Registered Nurse (RN) - Acute Neuroscience 6 West - UB Pool Wage
Job Description
Deliver highly specialized neurological care in a setting where your clinical judgment, compassion, and teamwork directly influence patient recovery and outcomes. On 6 West, every shift presents the opportunity to care for complex patients while contributing to a unit culture built on collaboration, growth, and clinical excellence.
This role offers the flexibility of a wage position within a high-acuity, 30-bed neuroscience unit. You will work alongside an experienced interdisciplinary team, providing comprehensive care to patients with a wide range of neurological conditions while maintaining control over your schedule.
The Role:
As a Registered Nurse on 6 West, you will practice in a fast-paced acute care neuroscience environment that blends advanced clinical care with meaningful patient and family interactions. This unit supports patients across neurology, neurosurgery, stroke, and neuro-trauma populations, creating a dynamic and intellectually engaging practice setting.
In your day-to-day practice, you will:
Provide comprehensive nursing care, including assessment, interventions, care coordination, and patient/family education
Care for patients with conditions such as stroke, traumatic brain injury, seizures, brain tumors, hydrocephalus, and multiple sclerosis
Deliver care across neurology, neurosurgery, and neuro-trauma service lines, with occasional exposure to additional patient populations
Collaborate closely with physicians, therapists, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure safe, high-quality, evidence-based care
Utilize core clinical skills such as advanced physical assessment and safe medication administration
The pace of this unit requires strong clinical judgment and adaptability, while the nature of neuroscience care offers both challenge and reward. You will witness meaningful patient progress throughout recovery, while also providing compassionate care during critical and end-of-life moments.
Schedule and Flexibility:
Wage role with six 12-hour shifts within a 6-week scheduling period
No on-call requirements
Opportunity to pick up additional shifts based on your availability
Why UVA Health:
UVA Health is a nationally recognized academic health system where innovation, research, and clinical excellence come together to advance patient care. On 6 West, these system-wide strengths are reflected in a unit culture that prioritizes collaboration, professional growth, and high-quality outcomes.
Be part of a unit committed to quality improvement, shared governance, and team-based care
Work in a supportive environment where teamwork is foundational and colleagues build strong, lasting relationships
Experience the unique impact of neuroscience nursing, where patient recovery can be both complex and deeply rewarding
Access a wide range of professional development opportunities, including internal education, specialty training, and external conferences
Advance your career through the UVA Health Clinical Career Ladder, recognizing leadership, expertise, and contributions to patient care
Grow within an academic health system that encourages certification, clinical advancement, and leadership development
Why People Love Living in Charlottesville:
Charlottesville offers an exceptional blend of professional opportunity and lifestyle balance. Nestled near the Blue Ridge Mountains, the area provides easy access to hiking, outdoor recreation, and scenic beauty, along with a vibrant food and wine culture. The community is known for its welcoming atmosphere, strong schools, and rich arts scene. For healthcare professionals, Charlottesville delivers the rare combination of working at a leading academic medical center while enjoying a high quality of life in a connected, livable city.
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.
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.