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Valley Health

Registered Nurse - CVOR - Full time

Winchester, VA · On-site

$40.76 - $57.71/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Education Associates Nursing (RN Diploma, ASN or ADN) required. Bachelors Nursing (BSN) preferred. Experience Advancement to this level requires a minimum of 1872 full-time or part-time hours (936 if ...

Valley Health

Registered Nurse - CVOR - Full time

Winchester, VA · On-site

$40.76 - $57.71/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Education Associates Nursing (RN Diploma, ASN or ADN) required. Bachelors Nursing (BSN) preferred. Experience Advancement to this level requires a minimum of 1872 full-time or part-time hours (936 if ...

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What is a full time WIC RN?

A Full Time WIC RN is a Registered Nurse who works full-time within the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program. Their primary responsibilities include providing nutrition education, conducting health assessments, and supporting breastfeeding for eligible women and young children. They also help clients access resources, refer them to healthcare providers, and ensure program compliance. These nurses play a crucial role in promoting maternal and child health in the community.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a full time WIC RN?

To thrive as a Full Time WIC RN, you need a valid RN license, strong clinical assessment abilities, and knowledge of maternal and child health, often supported by experience in community or public health nursing. Familiarity with WIC program guidelines, electronic health records, and nutrition assessment tools is typically required. Outstanding communication, cultural sensitivity, and organizational skills help build trust with diverse clients and ensure effective program delivery. These skills and qualities are important to provide high-quality care, promote healthy outcomes for women and children, and ensure compliance with WIC program standards.

What are some common challenges faced by a full time WIC RN, and how can candidates prepare for them?

Full Time WIC RNs often encounter challenges such as managing a high caseload, navigating complex family dynamics, and staying current with evolving WIC program guidelines. Effective communication and cultural sensitivity are crucial, as you'll be working with diverse populations, including expectant mothers and young children. To prepare, candidates should familiarize themselves with community resources, practice active listening skills, and seek training in motivational interviewing to better support and educate clients. Collaboration with nutritionists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals is also a regular part of the role.

What is the difference between Full Time Wic Rn vs Wic Nutritionist?

AspectFull Time Wic RnWic Nutritionist
CredentialsRegistered Nurse (RN) license, WIC certificationRegistered Dietitian/Nutritionist (RD/RDN) certification, WIC certification
Work EnvironmentHealthcare clinics, community health programsWIC clinics, community outreach, educational settings
Employer & IndustryHealthcare facilities, public health agenciesPublic health departments, WIC program offices

Full Time Wic Rns primarily provide healthcare services, including screenings and health education, while Wic Nutritionists focus on dietary counseling and nutrition education. Both roles work within the WIC program but have different certifications and job functions.

What cities near Winchester, VA are hiring for Full Time Wic Rn jobs?

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Registered Nurse - CVOR - Full time

Valley Health

Winchester, VA • On-site

$40.76 - $57.71/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 20 days ago

Job description

As one of the nation's Top 15 Health Systems, recognized by Premier and Modern Healthcare, Valley Health is a place where excellence, compassion, and purpose come together. This distinction reflects our commitment to exceptional patient care, clinical quality, and the caregivers who make it all possible.
Department
SURGICAL SERVICES - 206210Worker Sub Type
RegularWork Shift
Pay Range
$40.76 - $57.71Job Description
The registered professional nurse is responsible for utilizing job skills to effective carry out the nursing process: including assessment, diagnosis, outcomes identification, planning, evaluation, documentation and time management. She/he is responsible for quality communication, teamwork and leadership/professionalism. Also directs, coordinates and implements patient teaching, quality/safety initiatives, and activities of other health team personnel while maintaining standards of professional nursing.
A Registered Nurse II (RN II) is responsible for the care of the population they are assigned. A RN II is required to complete yearly mandatory competencies, any unit specific competencies that are identified by the Director/Designee as it relates to the patient population of their unit as well as completion of the Professional Practice Ladder requirements which include: Assuming responsibility as Charge Nurse, PI Activity and department initiatives, communicates and shares information to Director/Designee and co-workers from unit or hospital committee, a Valley Health paid Education/Seminar/Conference workshop or Nursing Article. Portfolio is current and submitted to Director/Designee annually by March 1st. Routinely solicits and validates patient/family satisfaction, participates in peer review for unit and develops bulletin board or poster that provides educational information to staff/patients/family members.
Education
Associates Nursing (RN Diploma, ASN or ADN) required.
Bachelors Nursing (BSN) preferred.
Experience
Advancement to this level requires a minimum of 1872 full-time or part-time hours (936 if hold BSN) of RN experience and completion of a performance evaluation.
Certification & Licensures
RN License required. Based on primary state of residency and in accordance with current Virginia Board of Nursing Regulations, must be licensed or eligible to practice pending licensure as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia with either a: Multi-state license, under the Nurse Licensure Compact OR Single-state license, valid in Virginia only.
BLS Certification (Basic Life Support) - American Heart 'Healthcare Provider' (HCP) - AHA approved required. New hires must have American Heart Association (AHA) appropriate certification prior to completion of orientation.
Relevant Specialty Certification preferred.
Qualifications
Meets all requirements of a RN I.
Competent to provide care based on the cognitive, physical, emotional and chronological stages of human growth and development.
Competent to provide care using the nursing process.
Must have a reliable means of phone communication with hospital.
Benefits
At Valley Health, we believe everyone is a caregiver, and our goal is to create an environment where our caregivers thrive physically, financially, and emotionally. In addition to a competitive salary, our most popular benefits for full-time employees include:
  • A Zero-Deductible Health Plan
  • Dental and vision insurance
  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Retirement Savings Match
  • A Robust Employee Assistance Program to help with many aspects of emotional wellbeing
  • Membership to Healthy U: An Incentive-Based Wellness Program

Valley Health also offers a health savings account & flexible spending account for childcare, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, and professional development. In addition, several perks come with working for the largest employer in the region, such as discounts to on-campus dining, and more.
To see the full scale of what we offer, visit valleyhealthbenefits.com.
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About Valley Health

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Valley Health System is a not-for-profit network of hospitals, urgent cares, physician practices, and services. Expanding across Virginia, West Virginia, and Maryland, we are devoted to the health of all who call our 18-county area home. A vital resource for healthcare, we are the region's largest employer, a dependable community partner, and are at the leading edge of clinical innovations.x

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5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Winchester, VA, US

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