Registered Nurse Intermediate Care Stepdown.

Sentara Hospitals•Williamsburg, VA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center in Williamsburg, VA is seeking a Registered Nurse for their 3 South- Acute Cardiac/Stroke Unit. This is a full-time, day shift position with a sign-on bonus of up to $15,000 for qualified candidates. The Acute Cardiac/Stroke Unit (3 South) provides specialized care for patients with a wide range of cardiac conditions, including heart failure, cardiac rhythm disturbances, newly implanted permanent pacemakers and defibrillators, post-coronary interventions, post-ablation care, and myocardial infarctions. The unit also manages pre- and post-catheterization patients, as well as those experiencing acute stroke. This 24-bed unit cares for patients with higher acuity than a typical medical-surgical unit. 3 South offers an exciting opportunity for nurses seeking growth in a dynamic, high-acuity environment. As part of a certified stroke center and a Magnet-designated organization, Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center offers a collaborative setting where nurses can thrive and advance their expertise in cardiac care. Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center, a Certified Primary Stroke Center, has 145 licensed beds and features the latest healthcare technologies, serving the region with the life-saving capabilities of an ultra-modern medical center. The hospital offers a full range of medical care from emergency heart catheterization to all-inclusive obstetrics care where patients can stay in one room. The hospital also provides advanced imaging and “smart” operating rooms. Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center has also achieved Magnet® recognition, the nation's highest honor for excellence in nursing. 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.

Requirements

Degree or Diploma from an accredited Registered Nursing Program
Students in the process of completing an accredited nursing program.
Students in the process of obtaining a Registered Nursing License
BLS within 90 days of hire.
Critical Care/IMCU ACLS within 1 year of hire
NIHSS within 1 year of hire

Nice To Haves

BSN or MSN preferred.
Acute care nursing experience preferred
Background in Stroke or Telemetry preferred

Responsibilities

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.

Benefits

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