Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg / Specialties

Overview Sentara is currently hiring an RN to work at Sentara Leigh Hospital in Norfolk on the Med Surg/Hematology Unit. Full‑time, dayshift approximately 7am‑7pm. Generous Sign On Bonus up to $15,000 and moving allowance for qualified candidates. NEW GRADS welcome: $7,500 sign‑on bonus for qualified candidates. Department/Position Overview 24‑bed Med Surg/Hematology unit caring for a wide variety of medical diagnoses including CHF, COPD, sepsis, pneumonia, diabetes, stroke, end‑of‑life, and chronic blood disorders such as sickle cell. Nurses perform wound vacs, high‑risk medication infusions, telemetry, trach care, chest tubes, peritoneal dialysis, and self‑scheduling. Our staff come from diverse backgrounds, fostering culturally competent care and teamwork. Listen to nurse testimonials and view videos about working on this unit. URLs: , , , Minimum Requirements Virginia or Compact Multistate License in good standing Basic Life Support (BLS) RN Diploma, ASN, BSN, or MSN from an accredited school New Graduate and Transition to Practice Programs Sentara Health offers a 6‑month Nurse Residency program for new graduates (less than 1 year of experience) with no separate application required. It includes general nursing orientation, specialty clinical track residency, professional development sessions, and mentoring. Transition to Practice Program automatically enrolls any RN with less than 12 months of experience or transitioning to a new practice area. Benefits Medical, Dental, 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 and short‑term disability, 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 up to $10,000 Certification reimbursement and free CEUs and professional development Pet insurance Legal resources plan Opportunity to earn annual discretionary bonus if eligible Sentara Leigh Hospital Located in Norfolk, VA, 274‑bed acute care facility. Offers orthopedic, spine, heart, vascular, maternity care, general surgery, and a 24‑hour hyperbaric oxygen program. Recognized as a Magnet hospital and primary stroke center. Equal Opportunity Statement Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity, inclusion, and belonging. Remote Positions For remote work, Sentara Health employs associates in numerous 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr