Registered Nurse (RN) - Trauma & Surgical Subspecialties - 5 West

Deliver high-impact care to complex trauma and surgical patients while advancing your clinical expertise in a fast-paced, team-driven environment. This role is essential to supporting patients through critical recovery moments and ensuring exceptional outcomes in an academically advanced health system.

Join a highly collaborative 26-bed acute care unit where you will care for a diverse patient population spanning trauma, hepatobiliary, ENT, plastic surgery, and emergency general surgery. This is an ideal opportunity for nurses seeking to elevate both their technical skillset and clinical judgment in a setting that values teamwork, growth, and patient-centered care.

The Role:

5 West offers a dynamic clinical environment where no two shifts are alike. You will play a central role in managing high-acuity patients while working closely with an interdisciplinary team to deliver coordinated, evidence-based care.

In this role, you will:

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments and continuous monitoring in an acute care setting

• Administer medications safely while managing evolving patient conditions

• Recognize and respond to early signs of clinical deterioration

• Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, and care teams to optimize outcomes

• Execute provider orders, coordinate admissions and discharges, and support care transitions

• Deliver hands-on patient care including ADLs and education to patients and families

• Contribute to a culture of teamwork, patient safety, and continuous quality improvement

You will gain exposure to a wide range of skills and procedures, including post-operative surgical care, wound and drain management, feeding tubes, and complex medication therapies.

Schedule Options:

• Day Shift: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
• Night Shift: 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM
• Full-Time: 36 hours per week (3 shifts)
• Part-Time: 24 hours per week (2 shifts)

This role is well-suited for nurses who enjoy a fast-paced, high-acuity environment and are eager to grow their expertise across multiple surgical specialties.

Why UVA Health:

UVA Health combines the strength of a nationally recognized academic medical center with a deeply collaborative and supportive clinical culture.

On 5 West, you will experience:

• Academic Medical Excellence: Deliver care within a leading academic health system that integrates research, education, and clinical practice

• Diverse Clinical Exposure: Care for trauma and complex surgical patients, building advanced clinical and critical thinking skills

• Supportive Team Culture: Work in a unit known for collaboration, inclusivity, and shared commitment to patient-centered care

• Professional Growth Opportunities: Advance through the Clinical Ladder and participate in Professional Governance initiatives

• Skill Development: Expand your capabilities with hands-on experience in specialized treatments and technologies

• Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.

This is a unit where nurses are actively engaged in patient care decisions, problem-solving, and safety initiatives, making your voice and expertise truly valued.

Why People Love Living in Charlottesville:

Charlottesville offers an exceptional quality of life, blending natural beauty with a vibrant cultural scene. Surrounded by the Blue Ridge Mountains, the area provides easy access to hiking, outdoor recreation, and scenic views, while the historic downtown features award-winning restaurants, live music, and local arts. With a strong sense of community, excellent schools, and a balanced pace of life, Charlottesville is an ideal place for healthcare professionals to build both a meaningful career and a fulfilling personal life.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: Graduate of an accredited nursing program required. Bachelor of Science in Nursing required within 5 years of hire.

Experience: 1 year of relevant experience.

Licensure: Licensed to Practice as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia. American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required.

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.

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. 2023-2024 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 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report 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.

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 UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.