Post Anesthesia Care Unit RN

sentara; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

Paid Time Off

401k/403B with Employer Match

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital in Norfolk, VA is seeking a Registered Nurse to deliver high-quality patient care. You will conduct thorough assessments, design and implement care plans, administer medications and therapies, and evaluate responses to interventions within an interdisciplinary team.

You will educate patients and families, monitor vitals, and uphold safety standards. The role emphasizes continuous learning, compassionate care, and alignment with Sentara’s mission and values.

Qualifications

• RN licensed to practice in Virginia.
• Basic Life Support within 90 days of hire.
• ACLS within 90 days; PALS within 90 days.
• Oncology Nursing Society/ONCC chemotherapy provider certification within 6 months.
• NRP within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care across units with clinical judgment.
• Assess patient needs and design individualized care plans.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Monitor vital signs and respond to changes promptly.
• Document care per regulatory and organizational standards.

Skills

Nursing Skills

Patient Assessment

Medication Administration

Care Plan Design

Education

RN license

Tools

ACLS

PALS

NRP

ONCC Chemotherapy Card

Job description

City/State Norfolk, VA

Work Shift First (Days)

Overview: Description

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 knowledge and skills to meet standards as required by clinical area( s). Exhibits sound knowledge and understanding of routine nursing procedures and RN and LPN scope of practice.

Key Responsibilities

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.

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, 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 specialized services. As a recognized accredited Comprehensive Stroke Center, and Magnet hospital for nursing excellence, our hospital specializes in heart and vascular, neurosciences, neurosurgery, urology, oncology, spine care, advanced imaging, behavioral health, maternity, and women's health, including a state-of-the-art neonatal intensive care unit.

Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an