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Registered Nurse
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Chesapeake, Virginia, 23322, USA
Listed on 2026-06-02
Listing for:
City of Chesapeake
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-06-02
Job specializations:
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Nursing
Healthcare Nursing, RN Nurse, Mental Health Nurse
Job Description & How to Apply Below
As a Registered Nurse in this role, you will do more than deliver clinical care. You will make a meaningful impact in the lives of youth during a critical time in their development. This Registered Nurse position is ideal for someone who brings strong clinical judgment, professionalism, and a genuine passion for serving others.
Why Join Us?
- Meaningful work supporting the health and rehabilitation of youth
- Stable, full-time City employment
- Comprehensive benefits including health, retirement ( VRS ), and paid leave
- Collaborative, mission-driven team environment
- Role with purpose, responsibility, and direct community impact
- Provide direct nursing care as a Registered Nurse in a secure juvenile services setting
- Complete admission physicals and health assessments
- Conduct sick call and respond to medical needs
- Administer medications and monitor for adverse reactions
- Implement physician orders and coordinate follow-up care
- Provide emergency medical response as needed
- Assess resident complaints and determine appropriate treatment or referral
- Deliver medication education and health counseling to residents
- Serve as a liaison between residents, families, physicians, and staff
- Maintain accurate medical records, logs, and documentation
- Monitor and maintain inventory of medical supplies and medications
- Prepare medical discharge summaries, as needed
- Supervise, train, and evaluate assigned personnel as a Registered Nurse
- Conduct and participate in staff meetings to support communication and problem-solving
- Provide health-related training to staff
As a Registered Nurse, you will be a trusted, steady presence for youth who need both clinical care and compassion. Your work will directly support their health, safety, and overall well-being while contributing to a structured and supportive environment.
The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure for a full list of benefits and employee perks.
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Required Qualifications
VOCATIONAL / EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT :
Requires graduation from an RN diploma program or an associate's degree in nursing from an accredited college or university.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT :
In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of two years of related, full-time equivalent experience.
SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES :
Requires licensure as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia or a reciprocal state (according to the Nurse Licensure Compact as prescribed by the National Council of State Boards of Nursing).
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS :
Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.
Preferred Qualifications
- Current CPR , BLS , and First Aid certifications.
- Relevant experience in delivering clinical care within secure environments, ambulatory care settings, or public health, particularly involving pediatric and adolescent patients.
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