What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse (RN) - Neuroscience IMCU position at Sentara?
Sentara Norfolk General Hospital is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Neuroscience Intermediate Care Unit.
*Up to $10,000 Sign-On Bonus for Experienced RNs!*
Shift: Full Time, Day Shift
Neuroscience Intermediate Care Unit Description:
Who we are
We are a community of nurses and other disciplines who believe in the importance of camaraderie and teamwork. We share the same values, vision, and goals so that we can provide exceptional care to our neuroscience patients.
Who we serve
We provide highly skilled care to the following types of neuroscience patients:
- Back and Neck surgical patients
- Epilepsy patients
- All neurosurgeries (brain, pituitary, etc.)
- Stroke patients (surgical and non-surgical)
What you will achieve
- The opportunity to work with top notched neurosurgeons and neurologists
- The opportunity to develop strong neuro skills that can help you prepare for the neuro ICU
- The opportunity to train in the epilepsy monitoring unit most importantly you will be part of a growing team that provides exceptional care to a specialized population of patients
Learn more about 5RP Neuro IMCU: http://www.youtube.com/shorts/gsgKzptygQ8
The Registered Nursing (RN) is responsible to perform a competent level of nursing care as demonstrated by the critical thinking model known as the nursing process. The standards of practice (assessment, diagnosis, outcomes identification, planning, implementation, coordination of care- teaching and health promotion and evaluation) along with the standards of professional performance (ethics, culturally congruent practice, communication, collaboration, leadership, education, evidence- based practice /nursing research, quality, evaluation, resource utilization, and environmental health) encompass the actions and foundation of professional nursing. The RN possesses clinical knowledge and skills to meet standards as required by specific clinical areas.
Education:
- Associate’s Degree or Diploma in Registered Nursing (required)
- Bachelor of Science Nursing- BSN or MSN (Preferred)
Certification/Licensure:
- Virginia RN License Virginia or Compact/Multi-State Eligible.
- All Direct Care RN's required to have BLS within 90 days of hire.
- Critical Care/IMCU ACLS within 1 year of hire
Experience:
- None required
- Previous healthcare experience (preferred)
- New Graduate Nurses Welcome
New Graduate Nurses welcome to apply!
Kickstart your nursing career with Sentara’s dynamic 6-month Nurse Residency program, designed specifically for new graduate RNs with less than one year experience. At Sentara we believe in setting our nurses up for success from day one, which is why all new graduates are automatically enrolled-no extra paperwork or applications. The IMCU Residency program combines practical skills with hands-on training, professional development, and mentoring, empowering you to confidently transition into your nursing career.
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Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, located in Norfolk, VA, is a 525-bed tertiary care facility that is home to the only Level I Adult Trauma Center and burn trauma unit in Hampton Roads, and also serves as the primary teaching hospital for Eastern Virginia Medical School. In addition to the high-quality heart program at Sentara Heart Hospital, our facility is home to Nightingale Regional Air Ambulance and several other dedicated facilities and specialized services. As a recognized accredited Comprehensive Stroke Center, and Magnet hospital for nursing excellence, our hospital specializes in heart and vascular, neurosciences, neurosurgery, urology, oncology, spine care, advanced imaging, behavioral health, maternity, and women’s health, including a state-of-the-art neonatal intensive care unit.ed Imaging Center at Sentara Princess Anne Hospital is conveniently located in the heart of Virginia Beach and offers high-speed digital diagnostic equipment that provides faster and more precise results. The center provides one of the region's most advanced imaging technologies interpreted by board certified radiologists specializing in various areas of imaging.