Registered Nurse Progressive Care Unit

Ascension; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

PTO and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance

Job summary

Ascension St John Medical Center in Tulsa, OK is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse for the Progressive Care unit. You will provide holistic nursing care, develop comprehensive care plans, and coordinate multidisciplinary teams to ensure smooth patient journeys.

The role requires BLS certification, Oklahoma RN licensure, and a nursing diploma. It offers career growth, team collaboration, and opportunities for professional development in a supportive, faith-based health system.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider certification within 30 days of hire or job transfer date.
• RN credentialed with Oklahoma Board of Nursing.

Responsibilities

• Lead Patient Care: Deliver holistic, high-quality nursing care aligned with clinical standards.
• Drive Care Planning: Initiate and monitor personalized patient care plans.
• Coordinate the Team: Serve as central communication link across disciplines.
• Practice Vigilant Monitoring: Observe and report changes in patient conditions promptly.
• Ensure Continuity: Manage discharge planning and transitions of care with physicians and nurses.

Education

Diploma in Nursing

RN license (Oklahoma)

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location: Tulsa, OK

Facility: Ascension St John Medical Center

Department/Speciality: Progressive Care

Schedule: Full-time day shift

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 97,000+ 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.

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

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Lead Patient Care: Deliver holistic, high-quality nursing care that aligns with the highest clinical standards and organizational protocols.
• Drive Care Planning: Initiate, implement, and continuously monitor personalized patient care plans, ensuring they are effective and adapt to changing needs.
• Coordinate the Team: Serve as the central communication link for all disciplines—from physicians to specialists to ensure a unified and seamless care journey for every patient.
• Practice Vigilant Monitoring: Accurately observe, record, and promptly communicate changes in patient conditions, acting quickly and decisively on clinical insights.
• Ensure Continuity: Expertly manage and execute physician and nursing orders while proactively coordinating all elements of a patient’s discharge plan to support successful transitions of care

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

• 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 Oklahoma Board of Nursing required.

Education

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

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.

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