Sentara Health·Harrisonburg, Virginia
The Registered Nurse provides competent nursing care for medical/surgical ICU and cardiothoracic surgical patients using the nursing process. Responsibilities include assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and coordination of care while adhering to professional performance standards.
City/State: Harrisonburg, VA
Work Shift: Third (Nights)
Sentara RMH Medical Center is hiring a registered nurse for the Critical Care Unit. This position is ideal for candidates who have experience or an interest in providing care for medical/surgical ICU patients and cardiothoracic surgical patients.
Sign on bonus up to $20,000. Relocation assistance provided to those who meet the specified criteria.
Associates or Bachelor's Degree - Nursing (Required)
Certification/Licensure: Registered Nurse License (Required)
Experience: Previous acute care experience (Preferred)
The Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for performing 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.
This 10-week TTP program focuses on the orientation transition experience with intentional knowledge support and skill acquisition for practice in Medical-Surgical areas. For new graduates, this TTP program is the start of a comprehensive 6-month residency program to support your transition to practice.
Keywords: #indeed, Critical Care Nurse, Staff RN, Registered Nurse, Direct Care , Acute Care
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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 Registered Nurse License and an Associate or Bachelor's degree in Nursing. Previous acute care experience is preferred, though a residency program is available for new graduates.
Market context
Virginia ICU roles are typically in steady demand because hospitals need experienced nurses who can manage high-acuity patients, rapid changes in condition, and coordinated care across shifts. Competition is often shaped by prior critical care experience, strong multitasking, and current state RN licensure; this platform’s AI-summarized job requirements and benefits help you review the original posting faster. Before applying, compare your ICU experience to the listed skills and confirm your license status and education fit.
