Direct Care RN Full Time Days

sentara; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to provide high-quality patient care. Responsibilities include assessments, care planning, medication administration, and coordinating with an interdisciplinary team to ensure seamless treatment across the patient journey.

The role emphasizes patient education, advocacy, and adherence to best practices and safety standards in a Magnet-recognized environment with opportunities for ongoing learning.

Qualifications

• Must hold Basic Life Support (BLS) within 90 days of hire.
• ACLS within 90 days for Critical Care/ICU.
• PALS within 90 days for Inpatient Pediatrics.
• ONS/ONCC or Sentara approved course Chemotherapy & Biotherapy Provider Card within 6 months.
• NRP within 6 months for Women’s Care.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive assessments and develop individualized care plans.
• Administer medications and Treatments and monitor responses.
• Coordinate care with interdisciplinary team to ensure continuity.
• Educate patients and families about conditions, treatments and post-discharge care.
• Document all care following regulatory and organizational standards.

Skills

BLS

ACLS

PALS

Nursing assessment

Patient education

Education

RN licensure

Job description

City/State: Williamsburg, VA

Work Shift: First (Days)

Overview:

The Registered Nurse will play a critical role in delivering high-quality, compassionate care to a diverse patient population. Your responsibilities will encompass all aspects of patient care, including conducting thorough assessments, designing and implementing personalized care plans, administering medications and treatments, and evaluating patient responses to interventions. You will work closely with an interdisciplinary team of healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care and ensure continuity throughout the treatment process. In this role, you will educate patients and their families about health conditions, treatments, and post-discharge care, empowering them to make informed decisions about their health. You will monitor and record vital signs, observe changes in patient conditions, and respond promptly with appropriate interventions. Utilizing sound clinical judgment, you will address complex health situations, consult with medical team members as needed, and document all care in accordance with regulatory and organizational standards. The RN is expected to uphold the highest standards of patient safety, adhere to evidence-based protocols, and contribute to a supportive and empathetic environment. As a patient advocate, you will work tirelessly to ensure each patient's comfort, dignity, and well-being while fostering trust and a sense of security. This role demands a commitment to continuous learning, adaptability to evolving healthcare practices, and dedication to promoting the mission and values of the healthcare organization. Responsible for performing competent level of nursing care as demonstrated by the critical thinking model known as the nursing process. Possesses clinical know l e d ge and s kills to meet s tandards as required by clinical area( s). Exhibits sound knowledge and understanding of routine nursing procedures and RN and LPN scope of practice.

Other Requirements

• All Direct Care Registered Nurses must have Basic Life Support within 90 days of hire.
• Must meet and maintain any additional Life Support requirements defined by the clinical area:
• Critical Care/Intermediate Care Unit - Advance Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) within 90 days of hire.
• Emergency Care - ACLS & Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) within 90 days of hire.
• Oncology Care - Oncology Nursing Society (ONS)/Oncology Nursing Certification Corporation (ONCC) or Sentara approved course Chemotherapy & Biotherapy Provider Card within 6 months of hire.
• Women's Care - Perinatal departments; Neonatal Resuscitation Program Certification (NRP) within 6 months of hire.
• Inpatient Pediatrics - PALS within 90 days of hire.

Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career

• Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
• Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
• Emergency Backup Care
• Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
• Life Insurance
• 401k/403B with Employer Match
• Tuition Assistance - $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
• Student Debt Pay Down - $10,000
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Resources Plan
• Colleagues may have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met

Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center , a Certified Primary Stroke Center, has 145 licensed beds and features the latest healthcare technologies, serving the region with the life-saving capabilities of an ultra-modern medical center. The hospital offers a full range of medical care from emergency heart catheterization to all-inclusive obstetrics care where patients can stay in one room. The hospital also provides advanced imaging and 'smart' operating rooms. Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center has also achieved Magnet recognition, the nation's highest honor for excellence in nursing. We improve health every day, come be a part of the community.

Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.

In support of our mission 'to improve health every day,' this is a tobacco-free environment.

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