Registered Nurse (RN) - Emergency Department (ER)

Sentara Healthcare Inc; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

Sentara Obici Hospital in Suffolk, VA is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for our fast-paced Emergency Department. Full-time day, evening, and night shifts (12-hour) are available. A sign-on bonus up to $20,000 is offered for qualified candidates, with a starting pay rate for new grads at $36.00/hour.

Mandatory call and orientation details apply; two-year ER or acute care experience is preferred. This role emphasizes patient safety, teamwork, and high-quality care in a Magnet-designated facility.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse license required (VA license or multi-state).
• Degree or Diploma in Nursing; BSN preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, compassionate nursing care to a diverse patient population.
• Conduct thorough assessments and design personalized care plans; administer medications and treatments.
• Coordinate patient care with an interdisciplinary team to ensure continuity of treatment.
• Educate patients and families about health conditions, treatments, and post-discharge care.
• Monitor vital signs, respond to patient changes, and document all care per standards.

Skills

Emergency Room

Critical Care

Acute Care

Communication

Patient Education

Education

Registered Nurse degree/diploma

BSN preferred

Tools

ACLS

PALS

BLS

Job description

Sentara Obici Hospital is hiring a Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Emergency Department! Full Time- Day, Evening, and Night shift (12 hour). If you're looking for a fast-paced, team-centered environment where every day brings new challenges and meaningful impact, this is the opportunity for you.

Sign on Bonus up to $20,000 available for qualified candidates!

For many of our Registered Nurse roles, we welcomenew graduate applicants. We're excited to share our starting pay rate fornew graduate registered nurses with less than 1 year of experience is $36.00/hr.

Required Call: Full Time nurses have 16 hours of required call per 6 weeks. Part Time Nurses have 12 hours of required call per 6 weeks.

Experienced Nurse Orientation: Experienced Registered Nurses can expect an orientation period of 10 weeks on the unit.

Why Choose Sentara Obici Hospital?

• Onsite childcare for team members providing a safe, nurturing environment
• Free parking and shuttle service
• Paid time off and tuition assistance
• Opportunities for advancement within Sentara Health
• Recognition programs for nursing excellence
• Outstanding Transition to Practice and Nurse Residency programs to help you succeed!

Emergency Department: 37 bed unit to include a dedicated 5-bed Behavioral Health Safe Suite located within the department. Approximately 53K visits per year (approx. 150/day) This well supported department is centered around teamwork and patient- first mindset. In an emergency, quick access to skilled care makes all the difference. That's why Sentara offers access to emergency services 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Our management team has been long standing and diligent about building a cohesive and dedicated care team to serve the Suffolk, VA area. 2 Years of hospital-based RN experience is preferred for this role.

The Emergency Department is also located with easy access is the landing pad for Nightingale Regional Air Ambulance to ensure a quicker treatment in emergencies

Education

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

Certification/Licensure

• Registered nursing License (Required)
• ACLS required prior to completion of orientation
• PALS required prior to completion of orientation
• BLS required within 90 days of hire

Experience

• 2 years of Emergency Room Experience (Preferred)
• Critical care experience in hospital preferred
• 2 years of acute care Registered Nurse Experience preferred
• Manages complex cases in fast-paced environments
• Communication with patients and providers

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.

Keywords: ED RN, Emergency Nurse, ED Nurse, Critical Care, Trauma

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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 Obici Hospital, a 175-bed state-of-the-art facility, is located on Godwin Boulevard in Suffolk, VA. Our full-service hospital continues a legacy of providing residents of Western Tidewater with high-quality, patient-centered care. As a recognized accredited Primary Stroke Center, and Magnet hospital for nursing excellence, the hospital specializes in orthopedic and spine, heart and vascular, advanced imaging, gynecological and comprehensive breast services, behavioral health, maternity, weight loss surgery, and a heartburn treatment center.