Registered Nurse Freestanding ED

Company: Ascension

Role summary

Registered Nurse Freestanding ED is a role at Ascension in Jacksonville, Florida, United States (on-site). Posted 2026-08-19. Experience level: 0-2. No degree required.

Job title
Registered Nurse Freestanding ED
Company
Ascension
Location
Jacksonville, Florida, United States
Work arrangement
on-site
Category
Healthcare Support
Experience level
0-2
Degree required
No
Date posted
2026-08-19

You'll have the opportunity to provide high-quality, hands-on patient care in a fast-paced environment without the bureaucratic hurdles of a traditional hospital setting. It is a fantastic chance for early-career nurses to build confidence and clinical expertise while working in a focused, independent team.

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location: Jacksonville, FL

Facility: Freestanding ED Collins

Schedule: Nights | PRN

How you'll make an impact in this role

Deliver high-quality, patient-centered care by following established clinical standards and evidence-based protocols.

Drive the implementation of patient care plans, proactively monitoring status and documenting progress to ensure optimal outcomes.

Act as the primary coordinator for multidisciplinary teams, facilitating seamless communication and well-integrated treatment.

Execute physician and nursing orders with precision, serving as a critical link in the clinical decision-making process.

Lead the discharge planning process in collaboration with the healthcare team to ensure a safe and successful transition for every patient.

What minimum qualifications you'll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

Advanced Life Support obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Pediatric Advanced Life Support obtained within 6 Months (180 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 required.

Education:

Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR Required professional licensure at time of hire.

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 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.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

Fraud prevention notice

Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process. Our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system.

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Benefits

Paid time off (PTO)Various health insurance options & wellness plansRetirement benefits including employer match plansLong-term & short-term disabilityEmployee assistance programs (EAP)Parental leave & adoption assistanceTuition reimbursementWays to give back to your community

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer.

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