, and patients.
• Perform expert caring: clinical assessment, planning, prioritizing, coordination and implementation of care.
• Participate as an empowered leader in shared governance.
• Engage in lifelong learning through formal education, certifications, and professional organizations. Support onboarding of new team members and preceptorships.
• Achieve quality by adhering to clinical documentation guidelines, using outcomes data, and engaging in performance‑improvement activities.
• Demonstrate innovation by applying technologies that support patient care and implementing evidence‑based practice.
• Other duties may be assigned.

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (Bachelor of Science in Nursing required within 5 years of hire).
• One year of relevant experience.
• Licensure:
  Registered Nurse in Virginia; AHA Health Care Provider BLS certification required.
• Physical demands: standing for prolonged periods, frequent mobility, bending/stooping; ability to lift or move 20–50 lbs; exposure to chemicals, blood/body fluids, and infectious disease.

The starting base rate for this role is $39.90 per hour. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate’s qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off, long‑term and short‑term disability, retirement savings.
• Health Savings Plan and Flexible Spending Account.
• Certification and education support.
• Generous paid time off.

UVA Health is a world‑class Magnet‑recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. It is nationally ranked in multiple specialties and houses 70 national cancer institute‑designated cancer centers. The system includes three community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics across Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.