Sentara Health
Registered Nurse Cardiac Surgical - Procedural IMCU
Sentara Health, Norfolk, Virginia, United States, 23500
Overview
Sentara Norfolk General's Heart Hospital in Norfolk, Virginia is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Cardiac Surgical - Procedural IMCU.
Up to $15,000 sign‑on bonus for qualified candidates.
Responsibilities The Registered Nursing (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) and 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.
Cardiac Procedural/Surgical IMCU Overview
This 24‑bed cardiac surgical/procedural IMCU provides care to pre‑ and post‑cardiac surgery patients to include bypass surgery, cardiac valve repairs/replacements, thoracic surgery/lung diagnostics, and other cardiac‑based procedures and treatments such as ablations, left atrial appendages, ICDs, and permanent pacemakers.
The unit also provides a high level of care to patients with cardiac arrhythmias, heart failure, and chest pain.
Nurses handle 3–4 patients on this unit based on acuity level.
Education
Associate’s Degree or Diploma in Registered Nursing (required)
Bachelor of Science Nursing (BSN) or Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) (preferred)
Certification & Licensure
Virginia RN License, Virginia or Compact/Multi‑State Eligible
All Direct Care RNs required to have BLS within 90 days of hire
Critical Care/IMCU ACLS within 1 year of hire
Experience
None required
Previous healthcare experience preferred
New Graduate Nurses welcome
New Graduate Residency Program Kickstart your nursing career with Sentara’s dynamic 6‑month Nurse Residency program, designed specifically for new graduate RNs with less than one year experience. All new graduates are automatically enrolled—no extra paperwork or applications.
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
401(k)/403(b) 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
Location & Scheduling City/State: Norfolk, VA
Work Shift: Multiple shifts available.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function & Industry Health Care Provider | Hospitals and Health Care
Equal Opportunity Employer 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.
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Up to $15,000 sign‑on bonus for qualified candidates.
Responsibilities The Registered Nursing (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) and 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.
Cardiac Procedural/Surgical IMCU Overview
This 24‑bed cardiac surgical/procedural IMCU provides care to pre‑ and post‑cardiac surgery patients to include bypass surgery, cardiac valve repairs/replacements, thoracic surgery/lung diagnostics, and other cardiac‑based procedures and treatments such as ablations, left atrial appendages, ICDs, and permanent pacemakers.
The unit also provides a high level of care to patients with cardiac arrhythmias, heart failure, and chest pain.
Nurses handle 3–4 patients on this unit based on acuity level.
Education
Associate’s Degree or Diploma in Registered Nursing (required)
Bachelor of Science Nursing (BSN) or Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) (preferred)
Certification & Licensure
Virginia RN License, Virginia or Compact/Multi‑State Eligible
All Direct Care RNs required to have BLS within 90 days of hire
Critical Care/IMCU ACLS within 1 year of hire
Experience
None required
Previous healthcare experience preferred
New Graduate Nurses welcome
New Graduate Residency Program Kickstart your nursing career with Sentara’s dynamic 6‑month Nurse Residency program, designed specifically for new graduate RNs with less than one year experience. All new graduates are automatically enrolled—no extra paperwork or applications.
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
401(k)/403(b) 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
Location & Scheduling City/State: Norfolk, VA
Work Shift: Multiple shifts available.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function & Industry Health Care Provider | Hospitals and Health Care
Equal Opportunity Employer 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.
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