Provide nursing care for short-stay patients in the Surgical Observation Unit, focusing on populations from Women's Health, Ortho/Spine, General Surgery, and Bariatrics. Manage a fast-paced environment with heavy discharge turnover and a patient ratio of 1:5 or 1:6.
City/State: Charlottesville, VA
Work Shift: First (Days)
Overview
Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital is hiring a Part time, Day shift Registered Nurse for our Short Stay/ Surgical Observation Unit!
Hours: 7a to 7p- two 12-hour shifts
Sign On bonus up to $7,500 for qualified candidates!
Wendell 2- Surgical Short Stay, is a 24-bed unit with a 1 to 5 ratio or 1
6 ratio. This unit is dedicated to short stay patients from Women’s Health, Ortho/Spine, General Surgery, and Bariatrics. These are all short stay populations with heavy discharge turnover. If you enjoy a quick pace- Wendell 2 is the place for you! The unit has a primarily 12- hour shift schedule with weekend rotation with additional support of Patient Care Technicians covering 8-12 patients, Unit Coordinators, Resource Nurses, and a strong Educator with over 20 years of experience. With a strong orientation program where the manager and educator meet with you every two weeks to make sure you are getting the best learning opportunity. Wendell 2 has a long-standing leadership team dedicated to best-in-class patient care.
Sentara Martha Jefferson has under a 12.6% RN Turnover rate
Patient Satisfaction scores are highest in the system at Martha Jefferson
Sentara Martha Jefferson Foundation [https://mjhfoundation.org/]education assistance program up to $32,500
Free Parking at Sentara Martha Jefferson
Registered Nurse Transition to Practice Programs at Sentara
Unique 6-Month Program 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 Unit-based Preceptors
Education
Degree or Diploma in Registered Nursing (required)
Bachelor of Science Nursing- BSN or MSN (Preferred)
Certification/Licensure
Registered nursing License (Required)
BLS required within 90 days of hire
Experience
None required
1 year of acute care (preferred)
Previous healthcare experience (preferred)
Keywords: Surgery Unit, Observation, Medsurg, observation unit, SSU, RN, Registered Nurse, SMJH
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Benefits
Caring For Your Family and Your Career
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
Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital, located in Charlottesville, VA, is a Magnet status, 176-bed facility featuring all patient-friendly private rooms. Since its founding more than 100 years ago, Sentara Martha Jefferson has constantly evolved to meet the diverse healthcare needs of the patients who trust us with their care.
Today, our vision is as clear as it was to our founders. We will continue to set the standard for clinical quality and personalized healthcare services. Our hospital offers specialized care in Cancer Care, Heart and Vascular, Neurology and Neurosurgery (including a Primary Stroke Center), Orthopedics, and Maternity.
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:
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Requirements
Requires a Degree or Diploma in Registered Nursing and a valid Registered Nursing License, with BLS certification required within 90 days. A BSN or MSN and one year of acute care experience are preferred but not required.
bachelor degree
professional certificate
postgraduate degree
BLS Certification
Patient Observation
Acute Care Nursing
Surgical Nursing
Orthopedic Nursing
Bariatric Care
Spine Care
Women's Health Nursing
Patient Discharge Management
General Surgery Nursing
Posting details
Employment type
Part Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Location
Charlottesville, Virginia
Posted
Jun 24, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Market context
Virginia nursing roles remain in steady demand
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.
