Nursing Jobs in Lynchburg, VA

RN Oncology Internship
Centra Health

Clinical Registered Nurse II-LGH B41 Oncology-FT/7p-7a

Centra Health Lynchburg, VA
Job Description The Clinical Registered Nurse (RN) II is responsible for managing individualized patient care by promoting and restoring patients' health in accordance with medical and nursing plans of care and established policies and procedures. The Clinical RN II collaborates with physicians and multidisciplinary team members in the development, execution, and evaluation of the multidisciplinary plan of care. The RN assumes a full patient assignment and can plan, analyze, intervene and set goals for patient care accordingly. This nurse provides nursing services to patients and families in accordance with the scope of the RN as defined by the Virginia Board of Nursing. This RN maintains a safe care environment for their patients (clients) and delivers quality care. Responsibilities Job Responsibilities Assessment Conducts an individualized patient assessment, prioritizing the data collection based on the patient’s immediate condition or needs within timeframe specified by policies, procedures, or protocols. Conducts ongoing assessments as determined by patient’s condition and/or the policies, procedures or protocols and reprioritizes care accordingly. Integrates nursing interventions into the multidisciplinary plan of care, incorporating appropriate standards of care and practice and patient outcomes. Planning Develops, modifies, and integrates an individualized care plan which incorporates the medical plan of care, key elements from the plans of other disciplines, and standards of care and practice. Establishes individualized, measurable patient goals in consultation with the patient, family, and health care team. Intervention Performs appropriate treatments as ordered by provider in an accurate and timely manner. Performs therapeutic nursing interventions as established by individualized plan of care for the patient and his/her family. Recognizes potential problems and responds to general information/data indicating urgent and/or emergent risk to the patient. Initiates emergency resuscitative measures as appropriate. Assumes responsibility and accountability for effectively managing the care of a specialty patient population. Provides care in a non-judgmental, non-discriminatory manner that is culturally sensitive to the patient and family, preserving their autonomy, dignity, and rights. Collaborates with interdisciplinary team members to ensure patient care interventions are appropriate. Evaluation Evaluates patient’s responses to care based on effectiveness of nursing interventions/actions in relationship to established goals. Initiates changes in the interdisciplinary care plan based on this evaluation. Problem solves with the specialty team to improve patient outcomes. Documents patient assessment findings, physical/psychosocial responses to nursing intervention and progress towards problem resolution. Patient Education Identifies learning needs of patients/families and teaches by adapting standard information based on needs. Ensures that the patient/family demonstrates knowledge, within the abilities of the patient. Communicates with patients and family to identify their needs and include them in the plan of care. Acknowledges and supports determinations by the patient and/or family concerning treatment. Self and Peer Learning Assumes responsibility for assessing and meeting own learning and professional development needs. Maintains current competency in nursing specialty and requirements for department; attends required educational programs and may attend additional educational workshops; reviews nursing professional publications; establishes personal networks; may participate in professional societies. Seeks additional educational opportunities for clinical development and is either ready to learn the charge nurse role or currently functioning in a charge nurse role. Collaboration Makes sound judgments in the decisions involved in coordinating multiple, increasingly complex patient care demands. Supervises delegated care based on abilities of personnel and patient acuity. Reports changes in patient condition to appropriate personnel. Service Recovery Participates in service recovery and uses appropriate resources during complex situations. Handles conflict resolution in an appropriate, timely and consistent manner. Resource Utilization and Stewardship Supports organizational efforts regarding appropriate resource utilization (i.e. flexing during low census). Able to serve as a preceptor/mentor and works directly with employees to fulfill planned orientation to the department. May assist in the orientation, instruction, direction, and evaluation of students assigned to the unit. Able to be trained for a charge nurse role or is currently functioning in a charge nurse role. Improvement Activities Participates in data collection for quality assurance activities if assigned by department leader. Identifies and communicates recurring practice concerns in specialty areas and their impact on care. Participates in initiatives resulting from nurse-sensitive, quality, and other specialty indicators and/or unit-based quality metrics. Demonstrates the utilization of Centra’s safety behaviors (i.e. Speak Up for Safety). Research/Evidence Based Practice/Quality Improvement Projects May participate in Research or Evidence Based Practice projects. Able to communicate research and quality improvement data/findings to peers. Able to interpret quality improvement data relevant to the clinical specialty and communicate this data to peers. Contributes to development or implementation of methods to improve quality care in areas identified as deficient by quality improvement data studies. Ethics Maintains confidentiality in matters as outlined in Centra policies. Delivers care in a manner that protects patient autonomy, dignity, and rights. Serves as a patient advocate. Maintains patient-nurse relationships with professional role boundaries. Other Duties As Assigned. QUALIFICATIONS Qualifications Education Minimum: Diploma or Associate Degree in Nursing Education Preferred Bachelor of Science – Nursing (BSN) Work Experience Minimum One Year of Nursing (RN) Experience Licenses & Certifications Minimum Registration as a registered nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia and/or holds a compact license to practice in Virginia. Basic Life Support Additional Specialty Requirements – Advanced Cardiac Life Support Cath Lab/Electrophysiology Operating Room Critical Care (All) Endoscopy PACU Interventional Radiology Birth Center Centra Specialty Hospital Outpatient Ambulatory Surgery Plastic SurgeryRegistered Nurse Outpatient Ambulatory Surgery Additional Specialty Requirements – Pediatric Advanced Life Support Pediatrics Additional Specialty Requirements – Advanced And Pediatric Advanced Life Support Emergency Dept.
RN Manager/Supervisor Full-time
Centra Health

Center Manager RN PACE

Centra Health Lynchburg, VA
Job Description The PACE Center Manager RN has full responsibility for all disciplines and services provided through Centra PACE Center and administrative tasks related to direct operation of the program. This role provides clinical oversight to the Lynchburg PACE program, Bedford Alternative Care site, and Amherst Alternative Care site. Responsibilities Manages the daily operations of the Lynchburg PACE site under the guidance of the Site Director Coordinates care planning and implementation, preparation for interdisciplinary conferences, and meetings with family and participants. Serves as liaison between individual program disciplines, other PACE departments, and community services providers. Communicates on a daily basis to ensure the information is being conveyed to the IDT for: (1) care planning, (2) morning meetings, (3) documentation into the PACE participant’s medical record for services received at the site. Participates in the PACE leadership team and serves as liaison between administration and direct care staff. Participates in the development of the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) Plan of Care. Ensure compliance with local, state and federal regulatory requirements. Ensure care plans are accurate and in compliance with all regulatory requirements. Manage employee performance which includes regular evaluations, mediating disputes, and administering progressive discipline. Collaborates with direct reports to create, operationalize, and monitor action plans developed as a result of feedback from Employee Engagement Survey and other surveys. Follows-up on risk management concerns within specified time frames. Holds direct reports accountable for Centra safety behaviors. Operates Site within computed productivity targets. Operates Site within budget. Create schedules that meet core staffing needs or develops staffing action plans to address deficiencies. Oversee and holds Site accountable for appropriate utilization and charging of center inventory. Liaisons with Human Resources on complex issues such as Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Worker’s Compensation, recruitment, disciplinary actions, employee engagement, etc. Collaborates with direct reports to create, operationalize, and monitor action plans developed as a result of participant satisfaction survey. Responsible for Clinical oversight in the Lynchburg PACE center, Amherst Alternative Care Site, and Bedford Alternative Care site. The role provides direction to PACE Clinical Supervisors at Amherst, Bedford, and Lynchburg. Direct reports include three PACE clinic supervisors, Physical therapy, Occupational therapy, Dietician, and masters social workers. Directly reports to the Lynchburg Site Director Other Functions Plans, coordinates, manages, and documents the care provided to participants. Participates in the Program’s Quality Improvement Plan. Displays and promotes a positive public relations approach to staff, physicians, participants and their families, and the community. Ensures compliance with departmental policies and procedures. Identifies and resolves customer service issues. Presents PACE-related information throughout Centra and the community. Contributes to program development through building relationships with potential referral sources. Develop formal or informal mentoring relationships. Handles conflict resolution in an appropriate, timely and consistent manner. Ensures that staff operationalize Centra's best practices. Applies process improvement methodology to center-based initiatives. Follows-up on risk management concerns within specified time frames. Coordinates all activities relating to new enrollees. Performs other duties as assigned. Direct reports: PACE Clinical Supervisor of Lynchburg, Amherst, and Bedford, Lynchburg dayroom CNAS and activity team, and therapy team including Physical and occupational therapist, Masters social workers x3, care plan coordinator, and department assistant. Total direct reports: 18 This role reports to: The Lynchburg Site Director Qualifications Required Qualifications: Active Registered Nurse license in the state of Virginia Bachelor’s degree in Nursing Must have two or more years working experience with older adults. 2 years clinical experience 2 years supervisory experience Preferred Qualifications Master’s Degree in Healthcare, Business, or Leadership with 3 years’ experience in a leadership role. Required Certifications American Heart BLS certification within 30 days of hire and is provided by the organization. Safe Serve Manager Certification to be obtained within 90 days of hire and is provided by the organization.
LPN New Grad Full-time
Centra Health

LPN I New Grad-LGH C32 Cardiac Intermediate Unit-FT/7a-7p

Centra Health Lynchburg, VA
Job Description The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) practices under the direction or supervision of a licensed medical practitioner, a professional registered nurse, or other licensed health professional authorized by regulations of the Department of Health Regulatory Boards. The LPN coordinates and manages the care provided to assigned patients. Under the supervision of the professional registered nurse (RN), LPNs perform care appropriate to the patient population served and meet daily routine patient care needs. The LPN performs their duties based on the unit care delivery model. This role collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to deliver care as outlined by the RN. The LPN adheres to a culture reflective of Centra's best practices for quality and service, creates and maintains a safe patient environment, and contributes to a healthy work environment. The practice of the LPN reflects the American Nurses Association's Code of Ethics for Nurses and the Nurse Practice Act of Virginia. Responsibilities Under supervision of an RN, plans, coordinates, manages, and documents the care provided to assigned patients as appropriate Delegates to appropriate care providers Thinks critically as evidenced by appropriate clinical decision-making and prioritization Communicates and collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to plan patient care Creates and maintains an environment that protects patients from harm Adheres to National Patient Safety Goals (NPSG) Participates in initiatives resulting from quality indicators and/or unit-based quality metrics Reinforces appropriate patient and/or caregiver education with utilization of applicable resources Promotes and sustains a culture reflective of Centra's best practices Operationalizes change resulting from evidence-based practice or research Applies service excellence best practices in approaching patients, visitors, physicians, and colleagues Participates in service recovery and uses appropriate resources during complex situations Handles conflict resolution in an appropriate, timely, and consistent manner Identifies personal contributions to unit-based cascading goals Contributes to processes that support efficient patient flow Uses resources (e.g., time, people, supplies, etc.) cost effectively Engages in own professional development as evidenced by self assessment and attainment of degrees, certifications, and continuing education Contributes to providing a supportive environment that is conducive to learning for all students from all academic programs Other duties as assigned Qualifications Required Education: Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing Program Required Certifications and Licensures: Hold a current, active license as a practical nurse in Virginia or hold a current multistate licensure privilege as a practical nurse. Hold a current, active American Heart Association Basic Life Support (AHA BLS) course completion card.
RN Internship
Centra Health

Clinical Registered Nurse II-LGH C32 Cardiac Intermediate Unit-FT/7a-7p

Centra Health Lynchburg, VA
Job Description The Clinical Registered Nurse (RN) II is responsible for managing individualized patient care by promoting and restoring patients' health in accordance with medical and nursing plans of care and established policies and procedures. The Clinical RN II collaborates with physicians and multidisciplinary team members in the development, execution, and evaluation of the multidisciplinary plan of care. The RN assumes a full patient assignment and can plan, analyze, intervene and set goals for patient care accordingly. This nurse provides nursing services to patients and families in accordance with the scope of the RN as defined by the Virginia Board of Nursing. This RN maintains a safe care environment for their patients (clients) and delivers quality care. Responsibilities Job Responsibilities Assessment Conducts an individualized patient assessment, prioritizing the data collection based on the patient’s immediate condition or needs within timeframe specified by policies, procedures, or protocols. Conducts ongoing assessments as determined by patient’s condition and/or the policies, procedures or protocols and reprioritizes care accordingly. Integrates nursing interventions into the multidisciplinary plan of care, incorporating appropriate standards of care and practice and patient outcomes. Planning Develops, modifies, and integrates an individualized care plan which incorporates the medical plan of care, key elements from the plans of other disciplines, and standards of care and practice. Establishes individualized, measurable patient goals in consultation with the patient, family, and health care team. Intervention Performs appropriate treatments as ordered by provider in an accurate and timely manner. Performs therapeutic nursing interventions as established by individualized plan of care for the patient and his/her family. Recognizes potential problems and responds to general information/data indicating urgent and/or emergent risk to the patient. Initiates emergency resuscitative measures as appropriate. Assumes responsibility and accountability for effectively managing the care of a specialty patient population. Provides care in a non-judgmental, non-discriminatory manner that is culturally sensitive to the patient and family, preserving their autonomy, dignity, and rights. Collaborates with interdisciplinary team members to ensure patient care interventions are appropriate. Evaluation Evaluates patient’s responses to care based on effectiveness of nursing interventions/actions in relationship to established goals. Initiates changes in the interdisciplinary care plan based on this evaluation. Problem solves with the specialty team to improve patient outcomes. Documents patient assessment findings, physical/psychosocial responses to nursing intervention and progress towards problem resolution. Patient Education Identifies learning needs of patients/families and teaches by adapting standard information based on needs. Ensures that the patient/family demonstrates knowledge, within the abilities of the patient. Communicates with patients and family to identify their needs and include them in the plan of care. Acknowledges and supports determinations by the patient and/or family concerning treatment. Self and Peer Learning Assumes responsibility for assessing and meeting own learning and professional development needs. Maintains current competency in nursing specialty and requirements for department; attends required educational programs and may attend additional educational workshops; reviews nursing professional publications; establishes personal networks; may participate in professional societies. Seeks additional educational opportunities for clinical development and is either ready to learn the charge nurse role or currently functioning in a charge nurse role. Collaboration Makes sound judgments in the decisions involved in coordinating multiple, increasingly complex patient care demands. Supervises delegated care based on abilities of personnel and patient acuity. Reports changes in patient condition to appropriate personnel. Service Recovery Participates in service recovery and uses appropriate resources during complex situations. Handles conflict resolution in an appropriate, timely and consistent manner. Resource Utilization and Stewardship Supports organizational efforts regarding appropriate resource utilization (i.e. flexing during low census). Able to serve as a preceptor/mentor and works directly with employees to fulfill planned orientation to the department. May assist in the orientation, instruction, direction, and evaluation of students assigned to the unit. Able to be trained for a charge nurse role or is currently functioning in a charge nurse role. Improvement Activities Participates in data collection for quality assurance activities if assigned by department leader. Identifies and communicates recurring practice concerns in specialty areas and their impact on care. Participates in initiatives resulting from nurse-sensitive, quality, and other specialty indicators and/or unit-based quality metrics. Demonstrates the utilization of Centra’s safety behaviors (i.e. Speak Up for Safety). Research/Evidence Based Practice/Quality Improvement Projects May participate in Research or Evidence Based Practice projects. Able to communicate research and quality improvement data/findings to peers. Able to interpret quality improvement data relevant to the clinical specialty and communicate this data to peers. Contributes to development or implementation of methods to improve quality care in areas identified as deficient by quality improvement data studies. Ethics Maintains confidentiality in matters as outlined in Centra policies. Delivers care in a manner that protects patient autonomy, dignity, and rights. Serves as a patient advocate. Maintains patient-nurse relationships with professional role boundaries. Other Duties As Assigned. QUALIFICATIONS Qualifications Education Minimum: Diploma or Associate Degree in Nursing Education Preferred Bachelor of Science – Nursing (BSN) Work Experience Minimum One Year of Nursing (RN) Experience Licenses & Certifications Minimum Registration as a registered nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia and/or holds a compact license to practice in Virginia. Basic Life Support Additional Specialty Requirements – Advanced Cardiac Life Support Cath Lab/Electrophysiology Operating Room Critical Care (All) Endoscopy PACU Interventional Radiology Birth Center Centra Specialty Hospital Outpatient Ambulatory Surgery Plastic SurgeryRegistered Nurse Outpatient Ambulatory Surgery Additional Specialty Requirements – Pediatric Advanced Life Support Pediatrics Additional Specialty Requirements – Advanced And Pediatric Advanced Life Support Emergency Dept.
NP Outpatient Psych Internship
Centra Health

Outpatient PMHNP in the Heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains

Centra Health Lynchburg, VA
$140,000 - $170,000 / year
Job Description Centra is proud to support the mental well-being of our community through a comprehensive range of psychiatric and behavioral health programs. Our outpatient services include the well-established Piedmont Psychiatric Center and our new Piedmont Psychiatric Adult Urgent Care, opened in fall of 2024, which offers timely support for those in crisis. Piedmont Psychiatric Center (PPC), in beautiful Lynchburg, VA, is seeking a dynamic Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join its growing team. What We Offer Total Compensation range is $140K-$170K includes base+ incentives+ production Sign-On Bonus Up to $15,000 relocation reimbursement Up to $30,000 student loan reimbursement Up to $3,500 CME reimbursement and 5 days for CMEs Comprehensive medical/dental/vision/malpractice/life/disability insurance Our Community Lynchburg, VA (Pop. 85,000) offers a safe, family-friendly environment with a low cost of living and diverse, affordable housing—from urban lofts to waterfront condos. Outdoor enthusiasts enjoy hiking Sharp Top Mountain or the Appalachian Trail, biking Blackwater Creek or Percival’s Island, and activities like boating, fishing, and camping. Families love local festivals, orchards, and the interactive Amazement Square Museum. Travel elsewhere is easy with the Amtrak train station located in downtown Lynchburg or the Lynchburg regional airport. The city also features top-tier arts at the Academy Center and minor league baseball with the Lynchburg Hillcats. Nearby, scenic Smith Mountain Lake offers even more recreation. Centra Medical Group (CMG) is a comprehensive network of nearly 600 employed providers within Centra Health. Centra Health services a population of 600,000 community members with 70 different outpatient and specialty practices. Centra offers primary care and specialty services across Central and Southern Virginia—from Lynchburg to Danville, Farmville, Moneta, and Bedford. CMG includes family practices, specialists, and surgeons in fields such as cardiology, neurosurgery, psychiatry, urology, and more. Responsibilities Schedule M-F, 8am-5pm, closed weekends and holidays May include intermittent coverage of New Adult Psychiatric Urgent Care Call 1:14, mostly telecall Multidisciplinary team of Psychiatrists, PMHNPs, LPCs, LCSWs, and other Mental Health professionals Avg Volume18-20/day Cerner EMR Hospital employed Mentorship for new hires Strong administrative support Qualifications M.S. in Nursing required Psychiatry and Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) required. Current Virginia State Board of Nursing License as a Nurse Practitioner, prescriptive authority
RN Internship
Centra Health

Clinical Registered Nurse II - Specialty A-LGH Radiology-FT/Days

Centra Health Lynchburg, VA
Job Description The Clinical Registered Nurse (RN) II is responsible for managing individualized patient care by promoting and restoring patients' health in accordance with medical and nursing plans of care and established policies and procedures. The Clinical RN II collaborates with physicians and multidisciplinary team members in the development, execution, and evaluation of the multidisciplinary plan of care. The RN assumes a full patient assignment and can plan, analyze, intervene and set goals for patient care accordingly. This nurse provides nursing services to patients and families in accordance with the scope of the RN as defined by the Virginia Board of Nursing. This RN maintains a safe care environment for their patients (clients) and delivers quality care. Responsibilities Job Responsibilities Assessment Conducts an individualized patient assessment, prioritizing the data collection based on the patient’s immediate condition or needs within timeframe specified by policies, procedures, or protocols. Conducts ongoing assessments as determined by patient’s condition and/or the policies, procedures or protocols and reprioritizes care accordingly. Integrates nursing interventions into the multidisciplinary plan of care, incorporating appropriate standards of care and practice and patient outcomes. Planning Develops, modifies, and integrates an individualized care plan which incorporates the medical plan of care, key elements from the plans of other disciplines, and standards of care and practice. Establishes individualized, measurable patient goals in consultation with the patient, family, and health care team. Intervention Performs appropriate treatments as ordered by provider in an accurate and timely manner. Performs therapeutic nursing interventions as established by individualized plan of care for the patient and his/her family. Recognizes potential problems and responds to general information/data indicating urgent and/or emergent risk to the patient. Initiates emergency resuscitative measures as appropriate. Assumes responsibility and accountability for effectively managing the care of a specialty patient population. Provides care in a non-judgmental, non-discriminatory manner that is culturally sensitive to the patient and family, preserving their autonomy, dignity, and rights. Collaborates with interdisciplinary team members to ensure patient care interventions are appropriate. Evaluation Evaluates patient’s responses to care based on effectiveness of nursing interventions/actions in relationship to established goals. Initiates changes in the interdisciplinary care plan based on this evaluation. Problem solves with the specialty team to improve patient outcomes. Documents patient assessment findings, physical/psychosocial responses to nursing intervention and progress towards problem resolution. Patient Education Identifies learning needs of patients/families and teaches by adapting standard information based on needs. Ensures that the patient/family demonstrates knowledge, within the abilities of the patient. Communicates with patients and family to identify their needs and include them in the plan of care. Acknowledges and supports determinations by the patient and/or family concerning treatment. Self and Peer Learning Assumes responsibility for assessing and meeting own learning and professional development needs. Maintains current competency in nursing specialty and requirements for department; attends required educational programs and may attend additional educational workshops; reviews nursing professional publications; establishes personal networks; may participate in professional societies. Seeks additional educational opportunities for clinical development and is either ready to learn the charge nurse role or currently functioning in a charge nurse role. Collaboration Makes sound judgments in the decisions involved in coordinating multiple, increasingly complex patient care demands. Supervises delegated care based on abilities of personnel and patient acuity. Reports changes in patient condition to appropriate personnel. Service Recovery Participates in service recovery and uses appropriate resources during complex situations. Handles conflict resolution in an appropriate, timely and consistent manner. Resource Utilization and Stewardship Supports organizational efforts regarding appropriate resource utilization (i.e. flexing during low census). Able to serve as a preceptor/mentor and works directly with employees to fulfill planned orientation to the department. May assist in the orientation, instruction, direction, and evaluation of students assigned to the unit. Able to be trained for a charge nurse role or is currently functioning in a charge nurse role. Improvement Activities Participates in data collection for quality assurance activities if assigned by department leader. Identifies and communicates recurring practice concerns in specialty areas and their impact on care. Participates in initiatives resulting from nurse-sensitive, quality, and other specialty indicators and/or unit-based quality metrics. Demonstrates the utilization of Centra’s safety behaviors (i.e. Speak Up for Safety). Research/Evidence Based Practice/Quality Improvement Projects May participate in Research or Evidence Based Practice projects. Able to communicate research and quality improvement data/findings to peers. Able to interpret quality improvement data relevant to the clinical specialty and communicate this data to peers. Contributes to development or implementation of methods to improve quality care in areas identified as deficient by quality improvement data studies. Ethics Maintains confidentiality in matters as outlined in Centra policies. Delivers care in a manner that protects patient autonomy, dignity, and rights. Serves as a patient advocate. Maintains patient-nurse relationships with professional role boundaries. Other Duties As Assigned. QUALIFICATIONS Qualifications Education Minimum: Diploma or Associate Degree in Nursing Education Preferred Bachelor of Science – Nursing (BSN) Work Experience Minimum One Year of Nursing (RN) Experience Licenses & Certifications Minimum Registration as a registered nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia and/or holds a compact license to practice in Virginia. Basic Life Support Additional Specialty Requirements – Advanced Cardiac Life Support Cath Lab/Electrophysiology Operating Room Critical Care (All) Endoscopy PACU Interventional Radiology Birth Center Centra Specialty Hospital Outpatient Ambulatory Surgery Plastic SurgeryRegistered Nurse Outpatient Ambulatory Surgery Additional Specialty Requirements – Pediatric Advanced Life Support Pediatrics Additional Specialty Requirements – Advanced And Pediatric Advanced Life Support Emergency Dept.
RN Full-time
Centra Health

Case Manager RN-Lynchburg Home Heatlh-FT/Days

Centra Health Lynchburg, VA
Job Description The Home Health RN Case Manager plans, coordinates, and manages the care provided to assigned patients. This position acts as the leader in collaborating with members of the interdisciplinary team, providing the foundation for creating the interdisciplinary plan of care. The Case Manager coordinates the various care processes that are necessary to achieve desired outcomes, and delegates, as appropriate. The Case Manager works to promote and sustain a culture reflective of Centra's best practices for quality and service, creates and maintains a safe patient environment, and contributes to a healthy work environment. The practice of the RN reflects the American Nurses Association's (ANA) Code of Ethics for Nurses, the Nurse Practice Act of Virginia, and the ANA Principles of Nurse Staffing. Responsibilities Plans, coordinates and manages the care provided to assigned patients Documents patient care completely, accurately, and timely Thinks critically as evidenced by appropriate clinical decision-making and prioritization Leads, communicates and collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to plan patient care Participates in performance improvement initiatives affecting patient outcomes Ensures appropriate patient and/or caregiver education with utilization of applicable resources Handles conflict resolution in an appropriate, timely, and consistent manner Uses resources (e.g., time, people, supplies, etc.) cost effectively Engages in own professional development as evidenced by self assessment and attainment of degrees, certifications, and continuing education Other duties as assigned Qualifications Required Education: Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program Required Experience: One (1) year of nursing experience Preferred Experience: Two (2) years of acute care clinical experience, critical care or emergency room experience Required Certifications and Licensures: Hold a current, active license as a registered nurse in Virginia or hold a current multistate licensure privilege as a registered nurse. Hold a current, active American Heart Association Basic Life Support (AHA BLS) course completion card.
RN Full-time
Centra Health

Clinical Registered Nurse II - Specialty A-LGH Interventional Radiology-FT/Days

Centra Health Lynchburg, VA
Job Summary JOB DESCRIPTION The Clinical Registered Nurse (RN) II is responsible for managing individualized patient care by promoting and restoring patients' health in accordance with medical and nursing plans of care and established policies and procedures. The Clinical RN II collaborates with physicians and multidisciplinary team members in the development, execution, and evaluation of the multidisciplinary plan of care. The RN assumes a full patient assignment and can plan, analyze, intervene and set goals for patient care accordingly. This nurse provides nursing services to patients and families in accordance with the scope of the RN as defined by the Virginia Board of Nursing. This RN maintains a safe care environment for their patients (clients) and delivers quality care. Responsibilities Job Responsibilities Assessment Conducts an individualized patient assessment, prioritizing the data collection based on the patient’s immediate condition or needs within timeframe specified by policies, procedures, or protocols. Conducts ongoing assessments as determined by patient’s condition and/or the policies, procedures or protocols and reprioritizes care accordingly. Integrates nursing interventions into the multidisciplinary plan of care, incorporating appropriate standards of care and practice and patient outcomes. Planning Develops, modifies, and integrates an individualized care plan which incorporates the medical plan of care, key elements from the plans of other disciplines, and standards of care and practice. Establishes individualized, measurable patient goals in consultation with the patient, family, and health care team. Intervention Performs appropriate treatments as ordered by provider in an accurate and timely manner. Performs therapeutic nursing interventions as established by individualized plan of care for the patient and his/her family. Recognizes potential problems and responds to general information/data indicating urgent and/or emergent risk to the patient. Initiates emergency resuscitative measures as appropriate. Assumes responsibility and accountability for effectively managing the care of a specialty patient population. Provides care in a non-judgmental, non-discriminatory manner that is culturally sensitive to the patient and family, preserving their autonomy, dignity, and rights. Collaborates with interdisciplinary team members to ensure patient care interventions are appropriate. Evaluation Evaluates patient’s responses to care based on effectiveness of nursing interventions/actions in relationship to established goals. Initiates changes in the interdisciplinary care plan based on this evaluation. Problem solves with the specialty team to improve patient outcomes. Documents patient assessment findings, physical/psychosocial responses to nursing intervention and progress towards problem resolution. Patient Education Identifies learning needs of patients/families and teaches by adapting standard information based on needs. Ensures that the patient/family demonstrates knowledge, within the abilities of the patient. Communicates with patients and family to identify their needs and include them in the plan of care. Acknowledges and supports determinations by the patient and/or family concerning treatment. Self and Peer Learning Assumes responsibility for assessing and meeting own learning and professional development needs. Maintains current competency in nursing specialty and requirements for department; attends required educational programs and may attend additional educational workshops; reviews nursing professional publications; establishes personal networks; may participate in professional societies. Seeks additional educational opportunities for clinical development and is either ready to learn the charge nurse role or currently functioning in a charge nurse role. Collaboration Makes sound judgments in the decisions involved in coordinating multiple, increasingly complex patient care demands. Supervises delegated care based on abilities of personnel and patient acuity. Reports changes in patient condition to appropriate personnel. Service Recovery Participates in service recovery and uses appropriate resources during complex situations. Handles conflict resolution in an appropriate, timely and consistent manner. Resource Utilization and Stewardship Supports organizational efforts regarding appropriate resource utilization (i.e. flexing during low census). Able to serve as a preceptor/mentor and works directly with employees to fulfill planned orientation to the department. May assist in the orientation, instruction, direction, and evaluation of students assigned to the unit. Able to be trained for a charge nurse role or is currently functioning in a charge nurse role. Improvement Activities Participates in data collection for quality assurance activities if assigned by department leader. Identifies and communicates recurring practice concerns in specialty areas and their impact on care. Participates in initiatives resulting from nurse-sensitive, quality, and other specialty indicators and/or unit-based quality metrics. Demonstrates the utilization of Centra’s safety behaviors (i.e. Speak Up for Safety). Research/Evidence Based Practice/Quality Improvement Projects May participate in Research or Evidence Based Practice projects. Able to communicate research and quality improvement data/findings to peers. Able to interpret quality improvement data relevant to the clinical specialty and communicate this data to peers. Contributes to development or implementation of methods to improve quality care in areas identified as deficient by quality improvement data studies. Ethics Maintains confidentiality in matters as outlined in Centra policies. Delivers care in a manner that protects patient autonomy, dignity, and rights. Serves as a patient advocate. Maintains patient-nurse relationships with professional role boundaries. Other Duties As Assigned. QUALIFICATIONS Qualifications Education Minimum: Diploma or Associate Degree in Nursing Education Preferred Bachelor of Science – Nursing (BSN) Work Experience Minimum One Year of Nursing (RN) Experience Licenses & Certifications Minimum Registration as a registered nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia and/or holds a compact license to practice in Virginia. Basic Life Support Additional Specialty Requirements – Advanced Cardiac Life Support Cath Lab/Electrophysiology Operating Room Critical Care (All) Endoscopy PACU Interventional Radiology Birth Center Centra Specialty Hospital Outpatient Ambulatory Surgery Plastic SurgeryRegistered Nurse Outpatient Ambulatory Surgery Additional Specialty Requirements – Pediatric Advanced Life Support Pediatrics Additional Specialty Requirements – Advanced And Pediatric Advanced Life Support Emergency Dept.
RN Full-time
Centra Health

Clinical Registered Nurse II-Specialty A-BMH ED-WEO A (Every Weekend)/7p-7a

Centra Health Bedford, VA
Job Description The Clinical Registered Nurse (RN) II is responsible for managing individualized patient care by promoting and restoring patients' health in accordance with medical and nursing plans of care and established policies and procedures. The Clinical RN II collaborates with physicians and multidisciplinary team members in the development, execution, and evaluation of the multidisciplinary plan of care. The RN assumes a full patient assignment and can plan, analyze, intervene and set goals for patient care accordingly. This nurse provides nursing services to patients and families in accordance with the scope of the RN as defined by the Virginia Board of Nursing. This RN maintains a safe care environment for their patients (clients) and delivers quality care. Responsibilities Job Responsibilities Assessment Conducts an individualized patient assessment, prioritizing the data collection based on the patient’s immediate condition or needs within timeframe specified by policies, procedures, or protocols. Conducts ongoing assessments as determined by patient’s condition and/or the policies, procedures or protocols and reprioritizes care accordingly. Integrates nursing interventions into the multidisciplinary plan of care, incorporating appropriate standards of care and practice and patient outcomes. Planning Develops, modifies, and integrates an individualized care plan which incorporates the medical plan of care, key elements from the plans of other disciplines, and standards of care and practice. Establishes individualized, measurable patient goals in consultation with the patient, family, and health care team. Intervention Performs appropriate treatments as ordered by provider in an accurate and timely manner. Performs therapeutic nursing interventions as established by individualized plan of care for the patient and his/her family. Recognizes potential problems and responds to general information/data indicating urgent and/or emergent risk to the patient. Initiates emergency resuscitative measures as appropriate. Assumes responsibility and accountability for effectively managing the care of a specialty patient population. Provides care in a non-judgmental, non-discriminatory manner that is culturally sensitive to the patient and family, preserving their autonomy, dignity, and rights. Collaborates with interdisciplinary team members to ensure patient care interventions are appropriate. Evaluation Evaluates patient’s responses to care based on effectiveness of nursing interventions/actions in relationship to established goals. Initiates changes in the interdisciplinary care plan based on this evaluation. Problem solves with the specialty team to improve patient outcomes. Documents patient assessment findings, physical/psychosocial responses to nursing intervention and progress towards problem resolution. Patient Education Identifies learning needs of patients/families and teaches by adapting standard information based on needs. Ensures that the patient/family demonstrates knowledge, within the abilities of the patient. Communicates with patients and family to identify their needs and include them in the plan of care. Acknowledges and supports determinations by the patient and/or family concerning treatment. Self and Peer Learning Assumes responsibility for assessing and meeting own learning and professional development needs. Maintains current competency in nursing specialty and requirements for department; attends required educational programs and may attend additional educational workshops; reviews nursing professional publications; establishes personal networks; may participate in professional societies. Seeks additional educational opportunities for clinical development and is either ready to learn the charge nurse role or currently functioning in a charge nurse role. Collaboration Makes sound judgments in the decisions involved in coordinating multiple, increasingly complex patient care demands. Supervises delegated care based on abilities of personnel and patient acuity. Reports changes in patient condition to appropriate personnel. Service Recovery Participates in service recovery and uses appropriate resources during complex situations. Handles conflict resolution in an appropriate, timely and consistent manner. Resource Utilization and Stewardship Supports organizational efforts regarding appropriate resource utilization (i.e. flexing during low census). Able to serve as a preceptor/mentor and works directly with employees to fulfill planned orientation to the department. May assist in the orientation, instruction, direction, and evaluation of students assigned to the unit. Able to be trained for a charge nurse role or is currently functioning in a charge nurse role. Improvement Activities Participates in data collection for quality assurance activities if assigned by department leader. Identifies and communicates recurring practice concerns in specialty areas and their impact on care. Participates in initiatives resulting from nurse-sensitive, quality, and other specialty indicators and/or unit-based quality metrics. Demonstrates the utilization of Centra’s safety behaviors (i.e. Speak Up for Safety). Research/Evidence Based Practice/Quality Improvement Projects May participate in Research or Evidence Based Practice projects. Able to communicate research and quality improvement data/findings to peers. Able to interpret quality improvement data relevant to the clinical specialty and communicate this data to peers. Contributes to development or implementation of methods to improve quality care in areas identified as deficient by quality improvement data studies. Ethics Maintains confidentiality in matters as outlined in Centra policies. Delivers care in a manner that protects patient autonomy, dignity, and rights. Serves as a patient advocate. Maintains patient-nurse relationships with professional role boundaries. Other Duties As Assigned. QUALIFICATIONS Qualifications Education Minimum: Diploma or Associate Degree in Nursing Education Preferred Bachelor of Science – Nursing (BSN) Work Experience Minimum One Year of Nursing (RN) Experience Licenses & Certifications Minimum Registration as a registered nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia and/or holds a compact license to practice in Virginia. Basic Life Support Additional Specialty Requirements – Advanced Cardiac Life Support Cath Lab/Electrophysiology Operating Room Critical Care (All) Endoscopy PACU Interventional Radiology Birth Center Centra Specialty Hospital Outpatient Ambulatory Surgery Plastic SurgeryRegistered Nurse Outpatient Ambulatory Surgery Additional Specialty Requirements – Pediatric Advanced Life Support Pediatrics Additional Specialty Requirements – Advanced And Pediatric Advanced Life Support Emergency Dept.
RN ER Full-time
Centra Health

ED TECHNICIAN-Bedford ED-PRN/Variable Hours

Centra Health Bedford, VA
Job Description This is a multi-skilled position requiring a variety of patient care skills and abilities. Under the direction and supervision of a licensed professional nurse (nurse) or Provider (physician or Advanced Practice Provider) the Emergency Department Technician provides care appropriate to the patient populations served. The ED Tech performs their duties based on the unit care delivery model. This role collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to deliver care as outlined by the nurse or provider. ED Technicians assist with blood and specimen collection, splint application, obtaining electrocardiograms and assisting with the use of physiologic monitoring devices. They also assist by assisting in clerical functions, transporting patients, running errands, transporting equipment and materials (body fluids) as needed. The ED Tech adheres to a culture reflective of Centra's best practices for quality and service, creates and maintains a safe patient environment, and contributes to a healthy work environment. Responsibilities Key Essential Functions and Accountabilities of the Job Assists in assuring effective and efficient operations while maintaining consistent and accurate communication with team members, providers, patients and guests. Assists nursing staff in gathering patient data Communicates patients’ response to plan of care and changes in patients’ condition to appropriate staff Responds to patient/family/co-worker requests for assistance promptly Assists with data collection for relevant physical, psychological, social, and cultural dimensions of patient care and/or support functions according to established practice standards and appropriate policy/procedure. Organizes and prioritizes daily work assignments to support patient/organizational needs, the interdisciplinary team, and operational safety and efficiency. Provides a safe environment and promotes delivery of quality care. Performs administrative/documentation support functions (electronic and/or paper). Maintains supplies, equipment and environment as appropriate. Demonstrates teamwork in the delivery of patient care/services. Reinforces patient/family and or caregiver teaching plan through approved educational materials or written instructions as appropriate. Assists patients with care as needed and within the assigned scope and competencies. Provides clinical support to licensed healthcare professionals during examinations and procedures within their scope of practice, education, skills, certification and/or competencies. Recognizes the importance of time sensitive issues including critical needs/alarms. Collects and/or assists in collections of patient samples (blood, urine, sputum). Appropriate training and skills checks will be provided and/or skills validated. Following education and training, applies splints as directed (these must be checked by provider prior to discharge) Assist in care and monitoring of patients with mental and behavioral health needs, including safety of patient, self and others Assists with patient monitoring devices including patient height and weight, vital signs, blood glucose monitoring and electrocardiograms Maintains clean, organized and safe space for patients, guests and caregivers Assists patients and staff with procedures within the scope of practice following education, training and competency validation Responds to organizational emergency/disaster situations as needed Participates in quality and performance improvement initiatives resulting from evidence-based literature and/or unit-based metrics, provides care consistent with Centra Health, regulatory and legal expectations and standards. Assumes responsibility for professional development of self and others according to departmental policy and procedures including orientation, on-boarding and precepting. May be allowed to initiate Intravenous Catheters with Saline Lock provided current certification is verified and maintained. Subject to skills verification In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned. Qualifications Required Education : High School Diploma or GED Required Certification : Certified Nurse Aid/Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), EMT Intermediate or EMT Advanced. In leu of these certifications, experience as Patient Care Technician with completion of the Centra Training and Skills Validation specific to Emergency Department Technician is acceptable. AHA BLS CPR Completion.
RN ICU Full-time
Centra Health

Clinical Registered Nurse II - Specialty A-LGH Surgical Trauma ICU-FT/7p-7a

Centra Health Lynchburg, VA
Job Description The professional registered nurse (RN) plans, coordinates, and manages the care provided to assigned patients and practices under the tenets of Centra's Professional Practice Model. The RN acts as the leader in collaborating with members of the interdisciplinary team, providing the foundation for creating the interdisciplinary plan of care. Throughout the patient's stay, the RN coordinates the various care processes that are necessary to achieve desired outcomes, and delegates, as appropriate. The RN works to promote and sustain a culture reflective of Centra's best practices for quality and service, creates and maintains a safe patient environment, and contributes to a healthy work environment. The practice of the RN reflects the American Nurses Association's (ANA) Code of Ethics for Nurses, the Nurse Practice Act of Virginia, and the ANA Principles of Nurse Staffing. Meets the applicable requirements of the Centra Nurse Engagement Program for a CNEP III. Responsibilities Practices under the tenets of Centra's Professional Practice Model Plans, coordinates, manages, and documents the care provided to assigned patients Delegates to care providers according to the ANA Principles of Nurse Staffing Thinks critically as evidenced by appropriate clinical decision-making and prioritization Leads, communicates and collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to plan patient care Creates and maintains an environment that protects patients from harm Adheres to National Patient Safety Goals (NPSG) Participates in initiatives resulting from nurse-sensitive quality indicators and/or unit-based quality metrics Ensures appropriate patient and/or caregiver education with utilization of applicable resources Promotes and sustains a culture reflective of Centra's best practices Operationalizes change resulting from evidence-based practice or research Operationalizes unit-based action plans to achieve or exceed service excellence benchmarks Participates in service recovery and uses appropriate resources during complex situations Handles conflict resolution in an appropriate, timely, and consistent manner Identifies personal contributions to unit-based cascading goals Admits, transfers and/or discharges patients safely and efficiently Uses resources (e.g., time, people, supplies, etc.) cost-effectively Engages in own professional development as evidenced by self assessment and attainment of degrees, certifications, and continuing education Contributes to providing a supportive environment that is conducive to learning for all students from all academic programs Other duties as assigned Qualifications Required Education: Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program Required Experience: One (1) year of external nursing experience or completion of Nurse Residency Program if hired to Centra as a new graduate nurse Required Certifications and Licensures: Hold a current, active license as a registered nurse in Virginia or hold a current multistate licensure privilege as a registered nurse. Hold a current, active American Heart Association Basic Life Support (AHA BLS) course completion card.
RN Full-time
Centra Health

Clinical Registered Nurse II-Bridges Residential Center-PRN

Centra Health Lynchburg, VA
Job Description The Clinical Registered Nurse (RN) II is responsible for managing individualized patient care by promoting and restoring patients' health in accordance with medical and nursing plans of care and established policies and procedures. The Clinical RN II collaborates with physicians and multidisciplinary team members in the development, execution, and evaluation of the multidisciplinary plan of care. The RN assumes a full patient assignment and can plan, analyze, intervene and set goals for patient care accordingly. This nurse provides nursing services to patients and families in accordance with the scope of the RN as defined by the Virginia Board of Nursing. This RN maintains a safe care environment for their patients (clients) and delivers quality care. Responsibilities Clinical - Assessment Conducts an individualized patient assessment, prioritizing the data collection based on the patient’s immediate condition or needs within timeframe specified by policies, procedures or protocols. Conducts ongoing assessments as determined by patient’s condition and/or the policies, procedures or protocols and reprioritizes care accordingly. Integrates nursing interventions into the multidisciplinary plan of care, incorporating appropriate standards of care and practice and patient outcomes. Clinical - Planning Develops, modifies, and integrates an individualized care plan which incorporates the medical plan of care, key elements from the plans of other disciplines, and standards of care and practice. Establishes individualized, measurable patient goals in consultation with the patient, family, and health care team. Clinical - Intervention Performs appropriate treatments as ordered by provider in an accurate and timely manner. Performs therapeutic nursing interventions as established by individualized plan of care for the patient and his/her family. Recognizes potential problems and responds to general information/data indicating urgent and/or emergent risk to the patient. Initiates emergency resuscitative measures as appropriate. Assumes responsibility and accountability for effectively managing the care of a specialty patient population. Provides care in a non-judgmental, non-discriminatory manner that is culturally sensitive to the patient and family, preserving their autonomy, dignity and rights. Collaborates with interdisciplinary team members to ensure patient care interventions are appropriate. Clinical - Evaluation Evaluates patient’s responses to care based on effectiveness of nursing interventions/actions in relationship to established goals. Initiates changes in the interdisciplinary care plan based on this evaluation. Problem solves with the specialty team to improve patient outcomes. Documents patient assessment findings, physical/psychosocial responses to nursing intervention and progress towards problem resolution. Clinical - Patient Education Identifies learning needs of patients/families and teaches by adapting standard information based on needs. Ensures that the patient/family demonstrates knowledge, within the abilities of the patient. Communicates with patients and family to identify their needs and include them in the plan of care. Acknowledges and supports determinations by the patient and/or family concerning treatment. Self and Peer Learning Assumes responsibility for assessing and meeting own learning and professional development needs. Maintains current competency in nursing specialty and requirements for department; attends required educational programs and may attend additional educational workshops; reviews nursing professional publications; establishes personal networks; may participate in professional societies. Seeks additional educational opportunities for clinical development and is either ready to learn the charge nurse role or currently functioning in a charge nurse role. Collaboration Makes sound judgments in the decisions involved in coordinating multiple, increasingly complex patient care demands. Supervises delegated care based on abilities of personnel and patient acuity. Reports changes in patient condition to appropriate personnel. Service Recovery Participates in service recovery and uses appropriate resources during complex situations. Handles conflict resolution in an appropriate, timely and consistent manner. Resource Utilization and Stewardship Supports organizational efforts regarding appropriate resource utilization (i.e. flexing during low census). Serves as a preceptor/mentor and works directly with employees to fulfill planned orientation to the department. Assists in the orientation, instruction, direction, and evaluation of students assigned to the unit. Able to be trained for a charge nurse role or is currently functioning in a charge nurse role. Improvement Activities Participates in data collection for quality assurance activities if assigned by department leader. Identifies and communicates recurring practice concerns in specialty areas and their impact on care. Participates in initiatives resulting from nurse-sensitive, quality, and other specialty indicators and/or unit-based quality metrics. Demonstrates the utilization of Centra’s safety behaviors (i.e. Speak Up for Safety). Research/Evidence Based Practice/Quality Improvement Projects May participate in Research or Evidence Based Practice projects. Able to communicate research and quality improvement data/findings to peers. Able to interpret quality improvement data relevant to the clinical specialty and communicate this data to peers. Contributes to development or implementation of methods to improve quality care in areas identified as deficient by quality improvement data studies. Ethics Maintains confidentiality in matters as outlined in Centra policies. Delivers care in a manner that protects patient autonomy, dignity and rights. Serves as a patient advocate. Maintains patient-nurse relationships with professional role boundaries. Other Duties As Assigned. QUALIFICATIONS Education Minimum Diploma or Associate Degree in Nursing Education Preferred Bachelor of Science – Nursing (BSN) Work Experience Minimum At least One Year of Nursing (RN) Experience Licenses & Certifications Minimum Registration as a registered nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia and/or holds a compact license to practice in Virginia Basic Life Support Additional Specialty Requirements After Hire Date According to Department Standards – Advanced Cardiac Life Support *ACLS requirements may be (are) waived for 100% remote employees** Cath Lab/Electrophysiology Operating Room Critical Care (All) Endoscopy PACU Interventional Radiology Birth Center Centra Specialty Hospital Outpatient Ambulatory Surgery Plastic Surgery Registered Nurse Outpatient Ambulatory Surgery Additional Specialty Requirements After Hire Date According to Unit Standards– Pediatric Advanced Life Support Pediatrics Additional Specialty Requirements After Hire Date According to Unit Standards – Advanced and Pediatric Advanced Life Support Emergency Dept.
RN Psych Full-time
Centra Health

RN Mental Health Intake Coordinator-FT/7p-7a

Centra Health Lynchburg, VA
Job Description The RN Mental Health Intake Coordinator provides telephone and data collection support for admissions to mental health programs and referral information to in-house and outside resources. Handles and directs calls and website requests from referral sources and the general public. Updates and maintains database and generates reports. Works within resource constraints and individual patient needs within transfer process and coordinates with the hospital system to prioritize and mobilize patients to secure the best possible behavioral health service placement. Responsibilities Coordinate with interdisciplinary team to help place patients in appropriate care setting. Responsible for continuity of operations within the facilities by overseeing all patient admissions and transfer activity while monitoring capacity both currently and prospectively. Communicate with interdisciplinary team to coordinate patient flow. EMR Documentation as appropriate Review EMR for appropriate placement and accommodations Utilizes the nursing process as a frame of reference for the placement of patients for the most appropriate transfer Demonstrates the necessary knowledge and skills to address the care needs appropriate to age, spiritual and cultural needs of the population served Collaborates with the unit Charge Nurse, Clinical Coordinator, or UM to gather issues and concerns associated with bed constraints within our hospitals Serves as a resource for interpretation of policies and procedures as related to patient placement including, but not limited to placements of isolation or special care patients Provides bed availability information to reporting bodies when necessary Assists transfer center with pre-admit documentation Advises appropriate staff of situations requiring follow-up attention Answers all calls and records on computerized forms/database Assists lead marketing specialist and marketing director as required Communicates information with physicians and others in a timely manner Completes continuing education requirements as mandated by Centra policy Demonstrates excellent written and verbal communication skills Demonstrates flexibility to changing workloads and good judgement in handling difficult situations with a positive attitude Establishes and maintains positive relationships with providers, referral sources and other Centra departments Facilitates admissions to acute hospitalization programs Identifies quality or customer service issues and addresses appropriately and in a timely manner Maintains a clean and organized workspace Maintains confidentiality Participates in pertinent workshops/training sessions Provides data and reports/charts when scheduled and upon request Provides follow-up with physicians and referral sources in a timely manner Provides information and refers non-admission calls/inquiries to appropriate resources Records accurately all calls and inquiries on computer database Updates database and generates reports for tracking and marketing purposes Verifies insurance coverage and obtains necessary authorizations Works cooperatively with supervisor, director, providers and referral sources Actively participates in staff meetings Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications Required Education: Associate degree or higher from accredited School of Nursing Required Experience: 3 years of nursing experience. Exceptional verbal, written, and telephone communication skills. Maintain good interdisciplinary and community-based communication skills and relationships. Demonstrated leadership and problem-solving skills. Computer skills in various software programs designated by department head. Equipment knowledge of computers, printers, fax machines, copiers, and telephones. Required Certifications and Licensures: Current Virginia or Multistate Nursing Registration. Hold a current, active American Heart Association Basic Life Support (AHA BLS) course completion card. Preferred Education: Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing (BSN) Preferred Experience: Background in psychiatric nursing.
RN Full-time
Centra Health

Client Relations Specialist, RN- Healthworks- FT/Days

Centra Health Lynchburg, VA
Job Description The Client Relations Specialist will represent HealthWorks Occupational Medicine - Direct to Employer Service Line, acting as the main point of contact for clients, providing excellent customer service and support to new and existing clients, and is a crucial part of creating positive and lasting strategic partnerships. The Client Relations Specialist is responsible for building and fostering relationships with major employers as well as strategic and organizational partners to support new business and grow and maintain existing business. This position will work collaboratively with HealthWorks leadership and multiple cross functional team members to ensure that contracted and expected deliverables are followed through on, and client-related targets/metrics are met or supported by countermeasures. This position requires nursing or equivalent clinical healthcare related experience. Responsibilities Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Acts as the primary contact point for HealthWorks clients and maintains an ongoing relationship and line of communication with both administration and employees for each client through marketing material, emails, face-to-face visits and scheduled meetings. Knows, represents, and can educate clients on HealthWorks service line offerings including product descriptions, delivery timeline/implementation, service expectations, and price. Coordinates appropriate meetings with “subject matter experts” in the clinic when necessary. Assist clients to ensure seamless transition when utilizing occupational medicine and other services. Resolves client questions and concerns in a timely manner and engages leadership when needed. Collaborates with leadership to establish and track key performance indicators related to client services. Reports on anticipated changes in client services that impact revenue targets, develops countermeasures for barriers and identifies solutions. Works with clinical and operational team to track and report appropriate metrics for each client. Engages with leadership team to present unusual or complex requests to ensure we can adequately meet requirements. Presents opportunities for growth or addition of services to client leadership/decision makers including C-Suite level. This may include developing the presentation and deliverables as well as leveraging HealthWorks service line leaders, the HealthWorks Director, and/or the HealthWorks Medical Director. Adheres to expectations regarding documentation and tracking of communication and client related activities in the designated platforms/software identified for this purpose.Provides weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual reports to leadership regarding client related activities, market analysis information, and customer service issues/resolution as requested.Leads client review meetings. Updates and maintains client company information including contacts in designated platforms. Support client-related services in the clinic, which may include, but is not limited to, assisting with scheduling appointments, gathering necessary information to conduct service and/or exam, administrative tasks, and troubleshooting issues. Assess client satisfaction through verbal/written communication skills and use of client satisfaction survey. Attend and support HealthWorks events for clients when applicable. Research specific occupational medicine topics, as requested by leadership, to share with clinical staff as needed. Other Functions Performs other duties as assigned. Supports Director in putting together quotes, proposals and contracts for current clients. Assist with, monitor, and track client contracts through the entire contracting process. Collaborate with leadership to discuss industry trends, identify new services based on client feedback, and assist with market analysis. Supervisory Responsibilities This role does not supervise any direct reports. Qualifications Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree required in nursing At least 3-5 years previous experience in nursing Minimum 2 years’ experience working as a nurse. Ability to build client relationships Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills Ability to deliver results with little lead-time; professionalism and customer service skills are always necessary Ability to communicate professionally with all levels of leadership in a concise, clear and timely manner Comfortable interacting with a variety of audiences Superb follow through skills Skilled in conflict resolution Proven record of organization and independent work; a self-starter Proficient in all Microsoft applications including Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint Active driver’s license/insurance and reliable transportation Travel Required Travel is expected to be approximately 5-10% of the time, locally to/from client sites. May vary seasonally. Work Environment The noise level in the work environment is usually minimal to moderate. The setting for this role will include office and healthcare settings, with occasional travel to employer worksites. Exposure to controlled temperature environments, both hot and cold, is to be expected.
CRNA Full-time
Centra Health

CRNA PRN Farmville, VA

Centra Health Lynchburg, VA
$205 / hour
Job Description PRN Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist| Farmville, VA Centra Medical Group Anesthesia Services located in beautiful Farmville, VA, is seeking CRNAs to join our multi-specialty group to provide services at Southside Community Hospital. Our Anesthesia team at SCH offers a care team model practice opportunity for the experienced CRNA who enjoys challenging cases, regional anesthesia, and other procedures. Cases at SCH include Ortho, General surgery, Critical Care, and Surgical services. CRNAs have increased opportunities for independence, regional anesthesia procedures, and central venous access procedures. First call is taken by the CRNA staff with a back-up call provided by an experienced CRNA or anesthesiologist. Regional block, and central venous access training will be provided, but experience, and interest, in these skills is a plus. Familiarity with and interest in ERAS protocols is also welcome. Come join our positive, strong & cohesive anesthesia team where the surgeons, anesthesiologists, CRNAs and OR staff all have a great working relationship. You Can Expect NEW W-2 Rate - $205/hour - Includes Malpractice Insurance Minimum Work Requirement- 16 hours every 8 weeks Care Team Model Schedule: We offer 8-hour shifts during the week Monday-Friday Minimum 16 hrs/8 weeks Southside Community Hospital 116 Beds Lots of opportunity for independence First call taken by CRNA staff, back up call provided by experienced CRNA or MD Regional block, and central venous access training will be provided, but experience and interest in these skills is important. Our Community Southside Community Hospital is in Farmville, VA. This is a vibrant and growing small town located in the heart of Virginia one hour from the larger city of Richmond, VA. Two reputable universities, Longwood and Hampden Sydney, bring culture and arts to the area. In addition, the 31 mile long High Bridge Trail offers great walking and cycling (new single-track trails added) opportunities and is accessible right in the busy historic shopping district. Gorgeous countryside, rich history, good restaurants, a brewery, a hip updated hotel with rooftop bar, and a wine tasting room round out the fun. Richmond, Charlottesville, and Lynchburg are all between a 50 and 75 minute drive. In this way-physicians can experiece the warmth and close knit working relationships of a small community hospital with close access to a more urban environment for housing or visiting-essentially capturing the best of both worlds! Responsibilities Minimum Work Requirement- 16 hours every 8 weeks Required Qualifications Our ideal candidate will have CRNA experience. New grads with a passion for learning & growing will also be considered. Qualified candidates must possess a master's degree, current Virginia licensure, certification with NBCRNA, ACLS and PALS. Malpractice covered by CMG Qualifications Our ideal candidate will have CRNA experience. New grads with a passion for learning & growing will also be considered. Qualified candidates must possess a master's degree, current Virginia licensure, certification with NBCRNA, ACLS and PALS. Malpractice covered by CMG
RN Full-time
Centra Health

BMH OR/Endoscopy Clinical Registered Nurse II - Specialty B (PRN)

Centra Health Bedford, VA
Job Summary JOB DESCRIPTION The Clinical Registered Nurse (RN) II is responsible for managing individualized patient care by promoting and restoring patients' health in accordance with medical and nursing plans of care and established policies and procedures. The Clinical RN II collaborates with physicians and multidisciplinary team members in the development, execution, and evaluation of the multidisciplinary plan of care. The RN assumes a full patient assignment and can plan, analyze, intervene and set goals for patient care accordingly. This nurse provides nursing services to patients and families in accordance with the scope of the RN as defined by the Virginia Board of Nursing. This RN maintains a safe care environment for their patients (clients) and delivers quality care. Responsibilities Job Responsibilities Assessment Conducts an individualized patient assessment, prioritizing the data collection based on the patient’s immediate condition or needs within timeframe specified by policies, procedures, or protocols. Conducts ongoing assessments as determined by patient’s condition and/or the policies, procedures or protocols and reprioritizes care accordingly. Integrates nursing interventions into the multidisciplinary plan of care, incorporating appropriate standards of care and practice and patient outcomes. Planning Develops, modifies, and integrates an individualized care plan which incorporates the medical plan of care, key elements from the plans of other disciplines, and standards of care and practice. Establishes individualized, measurable patient goals in consultation with the patient, family, and health care team. Intervention Performs appropriate treatments as ordered by provider in an accurate and timely manner. Performs therapeutic nursing interventions as established by individualized plan of care for the patient and his/her family. Recognizes potential problems and responds to general information/data indicating urgent and/or emergent risk to the patient. Initiates emergency resuscitative measures as appropriate. Assumes responsibility and accountability for effectively managing the care of a specialty patient population. Provides care in a non-judgmental, non-discriminatory manner that is culturally sensitive to the patient and family, preserving their autonomy, dignity, and rights. Collaborates with interdisciplinary team members to ensure patient care interventions are appropriate. Evaluation Evaluates patient’s responses to care based on effectiveness of nursing interventions/actions in relationship to established goals. Initiates changes in the interdisciplinary care plan based on this evaluation. Problem solves with the specialty team to improve patient outcomes. Documents patient assessment findings, physical/psychosocial responses to nursing intervention and progress towards problem resolution. Patient Education Identifies learning needs of patients/families and teaches by adapting standard information based on needs. Ensures that the patient/family demonstrates knowledge, within the abilities of the patient. Communicates with patients and family to identify their needs and include them in the plan of care. Acknowledges and supports determinations by the patient and/or family concerning treatment. Self and Peer Learning Assumes responsibility for assessing and meeting own learning and professional development needs. Maintains current competency in nursing specialty and requirements for department; attends required educational programs and may attend additional educational workshops; reviews nursing professional publications; establishes personal networks; may participate in professional societies. Seeks additional educational opportunities for clinical development and is either ready to learn the charge nurse role or currently functioning in a charge nurse role. Collaboration Makes sound judgments in the decisions involved in coordinating multiple, increasingly complex patient care demands. Supervises delegated care based on abilities of personnel and patient acuity. Reports changes in patient condition to appropriate personnel. Service Recovery Participates in service recovery and uses appropriate resources during complex situations. Handles conflict resolution in an appropriate, timely and consistent manner. Resource Utilization and Stewardship Supports organizational efforts regarding appropriate resource utilization (i.e. flexing during low census). Able to serve as a preceptor/mentor and works directly with employees to fulfill planned orientation to the department. May assist in the orientation, instruction, direction, and evaluation of students assigned to the unit. Able to be trained for a charge nurse role or is currently functioning in a charge nurse role. Improvement Activities Participates in data collection for quality assurance activities if assigned by department leader. Identifies and communicates recurring practice concerns in specialty areas and their impact on care. Participates in initiatives resulting from nurse-sensitive, quality, and other specialty indicators and/or unit-based quality metrics. Demonstrates the utilization of Centra’s safety behaviors (i.e. Speak Up for Safety). Research/Evidence Based Practice/Quality Improvement Projects May participate in Research or Evidence Based Practice projects. Able to communicate research and quality improvement data/findings to peers. Able to interpret quality improvement data relevant to the clinical specialty and communicate this data to peers. Contributes to development or implementation of methods to improve quality care in areas identified as deficient by quality improvement data studies. Ethics Maintains confidentiality in matters as outlined in Centra policies. Delivers care in a manner that protects patient autonomy, dignity, and rights. Serves as a patient advocate. Maintains patient-nurse relationships with professional role boundaries. Other Duties As Assigned. QUALIFICATIONS Qualifications Education Minimum: Diploma or Associate Degree in Nursing Education Preferred Bachelor of Science – Nursing (BSN) Work Experience Minimum One Year of Nursing (RN) Experience Licenses & Certifications Minimum Registration as a registered nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia and/or holds a compact license to practice in Virginia. Basic Life Support Additional Specialty Requirements – Advanced Cardiac Life Support Cath Lab/Electrophysiology Operating Room Critical Care (All) Endoscopy PACU Interventional Radiology Birth Center Centra Specialty Hospital Outpatient Ambulatory Surgery Plastic SurgeryRegistered Nurse Outpatient Ambulatory Surgery Additional Specialty Requirements – Pediatric Advanced Life Support Pediatrics Additional Specialty Requirements – Advanced And Pediatric Advanced Life Support Emergency Dept.
RN Oncology Full-time
Centra Health

Clinical Registered Nurse II-LGH B41 Oncology Unit-FT/7p-7a

Centra Health Lynchburg, VA
Job Description The Clinical Registered Nurse (RN) II is responsible for managing individualized patient care by promoting and restoring patients' health in accordance with medical and nursing plans of care and established policies and procedures. The Clinical RN II collaborates with physicians and multidisciplinary team members in the development, execution, and evaluation of the multidisciplinary plan of care. The RN assumes a full patient assignment and can plan, analyze, intervene and set goals for patient care accordingly. This nurse provides nursing services to patients and families in accordance with the scope of the RN as defined by the Virginia Board of Nursing. This RN maintains a safe care environment for their patients (clients) and delivers quality care. Responsibilities Job Responsibilities Assessment Conducts an individualized patient assessment, prioritizing the data collection based on the patient’s immediate condition or needs within timeframe specified by policies, procedures, or protocols. Conducts ongoing assessments as determined by patient’s condition and/or the policies, procedures or protocols and reprioritizes care accordingly. Integrates nursing interventions into the multidisciplinary plan of care, incorporating appropriate standards of care and practice and patient outcomes. Planning Develops, modifies, and integrates an individualized care plan which incorporates the medical plan of care, key elements from the plans of other disciplines, and standards of care and practice. Establishes individualized, measurable patient goals in consultation with the patient, family, and health care team. Intervention Performs appropriate treatments as ordered by provider in an accurate and timely manner. Performs therapeutic nursing interventions as established by individualized plan of care for the patient and his/her family. Recognizes potential problems and responds to general information/data indicating urgent and/or emergent risk to the patient. Initiates emergency resuscitative measures as appropriate. Assumes responsibility and accountability for effectively managing the care of a specialty patient population. Provides care in a non-judgmental, non-discriminatory manner that is culturally sensitive to the patient and family, preserving their autonomy, dignity, and rights. Collaborates with interdisciplinary team members to ensure patient care interventions are appropriate. Evaluation Evaluates patient’s responses to care based on effectiveness of nursing interventions/actions in relationship to established goals. Initiates changes in the interdisciplinary care plan based on this evaluation. Problem solves with the specialty team to improve patient outcomes. Documents patient assessment findings, physical/psychosocial responses to nursing intervention and progress towards problem resolution. Patient Education Identifies learning needs of patients/families and teaches by adapting standard information based on needs. Ensures that the patient/family demonstrates knowledge, within the abilities of the patient. Communicates with patients and family to identify their needs and include them in the plan of care. Acknowledges and supports determinations by the patient and/or family concerning treatment. Self and Peer Learning Assumes responsibility for assessing and meeting own learning and professional development needs. Maintains current competency in nursing specialty and requirements for department; attends required educational programs and may attend additional educational workshops; reviews nursing professional publications; establishes personal networks; may participate in professional societies. Seeks additional educational opportunities for clinical development and is either ready to learn the charge nurse role or currently functioning in a charge nurse role. Collaboration Makes sound judgments in the decisions involved in coordinating multiple, increasingly complex patient care demands. Supervises delegated care based on abilities of personnel and patient acuity. Reports changes in patient condition to appropriate personnel. Service Recovery Participates in service recovery and uses appropriate resources during complex situations. Handles conflict resolution in an appropriate, timely and consistent manner. Resource Utilization and Stewardship Supports organizational efforts regarding appropriate resource utilization (i.e. flexing during low census). Able to serve as a preceptor/mentor and works directly with employees to fulfill planned orientation to the department. May assist in the orientation, instruction, direction, and evaluation of students assigned to the unit. Able to be trained for a charge nurse role or is currently functioning in a charge nurse role. Improvement Activities Participates in data collection for quality assurance activities if assigned by department leader. Identifies and communicates recurring practice concerns in specialty areas and their impact on care. Participates in initiatives resulting from nurse-sensitive, quality, and other specialty indicators and/or unit-based quality metrics. Demonstrates the utilization of Centra’s safety behaviors (i.e. Speak Up for Safety). Research/Evidence Based Practice/Quality Improvement Projects May participate in Research or Evidence Based Practice projects. Able to communicate research and quality improvement data/findings to peers. Able to interpret quality improvement data relevant to the clinical specialty and communicate this data to peers. Contributes to development or implementation of methods to improve quality care in areas identified as deficient by quality improvement data studies. Ethics Maintains confidentiality in matters as outlined in Centra policies. Delivers care in a manner that protects patient autonomy, dignity, and rights. Serves as a patient advocate. Maintains patient-nurse relationships with professional role boundaries. Other Duties As Assigned. QUALIFICATIONS Qualifications Education Minimum: Diploma or Associate Degree in Nursing Education Preferred Bachelor of Science – Nursing (BSN) Work Experience Minimum One Year of Nursing (RN) Experience Licenses & Certifications Minimum Registration as a registered nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia and/or holds a compact license to practice in Virginia. Basic Life Support Additional Specialty Requirements – Advanced Cardiac Life Support Cath Lab/Electrophysiology Operating Room Critical Care (All) Endoscopy PACU Interventional Radiology Birth Center Centra Specialty Hospital Outpatient Ambulatory Surgery Plastic SurgeryRegistered Nurse Outpatient Ambulatory Surgery Additional Specialty Requirements – Pediatric Advanced Life Support Pediatrics Additional Specialty Requirements – Advanced And Pediatric Advanced Life Support Emergency Dept.
RN New Grad Full-time
Centra Health

MAY/AUGUST 2026 RN NEW GRAD ONLY-D35 (Diabetic Renal)-FT/7A-7P

Centra Health Lynchburg, VA
Job Description BONUS ELIGIBLE** Earn up to $10k for New Graduates! The professional registered nurse (RN) plans, coordinates, and manages the care provided to assigned patients and practices under the tenets of Centra's Professional Practice Model. The RN acts as the leader in collaborating with members of the interdisciplinary team, providing the foundation for creating the interdisciplinary plan of care. Throughout the patient's stay, the RN coordinates the various care processes that are necessary to achieve desired outcomes, and delegates, as appropriate. The RN works to promote and sustain a culture reflective of Centra's best practices for quality and service, creates and maintains a safe patient environment, and contributes to a healthy work environment. The practice of the RN reflects the American Nurses Association's (ANA) Code of Ethics for Nurses, the Nurse Practice Act of Virginia, and the ANA Principles of Nurse Staffing. P&BH: Reports to MANAGER UNIT SCH VBH Responsibilities Practices under the tenets of Centra's Professional Practice Model Plans, coordinates, manages, and documents the care provided to assigned patients Delegates to care providers according to the ANA Principles of Nurse Staffing Thinks critically as evidenced by appropriate clinical decision-making and prioritization Leads, communicates and collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to plan patient care Creates and maintains an environment that protects patients from harm Adheres to National Patient Safety Goals (NPSG) Participates in initiatives resulting from nurse-sensitive quality indicators and/or unit-based quality metrics Ensures appropriate patient and/or caregiver education with utilization of applicable resources Promotes and sustains a culture reflective of Centra's best practices Operationalizes change resulting from evidence-based practice or research Operationalizes unit-based action plans to achieve or exceed service excellence benchmarks Participates in service recovery and uses appropriate resources during complex situations Handles conflict resolution in an appropriate, timely, and consistent manner Identifies personal contributions to unit-based cascading goals Admits, transfers and/or discharges patients safely and efficiently Uses resources (e.g., time, people, supplies, etc.) cost effectively Engages in own professional development as evidenced by self assessment and attainment of degrees, certifications, and continuing education Contributes to providing a supportive environment that is conducive to learning for all students from all academic programs Other duties as assigned Qualifications Required Education: Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program Required Certifications and Licensures: Hold a current, active license as a registered nurse in Virginia or hold a current multistate licensure privilege as a registered nurse. Hold a current, active American Heart Association Basic Life Support (AHA BLS) course completion card.
LPN Full-time
Centra Health

LPN II (LGH D35 Diabetic Renal, FT, 7a-7p)

Centra Health Lynchburg, VA
Job Description Provide patient care under the direction or supervision of a licensed medical practitioner, a professional registered nurse, or other licensed health professional, as authorized by the Health Regulatory Boards. The LPN coordinates and manages the care provided to assigned patients of all ages based on the unit care delivery model, requiring professional knowledge and consideration of specific patient conditions and treatment. This role collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to deliver high-quality patient care, adheres to a culture reflective of Centra’s best practices for quality and service, creates and maintains a safe patient environment, and coordinates various care processes that are necessary to achieve desired outcomes. The practice of the LPN reflects the American Nurse Association’s Code of Ethics for Nurse, the Nurse Practice Act of Virginia, and the ANA Principles of Nurse Staffing. Responsibilities Clinical - Assessment Conduct initial assessment in collaboration with RN to co-sign. Conduct ongoing individualized patient assessments as determined by patient condition and/or policies, procedures, protocols, and/or RN direction and reprioritize and implement proper patient care accordingly. Integrates nursing interventions into the multidisciplinary plan of care, incorporating appropriate standards of care and practice patient outcomes. Clinical - Intervention Performs appropriate treatments as ordered by provider in an accurate and timely manner. Performs therapeutic nursing interventions as established by individualized plan of care for the patient and his/her family. Recognizes potential problems and responds to general information/data indicating urgent and/or emergent risk to the patient. Initiates emergency resuscitative measures as appropriate. Provides care in a non-judgmental, non-discriminatory manner that is culturally sensitive to the patient and family, preserving their autonomy, dignity, and rights. Collaborates with interdisciplinary team members to ensure patient care interventions are appropriate. Provides medication administration following Centra policy for scope of practice. Clinical - Evaluation Evaluates patient’s responses to care based on effectiveness of nursing interventions/actions in relationship to established goals. Initiates changes in the interdisciplinary care plan based on this evaluation. Problem solves with the specialty team to improve patient outcomes. Documents patient assessment findings, physical/psychosocial responses to nursing intervention and progress towards problem resolution. Reinforces patient education. Clinical - Self and Peer Learning Maintains current competency in nursing specialty and requirements for department; attends required educational program and may attend additional educational workshops; reviews nursing professional publications; established personal networks and participate in professional societies. Resource Utilization and Stewardship Supports organizational efforts regarding appropriate resource utilization. Serves as a preceptor/mentor and works directly with employees to fulfill planned orientation to the department. Assists in the orientation, instruction, direction, and evaluation or students assigned to the unit. Quality Assurance and Safety Practices Participates in data collection for quality assurance activities if assigned by department leader. Identifies and communicates recurring practice concerns in specialty areas and their impact on care. Participates in initiatives resulting from nurse-sensitivity, quality, and other specialty indicators and/or unit-based quality metrics. Demonstrates the utilization of Centra’s safety behaviors (I.e. Speak up for Safety) Research/Evidence Based Practice/Quality Improvement Projects May participate in Research or Evidence Based Practice projects. Able to communicate research and quality improvement data/findings to peers. Able to interpret quality improvement data relevant to the clinical specialty and communicate this data to peers. Contributes to the development or implementation of methods to improve quality care in areas identified as deficient by quality improvement data studies. Ethics Maintains confidentiality in matters as outlined in Centra policies. Delivers care in a manner that protects patient autonomy, dignity, and rights. Serves as a patient advocate. Maintains patient-nurse relationships with professional role boundaries. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Education Minimum: Completion of accredited LPN training program. Work Experience Minimum At least one year of Nursing (LPN) experience Operating and monitoring of basic and specialized medical equipment (ex: Accu check machines, IV pumps, EKG machines, etc.) Work Experience Preferred Prior experience in a similar setting. Licenses & Certifications Minimum A valid, current, full and unrestricted LPN license in the State of Virginia. BLS Certification
RN Full-time
Centra Health

Clinical Registered Nurse II (LGH D35 Diabetic Renal, FT, 7p-7a)

Centra Health Lynchburg, VA
Job Description BONUS ELIGIBLE** Earn up to $20k for Experienced Registered Nurses! The Clinical Registered Nurse (RN) II is responsible for managing individualized patient care by promoting and restoring patients' health in accordance with medical and nursing plans of care and established policies and procedures. The Clinical RN II collaborates with physicians and multidisciplinary team members in the development, execution, and evaluation of the multidisciplinary plan of care. The RN assumes a full patient assignment and can plan, analyze, intervene and set goals for patient care accordingly. This nurse provides nursing services to patients and families in accordance with the scope of the RN as defined by the Virginia Board of Nursing. This RN maintains a safe care environment for their patients (clients) and delivers quality care. Responsibilities Job Responsibilities Assessment Conducts an individualized patient assessment, prioritizing the data collection based on the patient’s immediate condition or needs within timeframe specified by policies, procedures, or protocols. Conducts ongoing assessments as determined by patient’s condition and/or the policies, procedures or protocols and reprioritizes care accordingly. Integrates nursing interventions into the multidisciplinary plan of care, incorporating appropriate standards of care and practice and patient outcomes. Planning Develops, modifies, and integrates an individualized care plan which incorporates the medical plan of care, key elements from the plans of other disciplines, and standards of care and practice. Establishes individualized, measurable patient goals in consultation with the patient, family, and health care team. Intervention Performs appropriate treatments as ordered by provider in an accurate and timely manner. Performs therapeutic nursing interventions as established by individualized plan of care for the patient and his/her family. Recognizes potential problems and responds to general information/data indicating urgent and/or emergent risk to the patient. Initiates emergency resuscitative measures as appropriate. Assumes responsibility and accountability for effectively managing the care of a specialty patient population. Provides care in a non-judgmental, non-discriminatory manner that is culturally sensitive to the patient and family, preserving their autonomy, dignity, and rights. Collaborates with interdisciplinary team members to ensure patient care interventions are appropriate. Evaluation Evaluates patient’s responses to care based on effectiveness of nursing interventions/actions in relationship to established goals. Initiates changes in the interdisciplinary care plan based on this evaluation. Problem solves with the specialty team to improve patient outcomes. Documents patient assessment findings, physical/psychosocial responses to nursing intervention and progress towards problem resolution. Patient Education Identifies learning needs of patients/families and teaches by adapting standard information based on needs. Ensures that the patient/family demonstrates knowledge, within the abilities of the patient. Communicates with patients and family to identify their needs and include them in the plan of care. Acknowledges and supports determinations by the patient and/or family concerning treatment. Self and Peer Learning Assumes responsibility for assessing and meeting own learning and professional development needs. Maintains current competency in nursing specialty and requirements for department; attends required educational programs and may attend additional educational workshops; reviews nursing professional publications; establishes personal networks; may participate in professional societies. Seeks additional educational opportunities for clinical development and is either ready to learn the charge nurse role or currently functioning in a charge nurse role. Collaboration Makes sound judgments in the decisions involved in coordinating multiple, increasingly complex patient care demands. Supervises delegated care based on abilities of personnel and patient acuity. Reports changes in patient condition to appropriate personnel. Service Recovery Participates in service recovery and uses appropriate resources during complex situations. Handles conflict resolution in an appropriate, timely and consistent manner. Resource Utilization and Stewardship Supports organizational efforts regarding appropriate resource utilization (i.e. flexing during low census). Able to serve as a preceptor/mentor and works directly with employees to fulfill planned orientation to the department. May assist in the orientation, instruction, direction, and evaluation of students assigned to the unit. Able to be trained for a charge nurse role or is currently functioning in a charge nurse role. Improvement Activities Participates in data collection for quality assurance activities if assigned by department leader. Identifies and communicates recurring practice concerns in specialty areas and their impact on care. Participates in initiatives resulting from nurse-sensitive, quality, and other specialty indicators and/or unit-based quality metrics. Demonstrates the utilization of Centra’s safety behaviors (i.e. Speak Up for Safety). Research/Evidence Based Practice/Quality Improvement Projects May participate in Research or Evidence Based Practice projects. Able to communicate research and quality improvement data/findings to peers. Able to interpret quality improvement data relevant to the clinical specialty and communicate this data to peers. Contributes to development or implementation of methods to improve quality care in areas identified as deficient by quality improvement data studies. Ethics Maintains confidentiality in matters as outlined in Centra policies. Delivers care in a manner that protects patient autonomy, dignity, and rights. Serves as a patient advocate. Maintains patient-nurse relationships with professional role boundaries. Other Duties As Assigned. QUALIFICATIONS Qualifications Education Minimum: Diploma or Associate Degree in Nursing Education Preferred Bachelor of Science – Nursing (BSN) Work Experience Minimum One Year of Nursing (RN) Experience Licenses & Certifications Minimum Registration as a registered nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia and/or holds a compact license to practice in Virginia. Basic Life Support Additional Specialty Requirements – Advanced Cardiac Life Support Cath Lab/Electrophysiology Operating Room Critical Care (All) Endoscopy PACU Interventional Radiology Birth Center Centra Specialty Hospital Outpatient Ambulatory Surgery Plastic SurgeryRegistered Nurse Outpatient Ambulatory Surgery Additional Specialty Requirements – Pediatric Advanced Life Support Pediatrics Additional Specialty Requirements – Advanced And Pediatric Advanced Life Support Emergency Dept.
RN Full-time
Centra Health

Clinical Registered Nurse II (LGH D35 Diabetic Renal, PT, 7a-7p)

Centra Health Lynchburg, VA
Job Description The Clinical Registered Nurse (RN) II is responsible for managing individualized patient care by promoting and restoring patients' health in accordance with medical and nursing plans of care and established policies and procedures. The Clinical RN II collaborates with physicians and multidisciplinary team members in the development, execution, and evaluation of the multidisciplinary plan of care. The RN assumes a full patient assignment and can plan, analyze, intervene and set goals for patient care accordingly. This nurse provides nursing services to patients and families in accordance with the scope of the RN as defined by the Virginia Board of Nursing. This RN maintains a safe care environment for their patients (clients) and delivers quality care. Responsibilities Job Responsibilities Assessment Conducts an individualized patient assessment, prioritizing the data collection based on the patient’s immediate condition or needs within timeframe specified by policies, procedures, or protocols. Conducts ongoing assessments as determined by patient’s condition and/or the policies, procedures or protocols and reprioritizes care accordingly. Integrates nursing interventions into the multidisciplinary plan of care, incorporating appropriate standards of care and practice and patient outcomes. Planning Develops, modifies, and integrates an individualized care plan which incorporates the medical plan of care, key elements from the plans of other disciplines, and standards of care and practice. Establishes individualized, measurable patient goals in consultation with the patient, family, and health care team. Intervention Performs appropriate treatments as ordered by provider in an accurate and timely manner. Performs therapeutic nursing interventions as established by individualized plan of care for the patient and his/her family. Recognizes potential problems and responds to general information/data indicating urgent and/or emergent risk to the patient. Initiates emergency resuscitative measures as appropriate. Assumes responsibility and accountability for effectively managing the care of a specialty patient population. Provides care in a non-judgmental, non-discriminatory manner that is culturally sensitive to the patient and family, preserving their autonomy, dignity, and rights. Collaborates with interdisciplinary team members to ensure patient care interventions are appropriate. Evaluation Evaluates patient’s responses to care based on effectiveness of nursing interventions/actions in relationship to established goals. Initiates changes in the interdisciplinary care plan based on this evaluation. Problem solves with the specialty team to improve patient outcomes. Documents patient assessment findings, physical/psychosocial responses to nursing intervention and progress towards problem resolution. Patient Education Identifies learning needs of patients/families and teaches by adapting standard information based on needs. Ensures that the patient/family demonstrates knowledge, within the abilities of the patient. Communicates with patients and family to identify their needs and include them in the plan of care. Acknowledges and supports determinations by the patient and/or family concerning treatment. Self and Peer Learning Assumes responsibility for assessing and meeting own learning and professional development needs. Maintains current competency in nursing specialty and requirements for department; attends required educational programs and may attend additional educational workshops; reviews nursing professional publications; establishes personal networks; may participate in professional societies. Seeks additional educational opportunities for clinical development and is either ready to learn the charge nurse role or currently functioning in a charge nurse role. Collaboration Makes sound judgments in the decisions involved in coordinating multiple, increasingly complex patient care demands. Supervises delegated care based on abilities of personnel and patient acuity. Reports changes in patient condition to appropriate personnel. Service Recovery Participates in service recovery and uses appropriate resources during complex situations. Handles conflict resolution in an appropriate, timely and consistent manner. Resource Utilization and Stewardship Supports organizational efforts regarding appropriate resource utilization (i.e. flexing during low census). Able to serve as a preceptor/mentor and works directly with employees to fulfill planned orientation to the department. May assist in the orientation, instruction, direction, and evaluation of students assigned to the unit. Able to be trained for a charge nurse role or is currently functioning in a charge nurse role. Improvement Activities Participates in data collection for quality assurance activities if assigned by department leader. Identifies and communicates recurring practice concerns in specialty areas and their impact on care. Participates in initiatives resulting from nurse-sensitive, quality, and other specialty indicators and/or unit-based quality metrics. Demonstrates the utilization of Centra’s safety behaviors (i.e. Speak Up for Safety). Research/Evidence Based Practice/Quality Improvement Projects May participate in Research or Evidence Based Practice projects. Able to communicate research and quality improvement data/findings to peers. Able to interpret quality improvement data relevant to the clinical specialty and communicate this data to peers. Contributes to development or implementation of methods to improve quality care in areas identified as deficient by quality improvement data studies. Ethics Maintains confidentiality in matters as outlined in Centra policies. Delivers care in a manner that protects patient autonomy, dignity, and rights. Serves as a patient advocate. Maintains patient-nurse relationships with professional role boundaries. Other Duties As Assigned. QUALIFICATIONS Qualifications Education Minimum: Diploma or Associate Degree in Nursing Education Preferred Bachelor of Science – Nursing (BSN) Work Experience Minimum One Year of Nursing (RN) Experience Licenses & Certifications Minimum Registration as a registered nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia and/or holds a compact license to practice in Virginia. Basic Life Support Additional Specialty Requirements – Advanced Cardiac Life Support Cath Lab/Electrophysiology Operating Room Critical Care (All) Endoscopy PACU Interventional Radiology Birth Center Centra Specialty Hospital Outpatient Ambulatory Surgery Plastic SurgeryRegistered Nurse Outpatient Ambulatory Surgery Additional Specialty Requirements – Pediatric Advanced Life Support Pediatrics Additional Specialty Requirements – Advanced And Pediatric Advanced Life Support Emergency Dept.
RN Full-time
Centra Health

Clinical Registered Nurse II (LGH D35 Diabetic Renal, PRN)

Centra Health Lynchburg, VA
Job Description The Clinical Registered Nurse (RN) II is responsible for managing individualized patient care by promoting and restoring patients' health in accordance with medical and nursing plans of care and established policies and procedures. The Clinical RN II collaborates with physicians and multidisciplinary team members in the development, execution, and evaluation of the multidisciplinary plan of care. The RN assumes a full patient assignment and can plan, analyze, intervene and set goals for patient care accordingly. This nurse provides nursing services to patients and families in accordance with the scope of the RN as defined by the Virginia Board of Nursing. This RN maintains a safe care environment for their patients (clients) and delivers quality care. Responsibilities Job Responsibilities Assessment Conducts an individualized patient assessment, prioritizing the data collection based on the patient’s immediate condition or needs within timeframe specified by policies, procedures, or protocols. Conducts ongoing assessments as determined by patient’s condition and/or the policies, procedures or protocols and reprioritizes care accordingly. Integrates nursing interventions into the multidisciplinary plan of care, incorporating appropriate standards of care and practice and patient outcomes. Planning Develops, modifies, and integrates an individualized care plan which incorporates the medical plan of care, key elements from the plans of other disciplines, and standards of care and practice. Establishes individualized, measurable patient goals in consultation with the patient, family, and health care team. Intervention Performs appropriate treatments as ordered by provider in an accurate and timely manner. Performs therapeutic nursing interventions as established by individualized plan of care for the patient and his/her family. Recognizes potential problems and responds to general information/data indicating urgent and/or emergent risk to the patient. Initiates emergency resuscitative measures as appropriate. Assumes responsibility and accountability for effectively managing the care of a specialty patient population. Provides care in a non-judgmental, non-discriminatory manner that is culturally sensitive to the patient and family, preserving their autonomy, dignity, and rights. Collaborates with interdisciplinary team members to ensure patient care interventions are appropriate. Evaluation Evaluates patient’s responses to care based on effectiveness of nursing interventions/actions in relationship to established goals. Initiates changes in the interdisciplinary care plan based on this evaluation. Problem solves with the specialty team to improve patient outcomes. Documents patient assessment findings, physical/psychosocial responses to nursing intervention and progress towards problem resolution. Patient Education Identifies learning needs of patients/families and teaches by adapting standard information based on needs. Ensures that the patient/family demonstrates knowledge, within the abilities of the patient. Communicates with patients and family to identify their needs and include them in the plan of care. Acknowledges and supports determinations by the patient and/or family concerning treatment. Self and Peer Learning Assumes responsibility for assessing and meeting own learning and professional development needs. Maintains current competency in nursing specialty and requirements for department; attends required educational programs and may attend additional educational workshops; reviews nursing professional publications; establishes personal networks; may participate in professional societies. Seeks additional educational opportunities for clinical development and is either ready to learn the charge nurse role or currently functioning in a charge nurse role. Collaboration Makes sound judgments in the decisions involved in coordinating multiple, increasingly complex patient care demands. Supervises delegated care based on abilities of personnel and patient acuity. Reports changes in patient condition to appropriate personnel. Service Recovery Participates in service recovery and uses appropriate resources during complex situations. Handles conflict resolution in an appropriate, timely and consistent manner. Resource Utilization and Stewardship Supports organizational efforts regarding appropriate resource utilization (i.e. flexing during low census). Able to serve as a preceptor/mentor and works directly with employees to fulfill planned orientation to the department. May assist in the orientation, instruction, direction, and evaluation of students assigned to the unit. Able to be trained for a charge nurse role or is currently functioning in a charge nurse role. Improvement Activities Participates in data collection for quality assurance activities if assigned by department leader. Identifies and communicates recurring practice concerns in specialty areas and their impact on care. Participates in initiatives resulting from nurse-sensitive, quality, and other specialty indicators and/or unit-based quality metrics. Demonstrates the utilization of Centra’s safety behaviors (i.e. Speak Up for Safety). Research/Evidence Based Practice/Quality Improvement Projects May participate in Research or Evidence Based Practice projects. Able to communicate research and quality improvement data/findings to peers. Able to interpret quality improvement data relevant to the clinical specialty and communicate this data to peers. Contributes to development or implementation of methods to improve quality care in areas identified as deficient by quality improvement data studies. Ethics Maintains confidentiality in matters as outlined in Centra policies. Delivers care in a manner that protects patient autonomy, dignity, and rights. Serves as a patient advocate. Maintains patient-nurse relationships with professional role boundaries. Other Duties As Assigned. QUALIFICATIONS Qualifications Education Minimum: Diploma or Associate Degree in Nursing Education Preferred Bachelor of Science – Nursing (BSN) Work Experience Minimum One Year of Nursing (RN) Experience Licenses & Certifications Minimum Registration as a registered nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia and/or holds a compact license to practice in Virginia. Basic Life Support Additional Specialty Requirements – Advanced Cardiac Life Support Cath Lab/Electrophysiology Operating Room Critical Care (All) Endoscopy PACU Interventional Radiology Birth Center Centra Specialty Hospital Outpatient Ambulatory Surgery Plastic SurgeryRegistered Nurse Outpatient Ambulatory Surgery Additional Specialty Requirements – Pediatric Advanced Life Support Pediatrics Additional Specialty Requirements – Advanced And Pediatric Advanced Life Support Emergency Dept.
LPN Full-time
Centra Health

LPN II (LGH D35 Diabetic Renal, FT, 7p-7a)

Centra Health Lynchburg, VA
Job Description Provide patient care under the direction or supervision of a licensed medical practitioner, a professional registered nurse, or other licensed health professional, as authorized by the Health Regulatory Boards. The LPN coordinates and manages the care provided to assigned patients of all ages based on the unit care delivery model, requiring professional knowledge and consideration of specific patient conditions and treatment. This role collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to deliver high-quality patient care, adheres to a culture reflective of Centra’s best practices for quality and service, creates and maintains a safe patient environment, and coordinates various care processes that are necessary to achieve desired outcomes. The practice of the LPN reflects the American Nurse Association’s Code of Ethics for Nurse, the Nurse Practice Act of Virginia, and the ANA Principles of Nurse Staffing. Responsibilities Clinical - Assessment Conduct initial assessment in collaboration with RN to co-sign. Conduct ongoing individualized patient assessments as determined by patient condition and/or policies, procedures, protocols, and/or RN direction and reprioritize and implement proper patient care accordingly. Integrates nursing interventions into the multidisciplinary plan of care, incorporating appropriate standards of care and practice patient outcomes. Clinical - Intervention Performs appropriate treatments as ordered by provider in an accurate and timely manner. Performs therapeutic nursing interventions as established by individualized plan of care for the patient and his/her family. Recognizes potential problems and responds to general information/data indicating urgent and/or emergent risk to the patient. Initiates emergency resuscitative measures as appropriate. Provides care in a non-judgmental, non-discriminatory manner that is culturally sensitive to the patient and family, preserving their autonomy, dignity, and rights. Collaborates with interdisciplinary team members to ensure patient care interventions are appropriate. Provides medication administration following Centra policy for scope of practice. Clinical - Evaluation Evaluates patient’s responses to care based on effectiveness of nursing interventions/actions in relationship to established goals. Initiates changes in the interdisciplinary care plan based on this evaluation. Problem solves with the specialty team to improve patient outcomes. Documents patient assessment findings, physical/psychosocial responses to nursing intervention and progress towards problem resolution. Reinforces patient education. Clinical - Self and Peer Learning Maintains current competency in nursing specialty and requirements for department; attends required educational program and may attend additional educational workshops; reviews nursing professional publications; established personal networks and participate in professional societies. Resource Utilization and Stewardship Supports organizational efforts regarding appropriate resource utilization. Serves as a preceptor/mentor and works directly with employees to fulfill planned orientation to the department. Assists in the orientation, instruction, direction, and evaluation or students assigned to the unit. Quality Assurance and Safety Practices Participates in data collection for quality assurance activities if assigned by department leader. Identifies and communicates recurring practice concerns in specialty areas and their impact on care. Participates in initiatives resulting from nurse-sensitivity, quality, and other specialty indicators and/or unit-based quality metrics. Demonstrates the utilization of Centra’s safety behaviors (I.e. Speak up for Safety) Research/Evidence Based Practice/Quality Improvement Projects May participate in Research or Evidence Based Practice projects. Able to communicate research and quality improvement data/findings to peers. Able to interpret quality improvement data relevant to the clinical specialty and communicate this data to peers. Contributes to the development or implementation of methods to improve quality care in areas identified as deficient by quality improvement data studies. Ethics Maintains confidentiality in matters as outlined in Centra policies. Delivers care in a manner that protects patient autonomy, dignity, and rights. Serves as a patient advocate. Maintains patient-nurse relationships with professional role boundaries. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Education Minimum: Completion of accredited LPN training program. Work Experience Minimum At least one year of Nursing (LPN) experience Operating and monitoring of basic and specialized medical equipment (ex: Accu check machines, IV pumps, EKG machines, etc.) Work Experience Preferred Prior experience in a similar setting. Licenses & Certifications Minimum A valid, current, full and unrestricted LPN license in the State of Virginia. BLS Certification
LPN Full-time
Centra Health

LPN II (LGH D35 Diabetic Renal, PT, 7p-7a)

Centra Health Lynchburg, VA
Job Description Provide patient care under the direction or supervision of a licensed medical practitioner, a professional registered nurse, or other licensed health professional, as authorized by the Health Regulatory Boards. The LPN coordinates and manages the care provided to assigned patients of all ages based on the unit care delivery model, requiring professional knowledge and consideration of specific patient conditions and treatment. This role collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to deliver high-quality patient care, adheres to a culture reflective of Centra’s best practices for quality and service, creates and maintains a safe patient environment, and coordinates various care processes that are necessary to achieve desired outcomes. The practice of the LPN reflects the American Nurse Association’s Code of Ethics for Nurse, the Nurse Practice Act of Virginia, and the ANA Principles of Nurse Staffing. Responsibilities Clinical - Assessment Conduct initial assessment in collaboration with RN to co-sign. Conduct ongoing individualized patient assessments as determined by patient condition and/or policies, procedures, protocols, and/or RN direction and reprioritize and implement proper patient care accordingly. Integrates nursing interventions into the multidisciplinary plan of care, incorporating appropriate standards of care and practice patient outcomes. Clinical - Intervention Performs appropriate treatments as ordered by provider in an accurate and timely manner. Performs therapeutic nursing interventions as established by individualized plan of care for the patient and his/her family. Recognizes potential problems and responds to general information/data indicating urgent and/or emergent risk to the patient. Initiates emergency resuscitative measures as appropriate. Provides care in a non-judgmental, non-discriminatory manner that is culturally sensitive to the patient and family, preserving their autonomy, dignity, and rights. Collaborates with interdisciplinary team members to ensure patient care interventions are appropriate. Provides medication administration following Centra policy for scope of practice. Clinical - Evaluation Evaluates patient’s responses to care based on effectiveness of nursing interventions/actions in relationship to established goals. Initiates changes in the interdisciplinary care plan based on this evaluation. Problem solves with the specialty team to improve patient outcomes. Documents patient assessment findings, physical/psychosocial responses to nursing intervention and progress towards problem resolution. Reinforces patient education. Clinical - Self and Peer Learning Maintains current competency in nursing specialty and requirements for department; attends required educational program and may attend additional educational workshops; reviews nursing professional publications; established personal networks and participate in professional societies. Resource Utilization and Stewardship Supports organizational efforts regarding appropriate resource utilization. Serves as a preceptor/mentor and works directly with employees to fulfill planned orientation to the department. Assists in the orientation, instruction, direction, and evaluation or students assigned to the unit. Quality Assurance and Safety Practices Participates in data collection for quality assurance activities if assigned by department leader. Identifies and communicates recurring practice concerns in specialty areas and their impact on care. Participates in initiatives resulting from nurse-sensitivity, quality, and other specialty indicators and/or unit-based quality metrics. Demonstrates the utilization of Centra’s safety behaviors (I.e. Speak up for Safety) Research/Evidence Based Practice/Quality Improvement Projects May participate in Research or Evidence Based Practice projects. Able to communicate research and quality improvement data/findings to peers. Able to interpret quality improvement data relevant to the clinical specialty and communicate this data to peers. Contributes to the development or implementation of methods to improve quality care in areas identified as deficient by quality improvement data studies. Ethics Maintains confidentiality in matters as outlined in Centra policies. Delivers care in a manner that protects patient autonomy, dignity, and rights. Serves as a patient advocate. Maintains patient-nurse relationships with professional role boundaries. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Education Minimum: Completion of accredited LPN training program. Work Experience Minimum At least one year of Nursing (LPN) experience Operating and monitoring of basic and specialized medical equipment (ex: Accu check machines, IV pumps, EKG machines, etc.) Work Experience Preferred Prior experience in a similar setting. Licenses & Certifications Minimum A valid, current, full and unrestricted LPN license in the State of Virginia. BLS Certification
LPN Full-time
Centra Health

LPN II (Centra Specialty, LTAC, FT, 7p-7a)

Centra Health Lynchburg, VA
Job Description Provide patient care under the direction or supervision of a licensed medical practitioner, a professional registered nurse, or other licensed health professional, as authorized by the Health Regulatory Boards. The LPN coordinates and manages the care provided to assigned patients of all ages based on the unit care delivery model, requiring professional knowledge and consideration of specific patient conditions and treatment. This role collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to deliver high-quality patient care, adheres to a culture reflective of Centra’s best practices for quality and service, creates and maintains a safe patient environment, and coordinates various care processes that are necessary to achieve desired outcomes. The practice of the LPN reflects the American Nurse Association’s Code of Ethics for Nurse, the Nurse Practice Act of Virginia, and the ANA Principles of Nurse Staffing. Responsibilities Clinical - Assessment Conduct initial assessment in collaboration with RN to co-sign. Conduct ongoing individualized patient assessments as determined by patient condition and/or policies, procedures, protocols, and/or RN direction and reprioritize and implement proper patient care accordingly. Integrates nursing interventions into the multidisciplinary plan of care, incorporating appropriate standards of care and practice patient outcomes. Clinical - Intervention Performs appropriate treatments as ordered by provider in an accurate and timely manner. Performs therapeutic nursing interventions as established by individualized plan of care for the patient and his/her family. Recognizes potential problems and responds to general information/data indicating urgent and/or emergent risk to the patient. Initiates emergency resuscitative measures as appropriate. Provides care in a non-judgmental, non-discriminatory manner that is culturally sensitive to the patient and family, preserving their autonomy, dignity, and rights. Collaborates with interdisciplinary team members to ensure patient care interventions are appropriate. Provides medication administration following Centra policy for scope of practice. Clinical - Evaluation Evaluates patient’s responses to care based on effectiveness of nursing interventions/actions in relationship to established goals. Initiates changes in the interdisciplinary care plan based on this evaluation. Problem solves with the specialty team to improve patient outcomes. Documents patient assessment findings, physical/psychosocial responses to nursing intervention and progress towards problem resolution. Reinforces patient education. Clinical - Self and Peer Learning Maintains current competency in nursing specialty and requirements for department; attends required educational program and may attend additional educational workshops; reviews nursing professional publications; established personal networks and participate in professional societies. Resource Utilization and Stewardship Supports organizational efforts regarding appropriate resource utilization. Serves as a preceptor/mentor and works directly with employees to fulfill planned orientation to the department. Assists in the orientation, instruction, direction, and evaluation or students assigned to the unit. Quality Assurance and Safety Practices Participates in data collection for quality assurance activities if assigned by department leader. Identifies and communicates recurring practice concerns in specialty areas and their impact on care. Participates in initiatives resulting from nurse-sensitivity, quality, and other specialty indicators and/or unit-based quality metrics. Demonstrates the utilization of Centra’s safety behaviors (I.e. Speak up for Safety) Research/Evidence Based Practice/Quality Improvement Projects May participate in Research or Evidence Based Practice projects. Able to communicate research and quality improvement data/findings to peers. Able to interpret quality improvement data relevant to the clinical specialty and communicate this data to peers. Contributes to the development or implementation of methods to improve quality care in areas identified as deficient by quality improvement data studies. Ethics Maintains confidentiality in matters as outlined in Centra policies. Delivers care in a manner that protects patient autonomy, dignity, and rights. Serves as a patient advocate. Maintains patient-nurse relationships with professional role boundaries. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Education Minimum: Completion of accredited LPN training program. Work Experience Minimum At least one year of Nursing (LPN) experience Operating and monitoring of basic and specialized medical equipment (ex: Accu check machines, IV pumps, EKG machines, etc.) Work Experience Preferred Prior experience in a similar setting. Licenses & Certifications Minimum A valid, current, full and unrestricted LPN license in the State of Virginia. BLS Certification