Registered Nurse (RN) - Vascular Intermediate Care Unit (Stepdown)

Sentara; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse for its Vascular Stepdown/Intermediate Care Unit. This role offers a unique opportunity to work with a diverse patient population, specializing in vascular surgeries and renal/pancreas transplants. New graduates are encouraged to apply, with an 11-week Transition to Practice program designed to support your growth and skill development. Join a collaborative team that values critical thinking, communication, and leadership, all while making a significant impact on patient care. With a competitive sign-on bonus and relocation assistance, this position is ideal for those looking to advance their nursing career in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Sign on bonus up to $20,000

Relocation assistance

Comprehensive residency program

Support for PCCN certification

Qualifications

• Registered Nursing Degree required; BSN or MSN preferred.
• BLS certification required within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform competent nursing care using the nursing process.
• Coordinate care and promote health for patients.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Patient Care

Communication

Collaboration

Leadership

Education

Degree or Diploma in Registered Nursing

Bachelor of Science Nursing (BSN)

Master of Science Nursing (MSN)

Tools

BLS Certification

Job description

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital in Norfolk, Virginia is seeking a Registered Nurse for our Vascular Stepdown/Intermediate Care Unit (IMCU) - 9K

Sign on bonus up to $20,000 available for qualified candidates. Relocation can be provided!

Hours: Full Time (36 hr/week)

Overview:

The Registered Nursing (RN) is responsible for performing 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.

What we are:

9 Kaufman is a 24-bed stepdown intermediate care unit that specializes in vascular surgery, telemetry, and renal/pancreas transplant patients. 9 Kaufman is part of the Surgical Specialty Team at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital (SNGH). Staffing is comprised of RNs, LPNs, NCPs (nursing care partners), UAs (unit ambassadors), and CSAs (clinical support associates).

What we do:

Some of 9 Kaufman's vascular surgeries include aortic aneurysm repair, carotid endarterectomy, femoral bypass surgeries, and amputations. 9 Kaufman is an extension of the renal/pancreas transplant team to include the outpatient transplant center, and all the nurses on 9 Kaufman are specially trained and can sit for the PCCN certification, which we will help you obtain. All the beds on 9 Kaufman are monitored beds. 9 Kaufman cares for a variety of patients with telemetry needs, providing an environment conducive to extensive learning and skill development. You will be exposed to many types of patients on 9 Kaufman, aiding in your ability to provide great care to anyone that chooses Sentara Norfolk General Hospital to meet their healthcare needs.

Nurse to patient ratio on 9 Kaufman is 1:4.

New Grad RNs are Welcome to Apply!

This unit welcomes new graduate nurses and experienced nurses moving into this specialty. The 11-week Transition to Practice program focuses on the orientation transition experience with intentional knowledge support and skill acquisition for practice in IMC areas. For new graduates, this TTP program is the start of a comprehensive 6-month residency program to support your transition to practice.

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