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Davita Inc.

Registered Nurse

Charlottesville, VA · On-site

You will work with your head, heart and hands each day. * Schedule. Shifts are typically 10-12 hours, 3-4 days per week. Schedule times will vary by locations but most of our RNs work early morning ...

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How much do head rn jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for head rn in Waynesboro, VA is $81,363.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $66,400.00 and $95,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a Head RN do?

A Head RN, or Head Registered Nurse, is responsible for overseeing the nursing staff within a healthcare facility, such as a hospital or clinic. They manage daily operations, coordinate patient care, and ensure that nursing protocols and standards are followed. Head RNs also handle administrative tasks, mentor junior nurses, and act as a liaison between staff, patients, and other healthcare professionals. Their leadership ensures high-quality patient care and efficient nursing team performance.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Head RN?

To thrive as a Head RN, you need advanced clinical expertise, leadership skills, and a BSN or higher degree along with an active RN license. Familiarity with hospital management systems, EHRs, and compliance protocols is typically required, and certification in nursing leadership or administration is often preferred. Strong communication, conflict resolution, and team management skills set exceptional Head RNs apart. These competencies are crucial for ensuring high standards of patient care, effective staff coordination, and regulatory compliance in healthcare environments.

What are some common challenges faced by a Head RN when managing a nursing team, and how can they be addressed?

As a Head RN, one of the most common challenges is balancing administrative responsibilities with direct patient care and team management. Ensuring clear communication, addressing staff concerns promptly, and fostering a supportive environment are crucial for team cohesion. Additionally, managing shift schedules, handling conflicts, and ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations require strong organizational and leadership skills. Many successful Head RNs regularly hold team meetings and prioritize ongoing training to keep staff engaged and aligned with best practices.

What is the difference between Head Rn vs Registered Nurse?

AspectHead RnRegistered Nurse
CredentialsRN license, additional leadership or management certificationsRN license, possibly specialty certifications
Work EnvironmentLeadership roles, administrative settings, hospital managementPatient care, clinical settings, hospitals, clinics
Employer & Industry UsageHospitals, healthcare organizations, clinics with leadership responsibilitiesHospitals, clinics, long-term care facilities
Search & Comparison IntentLeadership, management, healthcare administrationPatient care, clinical nursing roles

The Head Rn typically holds leadership and administrative responsibilities within healthcare settings, requiring additional certifications and experience. In contrast, a Registered Nurse focuses primarily on direct patient care. While both roles require an RN license, the Head Rn's role emphasizes management, policy implementation, and team oversight, making it suitable for those seeking leadership positions in healthcare.

What are the most commonly searched types of Rn jobs in Waynesboro, VA?

The most popular types of Rn jobs in Waynesboro, VA are:

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Registered Nurse

Davita Inc.

Charlottesville, VA • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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DaVita rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 1,175 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

414th of 888 rated healthcare providers

Job description

DaVita is seeking a Registered Nurse who is looking to give life in an outpatient dialysis center. You can make an exceptional difference in the lives of our patients and their families dealing with end-stage renal failure or chronic kidney disease.

If you haven't considered Nephrology before, read on as we think that you should. Dialysis Experience is NOT required.

What you can expect:

  • Long term patient relationships. Build meaningful relationship with patients and their family in an intimate outpatient setting.
  • A team that feels and functions like a family. Staff RNs are a central part of a small interdisciplinary team of clinicians. Work alongside and support technicians, other nurses, dietitians, social workers, physicians and the center manager.
  • Fun is one of our core values. Happier nurses = healthier patients.
  • Specialized, complex care. RNs deliver care to patients who are often dealing with multiple co-morbidities which require unique treatment plans and the ability to leverage a broad range of nursing skills and knowledge.
  • Fast paced. Our RNs oversee a group of patients (census dependent on state laws) with the support of PCTs to conduct patient observations, measuring stats and machine set up. You will work with your head, heart and hands each day.
  • Schedule. Shifts are typically 10-12 hours, 3-4 days per week. Schedule times will vary by locations but most of our RNs work early morning or days shifts. Some holidays required.
  • A clinical leader: DaVita has the highest percentage of facilities meeting or exceeding CMS's standards in the government's two key performance programs. We expect our nurses to commit to improving patient health through clinical goal setting and quality improvement initiatives.

What We'll Provide:

More than just pay, our DaVita Rewards package connects teammates to what matters most including:

  • Comprehensive benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid time off, PTO cash out
  • Support for you and your family: family resources, EAP counseling sessions, access Headspace, backup child and elder care, maternity/paternity leave and more
  • Paid training: DaVita offers all new dialysis teammates a robust, paid training program to help you learn the right dialysis skills. The training is a mix of classroom and hands on training.
  • Opportunity for a nursing career for a lifetime. DaVita is committed to providing robust development and experiences for nurses. Whether you chose to remain in a patient facing/caregiving role or grow (leadership operations, corporate functions, integrated care, clinical research), we can guide you on that journey. We offer programs such as:
    • THRIVE: Develops high-potential nurses, clinical coordinators and clinic nurse managers into operational managers
    • DSSL & SPARK - Gives clinical teammates the chance to develop their supervisory and leadership skill set
    • 100+ CEU courses at no cost
    • Gateway: A web-based application available to teammates for career planning, learning and training, and recognition. It allows you to access new courses and CE credits and explore career paths on your own time. It also has a newsfeed to keep you up to date on Village news and functions as a social platform to connect you to teammates.

Some details about this position:

  • Training may take place in a facility or a training clinic with a class of new teammates other than your assigned home clinic
  • You must be flexible on the final home clinic placement it may be in a different location; there is also the potential to float to various clinics during and after your training
  • You must have a flexible schedule and be able to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holiday
  • Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice; Graduate Nurse pre-licensure available in some locations
  • A desire to deliver care in an empathetic, compassionate way. You know, the way you'd want your own care to be
  • Experience assessing, trouble shooting and making sound recommendations in stressful situations
  • Excellent communication skills to listen and communicate with patients and teammates
  • Associates Degree in Nursing (A.D.N) from accredited school of nursing required; Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.S.N); three-year diploma from accredited diploma program may be substituted for nursing degree
  • Basic computer skills and proficiency in MS Word and Outlook. You will be required to chart patient's assessment, orders and your care notes in our electronic medical record system.
  • You might also have (a.k.a. nice-to-haves):
  • Intensive Care Unit (ICU), Critical Care Unit (CCU), Emergency Room (ER), or Medical Surgical (Med Surg) experience
  • Certified Nephrology Nurse (CNN) or Certified Dialysis Nurse (CDN)

DaVita is an equal opportunity employer - Vet and Disability.

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About DaVita

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DaVita is a healthcare company that provides compassionate, quality healthcare. The company’s mission is to be the Provider, Partner, and Employer of Choice. DaVita serves more than 200,000 dialysis patients in 10 countries outside the U.S. and has over 55,000 teammates in the U.S. Since 2011, DaVita teammates have donated $11 million to local nonprofits and have volunteered over 180,000 hours since 2006. DaVita has been on Fortune’s list of the world’s most admired companies for 15 years in a row.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Denver, CO, US

Year founded

1994

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