Outpatient Registered Nurse Jobs in Virginia
Outpatient Registered Nurse jobs in Virginia represent one of the more active markets in the mid-Atlantic region, with consistent demand across physician group practices, ambulatory surgery centers, and specialty clinic networks at every level from new graduate to experienced charge nurse. Northern Virginia, Richmond, and Virginia Beach are the primary hiring hubs, where large systems like Inova Health System, VCU Health, and Sentara Healthcare maintain substantial outpatient footprints. The most sought-after specialties in Virginia outpatient settings include oncology infusion, orthopedics, and chronic disease management. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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This job description integrates the AAACN Scope and Standards of Practice for Professional Ambulatory Care Nursing, the ANA Nursing: Scope and Standards of Practice, and the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses with Interpretive Statements, with the UVA Nursing Professional Practice Model.
ANA Scope and Standards of Practice definition of nursing: Nursing is the protection, promotion, and optimization of health and abilities, prevention of illness and injury, facilitation of healing, alleviation of suffering through the diagnosis and treatment of human response, and advocacy in the care of individuals, families, groups, communities and populations.
Relationship Based Care - Self and Colleagues: reflects the influence of the nurse's relationship with self, colleagues, and patient/family on the patient's experience.
Relationship Based Care - Patients and Families: reflects the influence of the nurse's relationship with self, colleagues, and patient/family on the patient's experience.
Expert Caring: encompasses clinical assessment, planning, prioritizing, coordinating, and implementation of care.
Empowered Leaders: demonstrate knowledge of and actively participate in shared governance.
Lifelong Learners: encompasses professional development through formal education, professional certification, and internal and external learning opportunities and recognizes the value of external professional organizations. Supports onboarding of new team members and precepts as applicable.
Quality Achievement: includes adherence to clinical documentation guidelines, comprehension of outcomes data, engagement in performance improvement activities, and commitment to standard work.
Innovation: is demonstrated by the application of technologies that support patient care, actively seeking to implement evidence-based practice and new knowledge generated by nursing research.
In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education: Graduate of an accredited nursing program required. Bachelor of Science in Nursing required within 5 years of hire.
Experience: 1 year of relevant experience.
Licensure: Licensed to Practice as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia. American Heart Association (AHA) Healthcare Provider BLS certification required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Job requires standing for prolonged periods, frequently traveling, bending/stooping. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 20 - 50lbs. May be exposed to chemicals, blood/body fluids and infectious disease
The pay range for this role is $37.51 - $49.82 hourly. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.Benefits
Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings
Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts
Certification and education support
Generous Paid Time Off
UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report “Best Hospitals” guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as “High Performing” in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children’s is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.
The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.
This job description integrates the AAACN Scope and Standards of Practice for Professional Ambulatory Care Nursing, the ANA Nursing: Scope and Standards of Practice, and the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses with Interpretive Statements, with the UVA Nursing Professional Practice Model.
ANA Scope and Standards of Practice definition of nursing: Nursing is the protection, promotion, and optimization of health and abilities, prevention of illness and injury, facilitation of healing, alleviation of suffering through the diagnosis and treatment of human response, and advocacy in the care of individuals, families, groups, communities and populations.
Relationship Based Care - Self and Colleagues: reflects the influence of the nurse's relationship with self, colleagues, and patient/family on the patient's experience.
Relationship Based Care - Patients and Families: reflects the influence of the nurse's relationship with self, colleagues, and patient/family on the patient's experience.
Expert Caring: encompasses clinical assessment, planning, prioritizing, coordinating, and implementation of care.
Empowered Leaders: demonstrate knowledge of and actively participate in shared governance.
Lifelong Learners: encompasses professional development through formal education, professional certification, and internal and external learning opportunities and recognizes the value of external professional organizations. Supports onboarding of new team members and precepts as applicable.
Quality Achievement: includes adherence to clinical documentation guidelines, comprehension of outcomes data, engagement in performance improvement activities, and commitment to standard work.
Innovation: is demonstrated by the application of technologies that support patient care, actively seeking to implement evidence-based practice and new knowledge generated by nursing research.
In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education: Graduate of an accredited nursing program required. Bachelor of Science in Nursing required within 5 years of hire.
Experience: 1 year of relevant experience.
Licensure: Licensed to Practice as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia. American Heart Association (AHA) Healthcare Provider BLS certification required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Job requires standing for prolonged periods, frequently traveling, bending/stooping. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 20 - 50lbs. May be exposed to chemicals, blood/body fluids and infectious disease
The pay range for this role is $37.51 - $49.82 hourly. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.Benefits
Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings
Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts
Certification and education support
Generous Paid Time Off
UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report “Best Hospitals” guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as “High Performing” in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children’s is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.
The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.
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Outpatient Registered Nurse Job Market in Virginia
A snapshot from current Virginia openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Inova Health System15
- University of Virginia13
- Fresenius Medical Care6
- Inova Health3
- VHC Health2
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services13
- Education4
- Investment & Asset Management4
What Virginia Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in outpatient registered nurse jobs across Virginia.
- Active registered nurse license issued or recognized by the Virginia Board of Nursing
- Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association required at hire
- Associate or bachelor's degree in nursing from an accredited program
- Minimum one to two years of clinical nursing experience in an outpatient or ambulatory setting
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner
- Strong patient education skills and ability to manage high-volume appointment-based care
Outpatient Registered Nurse Jobs in Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a outpatient registered nurse in Virginia?
To become an outpatient registered nurse in Virginia, you must graduate from an accredited nursing program, pass the NCLEX-RN, and obtain an active license through the Virginia Board of Nursing. Virginia participates in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so nurses licensed in other compact states may practice without a separate Virginia license. Outpatient roles typically prefer candidates with ambulatory care or clinic experience, though new graduates are considered for residency programs at major systems.
How much do outpatient registered nurses make in Virginia?
Outpatient registered nurses in Virginia earn a median of about $93,600 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $67,830 for the lowest 10% to over $125,580 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire outpatient registered nurses in Virginia?
Companies currently hiring outpatient registered nurses in Virginia include Inova Health System, University of Virginia, and Fresenius Medical Care, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Virginia's concentration of large integrated health systems and specialty group practices means outpatient RN openings are distributed across both major metro areas and suburban clinic networks throughout the state.
Which Virginia cities have the most outpatient registered nurse jobs?
The cities with the most outpatient registered nurse openings in Virginia are Charlottesville, Fairfax, and Richmond. Northern Virginia's density of specialty clinics and proximity to major hospital campuses drives the heaviest volume, while Richmond and Virginia Beach reflect the strong outpatient networks anchored by VCU Health and Sentara Healthcare respectively, pulling demand into surrounding suburban communities as well.
Are there remote outpatient registered nurse jobs in Virginia?
Yes, but they're rare. Outpatient registered nursing is fundamentally hands-on work, and most roles require on-site patient care. About 25% of outpatient registered nurse openings tied to Virginia are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions are almost exclusively in telephone triage, care coordination, or utilization review functions rather than direct clinical care.
How can I get hired as a outpatient registered nurse in Virginia with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a new graduate nurse residency program, which Inova Health System, Sentara Healthcare, and VCU Health all offer in Virginia with rotations that include outpatient and ambulatory settings. Candidates without ambulatory experience can also lateral from medical-surgical, urgent care, or home health roles, where assessment and patient education skills transfer directly. Obtaining your Virginia Board of Nursing license promptly and earning a BLS certification before applying strengthens your candidacy considerably.
Where can I find and apply to outpatient registered nurse jobs in Virginia?
You can find and apply to outpatient registered nurse jobs in Virginia on Migrate Mate, which lists current Virginia openings across outpatient clinics, specialty practices, and ambulatory surgery centers. Search for roles that fit your experience level and specialty background, then apply directly to the ones that match.
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