Nursing Jobs in Amherst, VA

NP Oncology Full-time
Centra Health

Inpatient Hematology Oncology Nurse Practitioner

apartment Centra Health location_onLynchburg, VA
Job Description Centra Hematology Oncology is seeking an APP hospitalist to join the group at Lynchburg General Hospital. This new and exciting position offers the opportunity to work with a talented team of oncologists and nurse practitioners. The position is Monday - Friday 8am – 5:00pm. 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. CMG is also home to the Lynchburg Family Medicine Residency, a training program for future family physicians, many of whom hold academic appointments with institutions like UVA, VCU, VCOM, and Liberty University. Grow with a Health System that Invests in You At Centra Medical Group, we’re building a culture where Advanced Practice Providers thrive. Through our partnership with ThriveAP—the nation’s leading transition-to-practice program—new graduate NPs and PAs receive a year of structured clinical education, mentorship, and peer learning to accelerate confidence and readiness. Join Centra Medical Group and grow with an organization that invests in your professional and long-term success. ThriveAP provides Family Medicine NPs and PAs with a structured transition-to-practice experience focused on clinical readiness, continuity of care, and long-term patient relationship building across diverse populations. What We Offer Competitive, transparent compensation represents a mix of base, hourly excess, and incentive pay. Student loan reimbursement Relocation CME allowance Centra is a not-for-profit health system; many of our providers are participating in the federal PSLF program. Short term disability automatically enrolled. 403(b) and 457(b) tax deferred savings plan; Immediate vested employer contribution match Comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, and more. Lynchburg, Virginia with a population of 85,000, is a great safe place to raise a family. Tons of outdoor activities to enjoy including hiking, biking, mountain bike trails, camping, boating, fishing & canoeing. Hike the beautiful Sharp Top Mountain or Appalachian Trail or Bike on the Blackwater Creek Trail or Percival’s Island in the heart of the city. The Lynchburg Academy Center of the Arts offers some of America’s finest performing artists. Enjoy an evening minor league baseball game with our Lynchburg Hillcats. Children will enjoy outdoor summer movies at the park, county fairs, apple orchards, pumpkin patches and picking blueberries & strawberries. They will love Amazement Square, an interactive hands-on children’s museum in downtown Lynchburg. Beautiful Smith Mountain Lake is also nearby. Throughout our region, you'll find an extraordinary quality of life in friendly communities with remarkably diverse and affordable housing options. Whether you prefer urban lofts, historic mansions, suburban estates, waterfront condos, or traditional, tree-lined residential neighborhoods, it's all waiting for you here. Taxes and utility rates are very moderate, contributing to a low overall cost of living. Responsibilities You Can Expect: Admits and discharge patients Consults and rounding Some management of chronic health conditions. Performing new hematology consults in coordination with the collaborative physician. Assistance in developing the new oncology care model to improve patient care and outcomes. Qualifications Required Education: Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program, and Masters of Science Degree in Nursing (MSN) Required Certifications and Licensures: Current licensure by the Virginia State Board of Nursing as a Nurse Practitioner with prescriptive authority. Maintains BLS and ACLS Certifications.
CNA Full-time
Carilion Clinic

Certified Nursing Assistant

apartment Carilion Clinic location_onLexington, VA
Employment Status: Full time Shift: Day/Evening (United States of America) Facility: 1 Health Cir - Lexington Requisition Number: R158440 Certified Nursing Assistant (Open) How You’ll Help Transform Healthcare: Sign on Bonus Eligible: $3,000 per applicable guidelines (external hires only) Hours: day shift, three 12 hour shifts Here is an opportunity to thrive and bring your valuable skills to life within a setting known for providing the best quality care to patients. As a clinical associate, you will provide basic clinical services to patients and clerical support to the unit health-care team. Welcomes and assists patients and visitors with registration. May assist with patient admissions, transfers, and discharges. Coordinates patient flow into/out of area using department/unit specific software and Intranet. Schedules patient therapeutic and diagnostic procedures. May review medical records for outstanding orders and notifies nurse of stat orders and medication changes. Cleans unit-based equipment and gathers supplies needed to operate equipment between patients as needed. Transports patients, supplies specimens and equipment within the facility. May assist with chart audits. May perform unit-based patient care tasks for patients. May participate in the sitter process Interacts with patients, visitors, physicians, and other health professionals. Answers incoming calls via telephone and patient call system. Routes calls as needed and takes messages. Provides scheduling coverage support for department/unit staff scheduling, including back up coverage. Operates and maintains general office equipment. Orders department/unit supplies and equipment and stocks/organizes supplies. Serves as a resource for department/unit software system. Monitors cleanliness of waiting and break rooms and performs safety/environmental rounds. Assists with maintaining regulatory compliance in unit. Please note - employee must attend mandatory orientation classes during daytime hours, Monday through Friday, from 8 am to 5 pm for the first 2 weeks of employment. All classes require to be in person except for 2 online classes. What We Require: Education: High school graduate or GED. Experience: none Licensure, certification, and/or registration: none unless the following: Critical Access Area - Certified Nursing Assistant is required. Life Support: AHA BLS-HCP required. Other Minimum Qualifications: Effective interpersonal, communication, and team-working skills. Must be organized and self -motivated. Must have knowledge of office procedure and equipment. Recruiter: TAMIKA RICKMAN Recruiter Email: tdrickman@carilionclinic.org For more information, contact the HR Service Center at 1-800-599-2537. Carilion Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer: We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, or veterans status. Carilion is a Drug-Free Workplace. For more information or for individuals with disabilities needing special assistance with our online application process contact Carilion HR Service Center at 800-599-2537, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. For more information on E-Verify: https://www.carilionclinic.org/eoe-e-verify-and-right-work-policies Benefits, Pay and Well-being at Carilion Clinic Carilion understands the importance of prioritizing your well-being to help you develop and thrive. T hat’s why we offer a well-rounded benefits package, and many perks and well-being resources to help you live a happy, healthy life – at work and when you’re away. When you make your tomorrow with us, we’ll enhance your potential to realize the best in yourself. Below are benefits available to you when you join Carilion: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits Employer Funded Pension Plan, vested after five years (Voluntary 403B) Paid Time Off (accrued from day one) Onsite fitness studios and discounts to our Carilion Wellness centers Access to our health and wellness app, Virgin Pulse Discounts on childcare Continued education and training
RN ER Full-time
Carilion Clinic

RN - Emergency Department - CRBH - Nights

apartment Carilion Clinic location_onLexington, VA
Employment Status: Full time Shift: Evening/Night (United States of America) Facility: 1 Health Cir - Lexington Requisition Number: R156656 RN - Emergency Department - CRBH - Nights (Open) How You’ll Help Transform Healthcare: What makes our Emergency Department a critical resource to the community we serve? We offer: • Safe working environments • Supportive leadership, interprofessional teams and an innovative learning environment • Loan Assistance Stipend • Educational and professional development opportunities • Career Advancement Program (CAP) • Opportunities for professional advancement, shift differential, comprehensive benefits, and flexible schedules About Carilion Rockbridge Community Hospital (CRCH) ED, located in Lexington, VA: • 16 bed Emergency Department & Critical Access Facility • 12,000 annual ED visits This position is full time working nights with every other weekend and holiday rotation. As a registered nurse, you are expected to consistently deliver the best in care and customer service and demonstrate respect, dignity, kindness and empathy in each encounter with our patients, their families, visitors, and with each other. As part of the health care team, RNs assume primary accountability for nursing coordination and provision of individualized care for patients of all ages. The registered nurse also utilizes delegation and critical thinking skills to provide quality service through a team oriented, collaborative approach to patient care. Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates patient care in order to achieve optimum patient outcomes for patients of all ages as appropriate to service area. Age specific admission and ongoing assessments are completed, documented and used to develop a plan of care. Collaborates with members of the health care team/patient/family to develop, implement, and evaluate an age-specific interdisciplinary plan of care. Revises plan according to changes in patient status. Treatments and medications for patients of all ages are accurately administered and documented utilizing automated computer systems, including electronic medical records. Patient/family (caregiver) educational needs are identified in a timely manner, incorporated into the plan of care, implemented and documented appropriately. Contributes to Carilion Clinic’s performance improvement activities. Consistently demonstrates the role of patient advocate, protector of patient’s rights, and provider of psychological/social/cultural support. Applies knowledge of growth and development to appropriately care for patients served. Determines and performs within clinical, leadership, and/or education pathways to support (direct/indirect) evidenced based, quality patient care service and performance improvement. Exhibits clinical expertise in rapidly changing circumstances. Plans strategies to reduce length of stay, turnaround time, resource consumption and improve patient outcomes. Functions as role model for clinical practice to coworker, students, and physicians. Manages resources, establishes priorities, and modifies environment to meet patient care needs. Completes manager/director predetermined projects within specified time frame and according to pre-established guidelines. Uses problem-solving methods to facilitate resolution to patient and personnel situations that present in the work area. Takes an active role in the orientation of new employees. Provides feedback to staff using appropriate communication and documentation. Provides input into practice, environment, and work issues by participating on unit, hospital, and/or system activities which facilitates staff participation/input in decision making. Assists with providing education activities for unit/department. What We Require: Education: Graduate of school of professional nursing of an accredited college or graduate of an approved program eligible to sit for the VA licensure exam. Licensure/Certification: Currently licensed as Registered Nurse in Virginia or eligible to obtain Virginia RN licensure. Life Support: AHA BLS-HCP required. May be required to obtain/maintain BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP based on specific work unit. Other: Computer skills required for electronic medical record (EPIC). Recruiter: WHITNEY SHELL Recruiter Email: wdshell@carilionclinic.org For more information, contact the HR Service Center at 1-800-599-2537. Carilion Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer: We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, or veterans status. Carilion is a Drug-Free Workplace. For more information or for individuals with disabilities needing special assistance with our online application process contact Carilion HR Service Center at 800-599-2537, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. For more information on E-Verify: https://www.carilionclinic.org/eoe-e-verify-and-right-work-policies Benefits, Pay and Well-being at Carilion Clinic Carilion understands the importance of prioritizing your well-being to help you develop and thrive. T hat’s why we offer a well-rounded benefits package, and many perks and well-being resources to help you live a happy, healthy life – at work and when you’re away. When you make your tomorrow with us, we’ll enhance your potential to realize the best in yourself. Below are benefits available to you when you join Carilion: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits Employer Funded Pension Plan, vested after five years (Voluntary 403B) Paid Time Off (accrued from day one) Onsite fitness studios and discounts to our Carilion Wellness centers Access to our health and wellness app, Virgin Pulse Discounts on childcare Continued education and training
RN Full-time
Centra Health

RN Clinical Navigator-EmPATH-LGH-FT/Days

apartment Centra Health location_onLynchburg, VA
Job Description The RN Clinical Navigator will be responsible for providing clinical care and guidance to high-risk patients in order to promote better health outcomes. The position will work to eliminate barriers to care by guiding, educating and navigating patients to receive necessary health care monitoring and resources, both within Centra and externally. The position will be charged with building professional relationships with the patient and their families, local and regional healthcare providers and vendors to ensure smooth transitions and timely access to care for patients. The practice of the professional nurse reflects the American Nurses Association's Code of Ethics for Nurses and the Nurse Practice Act of Virginia. Responsibilities Provides guidance and education appropriate to the patient demographic and clinical needs; Collaborates and shares information with identified community outreach programs and other identified resources. Connects the patients to programs that are specific for the continuation of their care and empowers patients to take charge of their health; Manages programs and resources within the clinic or healthcare setting, and applies disease management science in all aspects of care delivery; Ensures timeliness in scheduling appropriate physician, specialty provider, diagnostic and/or support services; Manages a repository of patient information that provides an overview of the patient demographic and health information to be used by multidisciplinary response teams and other community resources. Makes appropriate referrals to community resources and serves as a liaison to the health care team; Assists patients and families to gaining access to culturally appropriate, supportive care; Promotes informed decision making among patients and family members; Assists medical/care team in identifying patients' problems/needs and lead efforts to set priorities, identify problems requiring follow-up or further medical referrals; Utilizes the nursing process, as a frame of reference for the delegation and coordination on patient education needs within the scope of nursing practice; Engages in community collaboration, education and outreach; May perform other duties as assigned or requested and job specification can be modified or updated at any time. Qualifications Required Education: Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program Preferred Education: Bachelors of Science Degree in Nursing (BSN) Required Experience: At least three (3) years of nursing experience. Maintain annual competencies and licensure requirements. 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. PACE RN Clinical Navigator requires LTSS (Long term services and supports screening) certification to be obtained within the first 30 days of hire and to be maintained throughout employment. Preferred Certifications and Licensures: Specialty practice or certification in appropriate field
NP Home Health Full-time
Centra Health

Home Health Nurse Practitioner - PACE

apartment Centra Health location_onLynchburg, VA
Job Description Introduction to the Role and Practice Centra’s PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) is a nationally recognized model of care serving adults aged 55 and older in our community. The mission of PACE is to deliver person-centered care in the setting that’s most appropriate for each participant—most often in the comfort and safety of their own home. Our home-based care approach allows participants to maintain independence while receiving comprehensive medical, social, and supportive services. PACE is a capitated model of care, which means there are no productivity metrics, only a focus on delivering the care each participant truly needs. In this home health–focused model, providers conduct in-home visits, assess living environments, address safety concerns, and coordinate care transitions to reduce hospitalizations and support aging in place. Everything is coordinated with a dedicated interdisciplinary team of providers, nurses, dietitians, physical and occupational therapists, social workers, home health aides, activities coordinators, and transport staff to ensure seamless, wraparound care. Centra’s PACE program is seeking a dedicated Advanced Practice Provider to join our team and help shape the future of our home-based care model. This is a unique opportunity to deliver comprehensive, relationship-centered care directly in participants’ homes and community settings. You will play a vital role in chronic disease management, medication reconciliation, preventive care, palliative support, and care plan oversight—meeting patients where they are physically and clinically. If you value collaboration and are passionate about team-based care that prioritizes people over numbers while supporting aging in place, consider making PACE your home. 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. CMG is also home to the Lynchburg Family Medicine Residency, a training program for future family physicians, many of whom hold academic appointments with institutions like UVA, VCU, VCOM, and Liberty University. Grow with a Health System that Invests in You At Centra Medical Group, we’re building a culture where Advanced Practice Providers thrive. Through our partnership with ThriveAP—the nation’s leading transition-to-practice program—new graduate NPs and PAs receive a year of structured clinical education, mentorship, and peer learning to accelerate confidence and readiness. Join Centra Medical Group and grow with an organization that invests in your professional and long-term success. ThriveAP provides Family Medicine NPs and PAs with a structured transition-to-practice experience focused on clinical readiness, continuity of care, and long-term patient relationship building across diverse populations—including medically complex patients receiving care in their homes. What We Offer Competitive, transparent compensation represents a mix of base, hourly excess, and incentive pay. Student loan reimbursement Relocation CME allowance Centra is a not-for-profit health system; many of our providers are participating in the federal PSLF program. Short term disability automatically enrolled. 403(b) and 457(b) tax deferred savings plan; Immediate vested employer contribution match Comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, and more. Lynchburg, Virginia with a population of 85,000 is a great safe place to raise a family. Tons of outdoor activities to enjoy including hiking, biking, mountain bike trails, camping, boating, fishing & canoeing Hike the beautiful Sharp Top Mountain or Appalachian Trail or Bike on the Blackwater Creek Trail or Percival’s Island in the heart of the city. The Lynchburg Academy Center of the Arts offers some of America’s finest performing artists. Enjoy an evening minor league baseball game with our Lynchburg Hillcats. Children will enjoy outdoor summer movies at the park, county fairs, apple orchards, pumpkin patches and picking blueberries & strawberries. They will love Amazement Square, an interactive hands-on children’s museum in downtown Lynchburg. Beautiful Smith Mountain Lake is also nearby. Throughout our region, you'll find an extraordinary quality of life in friendly communities with remarkably diverse and affordable housing options. Whether you prefer urban lofts, historic mansions, suburban estates, waterfront condos, or traditional, tree-lined residential neighborhoods, it's all waiting for you here. Taxes and utility rates are very moderate, contributing to a low overall cost of living. Responsibilities You Can Expect: Monday – Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm – no weekends or holidays! Primary focus on in-home visits, care coordination, and transitional care management Dedicated interdisciplinary team including providers, support staff, physical therapists, occupational therapists, dieticians, social workers, and home health professionals 5 patients per day – allowing time for comprehensive home assessments and meaningful patient interaction Call is once every 7 weeks, 5pm – 8am, you are not expected to go out, calls are triaged before reaching you! This opportunity is perfect for someone looking to build meaningful relationships while delivering hands-on care in patients’ homes and supporting aging in place. Qualifications Required Education: Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program, and Masters of Science Degree in Nursing (MSN) Required Certifications and Licensures: Current licensure by the Virginia State Board of Nursing as a Nurse Practitioner with prescriptive authority. Maintains BLS and ACLS Certifications. Hold a current, active license as a registered nurse in Virginia or hold a current multistate licensure privilege as a registered nurse. Nationally recognized certification in field of specialization
RN Full-time
Centra Health

Clinical Registered Nurse II - Specialty B-LGH LGH Forensics-FT/Variable Hours

apartment Centra Health location_onLynchburg, 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 (NRP) for new nurses with less than six (6) months of 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
RN Full-time
Centra Health

Clinical Registered Nurse II-Specialty A-Endoscopy-PT/Days

apartment Centra Health location_onLynchburg, 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 Oncology Full-time
Centra Health

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

apartment Centra Health location_onLynchburg, 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 Full-time
Centra Health

Clinical Registered Nurse II - Specialty B-LGH LGH Forensics-Variable Hours

apartment Centra Health location_onLynchburg, 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 (NRP) for new nurses with less than six (6) months of 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
RN New Grad Full-time
Centra Health

MAY/AUGUST 2026 RN NEW GRAD ONLY-D37 (General Medical)-FT/7A-7P

apartment Centra Health location_onLynchburg, 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. 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.
RN New Grad Full-time
Centra Health

MAY/AUGUST 2026 RN NEW GRAD ONLY-D37 (General Medical)-FT/7P-7A

apartment Centra Health location_onLynchburg, 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.
RN ICU Full-time
Centra Health

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

apartment Centra Health location_onLynchburg, 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 ICU Full-time
Centra Health

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

apartment Centra Health location_onLynchburg, 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 ICU Full-time
Centra Health

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

apartment Centra Health location_onLynchburg, 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 ICU Full-time
Centra Health

Clinical Registered Nurse II - Specialty A-LGH C24 Surgical Trauma ICU-WEO A/7p-7a

apartment Centra Health location_onLynchburg, 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 ICU Full-time
Centra Health

Clinical Registered Nurse II - Specialty A-LGH C24 Surgical Trauma ICU-PT/7p-7a

apartment Centra Health location_onLynchburg, 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.
LPN Full-time
Centra Health

LPN II LGH B51 Neuro Intermediate Unit-FT/7p-7a

apartment Centra Health location_onLynchburg, 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 New Grad Full-time
Centra Health

MAY/AUGUST 2026 RN NEW GRAD ONLY-LGH ED-FT/3P-3A

apartment Centra Health location_onLynchburg, 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. P&BH: Reports to MANAGER UNIT SCH VBH Qualifications Required Education: Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program Required Experience: One (1) year of external nursing experience or completion of Nurse Residency Program (NRP) for new nurses with less than six (6) months of 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 B-LGH/VBH Resource Team-FT/7p-7a

apartment Centra Health location_onLynchburg, 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 (NRP) for new nurses with less than six (6) months of 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
RN Full-time
Centra Health

Clinical Registered Nurse II-LGH 32 CIMU-FT/7a-7p

apartment Centra Health location_onLynchburg, 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.
NP Full-time
Centra Health

Neuroendovascular Nurse Practitioner

apartment Centra Health location_onLynchburg, VA
Job Description About the Practice CMG Brain and Spine are expanding! As we begin to rebuild our Neuroendovascular program (previously Neurointerventional) we are seeking a skilled and motivated Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant). This APP will play a key role in the care of patients with complex cerebrovascular and neurovascular conditions across the continuum of care. This position offers the opportunity to work in a high-acuity, procedure-driven specialty alongside fellowship-trained Neuroendovascular surgeons in a collaborative, team-based environment. 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. CMG is also home to the Lynchburg Family Medicine Residency, a training program for future family physicians, many of whom hold academic appointments with institutions like UVA, VCU, VCOM, and Liberty University. Grow with a Health System that Invests in You At Centra Medical Group, we’re building a culture where Advanced Practice Providers thrive. Through our partnership with ThriveAP—the nation’s leading transition-to-practice program—new graduate NPs and PAs receive a year of structured clinical education, mentorship, and peer learning to accelerate confidence and readiness. Join Centra Medical Group and grow with an organization that invests in your professional and long-term success. ThriveAP provides Family Medicine NPs and PAs with a structured transition-to-practice experience focused on clinical readiness, continuity of care, and long-term patient relationship building across diverse populations. What We Offer Competitive, transparent compensation represents a mix of base, hourly excess, and incentive pay. Student loan reimbursement Relocation CME allowance Centra is a not-for-profit health system; many of our providers are participating in the federal PSLF program. Short term disability automatically enrolled. 403(b) and 457(b) tax deferred savings plan; Immediate vested employer contribution match Comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, and more. Our Community Located in the heart of Virginia, Lynchburg is a thriving city known for its history, outdoor beauty, and quality of life. It is big enough to offer amenities such as convenient air and Amtrack service, yet small enough to be free of traffic congestion and urban crime rates. Lynchburg is conveniently located along the Blue Ridge Mountains in Central Virginia, just three hours from Washington, D.C. and coastal beaches, and only minutes from lakefront communities, mountaintop trails, and ski slopes. There are two lakes within 40 miles of the area (Smith Mountain and Leesville) where lake lovers can enjoy boating, prime time fishing, and scenic views. The multitude of trails surrounding the Peaks of Otter located off the Blue Ridge Parkway are perfect for those who enjoy camping and hiking. The Lynchburg area provides a broad range of housing options, acclaimed schools, a vibrant arts community, and temperate weather. Our community is surrounded by four universities and colleges providing diversity in the community and opportunity for undergraduate and graduate education. Responsibilities Key Responsibilities Evaluate, diagnose, and manage patients with cerebrovascular and neurovascular conditions (e.g., ischemic stroke, intracranial aneurysms, AVMs, carotid disease) Provide inpatient care including: Pre- and post-procedural assessments Daily rounding in ICU and step-down units Coordination of care with neurology, neurosurgery, critical care, and nursing teams See follow-up patients in clinic setting Assist with neurointerventional procedures as appropriate Participate in stroke alerts and neurovascular call coverage Order and interpret diagnostic tests and imaging Perform procedures within scope of practice Educate patients and families regarding diagnosis, treatment plans, and follow-up care Document care in the electronic medical record in a timely and accurate manner About The Role Monday – Friday 8am – 5pm No call Mix of inpatient and outpatient Opportunity to assist in cases once onboarded Assisting during stroke code tailored onboarding and learning opportunities, previous experience in Neuro ICU or ER preferred About The Unit Primary Stroke – Thrombectomy capable Level II Trauma Center 18 bed neuro-ICU Neuro step down unit 2 full-time Neuroendovascular Physicians Qualifications Required Education: Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program, and Masters of Science Degree in Nursing (MSN) Required Certifications and Licensures: Current licensure by the Virginia State Board of Nursing as a Nurse Practitioner with prescriptive authority. Maintains BLS and ACLS Certifications. Hold a current, active license as a registered nurse in Virginia or hold a current multistate licensure privilege as a registered nurse. Nationally recognized certification in field of specialization
RN Home Health Full-time
Centra Health

Case Manager RN-Lynchburg Home Health-FT-Days

apartment Centra Health location_onLynchburg, 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.
LPN ER Full-time
Centra Health

LPN II-LGH Emergency Room-FT/7a-7p

apartment Centra Health location_onLynchburg, 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 ER Full-time
Centra Health

Clinical Registered Nurse II - Specialty A-LGH Emergency Room-FT/7a-7p

apartment Centra Health location_onLynchburg, 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 Psych Full-time
Centra Health

Clinical Registered Nurse II-Behavioral Health-PRN

apartment Centra Health location_onLynchburg, VA
Job Description The Clinical Registered Nurse (RN) 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 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.