Ascension

RN Observation Unit Manager

Ascension • $75K — $95K *
Jacksonville, FL 32210In-Person
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Qualifications

  • BLS certification required within 30 days of hire, from American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
  • Registered Nurse credential from Florida Board of Nursing, obtained before hire.
  • Minimum 3 years of nursing experience in a clinical setting.
  • At least 1 year of leadership experience in a healthcare environment.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee patient care delivery to maintain high-quality standards and regulatory compliance.
  • Recruit, mentor, and evaluate nursing staff while managing shift scheduling.
  • Manage the unit's operational budget and optimize medical supply allocations.
  • Act as a liaison to resolve grievances and coordinate interdisciplinary care.
  • Lead quality improvement initiatives by analyzing patient outcomes and safety data.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health coverage including medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans.
  • Financial security offerings like employer-matched 403(b) plan and life insurance.
  • Pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and designated holidays for work-life balance.
  • Ascension-paid tuition programs and ongoing professional development opportunities.
  • Support for emotional well-being through an Employee Assistance Program and stress management resources.
  • Family benefits including parental leave and adoption assistance.
  • Optional legal and pet insurance, along with transportation savings opportunities.
Full Job Description
Your future role at a glance

Location: Jacksonville, FL

Facility: Ascension St. Vincent's Riverside Hospital

Schedule: Days l Full-time


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

  • Oversee patient care delivery within the unit to ensure high-quality standards, compliance with healthcare regulations, and adherence to evidence-based nursing practices.
  • Recruit, mentor, and evaluate nursing staff, fostering a collaborative work environment and managing shift scheduling to ensure adequate unit coverage.
  • Manage the unit's operational budget, optimize the allocation of medical supplies and equipment, and monitor productivity metrics to control costs.
  • Act as a liaison between patients, families, physicians, and administrative teams to resolve grievances and coordinate seamless, interdisciplinary care.
  • Lead unit-based quality improvement initiatives, analyzing patient outcomes and safety data to implement protocols that reduce medical errors and improve patient satisfaction.

What minimum requirements you'll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

  • 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 Florida Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job

    transfer date.


Education:

  • Required professional licensure/certification AND 3 years of experience and 1 year of cumulative

    leadership experience required.



Responsibilities

  • Oversee patient care delivery within the unit to ensure high-quality standards, compliance with healthcare regulations, and adherence to evidence-based nursing practices.
  • Recruit, mentor, and evaluate nursing staff, fostering a collaborative work environment and managing shift scheduling to ensure adequate unit coverage.
  • Manage the unit's operational budget, optimize the allocation of medical supplies and equipment, and monitor productivity metrics to control costs.
  • Act as a liaison between patients, families, physicians, and administrative teams to resolve grievances and coordinate seamless, interdisciplinary care.
  • Lead unit-based quality improvement initiatives, analyzing patient outcomes and safety data to implement protocols that reduce medical errors and improve patient satisfaction.


Qualifications

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

  • 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 Florida Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job

    transfer date.


Education:

  • Required professional licensure/certification AND 3 years of experience and 1 year of cumulative

    leadership experience required.

About Ascension

Ascension is a healthcare company that provides a range of services, including hospital care, primary care, and specialty care. The company operates more than 150 hospitals and 50 senior living facilities across the United States. Ascension also offers health insurance and other healthcare-related services. The company was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri.
Learn more about Ascension
Size
165,000 employees
Industry
Healthcare
Founded
1999
* Ladders Estimates

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