Registered Nurse, Nurse Professional Development Specialist (Educator) Emergency Dept

Sentara Health
Norfolk, VA
City/State Norfolk, VA

Work Shift First (Days)

Overview:

Registered Nurse (RN) Nursing Professional Development Specialist- Emergency Department Educator | Level I Trauma Center

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital is hiring full-time Registered Nurse, Nursing Professional Development Specialist (Educator) for our Emergency Department, home to Hampton Roads' only Level I Trauma Center. This is an opportunity to join a high-performing emergency nursing team where clinical skill, teamwork, and purpose come together to make an immediate impact for patients and families across the region.

Location: Sentara Norfolk General Hospital - Norfolk, VA

Position Status: Full-time, 40 hours per week

Shift: Days

Hours: 7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

On Call: One Weekend approximately every 10 weeks

The Nursing Professional Development Specialist is a registered nurse with advanced expertise and clinical experience, responsible for the development, implementation, and evaluation of educational programs for nursing staff and healthcare teams. This role involves teaching advanced clinical skills, fostering professional development, and ensuring adherence to evidence-based practices. The Nursing Professional Development Specialist also designs training materials, provides mentorship, and conducts in-service education sessions to enhance nursing knowledge and performance.

Why Join the Sentara Norfolk General Emergency Department?

At Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Emergency Department nurses care for patients in one of the region's most advanced and fast-paced clinical environments. Our 53-bed Emergency Department is equipped to manage a wide range of medical emergencies, with approximately 10% of cases related to trauma .

Sentara Norfolk General Emergency Department has been recognized with the Emergency Nurses Association Lantern Award , honoring exceptional and innovative leadership, practice, education, advocacy, and research .

Education Requirements Master's Level Degree, MSN in Registered Nursing Required

Certification/Licensure Requirements Registered Nurse license required

NPD-BC Nursing Professional Development Certification - American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Required

Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 90 days of hire

NIHSS, TCRN, SCRN, TNCC, CEN, PALS, and ACLS preferred

Experience Requirements Three Years of Clinical RN experience Required

Emergency Department, Level 1 Trauma experience preferred

Process Improvement, Project Management, and Nursing Education experience strongly preferred

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital is the region's first Magnet hospital, a 525-bed medical center, a primary teaching facility, and home to the area's only Level I Trauma Center within a 126-mile region.

Incentives and Support

Sentara also offers career advancement opportunities, professional development resources, tuition assistance, certification support, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family.

Keywords: RN, Registered Nurse, Emergency Department, ED, Emergency Room, ER, Trauma, Level I Trauma Center, Critical Care, Acute Care, CEN, TCRN, TNCC, ACLS, PALS, NIHSS, Talroo-Nursing, Monster, LinkedIn, ZipRecruiter, #LI-SM1, nurse educator, stroke, training and development, process improvement, NPD, NPD-BC Nursing Professional Development Certification, American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)

.

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

Here at Sentara, we are committed to consistently enhancing our training, advancement tracks, work-life benefits, and more. Our goal is to make you feel more excited to be here every day!

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital , located in Norfolk, VA, is a 525-bed tertiary care facility that is home to the only Level I Adult Trauma Center and burn trauma unit in Hampton Roads, and also serves as the primary teaching hospital for Eastern Virginia Medical School.

In addition to the high-quality heart program at Sentara Heart Hospital, our facility is home to Nightingale Regional Air Ambulance and several other dedicated facilities and specialized services. As a recognized accredited Comprehensive Stroke Center, and Magnet hospital for nursing excellence, our hospital specializes in heart and vascular, neurosciences, neurosurgery, urology, oncology, spine care, advanced imaging, behavioral health, maternity, and women's health, including a state-of-the-art neonatal intensive care unit.

Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.

In support of our mission “to improve health every day,” 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.
Posted 2026-07-25

Recommended Jobs

Janitorial Cleaner (Various Shifts)

Global Cleaning Services Corp
Virginia Beach, VA

Job Description Job Description Global Cleaning Services is seeking dependable part-time Oceanfront Restroom Cleaners to help maintain clean, safe, and sanitary public restroom facilities along t…

View Details
Posted 2026-07-04

Automotive Sales Consultant

Ted Britt Chevrolet
Sterling, VA

Job Description Job Description Description: Join the Ted Britt Automotive Group Team! We’re seeking motivated and customer-focused Automotive Sales Consultants who are passionate about helping …

View Details
Posted 2026-06-29

Skillbridge Candidates

ARES Corporation
Spotsylvania, VA

Job Description Job Description ARES Corporation is seeking candidates for our SkillBridge Program. We have multiple opportunities available across various disciplines and are excited to support…

View Details
Posted 2026-03-16

Restaurant Operations Management

Waffle House, Inc.
Fredericksburg, VA

Since 1955, Waffle House has provided outstanding careers and opportunities for professional achievement unmatched in the restaurant industry. We only promote from within, which leads to significant …

View Details
Posted 2026-01-28

Dental Hygienist (Manassas Smiles)

MB2 Dental
Manassas, VA

Job Description Job Description We're Hiring a Dental Hygienist! At Manassas Smiles, our hygiene team is at the heart of everything we do. We don’t just clean teeth - we build relationships, …

View Details
Posted 2026-06-26

Automotive Detailer/ Lot Porter VA

Music City Recon
Vienna, VA

Job Description Job Description Nationwide detailing company, has an open opportunity in a car dealership in VA Area. We are looking for a Car Detailer / Porter, to join our team and provide e…

View Details
Posted 2026-06-24

Captain - Phenom 300

Vantage Aviation
Richmond, VA

Job Description Job Description Description: About Vantage Aviation: Vantage is a fully integrated, multi-vertical business aviation firm that specializes in all things private aviation. …

View Details
Posted 2026-07-17

Residential Construction and Design Build Opportunities: Submit Your Resume

P3Hired
Arlington, VA

Job Description Job Description We’re always interested in connecting with talented professionals in residential construction and design-build. If you’re passionate about quality craftsmanship an…

View Details
Posted 2026-07-04

Cleared Escort | TS/SCI FS-Poly

IDS International
Warrenton, VA

Cleared Escort with TS/SCI Clearance with Full Scope Poly Warrenton, VA Join IDS International’s National Security Services team supporting secure & mission-critical environments. Cleared Esc…

View Details
Posted 2026-07-16

Production and Training Manager, Lead Marketing

Vacatia
Williamsburg, VA

Job Description Job Description Join Vacatia and champion the field; Train talent, Elevate event execution, and Maximize market impact! Location: Florida or Virginia (Hybrid Flexibility) Abo…

View Details
Posted 2026-07-11