Cardiac RN

Alright, let's talk about this Cardiac RN spot at Ascension St John Medical Center in Jacksonville, FL.

It's a day shift, full time position on the cardiac specialty unit. You're not just filling a slot; you're the one holding it all together for your patients and making sure the whole care team is on the same page.

What you'll be doing

• You're leading patient care, delivering nursing that's holistic and meets the highest clinical standards.
• Creating, implementing, and keeping a close eye on individualized care plans is central to the role.
• A big part of your day is coordinating. You'll be the main communication link between physicians, specialists, and everyone else involved in a patient's care.
• Monitoring patients vigilantly, documenting changes accurately, and acting on those observations quickly is non negotiable.
• The job involves managing physician and nursing orders expertly. You'll also coordinate discharge planning to make sure transitions out of the hospital are smooth.

What you need to bring

• You must have a Registered Nurse credential from the Oklahoma Board of Nursing.
• A BLS Provider certification is required. It needs to be from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross, and you have to get it within 30 days of starting if you don't already have it.
• On education: a diploma from an accredited school or college of nursing is required. Or, you need to have your professional licensure at the time of hire.

The schedule & benefits

This is a full time role working day shifts.

Ascension talks a lot about their culture being grounded in service and connection. They're a nonprofit Catholic health system that's been recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare. They also highlight being a Military Friendly Gold Employer.

The benefits package they outline includes comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescriptions) with HSA/FSA options. For financial security, there's an employer matched 403(b) retirement plan, plus disability and life insurance. You get pro rated paid time off and holidays. They offer career growth support through Ascension paid tuition via their Vocare program, reimbursement for other development, and online learning. There's also an Employee Assistance Program for emotional well being, counseling support, and resources for stress management. Family support includes parental leave and adoption assistance. Other optional benefits cover things like legal and pet insurance.

A quick but important note: they state that benefit options and eligibility can vary based on your position, scheduled hours, and location. All benefits are subject to change, and your recruiter will give you the final details.

How to apply

If this sounds like your next move, apply through the official Ascension channels.

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Ascension is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.