Additional Job DescriptionSentara Norfolk General Hospital, a Level 1 Trauma Center, located in Norfolk, Virginia is seeking an experienced Pre-op Registered Nurse for our Vascular and Interventional Center.

Job Title: Preoperative & Recovery Nurse – Vascular, Neuro-Interventional & Interventional Radiology Unit
Location: Sentara Norfolk General Hospital – Vascular and Interventional Center (VIC)
Department: Vascular and Interventional Center (VIC)
Reports To: VIC Prep/Recovery Supervisor
Job Type: Full-Time

Position Summary:

The Preoperative & Recovery Nurse (RN) plays a vital dual-role in the care of patients undergoing vascular, neuro-interventional, and interventional radiology procedures at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital. This nurse provides comprehensive pre-procedure and post-procedure care, ensuring safe, high-quality outcomes through thorough assessments, clinical preparation, vigilant recovery monitoring, and patient education.

Schedule:

Shifts: Rotating shifts within unit hours of 0600 to 2100, Monday through FridayCall Requirement: One weekend every 7–8 weeks, 0730–1500

Key Responsibilities:

Preoperative Duties:

Perform complete preoperative assessments including vital signs, medication review, allergy documentation, and verification of procedural readiness.Initiate and manage IV access; administer ordered pre-op medications and fluids.Ensure all labs, imaging, and documentation are reviewed and cleared prior to procedures.Provide pre-procedure education to patients and families, explaining sedation, expectations, and discharge planning.Verify informed consent, fasting status, and NPO compliance.Collaborate with radiology, anesthesia, and surgical teams to streamline patient care and throughput.

Recovery Duties:

Receive post-procedural patients and perform focused recovery assessments including vital signs, neuro checks, and site monitoring.Monitor for complications such as bleeding, hemodynamic instability, or adverse reactions to sedation.Manage pain, nausea, and other immediate recovery needs with physician-directed interventions.Provide discharge instructions and education tailored to the patient’s procedure and condition.Document all recovery findings and nursing care in EPIC.Facilitate safe and timely discharge or admission based on patient status.

Qualifications:

Required:

Current RN license in the state of VirginiaBLS and ACLS certifications (AHA-approved)At least 1 year of experience in pre-op, PACU, ICU, ED, or procedural recovery nursing

Preferred:

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)Experience in Interventional Radiology or procedural prep/recoveryModerate sedation certificationEPIC EMR proficiency

We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, and benefits. The base pay rate for Full Time employment is:$30.38 - $55.38. Additional compensation may be available for this role such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.