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Description The Registered Nurse will play a critical role in delivering high-quality, compassionate care to a diverse patient population. Your responsibilities will encompass all aspects of patient ...

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How much do anticoagulation nurse jobs pay per week?

As of Aug 10, 2026, the average weekly pay for anticoagulation nurse in the United States is $1,916.65, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $1,509.62 and $2,221.15 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an anticoagulation nurse?

An Anticoagulation Nurse requires a strong background in nursing, clinical pharmacology, and patient education, typically supported by an RN license and experience in anticoagulant therapy management. Familiarity with laboratory monitoring tools (like INR and PT/INR testing), electronic health record (EHR) systems, and sometimes certification in anticoagulation management or related continuing education are commonly expected. Excellent communication, attention to detail, and the ability to provide patient-centered education set outstanding candidates apart. These competencies are vital to ensuring patient safety, preventing complications, and delivering effective, individualized anticoagulation care.

What are some common challenges faced by anticoagulation nurses in their daily work?

Anticoagulation Nurses often manage patients with complex medical conditions who may be on multiple medications, making careful monitoring and dose adjustment essential. Ensuring patients understand their therapy, diet restrictions, and potential side effects is another challenge, as it involves frequent patient education and follow-up. Additionally, coordinating closely with physicians, pharmacists, and laboratory staff requires strong teamwork and clear communication. Despite these challenges, many nurses find the role rewarding due to its focus on patient safety and the opportunity to build lasting patient relationships.

What does an anticoagulation nurse do?

An Anticoagulation Nurse specializes in monitoring and managing patients on blood thinners to prevent or treat conditions like deep vein thrombosis, atrial fibrillation, and pulmonary embolism. They assess patients, adjust medication dosages based on lab results, provide education on diet and lifestyle, and help prevent complications like bleeding or clotting. Their role requires close collaboration with doctors and pharmacists to ensure safe and effective anticoagulation therapy.

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Infographic showing various Anticoagulation Nurse job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 58% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 23% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $99,666 per year, or $47.9 per hour.

Anticoagulation Nurse

Sentara Healthcare

Suffolk, VA • On-site

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 13 days ago


Sentara Health rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 398 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

491st of 887 rated healthcare providers


Job description

City/State
Suffolk, VA
Work Shift
First (Days)
Overview:
Description
The Registered Nurse will play a critical role in delivering high-quality, compassionate care to a diverse patient population. Your responsibilities will encompass all aspects of patient care, including conducting thorough assessments, designing and implementing personalized care plans, administering medications and treatments, and evaluating patient responses to interventions. You will work closely with an interdisciplinary team of healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care and ensure continuity throughout the treatment process.
In this role, you will educate patients and their families about health conditions, treatments, and post-discharge care, empowering them to make informed decisions about their health. You will monitor and record vital signs, observe changes in patient conditions, and respond promptly with appropriate interventions. Utilizing sound clinical judgment, you will address complex health situations, consult with medical team members as needed, and document all care in accordance with regulatory and organizational standards.
The RN is expected to uphold the highest standards of patient safety, adhere to evidence-based protocols, and contribute to a supportive and empathetic environment. As a patient advocate, you will work tirelessly to ensure each patient's comfort, dignity, and well-being while fostering trust and a sense of security. This role demands a commitment to continuous learning, adaptability to evolving healthcare practices, and dedication to promoting the mission and values of the healthcare organization. Responsible for performing competent level of nursing care as demonstrated by the critical thinking model known as the nursing process. Possesses clinical knowledge and skills to meet standards as required by clinical area(s). Exhibits sound knowledge and understanding of routine nursing procedures and RN and LPN scope of practice.
Key Responsibilities
Other Requirements
All Direct Care Registered Nurses must have Basic Life Support within 90 days of hire.
Must meet and maintain any additional Life Support requirements defined by the clinical area:
Critical Care/Intermediate Care Unit - Advance Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) within 90 days of hire. Emergency Care - ACLS & Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) within 90 days of hire. Oncology Care - Oncology Nursing Society (ONS)/Oncology Nursing Certification Corporation (ONCC) or Sentara approved course Chemotherapy & Biotherapy Provider Card within 6 months of hire. Women's Care - Perinatal departments; Neonatal Resuscitation Program Certification (NRP) within 6 months of hire. Inpatient Pediatrics - PALS within 90 days of hire.
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 have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met.
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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