Registered Nurse (RN)- Operating Room - Flexi/PRN

Sentara Health Plans; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

Tuition assistance up to $5,250/year

Onsite childcare for employees

401k with Employer Match

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Virginia is seeking a dedicated Operating Room RN to deliver safe and compassionate care to surgical patients at Sentara Obici Hospital. Candidates should have a strong clinical foundation, attention to detail, and a commitment to patient advocacy in a collaborative environment. The position offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Current RN License or eligibility in Virginia required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 90 days of hire.
• Previous OR experience preferred but open to passionate RNs.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe and effective surgical care.
• Collaborate with surgeons and nursing staff.
• Document nursing assessments and interventions.

Skills

Patient advocacy

Collaboration with surgical teams

Attention to detail

Compassionate patient care

Education

Current RN License in Virginia

BSN or MSN Preferred

BLS Certification

Job description

**City/State**Suffolk, VA**Work Shift**Rotating**Overview:****About the Role**The **Operating Room RN** plays a critical role in ensuring safe, efficient, and compassionate surgical care. This position requires a strong clinical foundation, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment.You’ll provide direct patient care using the nursing proces**s**—assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation—while coordinating with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and fellow nursing staff to deliver seamless care throughout the perioperative experience.**Key Responsibilities*** Provide safe, effective, and compassionate care for surgical patients before, during, and after procedures* Perform comprehensive patient assessments and develop individualized plans of care* Maintain sterile technique and enforce infection control standards* Collaborate with surgeons and surgical teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes* Document nursing assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately and timely* Serve as a patient advocate, ensuring comfort, dignity, and clear communication throughout the surgical process* Participate in ongoing education, training, and quality improvement initiatives### **Qualifications*** **Current RN License** or eligibility in the Commonwealth of Virginia (required)* **Basic Life Support (BLS)** required within 90 days of hire* **BSN or MSN preferred*** Specialty certifications as applicable to area (e.g., ACLS, PALS, NRP) within specified timeframes* Previous OR experience preferred, but open to RNs with a passion for surgical care and a commitment to learning**Why Join Sentara Obici Hospital*** Competitive compensation and shift differentials* Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, and 401(k))* Tuition assistance and continuing education opportunities* Onsite childcare for employees* Magnet-recognized organization promoting nursing excellence* Supportive environment fostering teamwork, respect, and professional growthIf you’re a dedicated nurse who thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and is passionate about surgical care, **we invite you to join our Operating Room team at Sentara Obici Hospital.****Apply today** and discover how you can grow your career while making a meaningful impact on the lives of patients every day..**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• Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development• Pet Insurance• Legal Resources Plan• Colleagues may have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met**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.**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.In support of our mission “to improve health every day,” this is a tobacco-free environment.**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.Join the skilled surgical team at **Sentara Obici Hospital**, where excellence in patient care and innovation come together in a collaborative, supportive environment. We’re seeking a **Registered Nurse (RN)** to join our **Operating Room team**, providing high-quality, patient-centered care to those undergoing surgical procedures.At **Sentara Obici Hospital**, a 175-bed, full-service community hospital in **Suffolk, Virginia**, you’ll experience the perfect balance of advanced medical technology and compassionate care. Our hospital is known for its strong sense of teamwork, commitment to quality outcomes, and dedication to professional growth.