Supervisor, Nursing and Patient Care Services- Medical Surgical

Overview

Sentara Obici Hospital is hiring a Supervisor, Nursing and Patient Care Services to join our medical surgical team. This is a full‑time, second shift role in Suffolk, VA.

Hours/Days: 5 PM to 3 AM Monday‑Thursday on Week 1, 5 PM to 3 AM Tuesday‑Friday on Week 2.

The Medical‑Surgical Unit at Sentara Obici Hospital is a 21‑bed unit with an RN‑to‑patient ratio of 1:5 or 1:6. PCTs assist with an average of 10 or 11 patients. The 1 East Surgery Unit is a 24‑bed unit specializing in orthopedics, spine and bariatrics, designed to provide high‑quality, short‑stay care. The team also sees high acuity surgical patients from Endoscopy, General surgery and GI.

Average patient stay is 1 to 2 days. RN staff can expect a 1:5 or 1:6 ratio and an average of 6 to 8 patient discharges per shift. It is a well‑staffed, fast‑paced environment that values ongoing staff development through a comprehensive orientation program.

• Onsite childcare for team members providing a safe, nurturing environment
• Free parking and shuttle service
• Opportunities for advancement within Sentara Health
• Management Incentive Bonus of up to 10%

The Supervisor is responsible for overseeing and managing the day‑to‑day operations of the healthcare facility during their shift, ensuring high‑quality patient care, safety, and staff efficiency. This position serves as the primary liaison between departments, providing leadership, direction, and support to nursing staff, physicians, and other healthcare providers. The Supervisor is also tasked with coordinating patient flow, managing staffing levels, responding to emergencies, and addressing any operational issues that may arise throughout their shift.

• Bachelor of Science Nursing – BSN (required)
• MSN (preferred)

• Registered nursing License (required)
• BLS required within 90 days of hire
• Professional Specialty Nursing Certification preferred

• 1 year of previous management experience OR 2 years’ experience in a support leadership RN position (required)
• 3 years of nursing experience (required) Benefits:
  Caring For Your Family and Your Career
  • 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 is met
  Sentara Obici Hospital

  Sentara Obici Hospital is a 175‑bed state‑of‑the‑art facility located on Godwin Boulevard in Suffolk, VA. It is a full‑service hospital that continues a legacy of providing residents of Western Tidewater with high‑quality, patient‑centered care. As a recognized accredited Primary Stroke Center and Magnet hospital for nursing excellence, the hospital specializes in orthopedic and spine, heart and vascular, advanced imaging, gynecological and comprehensive breast services, behavioral health, maternity, weight loss surgery, and a heartburn treatment center.

  Equal
  
  Opportunity Employer

  Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging are guiding principles of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.

  Other Information

  This is a tobacco‑free environment. For positions that are available as remote work, Sentara Health employs associates in the following states:
  Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.