Registered Nurse (RN) - Intermediate Care Unit (Stepdown)
Sentara Health, Suffolk, VA, United States
Overview
Take your nursing career to the next level with a team that truly values skill, compassion, and growth. Sentara Obici Hospital is seeking a dedicated and patient-focused Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Intermediate Care Unit (IMCU).
As an IMCU RN, you’ll provide high-quality, evidence-based care to patients requiring close observation and specialized nursing support. You’ll play an essential role in monitoring complex conditions, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team, and ensuring a smooth transition for patients between critical care and general medical-surgical units.
The Unit
The IMCU is a 24-bed unit that provides care for higher-acuity patients in neuro, cardiac, respiratory, surgical, and renal care. Typical patients include respiratory failure/congestive heart failure, chronic tracheostomy ventilator patients, stroke and seizure patients, myocardial infarction (MI) cardiac patients, renal hemodialysis, and post-operative surgical patients with extensive wounds such as decubiti, VATs, orthopedic injuries, and ostomies. We are a magnet-designated facility committed to teamwork and quality healthcare.
Responsibilities
Provide high-quality, evidence-based nursing care for IMCU patients requiring close observation and specialized support.
Monitor complex conditions and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team.
Support patient transitions between critical care and general medical-surgical units.
Work Information
City/State: Suffolk, VA
Work Shift: Third (Nights)
Education, Certification & Experience
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) preferred
Degree or Diploma in Registered Nursing (required)
Certification/Licensure
Registered Nursing License (Required)
BLS required within 90 days of hire
Experience
None required
1 year of acute care (preferred)
Previous healthcare experience (preferred)
Programs & Benefits
Onsite childcare for team members
Free parking and shuttle service
Paid time off and tuition assistance
Opportunities for advancement within Sentara Health – Clinical Ladder program
Recognition programs for nursing excellence
Transition to Practice and Nurse Residency programs
Transition to Practice Programs at Sentara
Unique 6-month program includes automatic enrollment for 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
About Sentara Obici Hospital
Sentara Obici Hospital, a 175-bed facility, is located on Godwin Boulevard in Suffolk, VA. We are recognized as an accredited Primary Stroke Center and Magnet hospital for nursing excellence with services in orthopedics and spine, heart and vascular, advanced imaging, gynecology and breast services, behavioral health, maternity, weight loss surgery, and a heartburn treatment center. Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity and inclusion. This is a tobacco-free environment.
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Take your nursing career to the next level with a team that truly values skill, compassion, and growth. Sentara Obici Hospital is seeking a dedicated and patient-focused Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Intermediate Care Unit (IMCU).
As an IMCU RN, you’ll provide high-quality, evidence-based care to patients requiring close observation and specialized nursing support. You’ll play an essential role in monitoring complex conditions, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team, and ensuring a smooth transition for patients between critical care and general medical-surgical units.
The Unit
The IMCU is a 24-bed unit that provides care for higher-acuity patients in neuro, cardiac, respiratory, surgical, and renal care. Typical patients include respiratory failure/congestive heart failure, chronic tracheostomy ventilator patients, stroke and seizure patients, myocardial infarction (MI) cardiac patients, renal hemodialysis, and post-operative surgical patients with extensive wounds such as decubiti, VATs, orthopedic injuries, and ostomies. We are a magnet-designated facility committed to teamwork and quality healthcare.
Responsibilities
Provide high-quality, evidence-based nursing care for IMCU patients requiring close observation and specialized support.
Monitor complex conditions and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team.
Support patient transitions between critical care and general medical-surgical units.
Work Information
City/State: Suffolk, VA
Work Shift: Third (Nights)
Education, Certification & Experience
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) preferred
Degree or Diploma in Registered Nursing (required)
Certification/Licensure
Registered Nursing License (Required)
BLS required within 90 days of hire
Experience
None required
1 year of acute care (preferred)
Previous healthcare experience (preferred)
Programs & Benefits
Onsite childcare for team members
Free parking and shuttle service
Paid time off and tuition assistance
Opportunities for advancement within Sentara Health – Clinical Ladder program
Recognition programs for nursing excellence
Transition to Practice and Nurse Residency programs
Transition to Practice Programs at Sentara
Unique 6-month program includes automatic enrollment for 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
About Sentara Obici Hospital
Sentara Obici Hospital, a 175-bed facility, is located on Godwin Boulevard in Suffolk, VA. We are recognized as an accredited Primary Stroke Center and Magnet hospital for nursing excellence with services in orthopedics and spine, heart and vascular, advanced imaging, gynecology and breast services, behavioral health, maternity, weight loss surgery, and a heartburn treatment center. Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity and inclusion. This is a tobacco-free environment.
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