Registered Nurse Bariatrics

Ascension; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage (medical, dental, vis​

Employer-matched 403(b) retirement

Pro-rated PTO & holidays

Tuition reimbursement (Ascension Vocāe

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave

Legal & pet insurance options

Transportation savings

Job summary

Ascension St. Vincent's Riverside Hospital in Jacksonville, FL is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse for a full-time day shift.

You will deliver high-quality patient-centered care, coordinate multidisciplinary teams, and drive effective discharge planning in collaboration with the health-care team. The role requires Florida RN licensure, BLS certification, and a diploma from an accredited nursing program.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider within 1 month of hire date (or transfer) required.
• RN credentialed from Florida Board of Nursing prior to hire date required.
• Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing or required licensure at time of hire.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, patient-centered care following standards and protocols.
• Proactively monitor patient status and document progress to optimize outcomes.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams and facilitate seamless communication.
• Execute physician and nursing orders with precision in clinical decisions.
• Lead discharge planning with the health-care team for safe transitions.

Skills

Patient care

Team coordination

Clinical documentation

Education

Diploma from accredited nursing program

RN license Florida

BLS certification

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Facility: Ascension St. Vincent's Riverside Hospital
• Schedule: Days | Full-time

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Deliver high-quality, patient-centered care by following established clinical standards and evidence-based protocols
• Drive the implementation of patient care plans, pro-actively monitoring status and documenting progress to ensure optimal outcomes.
• Act as the primary coordinator for multidisciplinary teams, facilitating seamless communication and well-integrated treatment.
• Execute physician and nursing orders with precision, serving as a critical link in the clinical decision-making process.
• Lead the discharge planning process in collaboration with the health-care team to ensure a safe and successful transition for every patient.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Registered Nurse credentialed from the Florida Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.

Education

• Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR Required professional licensure at time of hire.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.