Registered Nurse- Operating Room (sentara)

Job Description

City/State

Charlottesville, VA

Overview

Work Shift

First (Days) (United States of America)

Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital is hiring a Registered Nurse for the Operating Room, Full Time, days.

Upcoming PeriOp Dates:

03/23/25

06/30/25

09/07/25

Program includes:
Didactic content
AORN online modules
Classroom discussions
Policy and Procedure review and application 
Skills labs 
Clinical experiences at hiring hospital

PeriOp 101 is required for:
Experienced nurses wishing to change specialties.
New Graduate nurses entering into practice.

Click here to learn more about Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital!

Registered Nurses CLICK HERE to chat with a Recruiter

Monday-Thursday

2PM-3PM EST 

Sentara Martha Jefferson Main OR:

Performing an average of 7,000 cases each year, the Operating Room at SMJH has 8 OR suites and offers a variety of service lines including Complex GYN, Neurosurgery, Vascular/Thoracic and Orthopedic surgery. It is also the 2nd highest-performing OR in the Sentara system for Orthopedic total joint procedures.

This position offers 8- and 12-hour schedules with required call. The call schedule is 1 day per week and one weekend per month from 7P to 7A.

Requirements:

• Degree or Diploma from an accredited Registered Nursing Program
• Registered Nurse License
• Students in the process of completing an accredited nursing program.
• Students in the process of obtaining a Registered Nursing License
• BLS within 90 days of hire
• ACLS within 90 days.

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All nurses changing specialties or new graduates will be required to attend our PeriOp 101 cohort.

Speak with a recruitment specialist for more details.

As a Registered Nurse with Sentara, you can excel in your career. There are many different specialties where you can perform and grow your nursing skills in areas of interest to you. If you desire, there are promotional opportunities into leadership or to advance your level of care in a variety of settings. This position's primary duties include assessing/admitting patients, rounding checks, giving medications, talking with family members, and being responsible for the overall care of your patients. You will find that teamwork is exceptional, with everyone working together to ensure the best care for our patients. Click https://youtu.be/ImqEzvkewIU to hear Felicia tell us about a day in the life of a Registered Nurse (RN) with Sentara Healthcare. 

What Sentara Martha Jefferson offers you when you join our team:

• Free Parking at Sentara Martha Jefferson

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
• Paid Annual Leave, Sick Time, and a Floating Holiday
• Tuition reimbursement, Student loan repayment
• 7 BSN programs covered 100% starting day 1!
• 12 MSN Programs covered 100% starting day 1!
• Martha Jefferson Foundation tuition assistance up to $32,500
• End of Year Bonus, Annual Merit Based Increases.
• 2 Retirement Plans to help you plan for the future with Employer match.
• Career Advancement opportunities! With coaching programs for your future goals already in place.
• Transition To Practice programs for all areas for stronger skills building and long-term success!

Nurse Residency and Transition to Practice Programs at Sentara:

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.  Are you looking to enter the specialties of Medical Surgical nursing, Intermediate Care, Critical Care, Emergency Care, the Operating room, or Women’s Health?  Available across all 12 Sentara hospitals, this immersive program combines practical skills with hands-on training, professional development, and mentoring, empowering you to confidently transition into your nursing career.  

Why Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital?

• Sentara Martha Jefferson has under a 12.6% RN Turnover rate
• Patient Satisfaction scores are highest in the system at Martha Jefferson.
• Our Nursing staff are part of the Clinical Ladder Professional Advancement Program.
• Best in class Nurse Residency and Transition to practice- We want to see you Thrive!

At Sentara, our differences are our strengths. Learn about Diversity and Inclusion at Sentara

Registered Nurse Transition to Practice Programs at Sentara:

Unique 6-Month Program Includes:

• No separate application required, automatic enrollment for any 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

Click Here to hear first-hand what it is like to work at SMJH!

Who We Are:

Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital is a 176-bed facility that focuses on consistently setting the standard for clinical quality and personalized healthcare services. Our hospital offers specialized care in Cancer Care, Heart and Vascular, Neurology, Orthopedics, and Maternity. Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital was recognized by Soliant Health as the 2012 Most Beautiful Hospital in America.

Where We Are:

Our beautiful campus is located in the rolling foothills in the Pantops area of Charlottesville Virginia. Conveniently located, only a short drive from the hustle and bustle of Charlottesville’s vibrant downtown, our location provides ample free parking, lovely walking trails and stunning views of the surrounding mountains, lakes, rivers, woodlands, and vineyards.

• Main Campus Hospital
• Main Campus Outpatient Surgery Center
• Free Standing ED (North of the city)
• Outpatient Care Center (Downtown location)

Click here to learn more about Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital!

What Makes this Team Special:

Since our founding more than 100 years ago, Martha Jefferson has constantly evolved to meet the diverse healthcare needs of patients, and we are committed to delivering a distinctive combination of cutting-edge technology along with our Caring Tradition, the promise of personalized care tailored to the needs of each individual patient.

Our Recognitions:

• Magnet designation for Nursing Excellence (4x)​
• American College of Cardiology – Excellence in heart attack care (10x)​
• US News Award – Top Maternity Care Hospitals​
• CMS 5 Star Hospital​- Awarded again in 2024!
• Practice Green Health - Partner for Change Award

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Job Summary

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.

BSN or MSN preferred. Meets and maintains any requirements defined by specific specialty; Critical Care/IMCU ACLS within 1 year of hire; Emergency Care - ACLS & PALS or ENPC within 1 year of hire; Oncology Care ONS/ONCC or Sentara approved course Chemotherapy & Biotherapy Provider Card within 6 months of hire. Women's Care - Perinatal departments; NRP within 6 months of hire. Inpatient Pediatrics. PALS within 6 months of hire. All Direct Care RN's required to have BLS within 90 days of hire.

Qualifications:

N-2YR - RN-Associate's Degree (Required), N-3YR - RN-Diploma (Non-degree) (Required), N-4YR - RN-Bachelor's Level Degree (Required), N-6YR - RN-Master's Level Degree (Required), N-DN - RN-Doctorate Level Degree

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - Certification - American Heart Association (AHA) RQI, Basic Life Support (BLS) - Certification - American Heart Association (AHA) RQI, Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - Certification - American Heart Association (AHA) RQI, Registered Nurse (RN) Multi State - Nursing License - Virginia Department of Health Professionals (VADHP), Registered Nurse (RN) Single State - Nursing License - North Carolina, Registered Nurse (RN) Single State - Nursing License - Virginia Department of Health Professionals (VADHP)

Skills

Sentara Healthcare 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.

Per Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA), some clinical environments require proof of education; these regulations are posted at ecfr.gov for further information. In an effort to expedite this verification requirement, we encourage you to upload your diploma or transcript at time of application.

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