Registered Nurse - Medical Surgical (Med-Surg)

A 238-bed acute care hospital in Panama City is seeking a Registered Nurse to join its Medical-Surgical unit. This facility offers a comprehensive range of advanced services, including accredited cardiac care, certified women’s services, stroke care certification, orthopedic and robotic surgery programs, and regional pediatric critical care services, including the area’s only Pediatric ER, Level III NICU, and Pediatric Intensive Care Unit.

Position Overview

The Med-Surg RN works within a collaborative interdisciplinary team to provide high-quality, patient-centered care to adult patients with a wide range of medical and surgical conditions. This role requires strong clinical assessment skills, the ability to respond promptly to changes in patient status, and a commitment to delivering safe and effective care throughout each shift.

The RN is responsible for ongoing patient monitoring, medication administration, care coordination, documentation, and patient and family education. A key focus of the role is translating complex medical information into clear, understandable guidance to support patient recovery and continuity of care.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments at admission and throughout each shift
• Identify and promptly communicate changes in patient condition to the healthcare team
• Administer medications and monitor for therapeutic response and adverse reactions
• Carry out provider-ordered treatments, procedures, and monitoring
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers regarding diagnoses, medications, and discharge instructions
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate care
• Anticipate patient needs and respond proactively in a fast-paced inpatient environment
• Promote patient safety and evidence-based clinical practice standards

Qualifications

• Associate Degree or Nursing Diploma required
• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license required
• Acute care RN experience required within the last 3–5 years (Med-Surg experience not required specifically)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 30 days of hire
• Current Florida RN license or approved multistate RN license required
• Compact license holders must obtain Florida licensure within 60 days of relocation
• Strong communication, clinical judgment, and patient care skills

Schedule

• Day shift (7:00 AM – 7:00 PM), rotating weekends
• Night shift (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM), rotating weekends
• Night shift differential: $4/hour
• No weekend differential

Benefits

• Sign-on bonus available (case-by-case)
• Relocation assistance available (case-by-case)
• Professional development and advancement opportunities
• Collaborative inpatient Med-Surg environment
• Comprehensive hospital benefits package