Registered Nurse (RN) - Vascular Stepdown/Intermediate Care Unit (IMCU)

Overview Sentara Norfolk General Hospital in Norfolk, Virginia is seeking a Registered Nurse for our Vascular Stepdown/Intermediate Care Unit (IMCU) - 9K Location Norfolk, VA Work Shift First (Days) Sign-On Bonus Sign on bonus up to $15,000 available for qualified candidates. Relocation can be provided! Hours Full Time (36 hr/week) Responsibilities The 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. 9 Kaufman is a 24‑bed stepdown intermediate care unit that specializes in vascular surgery, telemetry and renal/pancreas transplant patients. Staffing is comprised of RNs, LPNs, NCPs (nursing care partners) and UAs (unit ambassadors) and CSAs (clinical support associates). Some of 9 Kaufman’s vascular surgeries include aortic aneurysm repair, carotid endarterectomy, femoral bypass surgeries and amputations. 9 Kaufman is an extension of the renal/pancreas transplant team to include the outpatient transplant center and all the nurses on 9 Kaufman are specially trained and can sit for the PCCN certification which we will help you obtain. All the beds on 9 Kaufman are monitored beds. 9 Kaufman cares for a variety of patients with telemetry needs, providing an environment conducive to extensive learning and skill development. Nurses will be exposed to many types of patients aiding in their ability to provide great care to anyone that chooses Sentara Norfolk General Hospital to meet their healthcare needs. Nurse to patient ratio on 9 Kaufman is 1:4. New Graduate RNs are Welcome to Apply This unit welcomes new graduate nurses and experienced nurses moving into this specialty. The 11‑week Transition to Practice program focuses on the orientation transition experience with intentional knowledge support and skill acquisition for practice in IMC areas. For new graduates, this TTP program is the start of a comprehensive 6‑month residency program to support your transition to practice. Education Degree or Diploma in Registered Nursing (required) Bachelor of Science Nursing – BSN or MSN (Preferred) Students in the process of completing an accredited nursing program. Certification / Licensure Registered nursing License (Required) Students in the process of obtaining a Registered Nursing License. BLS required within 90 days of hire. Experience None required. Benefits 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 We are a tobacco‑free environment. Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to a 30,000‑member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves. #J-18808-Ljbffr