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

Sentara Health; United States; On-site; USD 41,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite childcare

Free parking

Shuttle service

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Nurse residency program

Official Transition to Practice

Job summary

Sentara Obici Hospital in Suffolk, VA is hiring a Registered Nurse for the 1 East Surgery Unit (Ortho/Spine/Bariatrics). Night shifts available with sign-on bonuses up to $20,000 for qualified nights and $7,500 for new grads.

The unit is a 24-bed area with 1:5 to 1:6 nurse-to-patient ratios, offering comprehensive orientation and opportunities for professional growth. The role supports MBSAQIP-accredited surgical care, with strong learning support from preceptors and unit coordinators.

Qualifications

• Education Degree or Diploma in Registered Nursing (required).
• BLS certification required (within 90 days of hire).
• Registered nursing license (Required).
• 1 year of acute care experience preferred; new grads considered.

Responsibilities

• Provide competent nursing care following the nursing process.
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care for orthopedics/spine/bariatrics patients.
• Collaborate with PCTs, unit coordinators and preceptors to ensure quality care.
• Support transitions and discharge planning for short-stay patients.

Skills

RN license

Acute care

Patient care

Clinical skills

Education

Registered nursing degree

BSN preferred

Job description

City/State Suffolk, VA Work Shift Multiple shifts available Overview: Sentara Obici Hospital is hiring a Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Ortho/Spine/ Bariatrics Unit! We have night shift available. Sign on bonus up to $20,000 available for qualified candidates on nights. Sign on bonus of $7500 available for new grads.

About the Unit: 1 East Surgery Unit is a 24-bed unit specializing in orthopedics, spine, and bariatrics, designed to provide high-quality, short-stay care. The team also sees high acuity surgical patients from Endoscopy, General surgery and GI. Average patient stay is 1 to 2 days. The RN staff can expect a 1:5 or 1:6 ratio and can expect an average of 6 to 8 patient discharges per shift. It is a well-staffed, fast-paced environment that values ongoing staff development through a comprehensive orientation program, where managers and educators meet biweekly to refine learning strategies and enhance clinical skills. This makes 1 East Surgery an excellent environment for both experienced Registered Nurses and new graduates eager to build their expertise. The team is supported by Patient Care Technicians (PCTs) who assist with ambulation, labs, and other patient care tasks, ensuring seamless patient support. The presence of dedicated Unit Coordinators and experienced preceptors fosters a nurturing learning environment, making it an ideal place for skill development, professional growth, and long‑term career advancement for those committed to excellence in surgical and orthopedic patient care. Our surgeons and team are nationally recognized for excellence through the Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program (MBSAQIP). To achieve this, we voluntarily undergo in‑depth independent peer evaluations. MBSAQIP accreditation promotes uniform standards and continuous quality improvement.

Why Choose Sentara Obici Hospital? Onsite childcare for team members provides a safe, nurturing environment just steps away. 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!

Registered Nurse Transition to Practice Programs at Sentara: No separate application required, automatic enrollment for any 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

A message from our Chief Nursing Officer: Nursing Opportunities at Sentara Obici Hospital The Registered Nursing (RN) is responsible to perform a competent level of nursing care as demonstrated by the critical thinking model known as the nursing process. The standards of practice (assessment, diagnosis, outcomes identification, planning, implementation, coordination of care- teaching and health promotion and evaluation) along with the standards of professional performance (ethics, culturally congruent practice, communication, collaboration, leadership, education, evidence- based practice /nursing research, quality, evaluation, resource utilization, and environmental health) encompass the actions and foundation of professional nursing. The RN possesses clinical knowledge and skills to meet standards as required by specific clinical areas.

Education Degree or Diploma in Registered Nursing (required) Students in process of obtaining degree in Registered nursing Bachelor of Science Nursing- BSN or MSN (Preferred)

Certification/Licensure Registered nursing License (Required) Students in progress of obtaining licensure BLS required within 90 days of hire

Experience 1 year of acute care nursing experience preferred No experience required Previous healthcare experience in GI, Endo, Surgical, stepdown, or pre/post preferred

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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 $36.00 - $36.00 hourly. Additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/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.

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
• Colleagues 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.

Sentara Health is a Virginia and Northeastern North Carolina based not‑for‑profit integrated healthcare provider that has been in business for over 131 years. Offering hundreds of sites of care including 12 hospitals, PACE, home health, hospice, medical groups, imaging services, therapy, outpatient surgery centers, and an 858,000 member health plan. The people of the communities that we serve have nominated Sentara “Employer of Choice” for over ten years. U.S. News and World Report has recognized Sentara as having the Best Hospitals for 15+ years. Sentara offers professional development and a continued employment philosophy!