Sentara Health·Newport News, Virginia
Provide high-quality patient care across various specialty areas including cancer care, heart and vascular, and neurosciences. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams in acute care, ambulatory, and rehabilitation settings to improve community health.
City/State: Hampton, VA
Work Shift: Multiple shifts available
Sentara CarePlex Hospital
A close-knit, community hospital environment that supports nursing growth through a Magnet®-designated culture, tuition assistance, clinical ladder programs, specialized training opportunities, and DAISY Award recognition
Opportunities to work across a wide range of specialty areas including cancer care, heart & vascular, maternity, neurosciences, orthopedics, spine care, and specialized orthopedic services
Convenient on-site dining options including ExpressOasis for specialty coffees, sandwiches, salads, and pastries, plus The Healthy Connection juice & smoothie bar
Strong community partnerships, including the SCH Food Locker Program with the Virginia Peninsula Foodbank, providing free nutritious food resources for employees and community members in need
A beautiful, calming campus with thoughtfully designed landscaped spaces you’ll enjoy coming to every day
Convenient location with easy access to public transportation and free on-site parking
An inclusive workplace culture supported by more than a dozen Diversity Councils across the enterprise
Sentara Port Warwick
Sentara Port Warwick is a comprehensive medical campus in Newport News offering a wide range of services including Emergency & Urgent Care, Ambulatory Surgery, Specialty Care, Therapy & Rehabilitation, Wound & Hyperbaric Care, and Advanced Imaging & Testing
Collaborative, patient-centered environment with access to multiple specialties including cardiology, gastroenterology, internal medicine, family medicine, and foot & ankle care
Opportunities to work alongside interdisciplinary teams across outpatient, ambulatory, and rehabilitation settings while supporting high-quality patient care
Conveniently located within the vibrant Port Warwick district, with walking access to local cafes, restaurants, and retail shops for breaks and lunch options
Free on-site parking for employees
Beautiful outdoor spaces nearby including Styron Square/Central Park, Chatham Trail, and multiple outdoor dining patios—perfect for walking breaks, lunch outdoors, or relaxing between shifts
Modern campus environment designed to support both patient care excellence and employee work-life balance
Sentara CarePlex Hospital, located in Hampton, VA, is a 224-bed technologically advanced, acute care facility, and Certified Primary Stroke Center. Other features include specialized services in heart and vascular, urologic care, along with advanced diagnostic and surgical capabilities, a hospitalist program, and one of the state's busiest emergency departments. We are also home to the Orthopedic Hospital at Sentara CarePlex Hospital, the area's first dedicated orthopedic hospital. We improve health every day, come be a part of the community.
Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.
In support of our mission “to improve health every day,” this is a tobacco-free environment.
For positions that are available as remote work, Sentara Health employs associates in the following states:
Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.
Candidates must hold a degree or diploma from an accredited Registered Nursing program and a valid Virginia or Compact Multi-State RN License. BLS Certification is required within 90 days of hire.
Market context
In Virginia, Registered Nurse openings commonly draw candidates with current RN licensure, CPR certification, and basic EKG interpretation skills, especially when the role serves acutely ill patients. These positions can be competitive because employers often look for both clinical readiness and familiarity with fast-paced care settings. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to quickly compare fit, then confirm your experience with acute care and EKGs in your application.
