Registered Nurse (RN)- Operating Room (OR)

Sentara Hospitals • Suffolk, VA

14d • Onsite

About The Position

Join the skilled surgical team at Sentara Obici Hospital , where excellence in patient care and innovation come together in a collaborative, supportive environment. We’re seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Operating Room team , providing high-quality, patient-centered care to those undergoing surgical procedures. At Sentara Obici Hospital , a 175-bed, full-service community hospital in Suffolk, Virginia , you’ll experience the perfect balance of advanced medical technology and compassionate care. Our hospital is known for its strong sense of teamwork, commitment to quality outcomes, and dedication to professional growth. The Operating Room RN plays a critical role in ensuring safe, efficient, and compassionate surgical care. This position requires a strong clinical foundation, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment. You’ll provide direct patient care using the nursing proces s —assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation—while coordinating with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and fellow nursing staff to deliver seamless care throughout the perioperative experience.

Requirements

• Current RN License or eligibility in the Commonwealth of Virginia (required)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 90 days of hire

Nice To Haves

• BSN or MSN preferred
• Specialty certifications as applicable to area (e.g., ACLS, PALS, NRP) within specified timeframes
• Previous OR experience preferred, but open to RNs with a passion for surgical care and a commitment to learning

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, effective, and compassionate care for surgical patients before, during, and after procedures
• Perform comprehensive patient assessments and develop individualized plans of care
• Maintain sterile technique and enforce infection control standards
• Collaborate with surgeons and surgical teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes
• Document nursing assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately and timely
• Serve as a patient advocate, ensuring comfort, dignity, and clear communication throughout the surgical process
• Participate in ongoing education, training, and quality improvement initiatives

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and shift differentials
• Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, and 401(k))
• Tuition assistance and continuing education opportunities
• Onsite childcare for employees
• Magnet®-recognized organization promoting nursing excellence
• Supportive environment fostering teamwork, respect, and professional growth
• 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
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees