Registered Nurse (RN) Medical Surgical

Sentara Healthcare
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Job Details

  • Location: Charlottesville, VA, 22911
  • Date Posted: 2026-01-09
  • Employment Type: Full Time
  • Category: Registered Nurses
  • Req Number: JR-89318
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Description

Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital is hiring a Registered NurseĀ for Cornell 3- our MedSurg Unit! This is a full-time day shift position (12 hour) in Charlottesville, VA. One of the best staffed Medical/Surgical units in the state!

Up to 15k Sign On Bonus for qualified candidates!

Cornell 3 is a 24-bed medical-surgical unit focused on gastrointestinal care, addressing conditions like gallbladder diseases, appendicitis, bowel obstructions, and procedures such as colon resections and ostomy creation. The unit also cares for patients with sepsis, respiratory issues, and diabetes complications, maintaining a patient-to-nurse ratio of 1:5 to 1:6 for personalized care. It is an ideal environment for both experienced nurses and new graduates seeking skill development. Cornell 3 promotes a collaborative atmosphere with a multidisciplinary team and supports professional growth, blending the resources of a major medical center with a community hospital's warmth, aiming to make a meaningful difference in patient lives.

Under the leadership of a multiple award-winning Clinical Nurse Manager, who has received T1 leadership awards for two consecutive years and the 2025 DAISY Nurse Leader Award, the Cornell 3 team thrives in providing high-quality, compassionate care. Their impactful guidance inspires staff, evidenced by numerous nominations highlighting the positive work culture and commitment to excellence in patient outcomes.

  • Sentara Martha Jefferson has under a 12.6% RN Turnover rate

  • Patient Satisfaction scores are highest in the system at Martha Jefferson

  • Sentara Martha Jefferson Foundation education assistance program up to $32,500

  • Free Parking at Sentara Martha Jefferson

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

Education

  • Bachelor of Science Nursing- BSN or MSN (Preferred)

  • Students in the process of completing an accredited nursing program.

  • Degree or Diploma in Registered Nursing (required)

Certification/Licensure

  • Registered nursing License (Required)

  • Students in the process of obtaining a Registered Nursing License.

  • BLS required within 90 days of hire

Experience

  • None required

  • 1 year of acute care (preferred)

  • Previous healthcare experience (preferred)

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Keywords: Gastro, Medsurg, Medicine Unit, post-surgical, RN, Registered Nurse, general surgery, New Grad