LPN, Emergency Department (ED) - Part-Time 7p

sentara; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 59,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $4,000

Job summary

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital in Norfolk, VA is seeking a part-time Licensed Practical Nurse for the Emergency Department, a Level I Trauma Center. You will join a fast-paced, high‑performing team providing critical care to trauma and medical emergencies.

The role features a night shift (7:00 pm–7:00 am), 24 hours per week, and weekend requirements with eligibility for up to a $4,000 sign-on bonus. LPN license and ED experience are preferred for strong candidates.

Qualifications

• LPN license required.
• Degree or diploma in Licensed Practical Nursing required.
• Prior LPN or Emergency Department experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality emergency nursing care in a Level I Trauma Center.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to deliver timely, patient-centered care.
• Assist with patient throughput and shift handoffs during nights.

Skills

LPN

ED experience

Critical thinking

Education

LPN license

Job description

City/State

Norfolk, VA

Work Shift

Third (Nights)

Overview

LPN - Emergency Department | Level I Trauma Center

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital is hiring part‑time Licensed Practical Nurses for our Emergency Department, home to Hampton Roads' only Level I Trauma Center. This is an opportunity to join a high‑performing emergency nursing team where clinical skill, teamwork, and purpose come together to make an immediate impact for patients and families across the region.

*Qualified candidates may be eligible for up to a $4,000 sign‑on bonus*

Location

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital - Norfolk, VA

Position Status

Part‑time, 24 hours per week

Shift

Nightshift, 7:00 pm - 7:00 am

Weekends

Every other weekend availability required

Holiday Rotation

Required

Why Join the Sentara Norfolk General Emergency Department?

At Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Emergency Department nurses care for patients in one of the region's most advanced and fast‑paced clinical environments. Our 53‑bed Emergency Department is equipped to manage a wide range of medical emergencies, with approximately 10% of cases related to trauma .

As part of a Level I Trauma Center, you will work alongside experienced emergency medicine providers, specialists, and interdisciplinary teams to deliver timely, high‑quality care when patients need it most. Nurses in this department gain exposure to complex emergency, trauma, cardiac, stroke, critical care, and specialty cases while building advanced clinical skills in a collaborative environment.

Sentara Norfolk General Emergency Department has been recognized with the Emergency Nurses Association Lantern Award , honoring exceptional and innovative leadership, practice, education, advocacy, and research .

Education Requirements

Degree or diploma in Licensed Practical Nursing required

Certification/Licensure Requirements

LPN license required

Experience Requirements

Prior LPN 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

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital is the region's first Magnet hospital, a 525‑bed medical center, a primary teaching facility, and home to the area's only Level I Trauma Center within a 126‑mile region.

Who We're Looking For

We are seeking LPNs who thrive in a fast‑paced setting, communicate effectively, demonstrate strong critical thinking, and are committed to delivering safe, patient‑centered emergency care. Emergency Department experience is preferred, but motivated nurses who are ready to grow in emergency nursing are encouraged to apply.

Incentives and Support

Qualified candidates may be eligible for a sign‑on bonus. Sentara also offers career advancement opportunities, professional development resources, tuition assistance, certification support, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family.

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We provide market‑competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, and benefits. The base pay range for full‑time employment is $28.57 - $43.04 hourly.

Additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/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.

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 have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met.

Here at Sentara, we are committed to consistently enhancing our training, advancement tracks, work‑life benefits, and more. Our goal is to make you feel more excited to be here every day!

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital , located in Norfolk, VA, is a 525‑bed tertiary care facility that is home to the only Level I Adult Trauma Center and burn trauma unit in Hampton Roads, and also serves as the primary teaching hospital for Eastern Virginia Medical School.

In addition to the high‑quality heart program at Sentara Heart Hospital, our facility is home to Nightingale Regional Air Ambulance and several other dedicated facilities and