Registered Nurse (RN) Acute Cardiac/Stroke

Sentara Health • Suffolk, VA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Sentara Obici Hospital is hiring a Registered Nurse for 2 South- Acute Cardiac/Stroke Unit. This is a Full Time, Night shift position in Suffolk, VA. Sign on Bonus up to $20,000 available for qualified candidates! Hours: 7PM to 7AM with rotating weekend schedule. The Acute Cardiac/Stroke Unit at Sentara Obici Hospital provides care for patients with cardiac conditions including heart failure, cardiac rhythm disturbances, newly implanted permanent pacemakers and defibrillators, post- coronary interventions, post-ablation, myocardial infarctions. 2 South also cares for pre/post catheterization, acute stroke, and post procedural neuro cases. This 25-bed unit sees a ratio of 1:6 with assistance of Patient Care Techs with a ratio of 1:8 on average. The unit cares for patients with acuity higher than a typical medical-surgical unit. 2 South Acute Cardiac is also preparing for a transition to a Cardiac PCU step-down before year's end, making it an exciting opportunity for nurses seeking growth in a dynamic, high-acuity setting. Recognized as a certified stroke center and holding magnet designation for excellence in patient care, Sentara Obici provides a collaborative environment for nurses to thrive and develop their expertise in cardiac and neuro care. Why Choose Sentara Obici Hospital? Onsite childcare for team members providing a safe, nurturing environment Free parking and shuttle service Paid time off and tuition assistance Opportunities for advancement within Sentara Health- Clinical Ladder program 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: Unique 6-Month Program Includes: 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 Preceptor 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.

Requirements

• Degree or Diploma from an accredited Registered Nursing Program
• Students in 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
• NIH within 1 year of hire
• Acute care nursing experience preferred

Nice To Haves

• BSN or MSN preferred.
• Background in Stroke or Telemetry preferred

Responsibilities

• perform a competent level of nursing care as demonstrated by the critical thinking model known as the nursing process.
• assessment
• diagnosis
• outcomes identification
• planning
• implementation
• coordination of care- teaching and health promotion and evaluation
• ethics
• culturally congruent practice
• communication
• collaboration
• leadership
• education
• evidence- based practice /nursing research
• quality
• evaluation
• resource utilization
• environmental health
• 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

What This Job Offers

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