Registered Nurse Observation
About The Position
Your future role at a glance Location: Pensacola, FL Facility: Ascension Sacred Heart Pensacola Department: Observation Schedule: Night Shift | Part-time 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. 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: 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 Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process. How you’ll make an impact in this role Provide direct nursing care by implementing and monitoring patient care plans in accordance with established clinical policies, procedures, and protocols. Coordinate patient care across all disciplines as the primary point of contact, ensuring a well-synchronized and comprehensive experience for every patient. Monitor and communicate patient conditions by accurately noting and carrying out physician and nursing orders to ensure timely and effective clinical interventions. Assess and coordinate discharge planning with the multidisciplinary healthcare team to ensure all patient needs are met for a safe transition after their stay.
Requirements
- 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.
- Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR Required professional licensure at time of hire.
Nice To Haves
- Previous MedSurg experience
Responsibilities
- Provide direct nursing care by implementing and monitoring patient care plans in accordance with established clinical policies, procedures, and protocols.
- Coordinate patient care across all disciplines as the primary point of contact, ensuring a well-synchronized and comprehensive experience for every patient.
- Monitor and communicate patient conditions by accurately noting and carrying out physician and nursing orders to ensure timely and effective clinical interventions.
- Assess and coordinate discharge planning with the multidisciplinary healthcare team to ensure all patient needs are met for a safe transition after their stay.
Benefits
- 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: 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
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
