VIC Recovery Nurse

Overview

Recovery Nurse – Endoscopy, Vascular, Neuro‑Interventional & Interventional Radiology

City/State:
Norfolk, VA

Location:

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital – Vascular & Interventional Center (VIC)

The Recovery Nurse in the VIC provides specialized pre‑ and post‑procedural nursing care for patients undergoing Endoscopy, Pulmonary, Vascular, Neuro‑Interventional, and Interventional Radiology procedures. The role supports a fast‑paced, high‑acuity procedural environment caring for complex patients requiring moderate sedation, anesthesia support, and advanced monitoring. Responsibilities include patient assessment, procedural preparation, recovery monitoring, patient education, and safe discharge planning while collaborating closely with physicians, APPs, anesthesia, and procedural teams to ensure safe, efficient, patient‑centered care.

• Rotating shifts within unit operating hours:
  Monday–Friday, 0800–2100 (4 9‑hour shifts with 1–2 closing shift per month).
• Weekend call rotation:
  One weekend every 7–8 weeks (0730–1500).

• Perform comprehensive post‑procedure nursing assessments, including neurological, vascular, sedation, and pain assessments.
• Recover and monitor patients following procedures involving moderate sedation or anesthesia.
• Identify and respond to complications including bleeding, respiratory compromise, neurological changes, and hemodynamic instability.
• Administer medications and interventions as ordered.
• Provide patient and family education regarding procedures, recovery expectations, medications, and discharge instructions.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support safe patient care and efficient procedural flow.
• Accurately document assessments, interventions, and patient outcomes in EPIC.
• Participate in emergency response situations and maintain ACLS competency.
• Support departmental quality, safety, and patient experience initiatives while maintaining compliance with Sentara policies and infection prevention standards.

• Current Virginia RN license
• BLS and ACLS certifications
• Minimum one year of experience in PACU, ICU, Emergency Department, procedural recovery, or critical care nursing

• BSN
• Experience in Interventional Radiology, Endoscopy, Neuro‑Interventional, or procedural recovery
• EPIC proficiency and moderate sedation recovery experience

• 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
• 401k/403B 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
• Potential annual discretionary bonus (dependent on system and employee eligibility criteria)

Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We are committed to a tobacco‑free environment.