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Sentara Health hires across clinical and allied health disciplines, from nursing and pharmacy to imaging and rehabilitation. The organization has a consistent track record of sponsoring international healthcare professionals, making it a practical target if you're building a U.S. career in this field.
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Virginia Beach, VA
Work Shift
Third (Nights)
Overview:
Sentara Virginia Beach GH is searching for an experienced Medical/Surgical or IMC RN to join the Resource Pool - for their ED Holds in the Emergency Dept.
Up to $15,000 Sign on Bonus for Experienced Qualified Candidates.
Hours/Shift:
FT - Nights 7a-7p
Job Description:
The Registered Nursing (RN) works collaboratively with the ED team caring for patients admitted to a med/surg level of care awaiting a room. This RN is part of the Resource Pool and will float to IMC/Med Surg units when needed.
Department/Position Overview:
This is a 41-bed Level III Trauma ED with 6 beds dedicated to a lock down psychiatric screening and treatment area. We are a stroke certified ED and receive STEMI and psychiatric patients. The ED treats about 150 patients per day with a dedicated radiology suite in the ED for plain film and CT imaging.
Education:
- ADN required, BSN or higher preferred.
Certification:
- Virginia or compact multistate RN (Registered Nurse) license in good standing.
- BLS
Experience:
- RN Experienced in a hospital setting.
- Min of 18mos RN Experience in an IMCU or medical surgical unit.
Keywords: Registered Nurse, RN, Resource Pool, ED Holding, Level III Trauma, Medical surgical/ step down, IMCU
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 Virginia Beach General Hospital, located in Virginia Beach, VA, is home to the region’s only Level III Trauma Center. Our 273-bed facility has a long history of commitment to our communities of Virginia Beach, Eastern Shore, and Northeastern North Carolina, offering specialized tertiary services as well as many advanced clinical services. We are located just 15 minutes from VA Beach Town Center and just a few minutes to the Oceanfront.
As a recognized accredited Primary Stroke Center, and Magnet hospital for nursing excellence, our hospital specializes in heart, vascular, neuroscience, neurosurgery, orthopedics and spine care, cancer care, advanced imaging, and behavioral health.
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.
City/State
Virginia Beach, VA
Work Shift
Third (Nights)
Overview:
Sentara Virginia Beach GH is searching for an experienced Medical/Surgical or IMC RN to join the Resource Pool - for their ED Holds in the Emergency Dept.
Up to $15,000 Sign on Bonus for Experienced Qualified Candidates.
Hours/Shift:
FT - Nights 7a-7p
Job Description:
The Registered Nursing (RN) works collaboratively with the ED team caring for patients admitted to a med/surg level of care awaiting a room. This RN is part of the Resource Pool and will float to IMC/Med Surg units when needed.
Department/Position Overview:
This is a 41-bed Level III Trauma ED with 6 beds dedicated to a lock down psychiatric screening and treatment area. We are a stroke certified ED and receive STEMI and psychiatric patients. The ED treats about 150 patients per day with a dedicated radiology suite in the ED for plain film and CT imaging.
Education:
- ADN required, BSN or higher preferred.
Certification:
- Virginia or compact multistate RN (Registered Nurse) license in good standing.
- BLS
Experience:
- RN Experienced in a hospital setting.
- Min of 18mos RN Experience in an IMCU or medical surgical unit.
Keywords: Registered Nurse, RN, Resource Pool, ED Holding, Level III Trauma, Medical surgical/ step down, IMCU
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 Virginia Beach General Hospital, located in Virginia Beach, VA, is home to the region’s only Level III Trauma Center. Our 273-bed facility has a long history of commitment to our communities of Virginia Beach, Eastern Shore, and Northeastern North Carolina, offering specialized tertiary services as well as many advanced clinical services. We are located just 15 minutes from VA Beach Town Center and just a few minutes to the Oceanfront.
As a recognized accredited Primary Stroke Center, and Magnet hospital for nursing excellence, our hospital specializes in heart, vascular, neuroscience, neurosurgery, orthopedics and spine care, cancer care, advanced imaging, and behavioral health.
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.
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Align Your Credentials Before Applying
Healthcare roles at Sentara require state licensure before a visa petition can move forward. Confirm your nursing, pharmacy, or therapy credentials are eligible for Virginia endorsement early, since USCIS processing cannot begin until your license is in hand.
Target Roles With Specialty Occupation Clarity
Positions like registered nurse, pharmacist, and physical therapist map cleanly to H-1B specialty occupation requirements. Roles with broader job descriptions, such as care coordinator, can face additional USCIS scrutiny, so prioritize openings where a specific degree field is explicitly required.
Use Migrate Mate to Filter Sentara Openings
Search Sentara Health's Healthcare listings on Migrate Mate to surface roles that align with your visa type. Filtering by sponsorship history helps you focus applications on departments that have moved candidates through the process before.
Clarify Sponsorship Scope During Interviews
Sentara's recruiting and HR teams handle sponsorship decisions differently across service lines. Ask directly whether the specific department budget covers H-1B filing fees and whether they use premium processing, since timelines vary significantly between a two-week and a six-month approval window.
Verify Your J-1 Waiver Status Before Accepting an Offer
J-1 physicians and healthcare fellows completing training face a two-year home residency requirement. If you're in this category, confirm with DOL or USCIS that a Conrad 30 waiver or interested government agency waiver is in motion before Sentara initiates an H-1B petition on your behalf.
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Find Healthcare at Sentara Health JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does Sentara Health sponsor H-1B visas for Healthcares?
Yes, Sentara Health sponsors H-1B visas for qualifying Healthcare roles. Positions that meet the specialty occupation standard, meaning they require a specific bachelor's degree or higher in a directly related field, are the strongest candidates. Clinical roles such as pharmacist, physical therapist, and registered nurse typically satisfy that threshold, though each petition is evaluated individually by USCIS.
How do I apply for Healthcare jobs at Sentara Health?
Applications go through Sentara's careers portal, where Healthcare openings are listed by department and location across Virginia and North Carolina. Before applying, confirm the role aligns with your current visa status or sponsorship eligibility. Migrate Mate aggregates Sentara's Healthcare listings in one place, so you can filter by role type and quickly identify positions that match your background and visa situation.
Which visa types does Sentara Health commonly use for Healthcare roles?
Sentara sponsors H-1B visas for roles meeting specialty occupation criteria, and also works with F-1 OPT and CPT candidates in clinical or allied health fields completing degree programs. TN visas are an option for Canadian and Mexican nationals in eligible Healthcare occupations listed under USMCA. J-1 is used for certain training and exchange programs, though the two-year home residency requirement can complicate a transition to long-term employment.
What qualifications does Sentara Health expect for Healthcare roles?
Clinical roles generally require a relevant degree, active state licensure in Virginia or the applicable state, and often prior acute care or specialty experience. Allied health positions, including imaging, rehabilitation, and pharmacy, have their own licensure and certification requirements set at the state level. For visa purposes, the degree field must directly correspond to the job duties, so a general science degree may not satisfy USCIS requirements for a specialized clinical role.
How long does the sponsorship process take for a Healthcare role at Sentara?
From offer acceptance to H-1B approval, the timeline depends on whether Sentara uses premium processing, which USCIS adjudicates within 15 business days, or standard processing, which can take several months. State licensure must be secured before the petition is filed, which can add weeks depending on your home country credentials and Virginia's endorsement process. Cap-subject petitions are only available with an October 1 start date, so timing your offer relative to the April registration window matters.
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