Registered Nurse; RN - Clinical Nurse Leader - Perioperative Services

Position: Registered Nurse (RN) - Clinical Nurse Leader - Perioperative Services
Nurses at UVA Health conduct evidence-based practice within a structure that allows point-of-care clinicians to drive questions and solutions, with support from the larger structure of science, quality improvement and evidence-based practice. As a member of the Unit-Based Leadership (UBL) team, the clinical nurse leader (CNL) is responsible for supporting nursing professional practice through professional development, evidence-based practice, and unit-based quality improvement for one or more microsystem.

The CNL trains, coaches and supports nurses and members of the interdisciplinary team to elevate professional practice in a manner consistent with organizational (UVA Health) standards, workflows, processes and strategic outcomes. Practice is aligned with AACN CNL competencies, with the following focus areas:

* Professional Development:
The CNL continually develops, implements, and evaluates clinical processes and programs that engage nurses in lifelong learning to maintain competencies and learn new skills.

* Evidence-Based Practice (EBP):
The CNL provides ongoing assessment, evaluation and prioritization of unit-based triggers that would benefit from an evidence-based approach to problem solving and practice change. They use the UVA Health EBP process to identify, evaluate and implement evidence-based solutions in collaboration with the UBL, unit nurses, and other stakeholders.

* Unit-based Quality improvement (QI):
The CNL works collaboratively with the UBL to proactively and reactively address quality and safety concerns on the unit.

Professional Development for Microsystem-Based Nursing and Nursing Support Staff:

* Continually monitors new hires to evaluate progress toward competency goals, sharing this information with UBLs, collaborating with UBL on progress

* Coaches and mentors nurses in ongoing clinical learning, continuing education, and national certifications.

* Contributes to development of competencies with Central Nursing Professional Development

* Teaches in general orientation in area of practice expertise, as appropriate to UVA Health needs

EBP at Microsystem and Organizational Levels:

* Maintains knowledge of high priority microsystem strategic outcomes, desired benchmarks, practice patterns, and the interdisciplinary team

* Coaches and mentors microsystem and organizational shared governance team members in all phases of the EBP process

* Directs Clin 1s to NRP projects that reflect unit strategic goals

* Mentors Clin 1s in EBP projects

* Leads or coaches others in leading a regular nursing research journal club

* Ensures that clinical improvements are correctly categorized (typically as EBP, QI, or Research), and that processes for each are followed in accordance with standards and policies of UVA Health

QI:

* Knowledgeable of quality improvement methods

* Provides direction to UBL regarding delineation of quality improvement, performance improvement, evidence-based practice and research.

* Assists UBL with identification of root causes and implementation of evidence-based and education-related solutions

* Assists performance improvement efforts in collaboration with performance improvement coaches and UBL when evidence-based practices and resources are appropriate

General:

* In collaboration with UBL, responsible for delivery of high quality, safe patient care

* Regular participant in UVA Nursing Professional Governance at the microsystem and organizational level

* Seeks regular feedback from nurses, UBL and other clinical collaborators

* Other Duties as assigned

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education:

Master's or doctoral degree in Nursing

Experience:

2 years of experience as a registered nurse working in a relevant practice area.

Licensure: VA nursing license, CNL certification.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

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.

The starting base rate for this role is $89,523.20 annually. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.

Benefits

* Comprehensive Benefits Package:
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

* Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings

* Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts

* Certification and education support

* Generous Paid Time Off

UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center.  U.S. News & World Report "Best Hospitals" guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as "High Performing" in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children's is named by  U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the…