Registered Nurse (RN) - Emergency Department (ED)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Night shift differential

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Sentara Leigh Hospital in Norfolk, VA is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for the Emergency Department. This full-time night-shift role offers exposure to a high-volume ED with more than 40 beds and 100,000 visits annually, plus a 36-hour work week and a third weekend rotation.

You will provide patient-centered care using the nursing process, pursue a Nurse Residency program for new grads, and may qualify for a sign-on bonus up to $20,000.

Qualifications

• RN license required
• BSN or MSN preferred
• Students completing an accredited nursing program may be considered
• BLS within 90 days of hire
• NIHSS, TCRN, SCRN, TNCC, CEN, PALS, and ACLS preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide competent, patient-centered nursing care using the nursing process (assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, evaluation)
• Apply clinical knowledge with sound judgment and professional standards
• Support transition to practice through nurse residency and structured orientation

Skills

RN Experience

Emergency Nursing

Team Collaboration

Patient Care

Education

RN degree/diploma

BSN/MSN preferred

RN license required

Job description

Location and Shift

City/State: Norfolk, VA

Work Shift: Third (Nights)

Overview

Registered Nurse (RN) - Emergency Department

Sentara Leigh Hospital | Norfolk, Virginia | Full Time, Nights

Make an impact where every moment matters. Sentara Leigh Hospital is seeking Registered Nurses to join our high-volume, fast-paced Emergency Department. Whether you are an experienced RN or a new graduate ready to begin your emergency nursing career, you will find exceptional learning opportunities, strong team support, and meaningful work.

Up to $20,000 sign-on bonus for qualified applicants.

Position Details

Location: Sentara Norfolk General Hospital - Norfolk, VA

Position Status: Full-time, 36 hours per week

Shift: Night shift

Available Hours: 7:00 p.m. - 7:00 a.m.

Weekends: Every THIRD weekend availability required

Holiday Rotation: Required

About the Emergency Department

Join a collaborative team serving patients across all acuity levels in an Emergency Department with more than 40 beds and over 100,000 patient visits annually. Multiple treatment areas provide diverse clinical exposure and opportunities to strengthen your emergency nursing skills while contributing to quality outcomes and performance excellence.

What You Will Do

As a Registered Nurse, you will provide competent, patient-centered nursing care using the nursing process: assessment, diagnosis, outcomes identification, planning, implementation, coordination of care, teaching, health promotion, and evaluation.

You will apply clinical knowledge and sound judgment while demonstrating professional standards in ethics, culturally congruent practice, communication, collaboration, leadership, education, evidence-based practice, quality, resource utilization, and environmental health.

Education Requirements

• Degree or diploma in Registered Nursing required
• BSN or MSN preferred
• Students completing an accredited nursing program may be considered

Certification/Licensure Requirements

• Registered Nurse license required
• Students in the process of obtaining a Registered Nurse license may be considered
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 90 days of hire
• NIHSS, TCRN, SCRN, TNCC, CEN, PALS, and ACLS preferred

Experience Requirements

• Prior RN 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

Support for New Graduates and New-to-Specialty Nurses

Our Transition to Practice/Nurse Residency program supports the move into Emergency Department practice through structured orientation, intentional knowledge development, and hands‑on skill acquisition.

Nurse Residency and Transition to Practice Programs at Sentara

Sentara Health launches nurse residency program amid nationwide shortage of nurses | 13newsnow.com

Unique 6-Month Program Includes:

• Automatic enrollment for RNs with less than 12 months of experience or those transitioning to a new practice area
• General nursing orientation
• Specialty clinical track residency
• Professional development sessions
• Mentorship and unit-based preceptors

Compensation

We're excited to share our starting pay rate for new graduate registered nurses with less than 1 year of experience is $36.00/hour

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.

About Sentara Leigh Hospital

Located in Norfolk, Virginia, Sentara Leigh Hospital is a 274‑bed acute care facility with modern patient towers, a welcoming atrium, and convenient parking. The hospital includes a dedicated Orthopedic Hospital and provides comprehensive services in orthopedic and spine care, heart and vascular care, maternity care, general surgery, rehabilitation, and home care.

Sentara Leigh Hospital is a Magnet‑recognized hospital for nursing excellence and an accredited Primary Stroke Center. It is also home to the region's only 24‑hour hyperbaric oxygen program.

Join Our Team

Bring your skills, compassion, and commitment to a team focused on People, Quality, Patient Safety, Service, and Integrity. Help us improve health every day and become the healthcare choice of the communities we serve.

Benefits

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