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RN Unit Coordinator; UC SSU​/Observation

Job in Suffolk, Virginia, 23437, USA
Listing for: Sentara Healthcare Inc
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-26
Job specializations:
  • Nursing
    Healthcare Nursing, RN Nurse, Nursing Home, Staff Nurse
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: RN Unit Coordinator (UC) SSU/ Observation

Sentara Obici Hospital

is hiring a Registered Nurse (RN) Unit Coordinator to join our Surgical Short Stay (SSU) Observation Unit! This is a full time, night shift in Suffolk, VA.

Overview

Hours:

7p to 7a with rotating weekends.

The Observation/Short Stay Unit

is an 18-bed department that specializes in observation, post-procedural monitoring, and short-term treatments, including TIA workups, stress tests, and radiology procedures. The maximum stay is typically two days per patient. Registered nurses can expect between 6 and 8 patient discharges per shift, with a nurse-to-patient ratio of approximately 1:5 to 1:6. The unit is supported by a highly skilled team of unit coordinators, educators, and a nurse manager.

It benefits from low staff turnover and a strong culture of collaboration. Additional PCT staff are available to assist with ambulation and patient care. This well-supported team is ideal for both new graduate nurses and experienced Registered Nurses looking to expand their skills. Sentara Obici Hospital is recognized as a certified stroke center and holds magnet designation for excellence in patient care.

Why

Choose Sentara Obici Hospital?
  • Onsite childcare for team members providing a safe, nurturing environment
  • Free parking and shuttle service
  • Opportunities for advancement within Sentara Health
    - Clinical Ladder program
  • Recognition programs for nursing excellence
  • Outstanding Transition to Practice and Nurse Residency programs to help you succeed!
The Registered Nurse Unit Coordinator

demonstrates proficiency in nursing practice for assigned specialty area and provides clinical leadership for the delivery of nursing care in a department. Under the direction of the department manager leads safety and quality initiatives, focuses on and simplifies workflow, and contributes to the development of staff. Increase staff satisfaction and promotes excellent (Gold Standard) customer service.

Education
  • Bachelor of Science Nursing (BSN) (required)
  • MSN (preferred)
Certification/Licensure
  • Registered nursing License (required)
  • BLS required within 90 days of hire
  • ACLS required within 90 days of hire
  • Professional Specialty Nursing Certification preferred
Experience
  • 18 months of acute care RN experience (required)
  • Previous healthcare experience (required)
  • Experience in stroke and telemetry care areas preferred
  • Charge nurse experience preferred

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