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Norfolk, VAWork Shift
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Registered Nurse (RN) Supervisor– Emergency Department | Level I Trauma Center
Sentara Norfolk General Hospital is hiring a full-time Registered Nurse Supervisor 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: Evening-Rotating
Available Hours:
9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
11:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m.
1:00 p.m. – 1:00 a.m.
3:00 p.m. – 3:00 a.m.
Weekends: Every other weekend availability required
Holiday Rotation: Required
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.
As part of a Level I Trauma Center, you will work alongside experienced emergency medicine providers, specialists, and interdisciplinary teams to deliver timely, high-quality care when patients need it most. Nurses in this department gain exposure to complex emergency, trauma, cardiac, stroke, critical care, and specialty cases while building advanced clinical skills in a collaborative environment.
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
BSN Required
Certification/Licensure Requirements
Registered Nurse license required
Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 90 days of hire
NIHSS, TCRN, SCRN, TNCC, CEN, PALS, and ACLS preferred
Experience Requirements
2 years RN experience Required
Emergency Department experience preferred
One year Nursing Leadership/Supervisory experience required
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.
Who We’re Looking For
We are seeking RNs who thrive in a fast-paced setting, communicate effectively, demonstrate strong critical thinking, and are committed to delivering safe, patient-centered emergency care. Emergency Department experience is preferred, but motivated nurses who are ready to grow in emergency nursing are encouraged to apply.
Incentives and Support
Qualified candidates may be eligible for a sign-on bonus and relocation assistance. 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.
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We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, and benefits. The base pay range for full-time employment is $104,416.00 - $154,356.80 annually. Additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call pay, overtime, shift premiums, extra-shift incentives, or bonus opportunities. Compensation within the range may vary based on qualifications, experience, location, market conditions, and business needs. Note: If an annual salary is posted, it is based on a full-time colleague working 2,080 hours annually.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
- Pet Insurance
- Legal Resources Plan
- Colleagues have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met.
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.
City/State
Norfolk, VAWork Shift
Second (Evenings)Overview:
Registered Nurse (RN) Supervisor– Emergency Department | Level I Trauma Center
Sentara Norfolk General Hospital is hiring a full-time Registered Nurse Supervisor 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: Evening-Rotating
Available Hours:
9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
11:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m.
1:00 p.m. – 1:00 a.m.
3:00 p.m. – 3:00 a.m.
Weekends: Every other weekend availability required
Holiday Rotation: Required
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.
As part of a Level I Trauma Center, you will work alongside experienced emergency medicine providers, specialists, and interdisciplinary teams to deliver timely, high-quality care when patients need it most. Nurses in this department gain exposure to complex emergency, trauma, cardiac, stroke, critical care, and specialty cases while building advanced clinical skills in a collaborative environment.
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
BSN Required
Certification/Licensure Requirements
Registered Nurse license required
Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 90 days of hire
NIHSS, TCRN, SCRN, TNCC, CEN, PALS, and ACLS preferred
Experience Requirements
2 years RN experience Required
Emergency Department experience preferred
One year Nursing Leadership/Supervisory experience required
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.
Who We’re Looking For
We are seeking RNs who thrive in a fast-paced setting, communicate effectively, demonstrate strong critical thinking, and are committed to delivering safe, patient-centered emergency care. Emergency Department experience is preferred, but motivated nurses who are ready to grow in emergency nursing are encouraged to apply.
Incentives and Support
Qualified candidates may be eligible for a sign-on bonus and relocation assistance. 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, Sentara Norfolk General, Norfolk, Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Portsmouth, Hampton Roads, Talroo-Nursing, Monster, LinkedIn, ZipRecruiter, #LI-SM1, Unit Coordinator, Nurse Supervisor
We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, and benefits. The base pay range for full-time employment is $104,416.00 - $154,356.80 annually. Additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call pay, overtime, shift premiums, extra-shift incentives, or bonus opportunities. Compensation within the range may vary based on qualifications, experience, location, market conditions, and business needs. Note: If an annual salary is posted, it is based on a full-time colleague working 2,080 hours annually.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
- Pet Insurance
- Legal Resources Plan
- Colleagues have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met.
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.
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Who's Hiring
- H&M47
- Whole Foods Market28
- HomeGoods25
- TJ Maxx20
- Lowe's Home Improvement19
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Retail
- Education
- Automotive
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in department supervisor jobs.
- Two or more years of supervisory or team lead experience in a relevant department
- Proven ability to manage scheduling, coverage, and labor budgets for a team
- Experience with inventory management, stock audits, or loss prevention procedures
- Proficiency with point-of-sale systems, warehouse management software, or department-specific tools
- Strong verbal communication and written reporting skills for daily operations updates
- High school diploma or equivalent required, with an associate or bachelor's degree preferred
Tips for Your Department Supervisor Job Search
Quantify your team management results
Department supervisor resumes stand out when you replace vague claims with specific outcomes, number of direct reports managed, reduction in turnover you drove, or efficiency gains your scheduling changes produced. Hiring managers compare candidates on measurable impact, not general responsibility lists.
Tailor your resume to the department type
A department supervisor role in a grocery chain expects familiarity with perishables, shrink control, and planogram compliance, while a warehouse version focuses on throughput metrics and safety audits. Swap out generic bullet points so your resume reflects the actual department you're targeting.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists department supervisor openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter for department type before applying
Not all department supervisor openings require the same background. Sort by department or industry before applying so you're not sending the same resume to a pharmacy department role and a heavy-equipment floor position, both will screen for very different operational knowledge.
Prepare scenario answers on conflict resolution
Department supervisor interviews almost always include a question about handling a dispute between employees or addressing a team member who isn't meeting performance standards. Prepare two or three specific examples with clear outcomes before your first phone screen, interviewers move fast on this category.
Negotiate schedule flexibility alongside compensation
Department supervisor roles frequently include weekend, early morning, or closing shifts built into the job description. During the offer stage, clarify which shifts are fixed and which rotate, then negotiate before you accept, renegotiating schedule after your start date is significantly harder.
Department Supervisor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most department supervisors?
The companies hiring the most department supervisors right now include H&M, Whole Foods Market, and HomeGoods, with the largest share of openings in California, Pennsylvania, and Massachusetts, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Retail chains, distribution centers, and regional healthcare systems consistently post the highest volume of these roles.
How many department supervisor jobs are remote?
About 10% of department supervisor openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, which is lower than most white-collar roles because the position typically requires on-site team oversight. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements include training coordination, scheduling management, and back-office operations supervisory roles.
How do you become a department supervisor?
Most department supervisors start as individual contributors in the same department, then take on shift lead or team lead duties to build supervisory experience. From there, expressing interest in open supervisor roles, completing any internal leadership training your employer offers, and documenting your team results positions you for promotion. External candidates typically need prior lead or supervisory experience to be considered.
Can you get hired as a department supervisor with no experience?
Direct supervisory experience is usually required, but candidates who have informally led a team, trained new hires, or handled opening or closing responsibilities can make a credible case. Emphasize any situation where you were responsible for other people's output, even without the official title. Smaller employers and high-turnover departments are more likely to consider candidates who are close to ready rather than fully seasoned.
What does the department supervisor interview process look like?
The process typically starts with a phone screen focused on your supervisory background and availability, followed by one or two in-person rounds. Expect behavioral questions about managing underperformers, handling scheduling conflicts, and driving department metrics. Some employers include a brief walkthrough of the department floor or a scenario exercise where you're asked how you'd respond to a specific operational problem.
Where can I find and apply to department supervisor jobs?
You can find and apply to department supervisor jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search for roles that match your department background and experience level, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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