Registered Nurse (RN) - Observation Unit

sentara· 101 Sentara Hospitals
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📍 Virginia Beach, VAFull time💰 USD 42–61

About this role

City/State

Virginia Beach, VA

Work Shift

Third (Nights)

Overview:

Calling all Experienced Registered Nurses for the Observation Unit/2N at Sentara Virginia Beach GH. Come join the team!

$20,000 Sign on Bonus for experience nurses

Shift: FT (36hrs) - Nights

Unit Description:

The Observation unit is a fast paced 6-8 bed unit, with potential to expand, caring for patients under 24–48-hour observation.  The patient population typically includes short stay treatments, including TIA workups, stress tests, and radiology procedures. The goal is to prepare the patients for discharge within 24 hours or less, or work with the physician team to upgrade the patient's status. Sentara Virginia Beach General is recognized as a stroke center and holds magnet designation for excellence in patient care. We are seeking experienced candidates to join this team-oriented unit!

Job Description:

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.

Education:

  • ADN required, BSN or higher preferred.

Certification:

  • Virginia or compact multistate RN (Registered Nurse) license in good standing

  • BLS within 90 days of hire.

Experience:

  • RN experience in a hospital setting.

  • Experience in a Med/Surg, Stepdown, IMCU

Keywords: RN, Registered Nurse, Observation unit, short stay, transition, Talroo-Nursing, Virginia Beach, VB, ADN, BSN,

We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, and benefits. The base pay range for full-time employment is $41.93 - $61.01 hourly. Additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call pay, overtime, shift premiums, extra-shift incentives, or bonus opportunities. Compensation within the range may vary based on qualifications, experience, location, market conditions, and business needs. 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.

Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career

• 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

•Pet Insurance 
•Legal Resources Plan
•Colleagues have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met.

Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital, located in Virginia Beach, VA, is home to the region’s only Level III Trauma Center. Our 273-bed facility has a long history of commitment to our communities of Virginia Beach, Eastern Shore, and Northeastern North Carolina, offering specialized tertiary services as well as many advanced clinical services. We are located just 15 minutes from VA Beach Town Center and just a few minutes to the Oceanfront.

As a recognized accredited Primary Stroke Center, and Magnet hospital for nursing excellence, our hospital specializes in heart, vascular, neuroscience, neurosurgery, orthopedics and spine care, cancer care, advanced imaging, and behavioral health.

Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.


In support of our mission “to improve health every day,” this is a tobacco-free environment.

For positions that are available as remote work, Sentara Health 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the Registered Nurse (RN) - Observation Unit role at sentara?
The listed salary for this Registered Nurse (RN) - Observation Unit position at sentara is USD 42–61. This is an Full time role.
Where is the Registered Nurse (RN) - Observation Unit position at sentara located?
This Registered Nurse (RN) - Observation Unit role at sentara is based in Virginia Beach, VA. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Registered Nurse (RN) - Observation Unit role at sentara full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Registered Nurse (RN) - Observation Unit role in the 101 Sentara Hospitals department at sentara.
Which team or department does the Registered Nurse (RN) - Observation Unit at sentara belong to?
This Registered Nurse (RN) - Observation Unit position is part of the 101 Sentara Hospitals department at sentara. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
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When was the Registered Nurse (RN) - Observation Unit job at sentara posted?
This Registered Nurse (RN) - Observation Unit position at sentara was posted on Sep 25, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Registered Nurse (RN) - Observation Unit
sentara · 💰 USD 42–61
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