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Nursing Jobs in Staunton, VA

REGISTERED NURSE - 1 East Observation Unit - Day Shift

The Registered Nurse in Observation Unit – 1 East is responsible for the care of patients requiring short-term monitoring, diagnostic testing, or therapeutic interventions who do not meet criteria for inpatient admission. This role functions within an interdisciplinary and interdepartmental team, ensuring efficient, patient-centered coordination of care. A core focus of this position is to accelerate diagnostics and expedite treatment interventions to support timely and safe discharge, or seamless transition to inpatient admission when indicated. Requirements Nursing Diploma and/or Associate Degree in Nursing Educational requirements per hospital certifications (Example: Stroke, Orthopedic/Spine) Current and valid Registered nurse license in the Commonwealth of Virginia or from a state that is part of a Compact agreement with Virginia CPR ACLS BSN, MSN preferred Experience: 1-year full time or 2 years part-time RN Telemetry or step down or PCU experience Emergency Department, ICU, Observation Unit Experience preferred Skills: Unit and annual competencies to be completed each year HIPPA - no breaches of confidentiality. No related complaints voiced on patient satisfaction surveys. no related complaints voiced by fellow care providers of observed incidences Knowledgeable of location and content of departmental policies and procedures Nurse Practice Act-Scope of Practice Basic computer skills National Patient Safety Goals Clinical competence in all aspects of the unit. Medications • Completes 8 Rights with 100% compliance. Knowledge of medications used. • Knowledge and use of high-risk medications. • Ability to perform calculations for mixtures/solutions. • Follows policy for bar code scanning with high level of compliance. Implement Implement clinical and technical aspects of care in accordance with established standards, policies, and practice guidelines. Observed to anticipate patient’s potential complications and need for appropriate preventive measures. Demonstrates strong clinical skills in technical aspects of care, pain management, systems assessment, and patient satisfaction. Demonstrates proficiency in starting IVs and phlebotomy and follows hospital policy and procedure. Maintains patient safety. Maintains patient confidentiality. Provides patient education appropriate to age and knowledge level of patient. Demonstrates proficiency in computer applications necessary to perform the job. Coordinates care through use of interdisciplinary services as needed. Personal Safety • Consistently uses Personal Protective Equipment including eye protection when appropriate. • Maintains organization and safety in the physical environment of care. • Demonstrates knowledge of proper body mechanics. • Utilizes Safe Patient Handling devices correctly to minimize risk of injury. • Disposes of sharps and infectious waste appropriately. • Maintains calm and safe approach with those patients that display violent or aggressive behavior. Patient Safety • Demonstrates knowledge of patient two unique identifiers. • Utilizes SBAR approach to patient hand off communication. • Follows policy and procedure in the administration of medication. Abides by policies/procedures for Isolation. • Consistently follows CDC guidelines for hand hygiene. • Knowledgeable of their role in patient evacuation plan. • Utilizes Safe Patient Handling Equipment appropriately • Documents appropriately by not using an abbreviation from standard "Do Not Use Abbreviation List". • Implements fall preventions. • Assure patient rounds by policy. • Involve family in prevention measures. • Demonstrates appropriate use of restraints. • Provides written plan of care based on patient problems/diagnosis. • Assures Kardex and intervention list up to date. • Labels all specimens appropriately at bedside. • Completes ".Time Out". and documentation for all invasive procedures. Assess/Plan- Assess and develop individualized needs and plan of care: • Assessments are complete and appropriate for patients age, special care needs, and patient' s knowledge level, psychosocial, emotional, physical, and spiritual status. • Reassessment is timely and performed as patient condition warrants. • Documentation of assessment is timely. • Communicates assessment data as necessary to team members and anesthesiologist/surgeon. • Appropriate referrals are made early in the hospital stay with evidence of follow-up documentation in the medical record. Personal Growth • Assumes responsibility for own personal education and developmental needs. • Assesses personal learning needs and initiates methods to meet the identified needs through formal or informal education. • Displays positive attitude and flexibility toward work unit. • Cooperates with interdisciplinary team members and other units to meet the needs of the patient. • No complaints from patients/family, other units, physicians or staff. • Attends 80% of staff meetings. • Attends in-services as required or requested by clinical coordinator. QI- Participate in quality improvement processes. • Participates in staff satisfaction projects • Assist Clinical Coordinator on quality improvement projects when requested. • Knowledgeable of unit PI projects. • Provides suggestions for cost containment. • Assist unit in DNV preparedness by maintaining environment and practicing within established standards. • Knowledgeable of NPSGs and other JCAHO standards as it relates to everyday work practices. • Awareness of patient satisfaction goals to meet individual patient needs on a daily basis. Leadership- Demonstrates effective skills to be a leader within the unit. • Able to function as a team leader ensuring optimal patient care while supervising the work of other nurses and supportive nursing staff. • Demonstrates ability and knowledge to be a resource and mentor for other staff. • Minimizes absences and reports to work in a dependable manner. • Communicates effectively with physicians utilizing SBAR approach. • Able to function calmly and promptly while demonstrating appropriate knowledge and skill in emergency situations. • Maintains responsible attitude towards management and cost containment. • Serves on organizational committees as requested by Department Director. • Participates in Clinical Ladder. • Attains certification in specialty. Evaluation- Evaluate patient outcome: • Updates plan of care based on continuing assessment of patient outcomes. • Documentation reflects nursing interventions, patient responses, as well as follow through with patient outcomes. • Evaluation of age specific instruction/teaching is demonstrated and documented through monitoring of the learning process, seeking feedback from patient and family, and return demonstration if appropriate Some benefits of working at Augusta Health include: Generous paid time off to promote work life balance Free onsite parking Shift and weekend differentials Tuition reimbursement Onsite childcare Company Information: Augusta Health is a mission-driven, independent, nonprofit, community health system located in Fishersville Virginia in Virginia’s scenic Shenandoah Valley. Augusta Health offers a full continuum of inpatient and outpatient services which includes Augusta Medical Center a 255-bed inpatient facility and Augusta Medical Group which is comprised of 40 practice locations and four urgent care locations. Equal Opportunity: Augusta Health recruits, hires and promotes qualified candidates for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran or military discharge status, and family medical or genetic information.

Registered Nurse - Progressive Care/Telemetry Part time - night shift

Augusta Health Fishersville, VA

Progressive Care-Telemetry at Augusta Health is a 32 bed unit. Nurses on this unit care for adult patients who are acutely ill with a wide variety of medical problems. The patient population on PCU/Tele includes cardiac, neuro, renal, infectious disease, pulmonary and more. As a RN on our unit, you will be accountable for the coordination of direct patient care, education, and serve as the leader of the patient care team in a fast paced setting. Nurses on this unit are trained in cardiac rhythm interpretation and work closely with other disciplines to ensure patients receive the highest quality care. By working on PCU/Tele, you will have immediate opportunities to be a part of shared governance, to promote evidence-based practice, and to lead organizational change in nursing practice. Our team is dynamic and hardworking. In each encounter they strive to meet the needs of each individual patient while also ensuring the best patient experience. We currently have a Registered Nurse (RN) position open in our PCU. The Registered Nurse is accountable for the coordination of direct patient care, education, and serves as a leader of the patient care team. The RN will work closely with an interdisciplinary team to deliver high quality patient care. Come join the Augusta Health team located in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley in Fishersville, VA. Augusta Health is an independent, community hospital recognized as one of Healthgrades’ 50 Best Hospitals in America. Our mission is to promote the health and well-being of our community through access to excellent care. We build trust and peace of mind through our core values of patient-and community-centeredness, professionalism, excellence, and teamwork. Requirements Currently licensed or eligible to be licensed as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia Minimum of one (1) year of RN experience required BSN or ADN currently enrolled in a BSN program preferred BLS certification required Positive attitude, with enthusiasm for caring for our community Strong verbal and written communication skills Effective time management skills Solid critical thinking skills and a strong application of the nursing process Must have effective adherence to infection control practices Some benefits of working at Augusta Health include: Insurance package including health, dental, and vision Retirement savings helping you to plan for your future Generous paid time off to promote work life balance Free onsite parking 24/7 armed security to ensure your safety Shift and weekend differentials Flexible scheduling Clinical ladder career path program Shared governance Tuition reimbursement Onsite child care Augusta Health Fitness Reimbursement Program Individualized orientation with dedicated preceptor Onsite credit union Employee discounts including the cafeteria, gift shop, pharmacy, and movie tickets

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Agape Care Group Staunton, VA

Overview Join Our Team as a CNA Do you value the time you spend with your patients? Is it important to you that your patients and their families know and feel that you are with them? We are looking for certified nursing assistants who are committed to creating meaningful patient experiences. As a certified nursing assistant, you’ll assist patients with daily activities, monitor patient conditions, and report any changes to the care team. Most importantly, you’ll assist families along their health care journeys with love and compassion. And just like all of our team members, our CNAs have access to our supportive leadership team and professional development opportunities with plenty of room for advancement. We’re Offering Even More Great Benefits When You Join Our Team! Tuition Reimbursement Immediate Access to Paid Time Off Employee Referral Program Bonus Eligibility Matching 401K Annual Merit Increases Years of Service Award Bonuses Financial and Legal Assistance Program Mental Health and Counseling Programs Dental and Orthodontic Coverage Vision Insurance Health Care with Low Premiums $500 Matching Health Savings Account Short-term and Long-term Disability Access to Virtual Health & Wellness Fertility Assistance Program Our Company Mission Our mission is to serve with love, providing comfort and support through compassionate care and meaningful experiences. For our team members, these aren’t empty words. In every interaction, no matter how big or small, we’re dedicated to providing a superior experience for patients facing life-limiting illnesses and their families. About Agape Care Group As a regional leader in hospice and palliative care, Agape Care Group proudly serves patients through its family of care providers — Agape Care South Carolina, Georgia Hospice Care, Hospice of the Carolina Foothills in North Carolina, and ACG Hospice in Alabama, Kansas, Louisiana, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Virginia. The company’s employees are committed to serving with love those touched by an advanced illness, providing comfort and support through compassionate care and meaningful experiences. At any location within our company, you'll find a career that means something. You'll not only have the opportunity to use your skills to make a real difference, but you'll also be part of an inclusive, respectful work environment filled with peers who have answered the call to care for others. Qualifications A heart to serve patients and families and a passion for providing the best possible care Education: Maintain state certification as a certified nursing assistant Experience: 1+ years of nursing assistant experience in a hospital or long-term care facility Required: Reliable transportation. Ability to sit, stand, bend, move intermittently and lift at least 80-100lbs and bear the weight of an average adult effectively. We’ve worked hard to build a caring culture of integrity, communication, diversity and positive experiences, and we’d love for you to join our team. *Pay is determined by years of experience and location.

CMA/LPN Gastroenterology - NO Weekends NO Holidays - sign on bonus potential

Augusta Health Fishersville, VA

Pay Transparency Disclosure: Compensation listed represents the base range for a Certified Medical Assistant(CMA) . Rates for individuals hired as Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) are currently between $22.03-33.70/hr. , based on directly related experience, skills, education, internal equity, and other job-related factors. The community clinic CMA/LPN will provide clinical support to the physician as needed and will provide direct nursing care to patients. Duties include performing as a member of the team and assisting in the administration and maintenance of an efficiently operated clinic. Accurately performs and documents assigned duties under the direction and supervision of the physician in accordance with the medical model of care as provided by the State Board of Nursing. Initiates implementation of processes and has access to all operational components of the office as required by daily operations. Access to operational components of a practice includes access to physician’s office, medical records, medical supplies and locked drug closets/ refrigerator. Requirements High School diploma or equivalent Must be a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) by the State of Virginia or Must be a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) by the State of Virginia CPR certified Ability to meet physical and mental requirements of the position in a fast pace physician practice Previous physician office experience preferred Skills Computer experience or skills Ability to perform designated job duties Ability to have flexible hours Phlebotomy skills Ability to have flexible hours Maintains confidentiality of patients Respects dignity of patients Communicates with others in a courteous, effective and cooperative manner Written communication is complete and accurate Equal Opportunity Augusta Health recruits, hires and promotes qualified candidates for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran or military discharge status, and family medical or genetic information.

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Medical Assistant – Ambulatory (Waynesboro Primary Care))

UVA Health Waynesboro, VA

$21.95 - $34.02 / hour

Offering a competitive sign on bonus to the hired candidate. Please discuss with the hiring manager or recruiter for more details. Job Summary LPN Responsible for providing direct patient care, ongoing education, and reinforcement of care plans, and providing general support in an ambulatory setting under the direction or supervision of the patient’s physician or LIP/RN designee in accordance with policy, procedure, and competency to promote patient health and wellness. This position requires providing services to all age populations in a manner that demonstrates an understanding of the functional/developmental age of the individuals served. Job Summary MA Medical Assistants provide clinical support, assist with administrative tasks, and provide general support in an ambulatory setting under the direction or supervision of the patient’s physician or LIP/RN designee in accordance with policy, procedure, and competency to promote patient health and wellness. Duties may include patient care, vital signs, assisting licensed health care professionals, performing various laboratory tests, quality control indicators, and clinical intake. This position requires providing service to all age populations in a manner that demonstrates an understanding of the functional/developmental age of the individual served. Licensed Practical Nurse - Ambulatory Assist the registered nurse and/or provider through data collection concerning the physical, psychological, social, and cultural dimensions of patients according to practice standards and institutional policy/procedure. Organizes and prioritizes nursing care activities considering the needs of the patients and the interdisciplinary team. Implements age-appropriate interventions based on individual patient’s needs as directed by the registered nurse/provider. Assist in evaluating the effectiveness of care given in progressing patients toward desired outcomes. Provide ongoing education and reinforcement of care plans developed by the Provider/RN based on identified health and education needs and the condition and age of the patient. Provides a safe environment and safe delivery of care. Assumes responsibility for professional development of self and contributes to and assists with the professional development of others. Demonstrates teamwork in the delivery of patient care. In addition to other job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned. Medical Assistant - Ambulatory Assists in assuring effective and efficient clinic operations while maintaining consistent and accurate communication with team members, referring providers, and patients. Assists with data collection for physical, psychological, social, and cultural dimensions of patients according to professional practice standards and institutional policy/procedure. Completes standardized rooming and performs clinical intake, data collection, and documentation. As directed and in accordance with documented competencies, provides clinical support to licensed healthcare professionals during examinations and procedures. Clinical support services include but are not limited to preparing laboratory specimens, performing testing (i.e. point of care testing, CLIA waived testing ECG/EKG, spirometry, venipuncture/phlebotomy, specimen collection, etc.), appropriate cleaning and sterilization of instruments/equipment and rooms, disposing of contaminated supplies, performing wound care, administering medications. Organizes and prioritizes daily work assignments to support patient needs, the interdisciplinary team, and operational efficiency. Implements age-appropriate interventions based on individual patient needs as directed by the Health Care Provider (HCP). Reinforces patient/family teaching plan based on identified health education needs and the condition and age of the patient through approved educational materials or written instructions. Provides for a safe environment and safe delivery of care. Maintains supplies and equipment. Document and capture charges for clinical support services rendered within the patient visit. Performs administrative support responsibilities. As directed and in accordance with documented competencies, provides administrative support to licensed healthcare professionals. Administrative support services include but are not limited to draft letters and/or assist with completion of forms, facilitate scheduling, pend medication refills, assist with coverage of in basket messaging, assist with clinic/chart prep. Demonstrates teamwork in the delivery of patient care. Recognizes the importance of time sensitive issues. Assumes responsibility for professional development of self and others according to departmental policy. In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned. Position Compensation Range: The pay range for this role is $21.95 - $34.02 hourly. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE: Education: Graduated from an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse Program Experience: None Required Licensure: Licensed to practice as a Practical Nurse (LPN) in the Commonwealth of Virginia prior to onboarding. American Heart Association (AHA) Healthcare Provider BLS certification required Physical Demands: Job requires standing for prolonged periods, frequently traveling, and bending/stooping. Proficient communicative, auditory, and visual skills; attention to detail and ability to write legibly; ability to lift/push/pull 20-50lbs. May be exposed to chemicals, blood/body fluids, and infectious diseases MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR MEDICAL ASSISTANTS: Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required. Experience: None required Licensure: American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required. Currently enrolled or have completion of a Medical Assistant Program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education (CAAHEP) or Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) and/or hold a current Medical Assistant Certification through a recognized national professional association such as the AAMA (American Association of Medical Assistants), the AMT (American Medical Technologists), NAHP (The National Association of Healthcare Professions), the ARMA (American Registry of Medical Assistants), or the NHA (National Healthcare Association). Medical Assistant Certification must be obtained within 6 months from the date of hire The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. 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