Registered Nurse, Behavioral Health Unit

Sentara Healthcare Inc; Norfolk, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 58,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital in Norfolk, VA is hiring a Registered Nurse (RN) for the Behavioral Health Unit. The role requires nursing care using the nursing process and adherence to standards of practice. A sign-on bonus up to $20,000 is offered for qualified candidates, with full-time night shifts.

Education requirements include RN-Diploma/ASN/BSN/MSN and Virginia license. Benefits include a comprehensive package and shift differentials may apply.

Qualifications

• RN-Diploma, ASN, BSN or MSN from an accredited school (Required).
• BSN or MSN (Preferred).
• Virginia or Compact Multi-State RN License in good standing.
• Basic Life Support Certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform nursing care at a competent level using the nursing process.
• Apply standards of practice and professional performance in patient care.

Skills

Critical thinking

Nursing care

Communication

Collaboration

Education

RN Diploma

ASN

BSN

MSN

Job description

Sentara is hiring a Registered Nurse (RN) at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital's Behavioral Health Unit in Norfolk, Virginia.

Sign on Bonus up to $20,000 offered for qualified candidates.

Full-Time Nights

The Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible to perform a competent level of nursing care as demonstrated by the critical thinking model known as the nursing process. The standards of practice (assessment, diagnosis, outcomes identification, planning, implementation, coordination of care- teaching and health promotion and evaluation) along with the standards of professional performance (ethics, culturally congruent practice, communication, collaboration, leadership, education, evidence- based practice /nursing research, quality, evaluation, resource utilization, and environmental health) encompass the actions and foundation of professional nursing. The RN possesses clinical knowledge and skills to meet standards as required by specific clinical areas.

Department Overview:

Sentara offers both inpatient and outpatient behavioral health services to patients 18 and older who are in crisis due to mental illness, emotional distress, or destructive behavior patterns. Because our treatment facilities are located within local hospitals, patients have access to the full range of both psychiatric and medical care. This is especially helpful for patients experiencing symptoms that are confusing and impact their physical health. Join a team that is committed not only to our patients but also to the personal and professional growth of our staff!

Education

• RN-Diploma, ASN, BSN or MSN from an accredited school (Required)
• BSN or MSN (Preferred)

Certification/Licensure

• Virginia or Compact Multi-State RN License in good standing
• Basic Life Support Certification

Keywords:

RN, Registered Nurse, mental health, psych, BSN, ADN

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.

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 time, and holidays)
• paid parental and military leave
• educational assistance or student loan repayment
• and voluntary benefits

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.ed Imaging Center at Sentara Princess Anne Hospital is conveniently located in the heart of Virginia Beach and offers high-speed digital diagnostic equipment that provides faster and more precise results. The center provides one of the region's most advanced imaging technologies interpreted by board certified radiologists specializing in various areas of imaging.