Registered Nurse (RN) – Labor and Delivery (L&D) and Postpartum Care

Sentara Hospitals•Suffolk, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Sentara Obici Hospital is seeking motivated Registered Nurses to join their dedicated nursing team in the Labor and Delivery and Postpartum Care Unit. This role involves providing high-quality, patient-centered care in a supportive environment that values teamwork and professional growth. Sentara Obici Hospital, a 175-bed, full-service community hospital in Suffolk, Virginia, is known for its compassionate care and strong teamwork. The hospital offers advanced medical services and is a recognized accredited Primary Stroke Center and Magnet hospital for nursing excellence. The Labor and Delivery and Postpartum Care Unit is a fast-paced, 22-bed department with 10 L&D/Triage rooms, 12 Post Partum Rooms, and a 20-room dedicated nursery. The unit provides comprehensive care for laboring patients from admission to discharge, including labor and delivery, recovery, and postpartum care, as well as care for OBGYN surgical patients such as those undergoing hysterectomies and mastectomies. The department is recognized for its top patient experience and frequently has Daisy Award winners, and is currently seeking AWHONN designation.

Requirements

RN-Associate’s Degree, RN-Bachelor’s Degree, RN-Diploma, or RN-Master’s Degree
Virginia or Compact Multi-State License in good standing
Basic Life Support (BLS) within 90 days of hire
ACLS and PALS or ENPC within one (1) year of hire
New graduates will only be considered if they have completed a preceptorship at Obici L&D and Postpartum Care

Nice To Haves

BSN or MSN preferred
At least 1 year of acute care nursing experience (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)
Adhere to 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)
Possess clinical knowledge and skills to meet standards as required by specific clinical areas
Provide care for laboring patients from admission to discharge, including labor and delivery, recovery, and postpartum care
Care for OBGYN surgical patients, including those undergoing hysterectomies and mastectomies

Benefits

Sign-on bonus up to $15,000 for qualified candidates
Competitive compensation and shift differentials
Comprehensive benefits package
Onsite childcare for team members
Paid time off and tuition assistance
Opportunities for advancement within Sentara Health
Recognition programs for nursing excellence
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
Opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met