Registered Nurse Cardiac Med Surg

Location: Panama City, FL | Facility: Ascension Sacred Heart Bay | Department: Cardiovascular Med Surg | Schedule: Night shift, full-time, rotating weekends and holidays

About the role

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

• 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

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive nursing care to cardiac and medical-surgical patients by implementing individualized care plans that support recovery and positive clinical outcomes.
• Monitor, assess, and communicate changes in patient condition to ensure timely interventions and coordinated care across the healthcare team.
• Collaborate with physicians, therapists, case managers, and support services to provide seamless, patient-centered care throughout the hospitalization.
• Administer treatments and carry out physician and nursing orders accurately while promoting patient safety and clinical excellence.
• Coordinate discharge planning and patient education to support successful transitions of care, improve recovery, and reduce readmissions.

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.

Qualifications

Recent hospital experience is preferred.