LPN New Graduate Fast-Track - Sentara Locations

Overview

Launch Your Nursing Career with Sentara Health. You worked hard to get here – now let us help you grow.

Virginia Beach, VA
Multiple shifts available

Sentara Health is actively recruiting new graduate Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) ready to begin their careers with one of the most trusted health systems in Virginia and Northeastern North Carolina. We support you from day one with the right team, setting, and resources.

• Acute Care Hospitals – fast‑paced, high‑acuity environments with diverse clinical exposure
• Medical Group Practices – build lasting relationships with patients in a close‑knit, community‑focused setting
• Sentara Enterprises – be part of innovative care delivery at the forefront of health system operations
• Urgent Care Centers – thrive in a high‑energy environment where quick thinking makes a real impact

Please note: Acute care unit availability for new graduates may vary. We’ll work with you to find the best match based on your interests and current openings.

• Submit your application and tell us about your interests and preferred care setting
• Connect with a recruiter who will discuss your goals and availability
• Get matched to the right hiring manager and team for your background and preferences
• Start your career with the support you need to succeed

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Education

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required
• Graduate of an accredited Trade/Vocational Practical Nursing Program required

Licensure & Certification

• Current, active LPN licensure in applicable state(s) of practice required

Experience

• 0–1 year of experience (new graduates strongly encouraged to apply)
• Must be graduating from an accredited practical nursing program within 30 days of submitting your application

At Sentara, you’re not just filling a role—you’re joining a community of caregivers committed to making a meaningful difference for patients and families across Virginia and Northeastern North Carolina. We invest in our nurses from day one so that your growth benefits both you and the patients you care for.

• 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
• Annual discretionary bonus if system and employee eligibility criteria are met

Sentara Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. In support of our mission “to improve health every day,” this is a tobacco‑free environment.

For remote work positions, Sentara 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.