Registered Nurse (RN) - Flexi/PRN - Short Stay Unit

City/State Suffolk, VA Work Shift First (Days) Overview

• Sentara Obici Hospital is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Surgical Short Stay (SSU) Observation Unit! Flexi/PRN - Days About the Unit The Observation/Short Stay Unit is an 18-bed department that specializes in observation, post-procedural monitoring, and short-term treatments, including TIA workups, stress tests, and radiology procedures. The maximum stay is typically two days per patient. Registered nurses can expect between 6 and 8 patient discharges per shift, with a nurse-to-patient ratio of approximately 1:5 to 1:6. The unit is supported by a highly skilled team of unit coordinators, educators, and a nurse manager. It benefits from low staff turnover and a strong culture of collaboration. Additional PCT staff are available to assist with ambulation and patient care. This well-supported team is ideal for both new graduate nurses and experienced Registered Nurses looking to expand their skills. Sentara Obici Hospital is recognized as a certified stroke center and holds magnet designation for excellence in patient care. Why Choose Sentara Obici Hospital? Onsite childcare for team members providing a safe, nurturing environment. Free parking and shuttle service Paid time off and tuition assistance Opportunities for advancement within Sentara Health- Clinical Ladder program Recognition programs for nursing excellence Outstanding Transition to Practice and Nurse Residency programs to help you succeed!
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• Includes: No separate application required, automatic enrollment for any RN with less than 12 months experience or transitioning to a new practice area. General Nursing Orientation Specialty Clinical Track Residency Professional Development Sessions Mentoring and
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• Officer: Nursing Opportunities at Sentara Obici Hospital The Registered Nursing (RN) is responsible to perform a competent level of nursing care as demonstrated by the critical thinking model known as the nursing process. The standards of practice (assessment, diagnosis, outcomes identification, planning, implementation, coordination of care- teaching and health promotion and evaluation) along with 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) encompass the actions and foundation of professional nursing. The RN possesses clinical knowledge and skills to meet standards as required by specific clinical areas Education Students in process of obtaining Degree or Diploma in Registered Nursing Degree or Diploma in Registered Nursing (required) Bachelor of Science Nursing- BSN or MSN (Preferred) Certification/Licensure Students in process of obtaining Registered nursing licensure Registered nursing License (Required) BLS required within 90 days of hire Experience None required 1 year of acute care (preferred)