Nursing Jobs in Virginia
Nursing jobs in Virginia are among the most active in the Mid-Atlantic region, with strong demand across acute care hospitals, large health systems, and outpatient and long-term care facilities. Richmond, Northern Virginia, and Norfolk anchor the bulk of hiring, with major employers like Inova Health System, VCU Health, and Sentara Healthcare maintaining large nursing workforces across the state. The most in-demand specialties right now are critical care, emergency nursing, labor and delivery, and med-surg. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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POSITION SUMMARY
Responsible for providing direct resident care as defined by the job description and as directed by supervisor.
Reports to the Charge Nurse, Unit Manager, Evening House Supervisor, Director of Nursing/Director of Resident Health Services, and Administrator.
Performs all duties in compliance with established facility policies and procedures.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Provide care for and assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) to residents as needed or as directed, including but not limited to bathing, dressing, feeding, personal hygiene, toileting, positioning, and mobility; taking all necessary measures to ensure the highest level of comfort, dignity, and safety to the resident at all times.
Report any changes in condition, including any evidence of skin breakdown or wounds, incidents, accidents, and unusual events to supervisor immediately.
Obtain vital signs and record as directed.
Review Daily Assignments at the start of each shift, noting any changes in care or transfer status.
Promptly record all care provided, using electronic medical record or paper chart as appropriate.
Prepare residents for meals and/or snacks, transporting to and from dining areas as needed. Assist with serving, identify food arrangement for sensory impaired residents, and assist with feeding as needed. Record food and fluid intake for each meal and/or snack as appropriate. Perform after-meal resident care.
Maintain tidiness and comfort in resident rooms, reducing clutter and trip/fall hazards.
Know, understand, and follow established safety, sanitation, and infection control procedures at all times.
Welcome each new resident to help ensure a comfortable transition.
Communicate with and engage residents in activities and conversation.
Conform to and perform duties in accordance with established facility policies and procedures; Department of Health Professions guidelines, and in compliance with Federal and State regulations governing the operation of Nursing and/or Assisted Living facilities.
Attend and/or complete in-service education and training as directed by facility policy, regulation, and/or Supervisor.
MARGINAL FUNCTIONS
Assist with transporting residents to and from activities, Beauty Shop appointments, and other locations within the facility as needed or as requested.
Maintain tidiness and limit clutter in social and dining areas to ensure comfort and safety.
Attend departmental and staff meetings and participate in in-service training, committees, or workgroups as needed or as directed.
Perform other related duties as assigned or required.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Certifications:
High School graduate or equivalent preferred.
Current, valid certification as Nurse Aide issued by the Virginia Department of Health Professions.
Skills:
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, with residents, staff, and family members.
Must exhibit patience and a positive attitude towards the elderly population and a desire to provide a service to the community.
Intuitive, creative thinker.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND REQUIREMENTS
Ability to stand, walk, sit, stoop, bend, and reach for extended periods.
Ability to lift up to 20 pounds frequently (up to 66% of the time spent in performance of duties) and up to 35 pounds occasionally (up to 33% of time spent in performance of duties).
Manual dexterity that allows grasping, carrying, and holding equipment and supplies or for resident care as needed to perform tasks.
Ability to see, hear, and verbally communicate with residents, visitors, and staff members during performance of duties.
DISCLAIMER
The above listing is a brief summary of the nature and scope of duties and is not intended to be a comprehensive listing of all tasks and responsibilities of the position described. The Facility Administration reserves the right to add, change, delete, or otherwise modify this description, including Essential Functions, at its sole discretion without further permission or authority required.
POSITION SUMMARY
Responsible for providing direct resident care as defined by the job description and as directed by supervisor.
Reports to the Charge Nurse, Unit Manager, Evening House Supervisor, Director of Nursing/Director of Resident Health Services, and Administrator.
Performs all duties in compliance with established facility policies and procedures.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Provide care for and assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) to residents as needed or as directed, including but not limited to bathing, dressing, feeding, personal hygiene, toileting, positioning, and mobility; taking all necessary measures to ensure the highest level of comfort, dignity, and safety to the resident at all times.
Report any changes in condition, including any evidence of skin breakdown or wounds, incidents, accidents, and unusual events to supervisor immediately.
Obtain vital signs and record as directed.
Review Daily Assignments at the start of each shift, noting any changes in care or transfer status.
Promptly record all care provided, using electronic medical record or paper chart as appropriate.
Prepare residents for meals and/or snacks, transporting to and from dining areas as needed. Assist with serving, identify food arrangement for sensory impaired residents, and assist with feeding as needed. Record food and fluid intake for each meal and/or snack as appropriate. Perform after-meal resident care.
Maintain tidiness and comfort in resident rooms, reducing clutter and trip/fall hazards.
Know, understand, and follow established safety, sanitation, and infection control procedures at all times.
Welcome each new resident to help ensure a comfortable transition.
Communicate with and engage residents in activities and conversation.
Conform to and perform duties in accordance with established facility policies and procedures; Department of Health Professions guidelines, and in compliance with Federal and State regulations governing the operation of Nursing and/or Assisted Living facilities.
Attend and/or complete in-service education and training as directed by facility policy, regulation, and/or Supervisor.
MARGINAL FUNCTIONS
Assist with transporting residents to and from activities, Beauty Shop appointments, and other locations within the facility as needed or as requested.
Maintain tidiness and limit clutter in social and dining areas to ensure comfort and safety.
Attend departmental and staff meetings and participate in in-service training, committees, or workgroups as needed or as directed.
Perform other related duties as assigned or required.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Certifications:
High School graduate or equivalent preferred.
Current, valid certification as Nurse Aide issued by the Virginia Department of Health Professions.
Skills:
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, with residents, staff, and family members.
Must exhibit patience and a positive attitude towards the elderly population and a desire to provide a service to the community.
Intuitive, creative thinker.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND REQUIREMENTS
Ability to stand, walk, sit, stoop, bend, and reach for extended periods.
Ability to lift up to 20 pounds frequently (up to 66% of the time spent in performance of duties) and up to 35 pounds occasionally (up to 33% of time spent in performance of duties).
Manual dexterity that allows grasping, carrying, and holding equipment and supplies or for resident care as needed to perform tasks.
Ability to see, hear, and verbally communicate with residents, visitors, and staff members during performance of duties.
DISCLAIMER
The above listing is a brief summary of the nature and scope of duties and is not intended to be a comprehensive listing of all tasks and responsibilities of the position described. The Facility Administration reserves the right to add, change, delete, or otherwise modify this description, including Essential Functions, at its sole discretion without further permission or authority required.
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What Virginia Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in nursing jobs across Virginia.
- Active Virginia nursing license (RN or LPN) issued by the Virginia Board of Nursing
- Current BLS certification required by most acute care and outpatient employers
- Associate or Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from an accredited program
- One or more years of clinical experience in a relevant specialty or unit type
- ACLS or PALS certification required for critical care, emergency, and pediatric roles
- Ability to work rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays
Nursing Jobs in Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a nursing in Virginia?
To become a licensed nurse in Virginia, you must complete an accredited nursing program, pass the NCLEX-RN (for registered nurses) or NCLEX-PN (for licensed practical nurses), and apply for licensure through the Virginia Board of Nursing. Virginia participates in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so nurses licensed in other compact states can practice in Virginia without obtaining a separate state license.
How much do nursings make in Virginia?
Nursings in Virginia earn a median of about $43,200 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $31,560 for the lowest 10% to over $50,980 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire nursings in Virginia?
Companies currently hiring nursings in Virginia include Riverside Health, Yad Healthcare, and US Department of Veterans Affairs, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Virginia's largest health systems, including those anchored in Richmond, Northern Virginia, and Hampton Roads, account for the majority of open nursing positions across the state.
Which Virginia cities have the most nursing jobs?
Richmond, Winchester, and Newport News have the most nursing openings in Virginia. Richmond is driven by major academic medical centers and large regional health systems, Northern Virginia benefits from its proximity to Washington D.C. and a dense concentration of hospitals and outpatient networks, and Norfolk and the broader Hampton Roads area is home to Sentara Healthcare and a large network of military and civilian medical facilities.
Are there remote nursing jobs in Virginia?
Yes, but they're rare. Nursing is a hands-on clinical role and the vast majority of positions require on-site work. About 12% of nursing openings tied to Virginia are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those openings are concentrated in non-clinical adjacent functions such as telehealth triage, care management, and utilization review.
How can I get hired as a nursing in Virginia with little or no experience?
The most realistic path is applying to a new graduate residency program, which large Virginia employers like Inova Health System, Sentara Healthcare, and VCU Health run specifically for nurses without post-graduation experience. These structured programs place new nurses in med-surg, telemetry, or general acute care units. Earning your Virginia Board of Nursing license before applying and completing a senior practicum in a high-demand specialty like critical care or emergency nursing gives candidates a measurable edge.
Where can I find and apply to nursing jobs in Virginia?
You can find and apply to nursing jobs in Virginia on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to Virginia employers. Search the listings to find roles that match your specialty, experience level, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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