Registered Nurse - Progressive Care Unit

Sentara Health • Harrisonburg, VA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Sentara RMH Medical Center is now hiring a Registered Nurse for the Progressive Care unit. This position is ideal for candidates who have experience or interest in working in a high acuity unit. The patient population includes individuals experiencing pain, shortness of breath, fatigue, numbness, and problems with sleep. The role involves assisting families with medical decisions by providing a better understanding of the medical condition and choices for medical care. Strong customer service and a great work ethic are sought after. A sign-on bonus of up to $20,000 is offered, along with relocation assistance.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree in Nursing or Bachelor's Degree in Nursing.
• Registered Nurse license.
• Previous acute care experience preferred, but not required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a high acuity unit.
• Interest in working in a high acuity unit.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Great work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Performing a competent level of nursing care as demonstrated by the nursing process (assessment, diagnosis, outcomes identification, planning, implementation, coordination of care, teaching and health promotion, and evaluation).
• Adhering to standards of professional performance including ethics, culturally congruent practice, communication, collaboration, leadership, education, evidence-based practice/nursing research, quality, evaluation, resource utilization, and environmental health.
• Possessing clinical knowledge and skills to meet standards as required by specific clinical areas.
• Participating in the 10-week Transition to Practice (TTP) program, which focuses on orientation and intentional knowledge support and skill acquisition for practice in Medical-Surgical areas. For new graduates, this is the start of a comprehensive 6-month residency program.
• Engaging in formal delivery of fundamental nursing concepts and standards through in-person sessions utilizing case studies, gaming, simulation, and skills labs.
• Gaining exposure to Sentara policies and evidence-based practice guidelines.
• Receiving hands-on experience alongside a trained nurse preceptor.
• Having the opportunity to share experiences and network with peers in a safe, protected environment.
• Participating in a series of virtual professional development sessions with mentoring (optional for experienced nurses).

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 if established system and employee eligibility criteria are met
• Sign-on bonus up to $20,000
• Relocation assistance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree