Dear RNs and Future RNs,As Chief Nursing Officer / Chief Clinical Officer, I am pleased that you are considering the University of Virginia Health System as you plan your career. UVa nurses bring to life our organization's commitment to excellence and they exhibit a great passion for patient care. Their dedication inspires me to continue my efforts to improve the work environment at the bedside so they can deliver excellent patient care and take pride in their daily work. I take my role as a nurse seriously. As a chief administrator, I am proud of our nurses' confidence in my ability to ensure they can practice in an environment that supports their autonomy, health, and welfare. For me, what was once a passion for hands-on care has become a passion to advocate for nurses and nursing -- in the CEO's office, in the board room, at the legislature and in the community at large. Our comprehensive orientation program will prepare you for practice in our academic medical center. We are committed to your ongoing education with tuition support programs. We actively foster evidence-based practice through our Nursing Research Program. I hope you will take time to review the wealth of information on our web site. Please contact us at 1-866-RNS-4UVA or come visit UVa in Charlottesville Virginia, a uniquely cosmopolitan city. You and UVa will make a great team. Come join us! Your career and our patients will benefit!
- Pamela F. Cipriano, PhD, RN, FAAN |
