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Supervisor, Nursing and Patient Care Services- Medical Surgical

Sentara Health
Sentara Louise Obici Hospital, United States, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 3 Feb 2026

About the role

City/State

Suffolk, VA

Work Shift

Second (Evenings)

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

Areas this role will support:

The Medical-Surgical Unit at Sentara Obici Hospital is a great place to learn and grow, supported by a longstanding leadership team and strong preceptors dedicated to mentoring new nurses. With a 21-bed capacity, an RN-to-patient ratio of 1:5 or 6, and PCTs assisting with an average of 10 or 11 patients, the unit offers a collaborative, supportive environment ideal for both new graduates and experienced nurses seeking to enhance their skillset.

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. The RN staff can expect a 1:5 or 1:6 ratio and can expect 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, where managers and educators meet biweekly to refine learning strategies and enhance clinical skills.

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

  • Management Incentive Bonus of up to 10%

The Supervisor, Nursing and Patient Care Services 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.

Education

  • Bachelor of Science Nursing- BSN (required) Or

  • MSN (Preferred)

Certification/Licensure

  • Registered nursing License (Required)

  • BLS required within 90 days of hire

  • Professional Specialty Nursing Certification preferred.

Experience

  • 1 year of previous management experience OR 2 years' experience in a support leadership RN position, (Required)

  • 3 years of nursing experience (Required)

  • 5+ years of nursing experience preferred

  • Medical Surgical or Oncology background preferred

  • Staff development and retention

  • Quality outcomes and patient experience

Keywords: medsurg, oncology, Orthopedics, bariatrics, med-surg, medical surgical, supervisor, registered nurse, RN, Registered Nurse, nursing leadership, Certified

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Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your CareerMedical, 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 PlanColleagues may have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met

Sentara Obici Hospital, a 175-bed state-of-the-art facility, is located on Godwin Boulevard in Suffolk, VA. Our full-service hospital 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, g

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