Registered Nurse (Emergency Department) in Richmond

Join the Central Virginia VA Health Care System Emergency Department Team!

The Emergency Department (ED) Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible and accountable for individual nursing practice and determines the appropriate delegation of tasks consistent with the nurse\’s obligation to provide optimal care. They delegate and supervise basic nursing care of licensed practical nurses and unlicensed assistive personnel.

Richmond, Virginia, is a city steeped in history, from its role in the Civil War to its architectural marvels and vibrant arts scene. It\’s a cultural hub with stunning natural beauty and a diverse food scene. Richmond is home to several prestigious educational institutions, contributing to its reputation as a center for learning and innovation.

Functions or scope of assigned duties include but are not limited to:

The Emergency Department Registered Nurse is responsible and accountable for all elements of the nursing process when providing care. They assess the patient by collecting pertinent data or information, including the triage of patients based on the five-level triage system to prioritize patients that require more immediate care. They use the assessment data to determine diagnoses, problems, or other concerns. They will identify expected outcomes to develop a collaborative and individualized plan for each patient. The Emergency Department Registered Nurse will implement that plan, including care coordination, health teaching, and health promotion. They evaluate the progress toward achieving the expected goal and outcomes and adjust the plan as necessary.

Administers medications and procedures per established policies and guidelines. Influences care outcomes by collaborating with members of the interdisciplinary team. This clinical position includes a physicality normally associated with direct patient care: the physical requirements of this position include lifting, prolonged standing, sitting, frequent bending, stooping, walking, reaching, repetitive motion, and climbing stairs. The mental/sensory requirements include logical thinking, processing and retaining information, reading, recall, reasoning, complex problem solving, hearing, clear distinct speech, writing, keyboarding, use of a telephone, and use of video connectivity. This position requires face-to-face patient care, use of available IT software and equipment for virtual visits, and timely and accurate navigation of and documentation in electronic medical records.

The environment\’s pace can vary from steady to fast-paced requiring handling multiple priorities in a single day, frequent, sometimes intense customer interactions, and the ability to adapt to frequent changes in a sometimes-noisy environment. There may be the need to use personal protective equipment to prevent exposure to disease, illness, and hazardous materials. This position involves working with persons with communication difficulties, cognitive loss including dementia, behavioral challenges, altered mentation and caregivers that are stressed. Collaboration with multiple stakeholders is essential. This position requires compliance with VHA-mandated vaccinations and meeting employee health requirements.

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