Registered Nurse - Emergency Department (RN ED)

ATC Travelers A • Norfolk, VA

22h • Onsite

About The Position

The Emergency Department (ED) Registered Nurse (RN) at Sentara Leigh Hospital delivers fast-paced, high-acuity care to patients presenting with a wide range of emergent medical needs. Working in a collaborative, award-winning environment, the ED RN utilizes rapid assessment and critical thinking to stabilize patients, assist providers, and champion patient safety.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Registered Nursing program.
• Current, active Registered Nurse (RN) license to practice in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
• Minimum of 1–2 years of recent acute care or emergency nursing experience.
• Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) required.
• Excellent communication, crisis de-escalation, and adaptability in high-stress, unpredictable situations.

Nice To Haves

• TNCC, ENPC, and CEN are highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform rapid, accurate, and ongoing clinical assessments of patients presenting to the emergency department.
• Implement personalized care plans, administer medications/treatments, and document all outcomes accurately in the EMR.
• Assist with emergency procedures, crisis management, and coordinate care for urgent cases, including supporting the Nightingale Regional Air Ambulance landing pad.
• Adhere strictly to EMTALA regulations, HIPAA, and infection prevention standards.
• Act as a patient advocate, educating patients and families about health conditions, procedures, and discharge plans.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree