Registered Nurse (RN) - Emergency Department (ED)

Sentara Hospitals•Virginia Beach, VA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Come join the Sentara Princess Anne Hospital Emergency Department, who was recently recognized with the 2025 ENA Lantern Award. A Distinction given to fewer than 100 EDs nationwide. The Lantern Award recognizes departments that demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence in leadership, interdisciplinary collaboration, patient care, and staff well-being. Up to a $15,000 Sign on Bonus for qualified candidates! SHIFT: Full time, 36 hours per week - Evenings shift Unit Description: The Sentara Princess Anne Hospital provides exceptional emergency care to patients 24 hours a day, seven days a week with expert staff, cutting-edge technology and specialty services, including: Board-certified emergency physicians Emergency nurses certified in advanced cardiac life support, trauma and pediatric certifications Pediatric-trained team to treat children of all ages Overnight observation rooms for children and a separate family-friendly waiting area Seamless connection to easily accessible radiology department Landing pad for Nightingale Regional Air Ambulance to ensure quicker treatment in emergency situations Job Description: The Registered Nurse will play a critical role in delivering high-quality, compassionate care to a diverse patient population. Your responsibilities will encompass all aspects of patient care, including conducting thorough assessments, designing and implementing personalized care plans, administering medications and treatments, and evaluating patient responses to interventions. You will work closely with an interdisciplinary team of healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care and ensure continuity throughout the treatment process. In this role, you will educate patients and their families about health conditions, treatments, and post-discharge care, empowering them to make informed decisions about their health. You will monitor and record vital signs, observe changes in patient conditions, and respond promptly with appropriate interventions. Utilizing sound clinical judgment, you will address complex health situations, consult with medical team members as needed, and document all care in accordance with regulatory and organizational standards. The RN is expected to uphold the highest standards of patient safety, adhere to evidence-based protocols, and contribute to a supportive and empathetic environment. As a patient advocate, you will work tirelessly to ensure each patient’s comfort, dignity, and well-being while fostering trust and a sense of security. This role demands a commitment to continuous learning, adaptability to evolving healthcare practices, and dedication to promoting the mission and values of the healthcare organization. Responsible for performing competent level of nursing care as demonstrated by the critical thinking model known as the nursing process. Possesses clinical know l e d ge and s kills to meet s tandards as required by clinical area( s). Exhibits sound knowledge and understanding of routine nursing procedures and RN and LPN scope of practice.

Requirements

ADN required, BSN or higher preferred
Virginia or compact multistate RN (Registered Nurse) license in good standing
BLS within 90 days of hire
ACLS & PALS or ENPC within 1 year of hire
2 years Nursing Experience in a hospital setting required

Nice To Haves

RN Experience in the ED highly preferred

Responsibilities

conducting thorough assessments
designing and implementing personalized care plans
administering medications and treatments
evaluating patient responses to interventions
coordinate patient care and ensure continuity throughout the treatment process
educate patients and their families about health conditions, treatments, and post-discharge care
monitor and record vital signs
observe changes in patient conditions
respond promptly with appropriate interventions
address complex health situations
consult with medical team members as needed
document all care in accordance with regulatory and organizational standards
uphold the highest standards of patient safety
adhere to evidence-based protocols
contribute to a supportive and empathetic environment
ensure each patient’s comfort, dignity, and well-being while fostering trust and a sense of security
performing competent level of nursing care as demonstrated by the critical thinking model known as the nursing process
Possesses clinical knowledge and skills to meet standards as required by clinical area(s)
Exhibits sound knowledge and understanding of routine nursing procedures and RN and LPN scope of practice

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