Registered Nurse (RN) - Ortho/Spine and Bariatrics Unit

Sentara Health; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite childcare

Free parking

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Nurse Residency program

Job summary

Sentara Obici Hospital in Suffolk, VA is hiring a Registered Nurse (RN) to join the Ortho/Spine/Bariatrics Unit. Night shifts and multiple shifts are available. A sign-on bonus of up to $20,000 is offered for nights, with $7,500 for new graduates.

The unit handles high-acuity surgical patients with a 1:5 or 1:6 nurse-to-patient ratio and strong preceptor support. The role emphasizes nursing process, patient education, and collaboration within a Magnet-designated facility that supports

Qualifications

• 1 year of acute care nursing experience preferred
• New graduates welcome
• BLS certification required within 90 days of hire

Responsibilities

• Deliver competent nursing care following the nursing process.
• Maintain standards of practice and professional performance.
• Coordinate care with the care team and document appropriately.

Skills

Acute care nursing

BLS certified

New graduate friendly

Education

RN degree or diploma

BSN preferred

Job description

Overview

City/State: Suffolk, VA

Work Shift: Multiple shifts available, including night shift.

Sentara Obici Hospital is hiring a Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Ortho/Spine/Bariatrics Unit.

Sign on bonus: up to $20,000 available for qualified candidates on nights, and $7,500 available for new graduates.

About the Unit

The 1 East Surgery Unit is a 24‑bed unit specializing in orthopedics, spine, and bariatrics, providing high‑quality short‑stay care. The RN staff can expect a 1:5 or 1:6 patient ratio and an average of 6‑8 patient discharges per shift. The unit also sees high acuity surgical patients from endoscopy, general surgery, and GI. The environment is fast‑paced and staffed with patient care technicians, unit coordinators, and experienced preceptors to foster learning and professional growth.

We are nationally recognized through the Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program (MBSAQIP), undergoing independent peer evaluations to maintain uniform standards and continuous improvement.

Why Choose Sentara Obici Hospital?

• Onsite childcare for team members
• Free parking and shuttle service
• Paid time off and tuition assistance
• Recognition programs for nursing excellence
• Outstanding Transition to Practice and Nurse Residency programs to help you succeed

Transition to Practice Programs

• No separate application required; automatic enrollment for RN with less than 12 months experience or transitioning to a new practice area
• General Nursing Orientation
• Specialty Clinical Track Residency
• Professional Development Sessions
• Mentoring and Unit‑based Preceptors

Responsibilities

The Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for delivering competent nursing care based on the nursing process—assessment, diagnosis, outcomes identification, planning, implementation, coordination of care—along with teaching, health promotion, and evaluation. The RN upholds standards of practice (assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, coordination of care, teaching, health promotion, evaluation) and professional performance (ethics, culturally congruent practice, communication, collaboration, leadership, education, evidence‑based practice, nursing research, quality, evaluation, resource utilization, environmental health).

Education

• Degree or Diploma in Registered Nursing (required)
• Student in process of obtaining degree in Registered Nursing
• Bachelor of Science Nursing (BSN) or Master of Science Nursing (MSN) preferred

Certification and Licensure

• Registered Nursing License (required)
• Student in progress of obtaining licensure
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 90 days of hire

Experience

• 1 year of acute care nursing experience preferred
• No experience required – new graduates welcome
• Previous experience in GI, Endoscopy, Surgical, step‑down, or pre/post preferred

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 and Short‑Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
• Life Insurance
• 401k/403B with Employer Match
• Tuition Assistance – $5,250 per year and discounted opportunities through Guild Education
• Student Debt Pay Down – up to $10,000
• Reimbursement for certifications and free access to CEUs and professional development
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Resources Plan
• Potential for annual discretionary bonus based on eligibility

Hospital Overview

Sentara Obici Hospital is a 175‑bed state‑of‑the‑art facility located on Godwin Boulevard in Suffolk, VA. It is a Magnet hospital for nursing excellence and a recognized accredited Primary Stroke Center. The hospital provides high‑quality, patient‑centered care across a comprehensive range of specialties, including orthopedics, spine, heart & vascular, advanced imaging, gynecology, breast services, behavioral health, maternity, weight‑loss surgery, and a heartburn treatment center.

Sentara Health is an equal‑opportunity employer and values diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We are proud to employ a workforce of almost 30,000 members and maintain a tobacco‑free environment.