Registered Nurse OR Manager

Ascension; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) match

PTO & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance

Parental leave

Transportation savings

Job summary

Ascension's St. Vincent's Riverside Hospital is seeking a Nursing Unit Leader for the Surgical Services Admin to guide a high-performing team on the day shift.

You will direct unit operations, manage staffing, budgets, and workflows to ensure safe, efficient patient care. Leadership experience in a hospital setting and RN licensure in Florida are required, with focus on compliance and staff development.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience required in a hospital setting.
• Ability to hire, train and mentor nursing staff.
• Experience directing unit workflows and budgets.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high-performing nursing team.
• Direct unit workflows and resource allocation.
• Resolve clinical and operational roadblocks proactively.
• Champion regulatory compliance and safety standards.
• Manage and optimize the unit's financial budget.

Skills

Leadership

Staff development

Budget management

Education

Florida RN license

Job description

• Facility: Ascension St. Vincent's Riverside Hospital
• Department: Surgical Services Admin
• Schedule: Day shift | Full-time

Your future role at a glance

• Facility: Ascension St. Vincent's Riverside Hospital
• Department: Surgical Services Admin
• Schedule: Day shift | Full-time

How you'll make an impact in this role

• Lead and develop a high-performing nursing team by hiring, training, and mentoring staff, fostering a supportive environment where your team can thrive and deliver exceptional care.
• Direct unit workflows and resource allocation to optimize daily operations, ensuring nursing staff are strategically positioned to provide seamless, safe, and efficient patient care.
• Resolve complex clinical and operational roadblocks proactively, removing barriers for your team to maintain uninterrupted, high-quality delivery of patient care services.
• Champion regulatory compliance and safety standards across your assigned unit, ensuring all practices align with accreditation requirements to protect both patients and staff.
• Manage and optimize the unit's financial budget, tracking expenditures and allocating resources responsibly to guarantee the continuous availability of essential medical supplies and technology.

What Minimum Requirements You'll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Advanced Life Support obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• 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 within 12 Months (1 year) of hire date or job transfer date required.

Education

• Required professional licensure/certification AND 3 years of experience and 1 year of cumulative

Leadership Experience Required.

Additional Preferences:

• Operating room nursing experience
• 3-5 years of leadership experience

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

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