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Sentara Health

Registered Nurse (RN) Surgical Services

Sentara Health, Suffolk, Virginia, United States, 23437

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Surgical Services Location: Suffolk, VA

Work Shift: Multiple shifts available – Full Time and Flexi/PRN roles.

Overview Sentara Health is hiring Registered Nurses for the Surgical Services departments in Suffolk, VA. Positions are available at Obici and BelleHarbour locations for Main OR, Ambulatory Surgery, and Endoscopy. Ideal candidates will have completed a PeriOp 101 course or have experience in scrub or circulator roles in an Operating Room. Call requirements vary; flexible scheduling is offered. Sign‑On Bonus of up to $15,000 for qualified candidates.

Main OR Sentara Obici Hospital is a recognized Primary Stroke Center and Magnet hospital, with an average of 5,000 cases per year. The 40‑person team supports seven operating rooms and performs a diverse range of procedures including general, ortho, podiatry, vascular, GYN, spine, and plastics, utilizing advanced systems like DaVinci robotic technology. The team, comprising RNs, surgical assistants, surgical technologists and OR techs, works across Obici and Bell Harbor hospitals, with opportunities to assist in Obstetrics as needed. The hospital values both new graduates and experienced professionals, offering amenities such as free parking, shuttle service, and a supportive, collaborative environment.

Ambulatory Surgery Center At BelleHarbour, the Ambulatory Surgery Center provides high‑quality care within a collaborative environment that includes registered nurses, surgical techs, sterile services, and support staff, all overseen by a highly trained and experienced management team. The center features a dedicated admit recovery area and a 6‑bed post‑anesthesia care unit (PACU). The facility is expanding services and currently has one dedicated OR with expectations of a second OR in the coming months. It offers a range of surgical services, including orthopedic procedures, gynecology, plastics, ENT, urology, general, and podiatry, and sees between 3 and 8 procedures per day.

Endoscopy Our newly remodeled Endoscopy Department features three state‑of‑the‑art procedure rooms and is staffed by a dedicated team of six RNs and endoscopy technicians. They work closely with a primary GI outpatient provider, with additional staff available for call coverage and surgical needs. The team performs an average of 12 to 15 procedures daily. Extensive training, lasting 4 to 6 weeks, ensures the endoscopy technician will be proficient in equipment handling, assisting during procedures, and supporting hands‑on surgeries. Our experienced gastroenterologists and colorectal surgeons deliver comprehensive care through both outpatient and inpatient services, ensuring the highest quality patient care.

Why Choose Sentara Obici Hospital

Onsite childcare for team members, providing a safe, nurturing environment

Free parking and shuttle service

Opportunities for advancement within Sentara Health’s Clinical Ladder program

Recognition programs for nursing excellence

Registered Nursing Responsibilities The Registered Nursing (RN) is responsible for performing competent 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.

Education

Degree or Diploma in Registered Nursing (required)

Bachelor of Science Nursing (BSN) or MSN (preferred)

Certification & Licensure

Registered Nursing License (required)

ACLS required within 1 year of hire

PALS required within 1 year of hire

BLS required within 90 days of hire

Experience

Scrub and circulator experience in an OR (required)

Completion of a PeriOp 101 program (required)

Previous Operating Room experience (required)

Ability to manage complex cases in fast‑paced environments

Strong communication with patients and providers

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 CEUs and professional development

Pet Insurance

Legal Resources Plan

Potential annual discretionary bonus based on system and employee eligibility criteria

Location Sentara Obici Hospital, a 175‑bed state‑of‑the‑art facility, is located on Godwin Boulevard in Suffolk, VA. The hospital is a recognized accredited Primary Stroke Center and Magnet hospital for nursing excellence, specializing in orthopedic and spine, heart and vascular, advanced imaging, gynecological and comprehensive breast services, behavioral health, maternity, weight loss surgery, and a heartburn treatment center.

Equal Opportunity Employment Sentara Health is an equal‑opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging are guiding principles to ensure the workforce reflects the communities served.

Remote Work For positions available as remote work, Sentara Health employs associates in the following 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.

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