Direct Care Registered Nurse (Observation/Orthopedic Unit)

Registered Nurse – Joints/Observation Unit

Sentara RMH Medical Center in Harrisonburg, VA is hiring a Registered Nurse for the Joints/Observation unit. This position is ideal for candidates with experience or interest in postoperative joint surgery care and observation patients.

Location

City/State: Harrisonburg, VA

Work Shift

Third (Nights)

Flexible Scheduling

Registered nurses on this unit enjoy self‑scheduling along with the opportunity to obtain medical surgical certification, orthopedic certification, and more for free!

Education

• Associate's Degree – Nursing
• Bachelor’s Degree – Nursing
• Upcoming graduate from an accredited RN program

Certification/Licensure

• Registered Nurse
• Will consider candidates working towards licensure

Experience

• Previous acute care experience preferred
• All levels of experience encouraged to apply

Transition to Practice / Nurse Residency Program

10‑week TTP program focuses on orientation transition experience with intentional knowledge support and skill acquisition for practice in medical‑surgical areas. For new graduates, this TTP program is the start of a comprehensive six‑month residency program to support the transition to practice.

• Formal delivery of fundamental nursing concepts and standards with in‑person sessions utilizing case studies, gaming, simulation, and skills labs
• Exposure to Sentara policies and evidence‑based practice guidelines
• Hands‑on experience alongside a trained nurse preceptor
• Opportunity to share experiences and network with peers in a safe, protected environment
• A series of virtual professional development sessions with mentoring (optional for experienced nurses)

Benefits

• 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
• Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Resources Plan
• Colleagues may have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria are met

Equal Opportunity Employment

Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and proudly embraces a diverse and inclusive workforce. In support of our mission “to improve health every day,” this is a tobacco-free environment.