Registered Nurse Cardiac Surgical IMCU 4H West

Sentara Health; Norfolk (VA); Hybrid; USD 58,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $20,000

Nurse Residency program

Medical, dental, vision, 401(k)

PTO, parental and military leave

Educational assistance

Job summary

Sentara Norfolk General's Heart Hospital in Norfolk, VA is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Cardiac Surgical IMCU. This 24-bed unit provides care for pre- and post-cardiac surgery patients, including bypass and valve procedures. Available shifts: Days and Nights.

New graduates are welcome to apply. The program offers a Nurse Residency to support transition. Up to $20,000 sign-on and a comprehensive benefits package accompany this role. Licensure and certifications required as stated.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree or Diploma in Registered Nursing is required.
• BSN/MSN is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide competent nursing care per the nursing process and standards.
• Care for pre- and post-cardiac surgery patients in the IMCU.
• Collaborate with healthcare team to promote patient health and safety.

Education

Associate’s Degree or Diploma in Registered Nursing

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or MSN (Preferred)

Job description

Sentara Norfolk General's Heart Hospital in Norfolk, Virginia is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Cardiac Surgical IMCU!

Up to $20,000 Sign-On Bonus for qualified candidates!

Available shifts: Days and Nights

The Registered Nursing (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.

Cardiac Surgical IMCU Overview:

This 24-bed cardiac surgical/procedural IMCU provides care to pre and post cardiac surgery patients to include: bypass surgery, cardiac valve repairs/replacements, thoracic surgery/lung diagnostics, and other cardiac based procedures and treatments such as ablations, left atrial appendages, ICDs, and permanent pacemakers.

• Provides a high level of care to patients with cardiac arrhythmias, heart failure, and chest pain.
• Nurses handle 3-4 patients on this unit based on acuity level.

Education:

• Associate’s Degree or Diploma in Registered Nursing (required)
• Bachelor of Science Nursing- BSN or MSN (Preferred)

Certification/Licensure:

• Virginia RN License Virginia or Compact/Multi-State Eligible.
• All Direct Care RN's required to have BLS within 90 days of hire.
• Critical Care/IMCU ACLS within 1 year of hire

Experience:

• None required
• Previous healthcare experience (preferred)
• New Graduate Nurses Welcome

New Graduate Nurses welcome to apply!

Kickstart your nursing career with Sentara’s dynamic 6-month Nurse Residency program, designed specifically for new graduate RNs with less than one year experience.At Sentara we believe in setting our nurses up for success from day one, which is why all new graduates are automatically enrolled-no extra paperwork or applications.The IMCU Residency program combines practical skills with hands-on training, professional development, and mentoring, empowering you to confidently transition into your nursing career.

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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 $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.