About this role
The Nurse Practitioner continues to perform many of the same interventions used in basic nursing practice. The difference in this practice relates to a greater depth and breadth of knowledge, a greater degree of synthesis of data, and complexity of skills and intervention. The Nurse Practitioner 's Scope and Standards of Advanced Practice Registered Nursing (1996).
Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire:
Current RN licensure in Virginia or eligible
License to practice as NP in the specialty area in the Commonwealth of Virginia
Prescriptive Authority when required
Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment:
Current RN Licensure in Virginia Credentialing in accordance with medical staff by-laws for specific job title
License to practice as NP in the specialty area in the Commonwealth of Virginia
Prescriptive authority when required
Experience REQUIRED:
Minimum of two (2) years experience as a RN
Experience PREFERRED:
Academic health care experience
Two (2) years within the specialty practice area
Advanced Practice Nursing Role or Clinical Leadership Role experience
Education/training REQUIRED:
Master's Degree in Nursing from an accredited program specific to area of practice
**Applicants with current advanced practice licensure may be within one semester of graduation from obtaining a MSN degree or higher, which must be completed within six months of hire to continue employment.
Education/training PREFERRED: N/A
Independent action(s) required:
Clinical decision-making in collaboration with physicians and daily prioritization of activities.
The allocation of time spent in patient care and elsewhere is largely self-determined.
Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/A
Additional position requirements: N/A
Age Specific groups served:
As appropriate based on unit assignment.
Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate):
Physical: Lifting 50-100 lbs.
Other: Exposure to potentially hazardous and infectious substances
Activities: Prolonged standing, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive)
Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking
Emotional: Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent, change
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Other facts
About VCU Health
We are a strong, passionate team of more than 12,500 who take pride in caring for every person who comes through our doors. We lift each other up so we can provide the very best and safest care to those who need us most. Together. Every day.
With the support of our university, we make up an academic medical center committed to excellence in patient care, innovation and training tomorrow’s health care workforce. We continue to educate, research and evolve – staying on the cutting edge of care.
As a community of innovators, every team member can contribute a spark of ingenuity igniting a force to discover the next cure, hold the next hand, solve the greatest challenges and create the health care of tomorrow.
We foster an atmosphere of respect and welcoming for all communities. We infuse our teams with diverse talent that inspires everyone to contribute openly and freely, maximizing their impact and creating meaningful change for our patients and community.
Join our team and help us create a new kind of patient experience. Join VCU Health.
EEO Statement:
VCU Health System strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against, or harassment of, team members, applicants, or any other covered persons because of age, race, ethnicity, religion, culture, language, physical or mental disability, socioeconomic status, sex (sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and pregnancy), protected veteran status, marital status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristics under applicable federal, state, or local law.
Pay Transparency Provisions:
VCU Health System complies with the Pay Transparency Provisions.
What you'll do
- The Nurse Practitioner provides assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for health problems, focusing on illness prevention and wellness maintenance. They collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure comprehensive patient care.
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