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Director of Nursing

Sentara
Suffolk, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 9/27/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/26/2026

Sentara Louise Obici Hospital is a 175-bed, state-of-the-art acute care hospital serving Suffolk and the Western Tidewater region of Virginia. Recognized as a Magnet® designated hospital for nursing excellence and an accredited Primary Stroke Center, Obici is committed to delivering exceptional, patient-centered care. The hospital offers a comprehensive range of services, including orthopedic and spine care, heart and vascular services, women's health and maternity care, advanced imaging, surgical services, behavioral health, and weight loss surgery. As part of Sentara Health, Obici is dedicated to improving health every day through innovation, collaboration, and clinical excellence.


The Director of Nursing at Sentara Louise Obici Hospital is responsible for coordinating the delivery of high-quality services that meet or exceed customer expectations. This leader coordinates the development, marketing, and strategic planning of new and existing services across multiple hospitals. The Director contributes to organizational success through achievement of system, hospital, and divisional goals, while setting the vision and culture, building ownership, and driving process improvement for sustainable, value-added services. Responsibilities include leadership oversight and administration of fiscal, corporate, and human resource policies and practices within a multi-skilled, multifunctional environment.


Location: Sentara Louise Obici Hospital, Suffolk, VA


Education

  • Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing required
  • Master’s Degree strongly preferred

Certification/Licensure

  • Active RN license in VA required
  • NE-BC (Nurse Executive-Board Certified) or CENP (Certified in Executive Nursing Practice) Certification preferred

Experience

  • Minimum five years of experience in Nursing Leadership required



We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, and benefits. The base pay range for full-time employment is $146,702.40 - $228,966.40 annually. Additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, on-call pay, shift premiums, extra-shift incentives, or bonus opportunities. Compensation within the range may vary based on qualifications, experience, location, market conditions, and business needs. Note: If an annual salary is posted, it is based on a full-time colleague working 2,080 hours annually. Sentara offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; 401(k)/403(b) with employer match; paid time off (vacation, sick time, and holidays); paid parental and military leave; educational assistance or student loan repayment; and voluntary benefits.

Sentara Obici Hospital, a 175-bed state-of-the-art facility, is located on Godwin Boulevard in Suffolk, VA. Our full-service hospital continues a legacy of providing residents of Western Tidewater with high-quality, patient-centered care. As a recognized accredited Primary Stroke Center, and Magnet hospital for nursing excellence, the hospital specializes in orthopedic and spine, heart and vascular, advanced imaging, gynecological and comprehensive breast services, behavioral health, maternity, weight loss surgery, and a heartburn treatment center.

Salary : $146,702 - $228,966

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