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

Location & Shift City/State: Norfolk, VA • Work Shift: First (Days) • Hours: Full Time (36 hr/week) Overview Sentara Norfolk General Hospital’s Vascular Stepdown/Intermediate Care Unit (IMCU) – 9 Kaufman – seeks a Registered Nurse. The 24‑bed unit specializes in vascular surgeries, telemetry, and renal/pancreas transplant patients. The RN delivers nursing care per the nursing process, adheres to standards of practice and professional performance, and supports patient teaching and health promotion. A sign‑on bonus of up to $15,000 is available for qualified candidates, and relocation assistance may be provided. Responsibilities Provide nursing care using the nursing process (assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation). Deliver patient teaching and health promotion for patients on monitored beds, including telemetry and graft monitoring. Coordinate care with the interdisciplinary team, including RNs, LPNs, NCPs, UAs, and CSAs. Participate in the 11‑week Transition to Practice program and the 6‑month residency for new graduates. Maintain a 1:4 RN‑to‑patient ratio, ensuring adequate monitoring and timely interventions. Qualifications Registered Nursing license (required). Education: Diploma or Degree in Nursing. Bachelor of Science Nursing (BSN) or Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) preferred. BLS certification required within 90 days of hire. No prior experience required; new graduate nurses are welcome to apply. Benefits Medical, Dental, and Vision plans Adoption, Fertility, and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000 Paid Time Off and Sick Leave Paid Parental and Family Caregiver Leave Emergency Backup Care Long‑Term, Short‑Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans Life Insurance 401(k)/403(b) with employer match Tuition assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities Student debt pay down – $10,000 Reimbursement for certifications and CEUs Pet Insurance Legal Resources Plan Eligibility for an annual discretionary bonus based on system and employee criteria EEO Statement Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on diversity and inclusiveness. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. The organization is tobacco‑free. #J-18808-Ljbffr