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GROWING YOUR CAREER

Augusta Health is invested in our nurses and support team members personal and professional development. The variety of professional development programs is designed to continue nurses’ growth throughout their career.

PRE LICENSURE

High School Mentorship

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Trainee Program

Tech Advisory Board

Nurse Extern Program

Augusta Health Scholars

Nursing Student Support

NEW GRADUATE NURSE

Transition to Practice Programs

Mentorship Program

Unit Council

NEW GRADUATE NURSE

Charge Nurse Program

Preceptor Program

Certification

Shared Governance

Clinical Ladder

Inspiring Growth in Nursing

CNO Advisory Board

NEW GRADUATE NURSE

Development programs for Nursing Leaders

New Leader Orientation and onboarding program

PRE LICENSURE

High Scholl Membership

Certified Nuraing Assistant Trainee Programme

Tech Advisory Board

Nurse Extern Program

Augusta Health Scholars

Nursing Student Support

NEW GRADUATE NURSE

Transition to Practice Programs

Mentorship Program

Unit Council

EXPERIENCED NURSE

Charge Nurse Program

Preceptor Program

Certification

Shared Governance

Clinical Ladder

Inspiring Growth in Nursing

CNO Advisory Board

NURSING LEADERSHIP

Development programs for Nursing Leaders

New Leader Orientation and onboarding program

PRE LICENSURE

High School Mentorship

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Trainee Program

Tech Advisory Board

Nursing Student Support

Augusta Health Scholars

Nurse Extern Program

NEW GRADUATE NURSE

Unit Council

Mentorship Program

Transition to Practice Programs

EXPERIENCED NURSE

Certification

Preceptor Program

Charge Nurse Program

Shared Governance

Clinical Ladder

Inspiring Growth in Nursing

CNO Advisory Board

NURSING LEADERSHIP

Development Programs for Nursing Leaders

New Leader Orientation and onboarding program

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High School Mentorship

Pre-licensure

Augusta Health partners with Augusta County Public Schools to welcome the high school students who are interested in the nursing profession. The high school mentorship program hosts students daily for a semester where they spend dedicated time in areas of nursing where their interest lies.

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Trainee Program

Pre-licensure

Augusta Health hosts a CNA trainee program bi-annually. This program partners with Valley Career and Technical Center to sponsor and support the adult CNA program. The participants train on-site and become a part of the Augusta Health family at initiation of the program. Providing an opportunity to grow in the healthcare field.

Shared Governance

Pre-licensure

Shared Governance Council is a multi-disciplinary council governed by direct care nurses. Shared Governance creates an atmosphere in which all members of the healthcare team have a voice in decision making, encouraging diverse and creative input while optimizing patient care. Professional nurses accept accountability for individualized nursing care based on quality outcomes. Nursing practice also includes professional development, as well as the ethical and legal responsibilities involved in patient care. Benefits of a shared governance model are apparent to the nurse and nursing partners, the patient, and the organization.

Mentorship Program

New Graduate Nurse

Augusta Health’s mentorship program is voluntary and partners team members with experienced mentors. Mentorship relationships help to foster a continuous growth cycle that expands a person’s well -being both individually and professionally. As a dedicated health system, we encourage all to pursue mentorship throughout their career.

Nurse Extern Program

Pre-licensure

We proudly sponsor a Nurse Extern Program for rising senior nursing students over the summer. This paid program pairs a nurse extern with an experienced nurse for an 8-week program. The extern will gain valuable on-the-job experience and training, as well as discovery days to experience multiple areas where nurses practice.

Augusta Health Scholars

Pre-licensure

In 2022, Augusta Health and Blue Ridge Community College (BRCC) partnered to create a new program called Augusta Health Scholars. This program invests in the growth and development in our future employees while they are in school! An important part of this program opens opportunities for our experienced nurses to become an instructor and teach our up-and-coming future nurses! To read more about this program, https://www.augustahealth.com

Nursing Student Support

Pre-licensure

Augusta Health partners with local nursing school programs (LPN and RN) to provide clinical experiences. We typically welcome around 200 nursing students per semester. LPN Scholarships are offered periodically to support continual learning and opportunities in the nursing profession.

Charge Nurse Program

Experienced Nurse

Our charge nurse program equips our direct care nurses with leadership skills through a focus on effective communication, modeling the way, and complex problem solving. During this program, the nursing division partners with organization development to bridge the way into leadership development.

Preceptor Program

Experienced Nurse

Our preceptor program focuses on personal development, adult learning principles, effective teaching strategies for a diverse workforce, and effective communication. This program builds confidence, leadership skills, and increases communication.

Certification

Experienced Nurse

We help our nurses earn and renew their certifications. With the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s SuccessPays program, nurses are given two opportunities to achieve certification instead of just one. We know that certification exams can be stressful and we’re here to support you in this process. https://www.nursingworld.org/
Certifications outside of this program are also supported and encouraged through separate programs dedicated to you field.

Clinical Ladder

Experienced Nurse

Direct care nurses can engage in activities that enhance initiatives, lead teams, personal professional development opportunities, and evidence-based practice. Through this hard work and dedication to improving the community we serve and their own drive to their profession, the direct care nurse can achieve three levels of clinical ladder during their career and receive additional compensation for their achievements.

Inspiring Growth in Nursing

Experienced Nurse

IGNITE is designed to continue to grow our direct care nurses in leadership skills through self-development. This program is a leadership development program for experienced nurses who are interested in informal or formal nurse leadership roles. Graduates of this program are armed with more knowledge about not only about leadership but more about themselves.

CNO Advisory Board

Experienced Nurse

CNO Advisory Board is a group of direct care nurses from various areas across the organization connecting with our CNO monthly. During this time, collaboration occurs on concerns throughout the organization along with strategies to continue a positive practice environment.

Development Programs for Nursing Leaders

Nursing Leadership

The nursing division supports programs for continual growth such as mentorship opportunities and developmental courses. Additionally, nursing collaborates with internal and external partners to ensure evidence-based leadership continuous learning is provided, such as Mayo Clinic, Virginia Nurses Association, and Virginia Hospital and Healthcare Association.

New Leader Orientation and onboarding program

Nursing Leadership

Nursing and Organizational Development partner to provide an onboarding program for all new nurse leaders (internally or new to the organization). Our nurse leaders successful onboarding is an important component for the organization, our nurses, and our community.

Shared Governance

Pre-licensure

Shared Governance Council is a multi-disciplinary council governed by direct care nurses. Shared Governance creates an atmosphere in which all members of the healthcare team have a voice in decision making, encouraging diverse and creative input while optimizing patient care. Professional nurses accept accountability for individualized nursing care based on quality outcomes. Nursing practice also includes professional development, as well as the ethical and legal responsibilities involved in patient care. Benefits of a shared governance model are apparent to the nurse and nursing partners, the patient, and the organization.

Augusta Medical Group employs RNs, LPNs, and Certified Medical Assistants in over 14 locations across the valley and beyond.  From Harrisonburg to Lexington to Crozet to Fishersville, we have you covered.  Nurses partner with physicians and other professionals to provide high quality care in the outpatient setting.  For more information on practice settings visit https://www.augustahealth.com/patients-visitors/visitor-resources/locations/

Contact:
Jacqueline Sims, MSN, RN, NE-BC
Administrative Director of Clinical Operations, Augusta Medical Group
JSims@AugustaHealth.com

Our Crossroads Behavioral Health Unit specializes in low acuity geriatric and adult behavioral health.  We approach care through a team nurse model with specialized professionals including RNs, Mental Health Workers, Patient Observers, recreation therapist, case management, and providers. This team approach reflects our belief that each patient has a unique set of challenges, and that personalized treatments and recovery plans require compassionate, dedicated professionals.

On our 28-bed locked unit, we focus on crisis stabilization, medication management, education, and nurse-led group therapy. Our team has flexible scheduling options to include 12- or 8-hour shifts.  With this type of teamwork and culture, we are the Behavioral Health Unit of choice.

Contact:
Karen Eisenhaur, MSN, RN
Director, Behavioral Health (Crossroads)
KAEisenhauer@AugustaHealth.com

With over 1,000 deliveries a year, our 25-bed OB unit allows team members to cross-train in all areas, including mother/baby, Level II nursery, and labor. Start your nursing career the right way with professional growth opportunities that train you to circulate and scrub in. You’ll enjoy evidence-based nursing at the bedside.

Start your nursing career the right way with professional growth opportunities that train you to circulate and scrub in for C-sections, as well as flexible scheduling options with call requirements.

Best of all, we’re growing! We recently renovated our OB Unit, offering only the best amenities and care.

Contact:
Elizabeth Persaud, BSN, RN
Director of Obstetrics
EMPersaud@AugustaHealth.com

When you join our Cardiac Cath and EP Lab, you’ll discover a fast-paced environment defined by an exciting variety of routine and complex acuity.

Both of these areas are team-based, with typically a 1:1 ratio based on complexity. Attention to detail is paramount. Procedures include heart and peripheral catheterizations; pacemakers and defibrillator implants; atrial ablations; cardio versions; implanted loop

recorders; venous ablations; and more. State-of-the-art equipment is used to image and hemodynamically monitor all patients.

Contact:
Sabine Dukes, BSN, RN, PCCN
Director of Cardiovascular Services
SDukes@AugustaHealth.com

The Cancer Center and Infusion Services provide care to oncological, hematological, and general patient populations.

We consistently deliver safe quality care for optimal patient outcomes in accordance with Virginia state guidelines and nationally recognized evidence-based standards and guidelines established by professional nursing specialty organizations, i.e. Oncology Society of Nursing (ONS). The ambulatory setting are multifaceted, recognizing variables consistent with population mix; care needs; treatment regimens; number of chairs and beds; services provided; and accreditation requirements. Daily care assignments fluctuate based upon these variables.

A match of RN experience with the needs of a recipient of nursing care services in context of the practice setting and situation will be established at all times. Recognizing that the goal of staffing requirements is to ensure patient safety, team member’s performances are annually challenged through evidence-based practice competencies. The renewal of established licensure and certifications is required for all clinical team members.

Clinic space includes:

 Ambulatory and Chemotherapy Infusion Centers

A match of RN experience with the needs of a recipient of nursing care services in context of the practice setting and situation will be established at all times. Six private chairs and 2 semi-private beds and 1 stretcher bay (ambulatory) and five chairs and 8 private beds (chemotherapy).

Medical Hematology/Oncology Clinic

4-5 providers daily with 9 exam rooms.

– Radiation Oncology Clinic

1 Provider daily with 3 exam rooms.

Contact:
Angie Malone, DNP, APRN, ACNS-BC, OCN, AOCNS, NE-BC
Director of Clinical Operations, Hematology/Oncology
MAMalone@AugustaHealth.com

 Case managers are an important part of the care delivery system at Augusta Health.  With a variety of settings such as inpatient, outpatient, and within the community, we have a lot of options for you to grow professionally within this specialty.  Our case managers drive the clinical discharge plan and work with direct care nurses, nurse leaders, physicians, and other interdisciplinary partners.

Contact:
Kimberley Galloway, MSN, RN
Director, Case Management and Social Work
KGalloway@AugustaHealth.com

The Clinical Resource Team members will be assigned to different units based on staffing needs. As an employee in the Clinical Resource Team, you will work with various types of patients within the inpatient nursing departments and procedural areas. We are seeking experienced RNs and Patient Care Technicians who are flexible with daily assignments, eager to learn new things and enjoy working throughout the hospital.

As a Clinical Resource Team RN, you’ll have the opportunity to float between multiple areas to provide direct patient care in acute care, specialty care and procedural areas.

Specialties include: Critical Care, Children’s & Women’s Health, ED, and/or Behavioral Health- Crossroads, Home Health/Hospice and pre/post care of defined procedural areas.

Premium differentials up to $14/hr. for RNs are available!

Full-time is 36 hours weekly and part time is 24 hours weekly (both schedules include a weekend rotation). PRN options with commitment of 24 hours-48 hours are available (per 6 weeks and includes weekend shifts).

Contact:
Lindsey Scott, BSN, RN, CEN, TCRN, CNML
Director of Patient Flow Optimization and Staffing
LScott@AugustaHealth.com

Treating approximately 60,000 patients each year, our Emergency Department (ED) provides 24/7 medical care to the critically ill and injured. The ED is staffed by specially trained emergency physicians, nurses, and emergency medical technicians. We have comfortable, private treatment rooms, a streamlined admissions process, and the latest monitoring equipment to provide safe and efficient care.

Our ED will provide thorough training and education to promote your growth and development as an ED nurse.  We welcome new graduates and nurses new to the emergency department with supportive transition to practice programs including Nurse Residency Program and Emergency Room Internship. (link to Transition to Practice Programs section – Join us tab).

Contact:
Kira Griffin, MSN, RN
Director, Emergency Services & Transportation
KGriffin2@AugustaHealth.com

Our forensic nursing program serves the community within the Emergency Department and out in the community such as the Augusta Health Forensic Nursing Center in Lexington.  Our nurses are specially trained to support both adult and pediatric victims of sexual and domestic violence, strangulation, and human trafficking.  This is an amazing way to impact the community and support some of our most vulnerable patients.

Contact:
Renee Pullen, BSN/BA, RN, SANE-A, SANE-P
Forensic Nurse Coordinator
RPullen@AugustaHealth.com

Our enthusiastic Home Health nurses and certified nursing assistants (CNA) provide 1:1 care in the home setting throughout Augusta County using a wide variety of nursing skills.

We’re committed to a work/life balance that keeps you fulfilled personally and professionally. Work hours are typically 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, with a weekend commitment. We offer mileage reimbursement with the highest IRS allowed rate and we provide phones. Low on-call commitment as we partner with a triage company to ensure no calls after 9:00 p.m.

On-the-job training is provided, along with a reasonable productivity standard. Join our family of caregivers who help so many in our community.

Contact:
Kim Sullenger, MSN, RN
Director, Home Health
KSullenger@AugustaHealth.com

Join a leading provider of hospice care in Augusta County providing care in home or our own Shenandoah House. When you become a part of Hospice of the Shenandoah, you’ll be part of an interdisciplinary team of healthcare professionals that care for both patients and their families during the transitional period of life through loss and grief.

We’re looking for nurses who are empowering; professional; clinically sound; and able to recognize and respect boundaries. As a Registered Nurse, you’ll be responsible for managing and coordinating the care of a group of patients receiving hospice services. You will utilize all aspects of the medical plan and nursing standards of care to enable families to care for their loved one with guidance and support. Chart your professional path forward by becoming a vital part of life’s most important journey.

The Shenandoah House

The Shenandoah House is in addition to the Hospice home care we provide in the community. This is located on the Augusta Health Campus. 4 bed hospice inpatient unit, home-like setting, Utilized for acute and  Care is provided by RNs and LPNs to provide respite short stays.

Contact:
Liz Lee, RN, BSN, CHPN, MHA
Director, Hospice
EALee@AugustaHealth.com

The Inpatient Rehab Unit is an 8-bed unit dedicated to patients recovering from life-changing events such as stroke, brain injury, trauma, and other debilities that significantly alter daily life. Our team consists of a physiatrist; RNs; CNAs; dietitians; physical, occupational, speech and recreational therapists; as well as social work and case management. All work together to identify and reduce the key issues and barriers in the patient’s life to function at their optimal level in their living environment. This approach looks beyond the acute physical problems and acquired impairments and considers all aspects of the patient’s functioning and future living environment.

Contact:
Kemper McCauley III, MSN, RN, NE-BC
Clinical Director, Skilled Nursing & Rehab
KMcCauley@AugustaHealth.com

Join a tight-knit community that offers higher patient acuity and a variety of complex patients. Our 14-bed Intensive Care Unit provides care for conditions such as sepsis; multi-system organ dysfunction; cardiac (STEMIs, Impella, and IABP); Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT); neuro; ventilators; and ARDS.

As an ICU nurse, you’ll enjoy the close teamwork and autonomy that fosters your personal and professional growth. Collaboration with physicians, daily interdisciplinary rounds, and ongoing education means a higher quality of care for patients in the deepest need. We welcome new graduates and nurses new to the ICU with supportive transition to practice programs including Nurse Residency Program and Critical Care Internship. (link to Transition to Practice Programs section – Join us tab).

Contact:
Stephanie Gedeon, MSN, RN, NPD-BC, NEA-BC
Assistant Chief Nursing Officer
SFGedeon@AugustaHealth.com

A fast-paced, multi-specialty procedural department conducting approximately 3,000 procedures annually.

The IR department offers a full scope of procedural care, from initial pre-procedural calling to follow-up.  We have capability to do local and conscious sedation within our departmental setting.  Procedures offered: Paracentesis/Thoracentesis; Myelography/Lumbar Punctures; Steroid Injections/Nerve Root of joints and spine; Cryoablations/Thermal ablations; Vertebroplasty/Kyphoplasty; Embolization procedures; variety of central line placement; Nephrostomy, urologic, and gastric tube placements.

Contact:
Sarah Schirra, BSN, RN, CSRN
Clinical Coordinator, Interventional Radiology
SJSchirra@AugustaHealth.com

Our Joint Center is a specialized orthopedic unit with 12 private rooms. The Joint Center utilizes a Wellness Model in caring for post-surgical primary total hip and knee replacements, hip and knee revision, and unicompartmental knee replacements.  We are a DNV Orthopedic Center of Excellence organization, recognizing our exceptional care of orthopedic patients.

The interdisciplinary Joint Center Team consists of surgeons; RNs; therapies; case managers/social workers; clerical specialists; CNA/PCTs; and housekeepers who work diligently to deliver individualized quality care to every patient.

Contact:
Megan Webber, BSN, RN
Nurse Manager, Surgical and Joint Center
MWebber@AugustaHealth.com

2 West – Medical Innovation Unit

Medical Innovation is a 32-bed medical/surgical unit that is focused on being the catalyst for new technologies and innovative nursing practice. Team members working on this unit are early adopters of new technology, new equipment, and nursing practice models. Nurses on this unit care for adult patients who are acutely ill with a wide variety of medical problems. The patient population on Medical Innovation includes renal, pulmonary, infectious disease, GI issues, hospice, and more. As a nurse on our unit, you will be a part of a multidisciplinary team to coordinate direct patient care, education, and serve as the leader of the patient care team. You will obtain a strong knowledge base and feel competent to provide care in diverse and flexible settings. By working on Medical Innovation, you have immediate opportunities to impact the future of nursing, lift up your voice within shared governance, and drive changes within organizational nursing practice.

Contact:
Sara King, BSN, RN
Nurse Manager, 2 West
SKing@AugustaHealth.com

2 East – Dedicated Education Unit

Dedication Education Unit is a 22-bed unit focused on teaching our new graduated nurses’ foundational skills during the first stages of their orientation.  Nurses working on this unit are highly engaged preceptors who strive to leave their legacy within the next generation of nurses.  Nurses on this unit care for adult patients who are acutely ill with a wide variety of medical problems. The patient population on the Dedicated Education Unit includes renal, pulmonary, infectious disease, GI issues, hospice, and more. As a nurse on our unit, you will be a part of a multidisciplinary team to coordinate direct patient care, education, and serve as the leader of the patient care team while teaching our next generation of nurses. By working on Dedicated Education Unit, you have immediate opportunities impact the future of nursing, be a part of shared governance, and lead changes within organizational nursing practice.

Contact:
Debbie Sprouse, MSN, RN
Nurse Manager, 2 East
DBSprouse@AugustaHealth.com

Our professional practice and education department drives nursing professional development at Augusta Health.  We have nurses and interdisciplinary professionals responsible for orientation, resuscitation courses, clinical education, transition to practice programs, educational events with contact hour, and professional growth programs.

In 2023, our professional development specialist achieved approved provider of continuous professional development status through the Virginia Nurses Association (VNA) offering on-site FREE contact hour events for nurses.  This team of professionals are able to make an impact throughout the continuum of a nurses career and share their wealthy of knowledge and experience.

Contact:
Nina Carter, MSN, RN, CMSRN
Director of Professional Practice
NMCarter@AugustaHealth.com

Nursing supervision is a unique department with flexible scheduling.  These highly trained nurses oversee, support, and drive nursing operations in collaboration with other nurse leaders.  Nurses working in this department are highly skilled and demonstrate problem-solving skills.  These clinical leaders offer tremendous support to all team members on all shifts.

Contact:
Lindsey Scott, BSN, RN, CEN, TCRN, CNML
Director of Patient Flow Optimization and Staffing
LScott@AugustaHealth.com

Operating Room Services at Augusta Health combines community care with state-of-the-art technology to provide quality, patient-centered care.

As an OR RN, you’ll have the opportunity to work in a high-tech surgery suite and perform a wide range of services to your patient from scheduled elective cases to emergent surgical procedures. You’ll plan and perform nursing care to patients from a variety of acuity levels during the operative phase while being responsible for providing a safe environment during the surgical procedure.

We’re looking for someone who is energetic and likes to work in a fast-paced environment. If you have an interest in becoming part of an award winning joint replacement program or a new and rapidly growing robotic surgery team, then this is the job for you!

Contact:
Holly Guthrie, BSN RN
Clinical Nurse Manager, Operating Room
HGuthrie@AugustaHealth.com

The Outpatient Pavilion nurses will ensure a safe pre-, intra-, and post-operative environment.  The state-of-the-art pavilion offers two paths within the outpatient area including Operating Room (OR) nurses and Pre-Post nurses.  Pre-Post nurses care for patients immediately after surgery as well as pre-operatively while coordinating the Pre-Admission details.  The OR nurses care for patient intra-operatively for a variety of outpatient procedures.

Outpatient Surgery is a great fit if you’re energetic and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment.  If you have interest in providing patient-centered care to our community, then this job is for you!

https://www.augustahealth.com/service/outpatient-pavilion/

Contact:
Traci Griffin, MHSA, BSN, RN
Director, Outpatient Surgery Center
TEGriffin@AugustaHealth.com

 As a PACU nurse, you will support our patients in the perioperative phases of care by ensuring a safe post-operative environment while performing critical care for patients immediately after surgery.  Nurses can expect flexible scheduling with call requirements.

We’re looking for someone who is energetic and likes to work in a fast-paced environment. You’ll be responsible for collaborating with anesthesia providers while developing the plan of care for patients of varying acuity levels providing care for patients having elective and emergent procedures. The PACU RN will also be responsible for providing care to patients in the surgery setting during the pre- and post-operative phase of care.

If you have interest in managing post anesthesia care to include pain management, hemodynamic stability, preparing patients for surgery, or educating a patient on postoperative care at home, then this job is for you!

Contact:
Dana Shomo, RN, BSN
Clinical Nurse Manager, PACU
DShomo@AugustaHealth.com

Progressive Care-Telemetry at Augusta Health is a 32-bed unit that cares for adult patients who are acutely ill with a wide variety of medical problems. The patient population includes cardiac; neuro; renal; infectious disease; pulmonary; and more.

As an RN, you will be accountable for the coordination of direct patient care, education, and serve as the leader of the patient care team in a fast paced setting. Nurses on this unit are trained in cardiac rhythm interpretation and work closely with other disciplines to ensure patients receive the highest quality care.

By working on PCU/Tele, you will have immediate opportunities to be a part of shared governance, promote evidence-based practice, and lead organizational change in nursing practice. Our team is dynamic and hardworking. We strive to meet the needs of each individual patient while also ensuring the best patient experience.

Contact:
Lisa Bradley, BSN, RN
Nurse Manager, PCU
LBradley@AugustaHealth.com

Augusta Health values quality and infection prevention as an integral part of the care team.  Nurses in quality resource management drive quality through aggregation, displaying, and evaluating data.  This team collaborates with medical staff and nursing leadership teams to facilitate problem solving and provide evidence to determine appropriate problem solving. Our nurses participate and lead teams in hospital-wide quality and performance improvement programs.

Augusta Health Infection Preventionist are specially trained and knowledgeable in infection prevention and control.  Our nurses coordinate comprehensive organization wide infection surveillance, prevention and control programs. As a valued member of the care coordination team, our infection preventionist work collaboratively with all levels of the organization.  If you are passionate about quality care and infection prevention, these teams are for you!

Contact:
Laurel Molloy
Administrative Director, Quality Resource Management
LMolloy@AugustaHealth.com

Our Skilled Nursing Unit is a 17-bed unit, located inside Augusta Health. Dedicated to promoting and maintaining the health and well-being of our aging population. We understand that illness associated with aging is often a long-term condition that must be incorporated into an altered lifestyle. Our patients have an average 14-day length of stay and are generally recovering from surgery or acute illness.

Our interdisciplinary team consists of medical providers; RNs; LPNs; CNAs; dietitians; physical, occupational, speech, and recreational therapists; as well as social work and case management. We work with our residents to rebuild strength and endurance so they can return to home.

Contact:
Kemper McCauley III, MSN, RN, NE-BC
Clinical Director, Skilled Nursing & Rehab
KMcCauley@AugustaHealth.com

The Augusta Health Inpatient Surgical/Orthopedics Unit is a specialized 24-bed department.  As a proud Orthopedic Center of Excellence organization, surgical/orthopedic nurses provide high quality care to a variety of surgical cases, all in the luxury of private rooms. Our patient population experience a variety of operations ranging from orthopedics, general surgery, thoracic, urology, gynecology, and vascular cases. The Surgical Unit will offer you a chance to utilize your excellent assessment skills and broaden your knowledge of both surgical and medical level of care patients. 

Teamwork is our specialty! Daily the team consisting of RNs, surgeons, therapists, case managers, social workers, clerical specialists, CNA/PCTs, and housekeepers work diligently to deliver individualized quality care to every patient.

Contact:
Megan Webber, BSN, RN
Nurse Manager, Surgical and Joint Center
MWebber@AugustaHealth.com

Augusta Health offers fast, walk-in and virtual care at four Urgent Care Locations (Crozet, Waynesboro, Staunton, and Stuarts Draft).  Our nurses (LPNs and RNs) work collaboratively with Certified Medical Assistants (CMAs) and physicians to provide high-quality patient centered care.  Visits typically include accidents and injuries, ear and eye pain, and acute injuries.  If you are looking for flexible scheduling in a fast-paced environment, you will love this team.

https://www.augustahealth.com/service/urgent-and-telehealth/

Contact:
Michelle Roberson, MBA, MSN, RN
Urgent Care Practice Administrator
MLRobertson@AugustaHealth.com

Our wound healing clinic provides a comprehensive treatment regimen for chronic, non-healing wounds.  Our nurses work in a team approach to collaborate with physicians and specialist to provide comprehensive care through the treatment, education and support process.  Our nurses receive specialty training in wound treatment and hyperbaric oxygen therapy.  As a valued asset to the organization, our nurses are involved in organizational-wide programs to continue to improve skin and wound care to our patient populations. Come join this highly specialized team! https://www.augustahealth.com/service/wound-healing-hyperbaric/

Contact:
Tonya Frazier, BSN, RN, CWS, OMS, CHRN
Clinical Supervisor, Wound Healing and Hyperbarics
Tmeadows@AugustaHealth.com