Registered Nurse - Same Day Surgery

Sentara Health • Hampton, VA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Sentara CarePlex Hospital is currently recruiting for a Registered Nurse for Same Surgery. Our facility operates between 0530 and 2100. Primary Shift: Daytime hours. Requirement: Occasional evening shifts are required to support the late-day surgical schedule. On-Call: Participation in a call rotation is required. Specific details regarding call frequency and response times will be discussed during the interview. We are seeking a versatile and skilled Registered Nurse to join our Same Day Surgery team. This role is perfect for a clinician who thrives on variety, as you will provide care for a diverse patient population undergoing a wide range of surgical interventions. In this position, you 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. Our center handles a high acuity mix of cases. You will provide specialized perianesthesia care for procedures including, but not limited to: Vascular & Oncology, Orthopedics & General Surgery, Urology & Gynecology, Bariatrics.

Requirements

• Virginia or Compact Multi-State License in good standing
• Basic Life Support (BLS) within 90 days of hire
• RN-Associate’s Degree, or RN-Bachelor’s Degree, or RN-Diploma, or RN-Master’s Degree
• Active, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• BLS and ACLS required.
• Minimum 1–2 years of RN experience.
• Strong IV skills and the ability to educate patients across various surgical disciplines.

Nice To Haves

• Background in surgical services, ICU, or ER is strongly preferred due to the mixed-specialty nature of the unit.

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

• 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: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree