VCU Health

Academic medical center delivering patient care

Registered Nurse - Cardiac Surgery ICU

Nursing & Frontline Patient CareConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeRichmond, VA, USA

About the Job

Requirements

Clinical Nurse I requires no prior experience; Clinical Nurse II requires 12 to 24 months of registered-nurse experience; Clinical Nurse III requires 3 years of clinical experience.
Current registered-nurse licensure in Virginia or an eligible or compact state is required for hire for Clinical Nurse I, II, and III.
For continued employment, current registered-nurse licensure in Virginia and American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers certification or equivalent are required for Clinical Nurse I, II, and III.
A diploma or associate degree from a professional nursing program recognized or approved by the corresponding state's Board of Nursing is required for Clinical Nurse I, II, and III.
Registered nurses without a bachelor's degree in nursing or higher must enroll in an approved RN-to-BSN program within two years of their start date and complete it within five years, unless grandfathered under previous requirements.
The role requires working all three shifts, weekends, and holidays; schedules and shift rotations may be adjusted to meet unit requirements.
Physical requirements include lifting 20–50 pounds; exposure to potentially hazardous and infectious substances; prolonged standing and sitting; frequent bending; walking distances; climbing; and overhead, extensive, or repetitive reaching.
Mental and sensory requirements include recall, reasoning, problem solving, hearing, clear speaking, legible writing, reading, and logical thinking.
The role requires working in fast- and steady-paced environments, handling multiple priorities and frequent intense customer interactions, and tolerating noisy environments.

Responsibilities

Follow documented physician or licensed independent provider orders and practice within the regulations governing nursing in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Follow the American Nurses Association Code of Ethics, established national nursing practice standards, VCU Health System policies and procedures, and established practice.
Clinical Nurse I integrates technical skills and theoretical knowledge to meet patient and family needs; assists the health care team with illness and injury prevention, wellness maintenance, and comfort; provides direction and education while beginning to acquire unit-level leadership skills; delivers and accurately documents direct, age-specific care based on medical orders and an integrated multidisciplinary plan; and safely administers prescribed medications while identifying incompatibilities or interactions.
Clinical Nurse II demonstrates mastery of clinical skills and begins applying this knowledge to a specific patient population; assists with illness and injury prevention, wellness maintenance, and comfort; recognizes changes in patient situations and intervenes appropriately; mobilizes resources to meet individualized patient and family needs; provides direction and education and assumes unit-level leadership responsibilities; delivers and accurately documents direct, age-specific care based on medical orders and an integrated multidisciplinary plan; and safely administers prescribed medications while identifying incompatibilities or interactions.
Clinical Nurse III demonstrates clinical knowledge at the unit level and begins applying it to a specific patient population; assists with illness and injury prevention, wellness maintenance, and comfort; anticipates changes in patient situations and intervenes appropriately; provides direction and education and serves as a clinical role model; delivers and accurately documents direct, age-specific care based on medical orders and an integrated multidisciplinary plan; and safely administers prescribed medications while identifying incompatibilities or interactions.
Organize work and delegate and supervise registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, care partners, unit secretaries, and others in carrying out assignments.
Provide care to age-specific groups as appropriate based on unit assignment.

Desired Qualifications

For Clinical Nurse I, experience as a licensed practical nurse, nursing assistant, or care partner in an acute care setting or as applicable to the area of practice is preferred.
For Clinical Nurse II and III, academic health care experience and experience with a similar patient population in an acute care setting or as applicable to the area of practice are preferred.
Completion of a bachelor's degree in nursing or higher from an accredited program is preferred for Clinical Nurse I, II, and III.
Certification in a specialty area is preferred for Clinical Nurse III.

**$25,000 Sign On Bonus for offers accepted by November 30, 2026. Terms and Conditions apply**

The Clinical Nurse I job Integrates technical skills and theoretical knowledge to meet the needs of the patient and family. This job assists the health care team with the prevention of illness and injury, maintenance of wellness, and provision of comfort. This job provides direction, education, and begins to acquire leadership skills at the unit level. This job delivers and accurately documents direct, age-specific care to a patient or group of patients based on medical orders and an integrated, multidisciplinary plan of care. This job also safely administers prescribed medications, identifying incompatibilities and/or interactions.

The Clinical Nurse II job demonstrates a mastery of clinical skills and begins to apply this knowledge to a specific patient population. This job assists the health care team with the prevention of illness and injury, maintenance of wellness, and provision of comfort. This job recognizes changes in patient situations and intervenes appropriately. This job mobilizes resources to meet the individualized needs of patient/families. This job provides direction, education, and assumes leadership responsibilities at the unit level. This job delivers and accurately documents direct, age-specific care to a patient or group of patients based on medical orders and an integrated, multidisciplinary plan of care. This job safely administers prescribed medications, identifying incompatibilities and/or interactions.

The Clinical Nurse III job demonstrates clinical knowledge at the unit level and begins to apply this knowledge to a specific patient population. This job assists the health care team with the prevention of illness and injury, maintenance of wellness, and provision of comfort. This job anticipates changes in patient situations and intervenes appropriately. This job provides direction, education, and serves as a role model in a clinical setting. This job delivers and accurately documents direct, age-specific care to a patient or group of patients based on medical orders and an integrated, multidisciplinary plan of care. This job safely administers prescribed medications, identifying incompatibilities and/or interactions.

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire:
Clin I, Clin II, Clin III: Current RN licensure in Virginia or eligible or compact state

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment:
Clin I, Clin II, Clin III: Current RN licensure in Virginia, AHA BLS HCP Certification or equivalent

Experience REQUIRED:
Clin I: N/A
Clin II: 12 to 24 months RN experience
Clin III: 3 years of clinical experience

Experience PREFERRED:
Clin I: Experience as an LPN, nursing assistant or care partner in either an acute care setting or as applicable to area of practice
Clin II, Clin III: Academic Health Care Experience; Experience with similar patient population in either an acute care setting or as applicable to area of practice

Education/training REQUIRED:
Clin I, Clin II, Clin III: Diploma or Associates Degree from a professional nursing program recognized and/or approved by the corresponding state’s Board of Nursing.
All registered nurses without a Bachelor's degree in Nursing (or higher) will be required to enroll in an approved RN to BSN program within two years of their start date and to complete the program within five years of their start date unless grandfathered under previous requirements.

Education/training PREFERRED:
Clin I, Clin II, Clin III: Completion of a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (or higher) from an accredited program Clin III: Certification in specialty area

Independent action(s) required:
Follows documented physician/licensed independent provider orders.
Practices within the boundaries of the regulations governing the practice of nursing in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Practice is guided by the ANA Code of Ethics for Nursing and established national nursing practice standards.
All practice is guided by and follows the VCUHS policies and procedures and established practice.

Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable):
Clin I, Clin II, Clin III: Organizes work and delegates and supervises others (RN's, LPN's, Care Partners, Unit Secretaries, etc.) in carrying out assignments.

Additional position requirements:
Clin I, Clin II, Clin III: Clinicians work all three shifts, weekends and holidays.
Individual shift rotation and schedules will be established with your specific Nurse Manager/Practice Manager.
Schedules, including requirements of shift rotations and hours of work may be adjusted as necessary to meet unit requirements and/or as needed.

Age Specific groups served:
As appropriate based on unit assignment.

Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate):
Physical: Lifting 20-50 lbs.
Other: Exposure to potentially hazardous and infectious substances
Activities: Prolonged standing, Prolonged sitting, 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

Compensation Ranges:

Clinical Nurse I: $34.00 - $49.50
Clinical Nurse II: $34.65 - $51.97
Clinical Nurse III: $36.38 - $54.58

Actual Salary offers will be based on several key factors to include relevant work experience, credentials, and qualifications.

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About the Company

VCU Health

Academic medical center delivering patient care

VCU Health is an academic medical center with over 12,500 employees affiliated with Virginia Commonwealth University. It provides patient care, education, research, and medical training, combining clinical services with teaching and discovery. Care is delivered through a hospital and affiliated facilities by clinicians, researchers, and trainees. The goal is to improve patient outcomes and community health by delivering high-quality care while advancing medical knowledge and training the next generation of health professionals.

Company size: 5,001-10,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Richmond, VA
Founded: 1838

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