Virginia Commonwealth University Health Systems
Clinical Coordinator (RN) - Medical Respiratory ICU - Nights
Virginia Commonwealth University Health Systems, Richmond, Virginia, United States, 23214
Sign On Bonus
$20,000 Sign On Bonus for offers accepted by February 28, 2026. Terms and Conditions apply.
Overview The Medical Respiratory Intensive Care Unit (MRICU) is a 28‑bed unit specializing in the care of patients with multisystem organ failure and complex pulmonary needs. Our patients include a variety of respiratory disorders and failures such as COPD, ARDS, status asthmaticus, and pneumonia. The latest advances in care delivery are given to patients with sepsis, GI bleeds, DKA, oncological, acute kidney and liver dysfunction, and acid‑base and metabolic imbalances. Through true collaboration with the interprofessional team, MRICU nurses translate evidence‑based practice, quality improvement and research into our clinical bedside practice, leading the way to advancing safe and quality care to all patients.
Unit Details
28‑bed adult ICU caring for complex medical and pulmonary patients, including post‑codes, sepsis, GI bleeds, DKA, renal and liver failure, and those requiring various bedside procedures and advanced pulmonary and invasive interventions.
Nurse‑to‑patient ratios are 1:1 and 1:2, with charge nurse, unlicensed assistive personnel and unit secretary support 24/7.
Clinical Coordinator Role This person facilitates patient flow, coordinates activities and communication for the clinical area nursing unit during their assigned shift. They serve as a resource and leader for patients, staff, health care providers, administration and other disciplines.
The Clinical Coordinator ensures that patient care is delivered to all patients in an efficient, caring and courteous manner.
Qualifications
Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire: Current RN licensure in Virginia or eligible compact state.
Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Continued Employment: Current RN licensure in Virginia, AHA BLS HCP Certification or equivalent.
Minimum of three (3) years of clinical experience; charge nurse experience or supervisory experience.
Preferred: Academic Health Care experience; experience with a similar patient population in an acute care setting or as applicable to area of practice.
Education/Training Required: Diploma or Associate 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.
Preferred Education/Training: Certification in specialty area; completion of a Bachelor's Degree (or higher) in Nursing from an accredited program.
Independent Actions Required: Follows documented physician/licensed independent provider orders; practices within the regulations governing the practice of nursing in the Commonwealth of Virginia; practice guided by the ANA Code of Ethics for Nursing and established national nursing practice standards; all practice guided by and follows VCUHS policies and procedures and established practice guidelines; organizes and plans work with input from the patient/family with specific outcomes and demonstrates use of sound clinical judgment and resources.
Supervisory Responsibilities (if applicable): Organizes work and delegates and supervises others (RNs, LPNs, Care Partners, Unit Secretaries, etc.) in carrying out assignments.
Additional Position Requirements: Works designated shifts, days of the week, and/or holidays based on work area; individual shift rotation and schedules will be established with supervisor; schedules, including requirements of shift rotations and hours of work may be adjusted as necessary to meet clinical care area unit requirements and/or as needed.
Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate): Physical lifting 50‑100 lbs; exposure to potentially hazardous and infectious substances; prolonged standing, prolonged sitting, frequent bending, walking (distance), climbing (steps, ladder, other), reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive). Mental/Sensory: strong recall, reasoning, problem solving, hearing, speaking clearly, writing legibly, reading, logical thinking. Emotional: fast pace environment, steady pace, able to handle multiple priorities, frequent and intense customer interactions, noisy environment, able to adapt to frequent change.
EEO Statement EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran/41 CFR 60‑1.4.
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Overview The Medical Respiratory Intensive Care Unit (MRICU) is a 28‑bed unit specializing in the care of patients with multisystem organ failure and complex pulmonary needs. Our patients include a variety of respiratory disorders and failures such as COPD, ARDS, status asthmaticus, and pneumonia. The latest advances in care delivery are given to patients with sepsis, GI bleeds, DKA, oncological, acute kidney and liver dysfunction, and acid‑base and metabolic imbalances. Through true collaboration with the interprofessional team, MRICU nurses translate evidence‑based practice, quality improvement and research into our clinical bedside practice, leading the way to advancing safe and quality care to all patients.
Unit Details
28‑bed adult ICU caring for complex medical and pulmonary patients, including post‑codes, sepsis, GI bleeds, DKA, renal and liver failure, and those requiring various bedside procedures and advanced pulmonary and invasive interventions.
Nurse‑to‑patient ratios are 1:1 and 1:2, with charge nurse, unlicensed assistive personnel and unit secretary support 24/7.
Clinical Coordinator Role This person facilitates patient flow, coordinates activities and communication for the clinical area nursing unit during their assigned shift. They serve as a resource and leader for patients, staff, health care providers, administration and other disciplines.
The Clinical Coordinator ensures that patient care is delivered to all patients in an efficient, caring and courteous manner.
Qualifications
Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire: Current RN licensure in Virginia or eligible compact state.
Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Continued Employment: Current RN licensure in Virginia, AHA BLS HCP Certification or equivalent.
Minimum of three (3) years of clinical experience; charge nurse experience or supervisory experience.
Preferred: Academic Health Care experience; experience with a similar patient population in an acute care setting or as applicable to area of practice.
Education/Training Required: Diploma or Associate 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.
Preferred Education/Training: Certification in specialty area; completion of a Bachelor's Degree (or higher) in Nursing from an accredited program.
Independent Actions Required: Follows documented physician/licensed independent provider orders; practices within the regulations governing the practice of nursing in the Commonwealth of Virginia; practice guided by the ANA Code of Ethics for Nursing and established national nursing practice standards; all practice guided by and follows VCUHS policies and procedures and established practice guidelines; organizes and plans work with input from the patient/family with specific outcomes and demonstrates use of sound clinical judgment and resources.
Supervisory Responsibilities (if applicable): Organizes work and delegates and supervises others (RNs, LPNs, Care Partners, Unit Secretaries, etc.) in carrying out assignments.
Additional Position Requirements: Works designated shifts, days of the week, and/or holidays based on work area; individual shift rotation and schedules will be established with supervisor; schedules, including requirements of shift rotations and hours of work may be adjusted as necessary to meet clinical care area unit requirements and/or as needed.
Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate): Physical lifting 50‑100 lbs; exposure to potentially hazardous and infectious substances; prolonged standing, prolonged sitting, frequent bending, walking (distance), climbing (steps, ladder, other), reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive). Mental/Sensory: strong recall, reasoning, problem solving, hearing, speaking clearly, writing legibly, reading, logical thinking. Emotional: fast pace environment, steady pace, able to handle multiple priorities, frequent and intense customer interactions, noisy environment, able to adapt to frequent change.
EEO Statement EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran/41 CFR 60‑1.4.
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