Registered Nurse; RN - Acute General Medicine

Registered Nurse (RN) - Acute General Medicine 3 Central

Step into a high‑impact Registered Nurse (RN) opportunity in Acute General Medicine at UVA Health
, where clinical excellence, teamwork, and patient‑centered care come together to support some of the most medically complex adult populations.

If you are a nurse who thrives in a fast‑paced, intellectually engaging environment and values strong team support, manageable patient ratios, and meaningful clinical variety
, this unit offers a compelling next step in your career. At UVA Health, you are not just providing care—you are contributing to an academic medical center culture that prioritizes innovation, professional growth, and exceptional patient outcomes.

As an RN on 3 Central Acute General Medicine
, you will care for adult patients with a wide range of acute medical conditions. This is a unit where clinical breadth meets supportive structure allowing you to expand your expertise while working within a highly collaborative care team.

This environment is designed to support nurses with intentional staffing and leadership presence
, including a 4:1 patient ratio and a dedicated, floating Charge Nurse every shift to ensure guidance, throughput support, and real‑time problem‑solving.

• Deliver comprehensive nursing care to adults with conditions including:
  • Endocrine disorders
  • Infectious diseases
  • Renal conditions
  • Select cardiology cases
• Perform ongoing patient assessments, care planning, and clinical interventions in a moderate‑to‑high acuity setting
• Collaborate closely with interdisciplinary teams including physicians, pharmacists, case managers, and specialists
• Educate patients and families on disease management, treatment plans, and discharge readiness
• Utilize evidence‑based practice to guide care decisions and improve outcomes

Throughout The Day, You Will:

• Monitor evolving patient conditions and adjust care plans accordingly
• Coordinate with providers on rounds and interdisciplinary discussions
• Administer medications and treatments with precision and clinical judgment
• Lean on your Charge Nurse for support with workflow, admissions, or escalations
  
  Experience a steady pace that keeps you engaged while ensuring patient safety and quality

This is a role where clinical variety, manageable workloads, and team‑based support create a sustainable and rewarding nursing experience.

UVA Health stands apart as a nationally recognized academic medical center where nurses are integral to advancing patient care, education, and research. This role on 3 Central is especially compelling due to its thoughtful staffing model and commitment to nurse support
.

• Magnet‑recognized nursing excellence, reflecting a commitment to professional practice, collaboration, and quality outcomes
• A 4:1 patient ratio, enabling safe, attentive, and high‑quality care delivery
• A dedicated Charge Nurse every shift, providing continuous leadership presence and operational support
• Exposure to a diverse general medicine population, enhancing your clinical expertise and critical thinking skills
• Access to an academic environment, with opportunities for continuing education, specialty certification, and career advancement
• A culture that values evidence‑based practice, innovation, and interdisciplinary collaboration

This role is strategically important as it supports the care of complex adult medicine patients while strengthening UVA Health’s mission to deliver leading‑edge care and train the next generation of healthcare professionals
.

Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.

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