Registered Nurse (RN) - Emergency Department (ER)

Sentara Health; United States; On-site; USD 58,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Parental & Family Leave

401k/403B with Match

Tuition Assistance

Student Debt Pay Down

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Job summary

Sentara Obici Hospital in Suffolk, VA, is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse for the Emergency Department. Full-time positions available across Day, Evening, and Night shifts (12-hour). Orientation is 10 weeks on the unit, with a sign-on bonus up to $20,000 for qualified candidates.

Base pay ranges from $41.93 to $61.01 hourly, with starting pay for new grads at $36.00/hr. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, and more.

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Registered Nursing (required).
• Bachelor of Science Nursing (BSN) or MSN (Preferred).
• 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.
• 2 years of Emergency Room experience preferred or hospital critical care experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, compassionate care to a diverse patient population.
• Design and implement personalized care plans and administer medications.
• Monitor vital signs and patient responses, document care per standards.
• Educate patients and families about conditions, treatments, and post-discharge care.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure continuity of care.

Skills

RN experience

ER experience

ACLS

PALS

BLS

Education

BSN preferred

MSN preferred

Job description

City/State: Suffolk, VA

Work Shift

Multiple shifts available.

Full Time- Day, Evening, and Night shift (12 hour).

Sign on Bonus and Compensation

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

We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, and benefits.

Base pay range for full-time employment is $41.93 - $61.01 hourly.

Starting pay rate for new graduate registered nurses with less than 1 year of experience is $36.00/hr.

Call Requirements

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

Orientation

Experienced registered nurses can expect an orientation period of 10 weeks on the unit.

About Sentara Obici Hospital

Sentara Obici Hospital is a 175-bed state-of-the-art facility 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.

Sentara Health is a Virginia and Northeastern North Carolina based non-for-profit integrated healthcare provider that has been in business for over 131 years.

Sentara offers professional development and a continued employment philosophy!

Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce.

Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.

For positions that are available as remote work, Sentara Health employs associates in the following states: Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.

Emergency Department

The Emergency Department is a 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.

Sentara offers access to emergency services 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

It is located next to the landing pad for Nightingale Regional Air Ambulance to ensure a quicker treatment in emergencies.

Preferred Qualifications

2 Years of hospital-based RN experience is preferred for this role.

Requirements

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.

Responsibilities

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.

Benefits

Benefits:

Caring For Your Family and Your Career

• Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
• Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
• Emergency Backup Care
• Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
• Life Insurance
• 401k/403B with Employer Match
• Tuition Assistance - $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
• Student Debt Pay Down - $10,000
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Resources Plan

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.

Equal Opportunity

Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.

Remote Work Locations

The following states: Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.