Registered Nurse Med Surg Observation

Ascension Health; Pensacola (FL); On-site; USD 47,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) retirement plan

Well-being support program

Job summary

Ascension Sacred Heart Pensacola is seeking a Registered Nurse for Med Surg Observation on the night shift (PRN). You will provide direct nursing care, monitor patient conditions, and coordinate multidisciplinary care in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include documenting orders, supporting discharge planning, and ensuring safe, high-quality outcomes. Required nursing diploma and Florida RN license; BLS must be obtained within 30 days of hire.

Qualifications

• Nursing diploma or professional licensure at time of hire.
• Current Florida RN license required prior to hire date.
• BLS certification required within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care per policies and procedures.
• Monitor, record and communicate patient condition.
• Coordinate care as primary liaison between disciplines.
• Note and carry out physician and nursing orders.
• Assess and coordinate discharge planning with the team.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Team coordination

Education

Diploma in Nursing

BLS Provider Certification

Florida RN license

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Pensacola, FL

• Facility: Ascension Sacred Heart Pensacola

• Specialty : Med Surg Observation

• Schedule: Night Shift | PRN

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Provide direct nursing care in accordance with established policies, procedures and protocols of the healthcare organization.

• Monitor, record and communicate patient condition as appropriate.

• Serve as a primary coordinator of all disciplines for well‑coordinated patient care.

• Note and carry out physician and nursing orders.

• Assess and coordinate patient’s discharge planning needs with members of the healthcare team.

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.

• Licensed Registered Nurse credentialed from the Florida Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. Licensed as a Registered Nurse in Florida required. Credentialed from State Board of Nursing or current home state license for multi‑state license recognition "Compact State" 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

• Retirement: 403(b) plan

• Well‑being support: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

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) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRightsSp6.12.pdf) poster.

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Min Salary: 34.07

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