Registered Nurse Intermediate Care Stepdown.

Sentara Healthcare Inc; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign on Bonus up to $15,000

Job summary

Sentara Healthcare Inc in Williamsburg, VA is looking for a full-time Registered Nurse to join their Acute Cardiac/Stroke Unit. This role offers a supportive environment for nurses with less than 12 months experience through the Registered Nurse Transition to Practice Programs.

The position involves caring for patients with complex cardiac conditions and participating in professional development opportunities. A sign-on bonus of up to $15,000 is available for qualified candidates.

Qualifications

• Competent level of nursing care demonstrated by critical thinking.
• Ability to assess, diagnose, plan, implement, and evaluate care.
• Knowledge of cardiac care standards and practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized care for cardiac and stroke patients.
• Manage pre- and post-catheterization care.
• Participate in professional development sessions.

Skills

Critical thinking

Collaboration

Patient care

Communication

Education

Degree or Diploma from an accredited Registered Nursing Program

BSN or MSN preferred

Job description

Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center in

Williamsburg, VA.

Registered Nurse for 3 South- Acute Cardiac/Stroke Unit

Full Time

DAY shift

Sign on Bonus up to $15,000 available for qualified candidates!

Hours: 6:45 AM to 7:15 PM with rotating weekend schedule.

TheAcute Cardiac/Stroke Unit (3 South) at Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center provides specialized care for patients with a wide range of cardiac conditions, including heart failure, cardiac rhythm disturbances, newly implanted permanent pacemakers and defibrillators, post‑coronary interventions, post‑ablation care, and myocardial infarctions. The unit also manages pre‑ and post‑catheterization patients, as well as those experiencing acute stroke.

This 24‑bed unit cares for patients with higher acuity than a typical medical‑surgical unit. 3 South provides an exciting opportunity for nurses seeking growth in a dynamic, high‑acuity environment. As part of a certified stroke center and a Magnet‑designated organization recognized for excellence in patient care, Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center offers a collaborative setting where nurses can thrive and advance their expertise in cardiac care.

Registered Nurse Transition to Practice Programs at Sentara

Unique 6-Month Program Includes:

• No separate application required, automatic enrollment for any RN with less than 12 months experience or transitioning to a new practice area.
• General Nursing Orientation
• Specialty Clinical Track Residency
• Professional Development Sessions
• Mentoring and Unit-based Preceptor

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.

Education

• Degree or Diploma from an accredited Registered Nursing Program
• BSN or MSN preferred.
• Students in process of completing an accredited nursing program.

Certification/Licensure

• Students in the process of obtaining a Registered Nursing License
• BLS within 90 days of hire.
• Critical Care/IMCU ACLS within 1 year of hire
• NIHSS within 1 year of hire

Experience

• Acute care nursing experience preferred
• Background in Stroke or Telemetry preferred
• None Required