Summer 2026 New Graduate Nurse Residency, 4SW/Medical Surgical

Company: VHC Health
Location: Arlington
Posted on: February 21, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Overview The Medical Telemetry Unit (also known as 4SW) is a dynamic, fast-paced 25-bed department and the largest med/surg unit in the hospital! Recently expanded and renovated, 4SW features a modern nurse’s station and state-of-the-art Masimo monitoring in every patient room, creating an environment designed to support both exceptional patient care and nursing excellence. This highly collaborative unit primarily serves Kaiser Permanente patients, with admissions from Kaiser centers and local emergency departments. Nurses on 4SW gain broad clinical experience caring for a diverse patient population, including medical and telemetry patients, general surgical cases such as laparoscopic appendectomies and cholecystectomies, as well as neurology, GYN, urology, and oncology specialties. What truly sets 4SW apart is its strong team culture and supportive work environment. Nurses work alongside engaged interdisciplinary partners in a unit that values collaboration, learning, and professional growth—making 4SW an ideal home for nurses who enjoy variety, technology, and being part of a close-knit, high-performing team. Come join a hospital dedicated to you and your career! VHC Health is a 453-bed not-for-profit Hospital and teaching facility that has been delivering high quality care to the Washington, DC metropolitan area for over 75 years. Recent accomplishments include recognition by Newsweek as a 2025 "World's Best Hospital" and VHC becoming the Washington Commanders Football provider for women's health. VHC Health is a designated Level II Trauma Center and a recognized Magnet Facility by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. At VHC Health, we are always striving to provide continued excellence and growth for our employees as well as top notch care for our patients and that is made clear with our recent accomplishments! Responsibilities Pay & Benefits: Commensurate with experience. Team members are eligible to receive benefits on the first day of the month following the date of hire, with 30 days to apply for benefits of choice. Employee-Led Engagement and Wellness Committee dedicated to make work a fun and healthy place to work Annual Employee Survey – Your Voice is Heard at VHC! Paid Major Holidays Generous Paid Time Off / Vacation / Sick Time Health Insurance Dental Insurance Tuition Reimbursement Student Loan Repayment Career Counseling, Leadership Development and Training Clinical and Research Pathways Eligible Annual Merit Review and Merit Increases Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Health Savings Account (HSA) Health Fitness & Education Class Discounts Employee Wellness Benefits Hospital Discount for Employees and Family VHC Health Outpatient Pharmacy VHC Retirement Program Workforce Enhancement Program Work/Life Discounts Program Free onsite parking Commuter Benefits Family Leave 401(k) Match and much more! Qualifications Purpose & Scope: Across all levels, the registered professional nurse is responsible for the direct and indirect total nursing care of their assigned patients. The RN is also responsible for the supervision of assigned personnel. The position requires knowledge of both department and hospital policies and procedures relevant to the delivery of nursing care. Interpretive skills, frequent interactive and consultative associations, along with management and supervisory skills are inherent in the position. The ability to retrieve, communicate or otherwise present information in a written, auditory or visual fashion is essential. The primary method to express or exchange ideas is through the spoken word. Written, telephone, and manual dexterity skills are required for this position. Education: Associate's in Nursing Required or, Bachelor's in Nursing Required Experience: New Graduate: under one year of Nursing/Patient Care in an acute care setting Certification/Licensure: Licensed as a Registered Nurse by the Virginia Department of Health Professions required or, Compact State Licensure in Nursing required BLS certification required Registered Nurses on designated units are required to maintain certain certifications. New to practice area nurses or new graduates have 1 year to complete the specialty requirements below. ACLS: ED, ICU, CVICU, Cardiac Cath Lab, Cardiopulmonary Rehab, Bronch Suite, Interventional Radiology, Radiology Safety Nurses, Step down Units (3A, 3B, 4B), 6A, 6B, 7A, Labor and Delivery, Hemodialysis, Respiratory Therapy, Float pool, GI Unit, and PACU PALS: PACU: Pediatric Nurses, ED NRP: NICU, Mother Baby, Labor and Delivery De-escalation training: BHU, ED Per policy ACLS or PALS cards stand as showing competence in BLS Skills per American Heart Association Guidelines. If an employee holds current ACLS or PALS certification, this meets the requirement for BLS in their job description. They do not need to also carry a separate BLS certification.

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