Registered Nurse (RN) Observation Surgical Short Stay

Sentara Health • Charlottesville, VA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital is hiring a Full-Time Day shift Registered Nurse for our Short Stay/ Surgical Observation Unit! Wendell 2 is an award-winning Surgical Short Stay unit with 24 beds, specializing in women’s health, ortho/spine, general surgery, and bariatrics, with a ratio of 1:5 or 1:6. These are all short stay populations with heavy discharge turnover. Operating primarily on 12-hour shifts with weekend rotations, the team includes Patient Care Technicians covering 8-12 patients, Unit Coordinators, Resource Nurses, and an outstanding Educator with over 20 years of experience. The unit emphasizes comprehensive staff development through a robust orientation program where managers and educators meet biweekly to optimize learning, making it an ideal environment for both experienced nurses and new graduates seeking skill development. Wendell 2 fosters a collaborative atmosphere with a multidisciplinary team, blending the resources of a major medical center with community hospital warmth, all while maintaining a focus on patient safety and quality care. Recognized for excellence, their proactive leadership and innovative practices earned them the prestigious Big Cup Award for 2025, reflecting a culture of continuous improvement and outstanding patient outcomes. Sentara Martha Jefferson has under a 12.6% RN Turnover rate and Patient Satisfaction scores are highest in the system at Martha Jefferson.

Requirements

• Education Degree or Diploma in Registered Nursing (required)
• Registered nursing License (Required)
• BLS required within 90 days of hire

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science Nursing- BSN or MSN (Preferred)
• 1 year of acute care experience (preferred)
• Previous healthcare experience (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in a fast-paced surgical short stay unit.
• Manage patient discharges with heavy turnover.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.
• Participate in a robust orientation and staff development program.
• Maintain a focus on patient safety and quality care.

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
• Discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
• Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000
• Reimbursement for certifications
• Free access to complete CEUs and professional development
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Resources Plan
• Opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus
• Sign On bonus up to $15,000 for qualified candidates
• Free Parking

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED