DetailsnnSign-on Bonus: Potential Sign-on Bonus Offering AvailablennDepartment: Primary CarennSchedule: Full Time, 40 hrs/week, Day ShiftnnHospital: Ascension Medical GroupnnLocation: Destin, FLnnBenefitsnnPaid time off (PTO)nnVarious health insurance options & wellness plansnnRetirement benefits including employer match plansnnLong-term & short-term disabilitynnEmployee assistance programs (EAP)nnParental leave & adoption assistancennTuition reimbursementnnWays to give back to your communitynn*Please note, benefits and benefits eligibility can vary by position, exclusions may apply for some roles (for example: Travel, PRN, Short-Term Option, etc.). Actual compensation offer will vary based upon role, education, experience, location, and qualifications. Connect with your Talent Advisor for additional specifics.nnResponsibilitiesnnProvide care to patients under the direction of a registered nurse or physician, functioning within scope of license.nnContribute to the assessment of patients and assure the well-being of patients.nnAdminister medications and observe patients for adverse reactions to medications or treatments.nnPerform laboratory tests and therapeutic services.nnEducate patients/families about disease treatment plan including self care post discharge, holistic health needs, available resources and follow up care.nnRequirementsnnLicensure / Certification / Registration:nnBLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.nnOne or more of the following required:nnLicensed Practical/Vocational Nurse credentialed from the Florida Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.Valid state license required specific to the state in which the associate works.nnLicensed Practical/Vocational Nurse credentialed from the Alabama Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Valid state license required specific to the state in which the associate works.nnEducation:nnHigh School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.nnNote: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.nnAdditional PreferencesnnNo additional preferences.nnWhy Join Our TeamnnAscension Sacred Heart is a leading provider of high-quality healthcare to children and adults in South Alabama and Northwest Florida communities and operates Northwest Florida's only children's hospital. Our faith-based ministry offers caregivers the opportunity to flourish personally and professionally in a variety of specialties, including cardiology, brain and spine, pediatrics, women's health, orthopedics and cancer care.nnAscension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 134,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states.nnOur Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you.nnEqual Employment Opportunity EmployernnAscension will provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identification or expression, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, genetic information, carrier status or any other legally protected status or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.nnFor further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) ( poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) ( poster.nnAs a military friendly organization, Ascension promotes career flexibility and offers many benefits to help support the well-being of our military families, spouses, veterans and reservists. Our associates are empowered to apply their military experience and unique perspective to their civilian career with Ascension.nnPay Non-Discrimination Notice ( note that Ascension will make an offer of employment only to individuals who have applied for a position using our official application. Be on alert for possible fraudulent offers of employment. Ascension will not solicit money or banking information from applicants.nnE-Verify StatementnnThis employer participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Please click the E-Verify link below for more information.nnE-Verify (