Direct Care Registered Nurse
Sentara Health · Chesapeake, VA · 2 wk ago
HealthcareFull-time
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct thorough assessments and design personalized care plans.
- Administer medications and treatments, and evaluate patient responses.
- Work closely with an interdisciplinary team to coordinate patient care.
- Educate patients and their families about health conditions, treatments, and post-discharge care.
- Monitor and record vital signs, observe changes in patient conditions, and respond promptly with appropriate interventions.
- Utilize sound clinical judgment to address complex health situations, consult with medical team members as needed, and document all care in accordance with regulatory and organizational standards.
- Ensure patient safety, adhere to evidence-based protocols, and foster a supportive and empathetic environment.
- Perform competent level of nursing care using the nursing process.
- Possess clinical knowledge and skills to meet standards as required by clinical area(s).
Requirements
- Basic Life Support within 90 days of hire.
- Additional Life Support requirements defined by the clinical area based on position (e.g., ACLS, PALS, Oncology Nursing Society certification).
- ASN or higher required.
- RN license required.
- No prior experience required.
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.
- 401k/403B with Employer Match.
- Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education.
- Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000 Reimbursement.
- Certification assistance and free access to complete CEUs and professional development.
- Pet Insurance.
- Legal Resources Plan.