Registered Nurse- New Henderson Medical Unit- Full-time Days

Baptist Health Care•Pensacola, FL

About The Position

Baptist Health Care is hiring a Registered Nurse for its new Henderson Medical Unit, which is scheduled to open in February 2027. The nurse will join the founding team and help shape the unit’s culture, patient experience, and clinical excellence. The role provides care and education based on each patient’s illness, symptoms, and treatment plan. Using the nursing process and principles of primary nursing, the RN delivers individualized, goal-directed care and collaborates with patients, families, providers, and the healthcare team to achieve optimal outcomes.

Requirements

Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Nursing Diploma.
Current Florida Registered Nurse License or eligible Compact State License required upon hire.
BLS for Healthcare Providers certification from the American Heart Association required upon hire.
NIH Stroke Scale Certification required upon hire.
ACLS Certification required within six months of hire.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).

Responsibilities

Assess and identify patient and family needs to provide high-quality, individualized care.
Develop, communicate, and implement patient-centered plans of care.
Perform nursing interventions, procedures, and treatments according to established standards and physician orders.
Continuously evaluate patient responses and modify care plans as appropriate.
Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
Educate patients and support persons about conditions, treatment plans, and discharge needs.
Collaborate with physicians, therapists, case managers, and fellow nursing staff.
Promote a positive team environment and contribute to unit and organizational goals.
Maintain current licensure, certifications, and professional competencies.
Support quality, safety, and service excellence initiatives.