Registered Nurse (RN) - Clinical Research Unit

**$20,000 Sign On Bonus for offers accepted by November 30, 2025. Terms and Conditions apply**

The Clinical Research Unit (CRU) is a gateway to clinical research within VCU Health. We are committed to facilitating inter-disciplinary clinical research & providing comprehensive care to support growth & expansion of clinical research throughout the health system. By providing services at locations where patients already receive care in the health system, we hope to increase our patient's and communities' access to research for better treatments and cures.

This position will include:

- Rotating, including Nights & Weekends as clinical research studies require
- Position will primarily work four day shifts a week unless night shift required (Advanced notice of change to shift would be given)
- Must be able to stay over scheduled shift to manage clinical research study needs, as needed (Advance notice would be given)
- Must have 5 years or more of med/surg or higher experience
- Must be able to float to other units to support clinical research, as needed

Preferred:
-Clinical research experience
-Candidate that is a Certified Chemo Provider
-Experience working in oncology, including medication administration, within the last 6 months

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.

At VCU Health, we are proud to be a leading academic medical center known for innovation, collaboration, and community impact. As part of our team, you'll benefit from:

• Competitive compensation with shift differentials
• Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans
• Generous paid time off (PTO) with paid holidays
• Retirement savings plans with employer matching contributions
• Tuition assistance and education benefits
• Career development and advancement opportunities
• Employee wellness programs and mental health support
• A diverse, inclusive, and mission-driven workplace culture

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