Registered Nurse (RN) - New Grad AHRT Float

Sentara Hospitals•Suffolk, VA

55d•Onsite

About The Position

Sentara Obici Hospital is hiring new graduate Registered Nurses into our Intermediate Care Unit (IMCU) / Medical Surgical AHRT Float Program. This program is designed for licensed new graduate Registered Nurses to gain valuable nursing experience by orienting and working on Medical Surgical Units and Intermediate Care Units (IMCU/Stepdown). The role involves receiving full-time benefits and new graduate pay while working on a Rotation Team to provide a variety of patient experiences. Nurses will rotate between inpatient units every 12 weeks and may remain in the program for a maximum of 2 years. After one year, nurses may apply to any unit of their choice. The Registered Nurse (RN) - New Graduate delivers nursing and patient care during the first year of practice, transitioning from academic preparation to independent professional practice. Working under the guidance of preceptors and experienced registered nurses, and supported by the organization's nurse residency and onboarding program, this role involves assessing patients, delivering care, administering medications, and documenting in the electronic health record within a growing scope of competency. A structured, well-supported first year builds the clinical judgment, confidence, and safety habits that shape a nurse's entire career. As competencies are validated, the new graduate takes on progressively greater autonomy and patient complexity, moving steadily toward the full, independent practice of a staff registered nurse.

Requirements

Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) is required.
Entry level. Zero to one year of nursing experience.
Clinical rotations completed during nursing school are expected.
Current state RN license is required upon hire.
Successful completion of the NCLEX-RN examination is required.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.
Foundational nursing knowledge and developing clinical judgment.
Growing skill in assessment, care planning, and medication administration under guidance.
Openness to feedback, coaching, and precepted learning.
Proficiency with the electronic health record and clinical documentation.
Safe practice within scope and prompt escalation of concerns.
Time management and prioritization across a patient assignment.
Clear communication with patients, families, and the care team.
Commitment to residency education and competency validation.

Nice To Haves

A Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provides nursing and patient care during the first year of practice within a growing scope of competency.
Works under the guidance of preceptors and experienced registered nurses to build clinical skills and judgment.
Completes patient assessments and contributes to individualized care plans.
Administers medications and treatments safely and escalates concerns promptly.
Participates in the nurse residency, onboarding, and competency validation program.
Documents assessments, interventions, and outcomes in the electronic health record.
Takes on progressively greater autonomy and patient complexity as competencies are validated.
Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team and communicates clearly with patients and families.
Follows safety, infection control, and DNV/CMS standards at all times.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

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
Pet Insurance
Legal Resources Plan
Annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met.