Registered Nurse (RN) Intermediate Care/Step Down Unit

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

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus of up to $20,000

Nurse Residency Program for new graduates

Job summary

Sentara Healthcare Inc. is hiring a Registered Nurse (RN) for the Intermediate Care/Step Down Unit at Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital. The role offers a full-time night shift schedule and a $7500 sign-on bonus for new graduates. With a supportive team environment and a Nurse Residency Program, Sentara focuses on successful transition and ongoing development for its nursing staff. Interested candidates must have a degree in nursing and a registered nursing license.

Qualifications

• Registered nursing License is required.
• Students in the process of obtaining a Registered Nursing License accepted.
• BLS required within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide care in the Intermediate Care/Step Down Unit.
• Participate in hands-on training as part of the Nurse Residency Program.
• Work in a team-based care environment.

Education

Degree or Diploma in Registered Nursing

Bachelor of Science Nursing - BSN or MSN (Preferred)

Students in the process of completing an accredited nursing program

Job description

Sign On Bonus of up to $20,000 for qualified candidates!

Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital is hiring a Registered Nurse (RN) for the Intermediate Care/Step Down Unit-3 East.

Hours/Shift:

Full‑time, night shift 7p - 7a

NEW GRADS WELCOME: $7500 Sign on Bonus

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. Are you looking to enter the specialties of Medical Surgical nursing, Intermediate Care, Critical Care, Emergency Care, the Operating room, or Women’s Health? Available across all 12 Sentara hospitals, this immersive program combines practical skills with hands‑on training, professional development, and mentoring, empowering you to confidently transition into your nursing career.

Education

• Degree or Diploma in Registered Nursing (required)
• Bachelor of Science Nursing- BSN or MSN (Preferred)
• Students in the process of completing an accredited nursing program.

Certification/Licensure

• Registered nursing License (Required)
• Students in the process of obtaining a Registered Nursing License.
• BLS required within 90 days of hire

Experience

• None required

Department/Position Overview

The 3East - Intermediate Care Unit at SentaraVirginiaBeachGeneral enjoys a supportive team environment and nurse patient ratio including a unit based nurse educator, team coordinator and manager. The unit has an active Partnership council and is currently involved with the hospital Magnet redesignation journey. All new grad RNs receive a 10 to 12-week clinical preceptorship as well as enrollment in the Transition to Practice Program. If you are seeking a fast paced, team based care environment- 3East is the place for you! The patient population on this unit may include: sepsis, hemorrhage, stroke, cardiac, trauma, post op, substance withdrawal, diabetic ketoacidosis.

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