ATC Travelers A·Virginia Beach, Virginia
The Registered Nurse provides specialized care to patients in the Progressive Care Unit, including continuous monitoring and complex medical treatments. They collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop care plans and ensure patient safety through compassionate advocacy.
Job Summary Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse for the Progressive Care Unit (PCU). The PCU RN provides specialized care to patients with complex medical conditions, including cardiac, respiratory, and post-surgical cases. This role requires advanced monitoring, including telemetry, and a high level of nursing intervention for patients needing closer monitoring than medical/surgical units, but less than the ICU. The RN will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure patient safety and positive outcomes. Key Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive assessments and continuous monitoring of patient vitals and telemetry data.
Administer medications, manage intravenous lines, and perform complex medical treatments.
Develop, implement, and update individualized care plans in collaboration with physicians.
Educate patients and families on disease management and post-discharge self-care.
Act as a patient advocate, providing compassionate care and support to families.
Maintain accurate documentation of patient care and treatment within the electronic health record system.
ATC Healthcare Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status or any other category protected by Federal, State or local law. M/F/D/V EOE
Candidates must be graduates of an accredited nursing program with an active Virginia RN license and 1-2 years of acute care experience. Required certifications include BLS and ACLS, with NIHSS preferred.
Market context
In Virginia, nursing-related roles are typically supported by steady demand across hospitals, clinics, and long-term care settings. These positions are competitive because employers often look for both patient-care experience and current credentials, and this role requires a high school diploma, BLS certification, and one of several entry pathways such as CNA, EMT-B, Medical Assistant graduate status, or nursing program progress. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your certification status and clinical hours before applying.