Registered Nurse - Same Day Surgery
About The Position
Sentara CarePlex Hospital is recruiting for a Registered Nurse for Same Day Surgery. The facility operates between 0530 and 2100, with a primary shift of daytime hours and occasional evening shifts required to support the late-day surgical schedule. Participation in a call rotation is required. This role is for a versatile and skilled Registered Nurse to join the Same Day Surgery team, providing care for a diverse patient population undergoing a wide range of surgical interventions. The nurse will rotate between Pre-Operative Preparation and Phase II Recovery/Discharge, serving as a critical link in the patient's surgical journey from arrival to home-going. The center handles a high acuity mix of cases, providing specialized perianesthesia care for procedures including Vascular & Oncology, Orthopedics & General Surgery, Urology & Gynecology, and Bariatrics.
Requirements
- Virginia or Compact Multi-State License in good standing
- Basic Life Support (BLS) within 90 days of hire
- ACLS required
- Minimum 1–2 years of RN experience
- Active, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license
- Strong IV skills
- Ability to educate patients across various surgical disciplines
- RN-Associate’s Degree, or RN-Bachelor’s Degree, or RN-Diploma, or RN-Master’s Degree
Nice To Haves
- Background in surgical services, ICU, or ER
Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive physical assessments, initiate IV access, and ensure patients are clinically and emotionally prepared for surgery.
- Manage Phase II recovery, focusing on pain management, hemodynamic stability, and surgical site monitoring.
- Adapt nursing interventions based on the specific needs of the surgical specialty (e.g., mobility protocols for Orthopedics or education for Bariatric patients).
- Educate patients and caregivers on post-operative instructions, medications, and warning signs to ensure a safe transition home.
Benefits
- Generous Sign-on Bonus: $15K
- Relocation Assistance available for qualified candidates
- 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 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
