Registered Nurse (RN) Med Surg Telemetry
About The Position
Sentara Obici Hospital is hiring a Registered Nurse for 2 South- Acute Cardiac/Stroke Unit. This is a Full Time, Day Shift position in Suffolk, VA. The Acute Cardiac/Stroke Unit at Sentara Obici Hospital provides care for patients with cardiac conditions including heart failure, cardiac rhythm disturbances, newly implanted permanent pacemakers and defibrillators, post-coronary interventions, post-ablation, myocardial infarctions. 2 South also cares for pre/post catheterization, acute stroke, and post procedural neuro cases. This 25-bed unit sees a ratio of 1:6 with assistance of Patient Care Techs. The unit cares for patients with acuity higher than a typical medical-surgical unit. 2 South Acute Cardiac is also preparing for a transition to a Cardiac PCU step-down before year's end, making it an exciting opportunity for nurses seeking growth in a dynamic, high-acuity setting. Recognized as a certified stroke center and holding magnet designation for excellence in patient care, Sentara Obici provides a collaborative environment for nurses to thrive and develop their expertise in cardiac and neuro care.
Requirements
- Registered Nursing Program Degree or Diploma from an accredited institution.
- Students in the process of completing an accredited nursing program.
- Students in the process of obtaining a Registered Nursing License.
- BLS within 90 days of hire.
- Critical Care/IMCU ACLS within 1 year of hire.
- NIH within 1 year of hire.
Nice To Haves
- BSN or MSN preferred.
- Acute care nursing experience preferred.
- Background in Stroke or Telemetry preferred.
Responsibilities
- Perform a competent level of nursing care as demonstrated by the critical thinking model known as the nursing process.
- Adhere to the standards of practice (assessment, diagnosis, outcomes identification, planning, implementation, coordination of care- teaching and health promotion and evaluation).
- Adhere to the standards of professional performance (ethics, culturally congruent practice, communication, collaboration, leadership, education, evidence-based practice /nursing research, quality, evaluation, resource utilization, and environmental health).
- Utilize clinical knowledge and skills to meet standards as required by specific clinical areas.
Benefits
- Sign on Bonus up to $15,000 available for qualified candidates!
- Onsite childcare for team members
- Free parking and shuttle service
- Paid time off and tuition assistance
- Recognition programs for nursing excellence
- Outstanding Transition to Practice and Nurse Residency programs
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
