About the Role
<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><h3><b>Discover the Acute Care Specialty Area Where You Will Thrive</b></h3><p>This Registered Nurse opportunity at UVA Health is intentionally designed for nurses who want <b>choice, exposure, and a guided pathway into the Acute Care specialty that best fits their clinical interests and career goals</b>.</p><p></p><p>By applying to this posting, you open the door to exploring <b>five adult Acute Care specialties and fourteen procedural Acute Care areas</b> across UVA Health. Our goal is simple: help you identify the Acute Care specialty where you will thrive and hire you directly into that team.</p><p></p><p><b>Areas to explore include: </b></p><p>• General Medicine</p><p>• Oncology/Stem Cell</p><p>• Acute Cardiology</p><p>• Cardiovascular Surgery</p><p>• Transplant</p><p>• Surgical Subspecialities</p><p>• Surgical/Trauma</p><p>• Psychiatric/Behavioral Health</p><p>• Orthopedics</p><p>• Neurology/Epilepsy</p><p>• Neurosurgery</p><p></p><h2><u><b>The Role</b></u></h2><p><b>Working in the area in which you were hired, you will: </b></p><ul><li>Provide high quality, evidence-based nursing care to patients with complex and often rapidly changing conditions</li><li>Collaborate closely with physicians, advanced practice providers, pharmacists, therapists, and fellow RNs in a highly interdisciplinary environment</li><li>Practice at the top of your license in Adult and Procedural Acute Care settings that balance high acuity with strong team support</li><li>Contribute to shared governance, quality improvement initiatives, and evidence-based practice within your unit</li></ul><p></p><p><b>What an average day looks like</b></p><p>Your day may include caring for <b>medically complex adult patients</b>, supporting patients before and after procedures, coordinating care across disciplines, mentoring peers, and contributing to a fast paced clinical environment where teamwork and clinical judgment matter. The work is challenging, meaningful, and grounded in a culture that values professional nursing practice.</p><p></p><h2><b>Why UVA Health</b></h2><p>UVA Health is a nationally recognized academic health system anchored by a <b>Magnet recognized University Medical Center</b>. Nursing at UVA Health is built on professional autonomy, clinical excellence, and lifelong learning.</p><p>Why experienced Acute Care nurses choose UVA Health:</p><ul><li>Magnet recognized nursing culture with a strong Nursing Professional Governance Organization that gives nurses a real voice in practice and decision making</li><li>A Level I Trauma Center, Level IV NICU, and Virginia’s first NCI designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, offering unmatched clinical breadth and learning opportunities</li><li><b>Nationally recognized Acute and Critical Care services </b>with a strong focus on education, mentorship, and evidence-based practice</li><li>Direct alignment with the UVA School of Medicine and School of Nursing, supporting career advancement, research, and professional development</li><li>A deliberate hiring approach that prioritizes fit, engagement, and long-term success rather than placing nurses wherever there is immediate need</li><li><p><b>Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.</b></p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Why People Love Living in Charlottesville</b></p><p>Charlottesville offers a rare balance for healthcare professionals seeking both career fulfillment and quality of life. Located at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the area is known for outdoor recreation, a vibrant food and arts scene, excellent schools, and a strong sense of community. Many nurses appreciate the ability to leave a meaningful shift and quickly transition to hiking, local restaurants, wineries, or time with family. Compared to many academic medical center cities, <span>Charlottesville offers a more accessible cost of living and a welcoming environment to put down roots.</span></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p>MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS<br /><br />Education: Graduate of an accredited nursing program required. Bachelor of Science in Nursing required within 5 years of hire.<br />Experience: 1 year of relevant experience.<br />Licensure: Licensed to Practice as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia. American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required.<br /><br />PHYSICAL DEMANDS<br /><br />Job requires standing for prolonged periods, frequently traveling, bending/stooping. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 20 - 50lbs. May be exposed to chemicals, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.</p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p>The starting base rate for this role is $39.90 hourly. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b>Benefits</b></p><ul><li><p style="text-align:left"><span>Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance</span></p></li><li><p style="text-align:left"><span>Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings</span></p></li><li><p style="text-align:left"><span>Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts</span></p></li><li><p style="text-align:left"><span>Certification and education support</span></p></li><li><p style="text-align:left"><span>Generous Paid Time Off</span></p></li></ul><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><a href="https://jobs.virginia.edu/why-uva-health" target="_blank">UVA Health</a><span> is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 </span><a href="https://health.usnews.com/best-hospitals/area/va/university-of-virginia-medical-center-6344000" target="_blank">U.S. News & World Report “Best Hospitals” guide</a><span> rates UVA Health University Medical Center as “High Performing” in 5 adult specialties and 14 </span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span class="WLM0">conditions/procedures.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><span> We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. </span><a href="https://jobs.virginia.edu/uva-childrens" target="_blank">UVA Health Children’s</a><span> is named by </span><a href="https://health.usnews.com/best-hospitals/area/va/university-of-virginia-childrens-hospital-PA6344000" target="_blank">2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report</a><span> as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.</span></p><p><i> </i></p><p><i>The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about </i><a target="_blank" href="https://eocr.virginia.edu/notice-non-discrimination-and-equal-opportunity"><span style="color:#0000ff"><i><u>UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment</u></i></span></a><i>.</i></p>