Registered Nurse; RN - Flexi​/PRN - SSU​/Observation

Overview

Sentara Obici Hospital is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Surgical Short Stay (SSU) Observation Unit. This is a Flexi/PRN/As needed position.

Suffolk, VA

Third (Nights)

The Observation/Short Stay Unit is an 18‑bed department that specializes in observation, post‑procedural monitoring, and short‑term treatments, including TIA workups, stress tests, and radiology procedures. The maximum stay is typically two days per patient. Registered nurses can expect between 6 and 8 patient discharges per shift, with a nurse‑to‑patient ratio of approximately 1:5 to 1:6. The unit is supported by a highly skilled team of unit coordinators, educators, a nurse manager, and additional PCT staff for ambulation and patient care.

This well‑supported team is ideal for both new graduates and experienced RNs seeking to expand their skills. Sentara Obici Hospital is a certified stroke center and holds a magnet designation for excellence in patient care.

The RN is responsible for delivering a competent level of nursing care as demonstrated by the nursing process (assessment, diagnosis, outcomes identification, planning, implementation, coordination of care, teaching, health promotion, and evaluation). The standards of practice and professional performance (ethics, culturally congruent practice, communication, collaboration, leadership, education, evidence‑based practice, quality, evaluation, resource utilization, and environmental health) encompass the actions and foundation of professional nursing.

• Onsite childcare for team members providing a safe, nurturing environment.
• Free parking and shuttle service.
• Paid time off and tuition assistance.
• Opportunities for advancement within Sentara Health’s Clinical Ladder program.
• Recognition programs for nursing excellence.
• Outstanding transition to practice and nurse residency programs to help you succeed.

• No separate application required; automatic enrollment for any RN with less than 12 months experience or transitioning to a new practice area.
• General nursing orientation.
• Specialty clinical‑track residency.
• Professional development sessions.
• Mentoring and unit‑based preceptors.

• Student in the process of obtaining a degree or diploma in Registered Nursing.
• Degree or diploma in Registered Nursing (required).
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) (preferred).

• Student in the process of obtaining Registered Nursing licensure.
• Registered Nursing license (required).
• BLS required within 90 days of hire.

• No experience required.
• 1 year of acute care (preferred).
• Previous healthcare experience (preferred).

• Medical, dental and 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 established system and employee eligibility criteria are met.

Sentara Health is an equal‑opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its nearly 30,000‑member workforce. Our mission is to improve health every day. This is a tobacco‑free environment.