Registered Nurse (RN) Intensive Care Unit- New Grad

ICU Registered Nurse

Sentara Martha Jefferson is hiring a Registered Nurse for our ICU. This is a full-time night shift (12-hr shift) position in Charlottesville, VA. Hours are 7PM to 7AM with weekend rotation.

This role is open to New Graduate candidates with Heavy ICU clinical rotations or Capstone/Preceptorship or those who have worked as a Patient Care Technician or similar in an ICU. Otherwise, 2 years of acute care, critical care experience is highly preferred. Sign on bonus up to $20,000 available for qualified candidates.

ICU: Intensive Care Unit

This is a mixed Critical Care (ICU) 15 bed and Step down (IMCU) 5 bed unit. The unit has 15 private rooms with Phillips monitoring and state of the art Hil Rom technology with low air loss, continual lateral rotation, and percussion capabilities. We serve a broad range of patient conditions and provide services for neurology, cardiology, gastroenterology, oncology, nephrology, and surgical patients. We also have a phenomenal palliative care team that helps guide our nurses with that special touch at end of life. We have critical care NP/PA on sight 24/7 and have daily interdisciplinary rounds where the nurses provide valuable input and add insight to their patient's care. Registered nurses can expect a 1:1 or 1:2 ratio depending on patient needs and a 12-hour shift schedule with rotating weekends.

Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital is a primary plus stroke center. We provide care based on the American Stroke Association (ASA) treatment guidelines for the early management of adults with ischemic or hemorrhagic stroke. Some other specialty highlights include ventriculostomy monitoring, NICOM, balloon pump, transvenous pacing, CRRT, and many more.

• 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 education assistance program up to $32,500
• Free Parking at Sentara Martha Jefferson
• Free Gym at SMJH

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Registered Nurse (RN) - New Graduate delivers nursing and patient care during the first year of practice while transitioning from academic preparation to independent professional practice. Working under the guidance of preceptors and experienced registered nurses and supported by the organization's nurse residency and onboarding program, this role assesses patients, delivers care, administers medications, and documents in the electronic health record within a growing scope of competency. The position matters because a structured, well-supported first year builds the clinical judgment, confidence, and safety habits that shape a nurse's entire career. As competencies are validated, the new graduate takes on progressively greater autonomy and patient complexity, moving steadily toward the full, independent practice of a staff registered nurse.

MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION

• An Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) is required.
• A Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is preferred.
• Students in progress of obtaining a Registered Nursing License with ICU specific work history or capstone/preceptorship.

MINIMUM REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• Entry level.
• Zero to one year of nursing experience.
• Clinical rotations completed during nursing school are expected.
• 18 Months of Critical care experience preferred
• ICU experience or Capstone preferred

MINIMUM REQUIRED CERTIFICATION / LICENSURE

• Current state RN license is required upon hire.
• Successful completion of the NCLEX-RN examination is required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.
• ACLS within 90 days of hire, preferred prior to hire
• NIH certification within 6 months of hire required.

MINIMUM REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

• Foundational nursing knowledge and developing clinical judgment.
• Growing skill in assessment, care planning, and medication administration under guidance.
• Openness to feedback, coaching, and precepted learning.
• Proficiency with the electronic health record and clinical documentation. Safe practice within scope and prompt escalation of concerns.
• Time management and prioritization across a patient assignment. Clear communication with patients, families, and the care team.
• Commitment to residency education and competency validation.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides nursing and patient care during the first year of practice within a growing scope of competency.
• Works under the guidance of preceptors and experienced registered nurses to build clinical skills and judgment.
• Completes patient assessments and contributes to individualized care plans.
• Administers medications and treatments safely and escalates concerns promptly.
• Participates in the nurse residency, onboarding, and competency validation program.
• Documents assessments, interventions, and outcomes in the electronic health record.
• Takes on progressively greater autonomy and patient complexity as competencies are validated.
• Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team and communicates clearly with patients and families.
• Follows safety, infection control, and DNV/CMS standards at all times.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Keywords: critical care, ICU, Intensive Care, Step Down, Registered Nurse, RN, CCRN, Cardiac, new grad RN, Student nurse

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We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, and benefits. The base pay range for full-time employment is $36.00 - $36.00 hourly. Additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, on-call pay, overtime, shift premiums, extra-shift incentives, or bonus opportunities. Compensation within the range may vary based on qualifications, experience, location, market conditions, and business needs.

Sentara offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; 401(k)/403(b) with employer match; paid time off (vacation, sick time, and holidays); paid parental and military leave; educational assistance or student loan repayment; and voluntary benefits.

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
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Resources Plan
• Colleagues 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: Alabama, Delaware