Emergency Department (ED) - Registered Nurse (RN)

sentara; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $15,000

Job summary

Sentara Leigh Hospital in Norfolk, VA seeks a Registered Nurse for a high‑volume Emergency Department. The role offers full‑time, weekend‑days, with 7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.

shifts and permanent weekends. You will join a large ED with 40+ beds and 100k+ annual visits, delivering patient‑centered care and engaging in continuous learning and teamwork. Starting pay for new grads is $36.00/hour; base pay ranges from $41.93 to $61.01/hour, with potential bonuses and shift incentives.

Qualifications

• RN license required
• BLS required within 90 days of hire
• ED/ER experience preferred
• Certificates like NIHSS/TCRN/SCRN/TNCC/CEN/PALS/ACLS preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide patient‑centered nursing care using the nursing process: assessment, planning, implementation, coordination of care, teaching.
• Apply clinical knowledge with sound judgment and professional standards.
• Contribute to ethics, communication, leadership, education, and quality improvement in the ED.

Skills

Nursing skills

Emergency care

Patient assessment

Team collaboration

Education

Degree or diploma in Registered Nursing required

BSN or MSN preferred

Students completing an accredited nursing program may be considered

Job description

City/State

Norfolk, VA

Work Shift

Multiple shifts available

Overview

Registered Nurse (RN) - Emergency Department

Sentara Leigh Hospital | Norfolk, Virginia | Full Time, Weekend Days

Make an impact where every moment matters. Sentara Leigh Hospital is seeking Registered Nurses to join our high-volume, fast-paced Emergency Department. Whether you are an experienced RN or a new graduate ready to begin your emergency nursing career, you will find exceptional learning opportunities, strong team support, and meaningful work.

Sign-On Bonus

Up to $15,000 sign-on bonus for qualified applicants. Ask the recruiter for eligibility and program details.

Location & Position Details

Location: Sentara Norfolk General Hospital - Norfolk, VA

Position Status: Full-time, 36 hours per week

Shift: Permanent Weekends Only Day shift

Available Hours: 7:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Weekends: Every (Permanent weekends)

Holiday Rotation: Required

About the Emergency Department

Join a collaborative team serving patients across all acuity levels in an Emergency Department with more than 40 beds and over 100,000 patient visits annually . Multiple treatment areas provide diverse clinical exposure and opportunities to strengthen your emergency nursing skills while contributing to quality outcomes and performance excellence.

What You Will Do

As a Registered Nurse, you will provide competent, patient-centered nursing care using the nursing process: assessment, diagnosis, outcomes identification, planning, implementation, coordination of care, teaching, health promotion, evaluation.

You will apply clinical knowledge and sound judgment while demonstrating professional standards in ethics, culturally congruent practice, communication, collaboration, leadership, education, evidence-based practice, quality, resource utilization, and environmental health.

Education Requirements

• Degree or diploma in Registered Nursing required
• BSN or MSN preferred
• Students completing an accredited nursing program may be considered

Certification/Licensure Requirements

• Registered Nurse license required
• Students in the process of obtaining a Registered Nurse license may be considered
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 90 days of hire
• NIHSS, TCRN, SCRN, TNCC, CEN, PALS, and ACLS preferred

Experience Requirements

• Prior RN experience preferred
• Emergency Department experience preferred
• Strong candidates with related acute care, critical care, intermediate care, trauma, cardiac, stroke, or med/surg experience are encouraged to apply

Support for New Graduates and New-to-Specialty Nurses

Our Transition to Practice/Nurse Residency program supports the move into Emergency Department practice through structured orientation, intentional knowledge development, and hands-on skill acquisition.

Nurse Residency and Transition to Practice Programs at Sentara

Sentara Health launches nurse residency program amid nationwide shortage of nurses | 13newsnow.com

Unique 6-Month Program Includes

• Automatic enrollment for RNs with less than 12 months of experience or those transitioning to a new practice area
• General nursing orientation
• Specialty clinical track residency
• Professional development sessions
• Mentorship and unit-based preceptors

Compensation

We're excited to share our starting pay rate for new graduate registered nurses with less than 1 year of experience is $36.00/hour

We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, and benefits. The base pay range for full-time employment is $41.93 - $61.01 hourly. Additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, on-call pay, overtime, shift premiums, extra-shift incentives, or bonus opportunities. Compensation within the range may vary based on qualifications, experience, location, market conditions, and business needs.

About Sentara Leigh Hospital

Located in Norfolk, Virginia, Sentara Leigh Hospital is a 274-bed acute care facility with modern patient towers, a welcoming atrium, and convenient parking. The hospital includes a dedicated Orthopedic Hospital and provides comprehensive services in orthopedic and spine care, heart and vascular care, maternity care, general surgery, rehabilitation, and home care.

Sentara Leigh Hospital is a Magnet-recognized hospital for nursing excellence and an accredited Primary Stroke Center. It is also home to the region's only 24-hour hyperbaric oxygen program.

Join Our Team

Bring your skills, compassion, and commitment to a team focused on People, Quality, Patient Safety, Service, and Integrity. Help us improve health every day and become the healthcare choice of the communities we serve.

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Benefits

Sentara offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; 401(k)/403(b) with employer match; paid time off (vacation, sick tim