Newport News, Virginia Overview The Clinical Educator assesses, plans, implements and evaluates ongoing and new curricula, promoting quality resident care and regulatory compliance through varied training programs, required documentation and tracking, and supports division wide infection prevention, education, and quality assurance initiatives. The primary responsibility of the Clinical Educator is to create curriculums and provide instruction that supports team members in developing and maintaining skills to provide quality resident care. The Educator performs Infection Prevention activities, to include surveillance for facility associated infections and/or communicable diseases and assures compliance with state/federal regulatory standards as they pertain to infection prevention/control matters throughout all departments within the facility. Educator collaborates with education and facility teams to develop and may travel to all Lifelong Health facilities and various RHS locations to present division wide educational programs for employee orientation, in-services, infection prevention, and annual updates, and as requested. The Educator performs Infection Prevention, Competency Evaluations and quality assurance activities, and conducts Nurse Aide Education Program and Medication Aide Training Program, as applicable. Works under the supervision of and has reporting responsibilities to the Director of Clinical Education. Exhibits high level of flexibility and adaptability to provide division support in all areas of education and infection prevention; may perform other duties as assigned. What you will do Ensures that all regulatory and annually required education programs are offered regularly (i.e. BLS, First Aid, orientation, competency fairs, etc.). Ensures that all required sign in sheets are recorded in Netlearning and maintained in facility education records. Validates that new team member orientation paperwork is signed and retained as part of employee file. Ensures required training is offered, documented, and within state/federal regulations and RHS policy; tracks regulatory education requirements for team members and facility. Infection surveillance reports are completed timely and accurately. Utilizes data to identify trends, clusters, etc. and provide training, observations, and collaborates with facility leadership on implementation of new protocols and initiatives based on findings. Proactively seeks to prevent infections through real-time monitoring to identify emerging trends and clusters and advising and educating on intervention to disrupt that process. Reports trends and surveillance data to facility leadership monthly, and as needed. Reports data quarterly to QAPI committee, for follow up and change in facility practice. Utilizes varied teaching methods and platforms to consistently accomplish the goals and objectives of the division. Adapts presentation methods and scheduling to meet the needs of the facility. Develops and implements curricula that drive quality improvement on the facility and division level. Validates team member engagement through the use of surveys, practice observation, retention of new team members, and leadership feedback. Engages team members with effective communication regarding infection prevention and education initiatives. Promotes growth and development of team members. Demonstrates effective time management in performing assigned duties and responsibilities. Able to multi-task to meet the needs of division and facility. Ensures proficient new hire onboarding, timeliness of reports, tracking, communication, and observations. Builds positive relationships with team members, students, residents, families, visitors, and leadership. Fosters an environment of learning that facilitates professional collaboration among team members, facilities, and division. Represents Riverside Care Difference behaviors in all interactions. Contributes to and collaborates on all education and infection prevention initiatives; participates in QAPI, Safety Committee, COR, and other leadership meetings, as required. Qualifications Education Bachelors Degree, Nursing (Preferred) Experience 1 year RN experience (Preferred) 1 year Experience with teaching in a clinical or formal setting (Preferred) Licenses and Certifications Registered Nurse (RN) - Virginia Department of Health Professions (VDHP) Upon Hire(Required) and CPR/BLS Certification - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/American Safety and Health Institute (AHA/ARC) within 30 Days(Required) To learn more about being a team member with Riverside Health System visit us at https://www.riversideonline.com/careers .
Smithfield, Virginia Riverside Lifelong Health & Rehabilitation Smithfield; Memory Care or Assisted Living : Opportunities Available: Full Time; Days in Memory Care * Some weekend shifts may be required * Day Shift Sign on Bonus: $2,500 Night Shift Sign on Bonus: $6,000 Overview Works under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, Nurse Manager or Nursing Supervisor, and ultimately responsible to the Director of Nursing or Assistant Director of Nursing and Director of Quality Care Management. The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) monitors the resident, participates in the planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing care. Provides for the emotional, physical comfort and safety of the residents and their families. Assists in supervision of auxiliary personnel. What you will do Medications and treatments are administered accurately and according to provider's orders. Allows resident choices within limits of capability considering safety /dignity issues and follows policies and procedures of facility to include resident privacy and dignity. Assigns duties to non-professional staff such as CNAs according to education, training, policy and resident need in order to assure quality resident care is delivered. Engages team members for optimal performance and addresses performance as needed. Participates in administering medications, treatments, monitoring and observation of resident care. Identifies changes in condition with proper documentation according to standards of nursing practice. Demonstrates consistent follow through to promote positive resident outcomes. Utilizes good judgment and specialized skills. Requirements: LPN Diploma from an accredited program required ONLY for new grads within 90 days of program completion Certification: CPR/BLS (within 30 days of hire) required. FA (within 30 days of hire) LPN license in the state of VA or compact required or board eligible This primary source verification required only for new graduates without their license within 90 days of graduation To learn more about being a team member with Riverside Health System visit us at https://www.riversideonline.com/careers .
Newport News, Virginia Overview This position is responsible for the assessment, planning, implementing, and evaluating the total nursing care of assigned patients. The RN may work in a variety of settings and roles within Riverside Health System. The RN utilizes communication, critical thinking, problem solving, and decision making to create a care plan for each patient based on physiological, psychosocial and cultural diversity. Responsible for supervising and delegating non-professional personnel working directly with him/her to ensure optimum patient care. Must demonstrate competence in dealing with age related needs of the specific patient populations. Works under the direction of leadership and a multi-disciplinary team to provide a comprehensive range of services or clinical care associated with and in accordance with standards of excellence established by Riverside Health system and facility goals and strategic plans. What you will do Demonstrates ability to assess patient clinical ands psychosocial needs by applying standards of practice as it relates to the specialty or patient population served in the Critical Care/Telemetry units/departments (see unit specific competencies and equipment checklists). Partners with patients and families to develop, implement and evaluate plan of care, treatments and procedures that contribute to the physiological and psychosocial outcomes of the patient. Assesses and incorporates evidence-based standards of practice. Collaborates with interdisciplinary team in the coordination care. Facilitates safe patient transitions to the next care setting as part of plan of care. Demonstrates a sense of urgency to facilitate patient throughput to assure patients receive consistent, competent, and ethical care. Focuses on quality outcomes of patient care when addressing customer’s needs to include current evidence based practice and quality measures. Demonstrates understanding of diverse patient care populations and ability to modify education method to ensure patient/family comprehension. Educates by assuming responsibility to individualize and coordinate patient education, and discharge specific education that includes family/caregiver. Evaluates for patient comprehension and documents. Accurately completes all required clinical and quality documentation consistently per RHS standards and regulatory requirements. Ability to delegate and prioritize tasks appropriately to facilitate quality patient care and ensure patient care needs are met. Able to recognize and respond to emergency situations. Evaluates own needs for support and uses identified systems to meet need. Qualifications Education Bachelors Degree, Nursing (Preferred) Experience Healthcare/Medical - Nurse: Registered Nurse (Preferred) Licenses and Certifications Registered Nurse (RN) - Virginia Department of Health Professions (VDHP) (Required) CPR/BLS Certification - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/American Safety and Health Institute (AHA/ARC) (Required) To learn more about being a team member with Riverside Health System visit us at https://www.riversideonline.com/careers .
Newport News, Virginia Labor Pool Nights Available 7pm-7am Works under the supervision of the Nurse Manager and the Director and is responsible for the assessment, planning, implementing, and evaluating the total nursing care of assigned patients. The RN utilizes communication, critical thinking, problem solving, and decision making to create a care plan for each patient based on physiological, psychosocial and cultural diversity. Responsible for supervising and delegating non-professional personnel working directly with him/her to ensure optimum patient care. Must demonstrate competence in dealing with age related needs of the specific patient populations served in nursing unit. Works under the direction of leadership and a multi-disciplinary team to provide a comprehensive range of services or clinical care associated with and in accordance with standards of excellence established by Riverside Health system and facility goals and strategic plans. What you will do Demonstrates ability to assess patient clinical and psychosocial needs by applying standards of practice as it relates to the specialty or patient population. Demonstrates nursing unit specific competencies and equipment training, see checklists. Partners with patients and their family to develop, implement and evaluate a plan of care, treatments and procedures that contribute to physiological and psychosocial outcomes of the patient. Incorporates evidence based standards of practice and collaborates with interdisciplinary team in care coordination. Facilitates safe patient transition to next level of care as part of plan of care. Demonstrates sense of urgency to facilitate patient throughput to ensure patient receives consistent, competent and ethical care. Focuses on quality outcomes of patient when addressing service needs to ensure evidence based quality care of patient. Demonstrates understanding of diverse patient care populations. Modifies education method to ensure patient/family understanding. Assumes responsibility to coordinate and deliver individualized patient education and discharge specific education to family/caregivers. Evaluates for comprehension and documents. Accurately completes all required clinical and quality documentation consistently per RHS standards and regulatory requirements. Delegates and prioritizes tasks appropriately to facilitate quality patient care and service excellence to meet the patient's care needs. Recognizes and responds to emergency situations. Evaluates resources and support needed and uses systems to ensure needs are met. Qualifications Education Bachelors Degree, Nursing (Preferred) or Associates Degree, Nursing (Preferred) or Program Graduate, Nursing (Nursing Diploma is minimum education requirement, Associate’s or Bachelor’s in Nursing accepted in lieu of Nursing Diploma) (Required) and High School Diploma or GED, HS Diploma/GED only required if Nursing Diploma Graduate (Required) Licenses and Certifications Registered Nurse (RN) - Virginia Department of Health Professions (VDHP) or licensed in a compact state Upon Hire(Required) and CPR/BLS Certification - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/American Safety and Health Institute (AHA/ARC) Upon Hire(Required) Other Requirements Weekend Shifts Irregular Shifts To learn more about being a team member with Riverside Health System visit us at https://www.riversideonline.com/careers .
Newport News, Virginia Full Time Days 7am-7pm Full Time RNs with 2 years of experience may be eligible for a $7,000 bonus Full Time NEW GRAD RNs eligible for a $6,000 bonus Works under the supervision of the Nurse Manager and the Director and is responsible for the assessment, planning, implementing, and evaluating the total nursing care of assigned patients. The RN utilizes communication, critical thinking, problem solving, and decision making to create a care plan for each patient based on physiological, psychosocial and cultural diversity. Responsible for supervising and delegating non-professional personnel working directly with him/her to ensure optimum patient care. Must demonstrate competence in dealing with age related needs of the specific patient populations served in nursing unit. Works under the direction of leadership and a multi-disciplinary team to provide a comprehensive range of services or clinical care associated with and in accordance with standards of excellence established by Riverside Health system and facility goals and strategic plans. What you will do Demonstrates ability to assess patient clinical and psychosocial needs by applying standards of practice as it relates to the specialty or patient population. Demonstrates nursing unit specific competencies and equipment training, see checklists. Partners with patients and their family to develop, implement and evaluate a plan of care, treatments and procedures that contribute to physiological and psychosocial outcomes of the patient. Incorporates evidence based standards of practice and collaborates with interdisciplinary team in care coordination. Facilitates safe patient transition to next level of care as part of plan of care. Demonstrates sense of urgency to facilitate patient throughput to ensure patient receives consistent, competent and ethical care. Focuses on quality outcomes of patient when addressing service needs to ensure evidence based quality care of patient. Demonstrates understanding of diverse patient care populations. Modifies education method to ensure patient/family understanding. Assumes responsibility to coordinate and deliver individualized patient education and discharge specific education to family/caregivers. Evaluates for comprehension and documents. Accurately completes all required clinical and quality documentation consistently per RHS standards and regulatory requirements. Delegates and prioritizes tasks appropriately to facilitate quality patient care and service excellence to meet the patient's care needs. Recognizes and responds to emergency situations. Evaluates resources and support needed and uses systems to ensure needs are met. Qualifications Education Bachelors Degree, Nursing (Preferred) or Associates Degree, Nursing (Preferred) or Program Graduate, Nursing (Nursing Diploma is minimum education requirement, Associate’s or Bachelor’s in Nursing accepted in lieu of Nursing Diploma) (Required) and High School Diploma or GED, HS Diploma/GED only required if Nursing Diploma Graduate (Required) Licenses and Certifications Registered Nurse (RN) - Virginia Department of Health Professions (VDHP) or licensed in a compact state Upon Hire(Required) and CPR/BLS Certification - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/American Safety and Health Institute (AHA/ARC) Upon Hire(Required) Other Requirements Weekend Shifts Irregular Shifts To learn more about being a team member with Riverside Health System visit us at https://www.riversideonline.com/careers .
