Registered Nurse- PCU Talent Pipeline

Baptist Health Care; Pensacola (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health Care in Pensacola, FL is seeking an experienced Progressive Care Unit RN to provide specialized nursing care in a critical care setting. You will assess patients, implement care plans, and collaborate with physicians and the care team to ensure safety and high-quality outcomes.

The role requires ADN or nursing diploma, Florida RN licensure (or compact licensure), and BLS/ACLS and NIH Stroke Scale certification. BSN preferred.

Qualifications

• ADN or Nursing Diploma/Certificate required or equivalent.
• Florida RN license or eligible Compact State licensure.
• BLS and ACLS certifications; NIH Stroke Scale certification required upon hire (where applicable).
• BSN preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assess, identify, and prioritize patient and family care needs.
• Develop, communicate, and coordinate individualized care plans with the team.
• Safely administer medications, treatments, and advanced nursing interventions.
• Continuously assess critically ill patients and respond to changes in condition.
• Communicate significant clinical findings to the care team for timely decisions.
• Maintain accurate EMR documentation.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and risk-reduction practices.
• Provide education to patients and families during hospitalization.
• Foster collaborative relationships to meet departmental and organizational goals.
• Maintain licensure, certifications, competencies, and ongoing education.

Skills

Critical care knowledge

Clinical judgment

Communication

Team collaboration

Patient safety

EMR proficiency

Multidisciplinary work

Compassionate care

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Nursing Diploma/Certificate Program

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides professional nursing care to patients in the Progressive Care Unit utilizing the nursing process, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation. The RN collaborates with physicians, advanced practice providers, and interdisciplinary care teams to deliver safe, high-quality, patient-centered care while adhering to organizational policies, procedures, and professional nursing standards.

In this critical care environment, the RN manages complex patient conditions, monitors changes in patient status, and supports rapid clinical decision-making to achieve optimal patient outcomes.

TALENT PIPELINE DISCLAIMER

This posting is intended to build a candidate pipeline for current and future Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse opportunities. Submission of an application does not guarantee immediate employment or an active opening. Qualified candidates may be contacted by a recruiter as positions become available that align with their experience, certifications, and career interests.

RESPONSIBILITIES

As a PCU RN, you will:

• Assess, identify, and prioritize patient and family care needs.
• Develop, communicate, and coordinate individualized plans of care in collaboration with the interdisciplinary healthcare team.
• Safely administer medications, treatments, and advanced nursing interventions.
• Continuously assess and monitor critically ill patients, recognizing and responding to changes in condition.
• Communicate significant clinical findings and concerns to appropriate care team members to support timely decision-making.
• Maintain accurate and timely patient documentation within the electronic medical record.
• Ensure compliance with patient safety standards, identification protocols, and risk-reduction practices.
• Provide compassionate support and education to patients and their families during hospitalization.
• Foster positive working relationships and contribute to departmental and organizational goals.
• Maintain required licensure, certifications, competencies, and continuing education requirements.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and evidence-based nursing practice initiatives.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Required

• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or
• Nursing Diploma/Certificate Program

Preferred

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Licensure

Required

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Florida or eligible Compact State licensure

Certifications

Required Upon Hire

• Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) – American Heart Association
• NIH Stroke Scale Certification

Skills & Competencies

Successful candidates will demonstrate:

• Strong critical care nursing knowledge and clinical judgment
• Ability to prioritize and manage complex patient care needs
• Effective communication and collaboration skills
• Strong critical thinking and problem‐solving abilities
• Knowledge of patient monitoring and assessment techniques
• Commitment to patient safety and quality outcomes
• Basic computer and electronic medical record proficiency
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
• Compassionate approach to caring for critically ill patients and supporting their families

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to care for patients during their most critical healthcare needs
• Collaborative and highly skilled critical care team environment
• Professional development and specialty nursing growth opportunities
• Commitment to clinical excellence, quality, and patient safety
• Career advancement opportunities within a leading healthcare organization
• Comprehensive orientation and ongoing education programs

ABOUT US

Baptist Health Care is a not-for-profit health care system committed to improving the quality of life for people and communities in northwest Florida and south Alabama. The organization includesthree hospitals, four medical parks,Andrews Institute for Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine, and an extensive primary and specialty care provider network. With more than 4,000 team members, Baptist Health Care is one of the largest non-governmental employers in northwest Florida.

Baptist Health Care, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. BHC maintains and enforces a policy that prohibits discrimination against any workforce members or applicants for employment because of sex, race, age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, religion, genetic information, or other category protected by federal, state or local law. Certain positions may require a Level 2 Background check through AHCA. Additional information about this requirement can be found here: Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse