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Free Standing Emergency Department Registered Nurse (FSED RN)

3/1/2026

The Registered Nurse collects comprehensive patient health data, analyzes it to determine diagnoses or care needs, and develops individualized care plans with expected outcomes. Responsibilities also include implementing interventions, evaluating progress, enhancing practice quality, exercising independent judgment, and collaborating with the healthcare team.

Salary

26.4 - 39.6 USD

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

51-200 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

No

About The Company
Purple Cow Recruiting is a global talent acquisition firm that connects top-tier professionals with leading organizations across industries, including the United States federal government. We specialize in recruiting for healthcare and technical roles, offering both permanent and temporary staffing solutions, including all back end support. Our approach is tailored to meet the unique needs of each client, ensuring compliance with key industry standards such as Joint Commission, HIPAA, NIST, and FedRAMP, while delivering exceptional candidates. Technical, Healthcare, and Commercial Expertise : -Deployment of FTEs: Capability to deploy fully credentialed professionals across technical, healthcare, and commercial roles. -Telehealth and Remote IT Solutions: Proficient in remote support for both healthcare and technical operations. -Commercial Expertise: Strong track record in placing candidates in corporate roles, including finance, marketing, and engineering. Compliance and Quality Assurance: -Adherence to federal standards (e.g., Joint Commission, HIPAA, NIST, FedRAMP) and industry best practices for commercial sectors. -Quality Control Plan (QCP) includes regular audits, performance reviews, and compliance checks. Past Performance: Successfully delivered staffing solutions for DoD contracts, healthcare institutions, and leading commercial enterprises. Our performance consistently meets or exceeds client expectations in both public and private sectors. Key Personnel: -Fiona Rintoul, CEO: Oversees strategic direction and operational alignment. -Chelsea Drinkard, VP of Recruiting: Manages recruitment across federal, healthcare, technical, and commercial sectors. Purple Cow Recruiting ensures high-quality staffing solutions, aligning with both public and private sector objectives to support mission-critical operations and commercial growth.
About the Role

Description

HEARTLINE STAFFING, Strategic Talent Partners with Purple Cow Recruiting, is seeking an experienced Free Standing Emergency Department Registered Nurse for a permanent, full-time opportunity in Panama City, Florida.


Employment Details:

Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Type: Permanent / Direct Hire

Department: Free Standing Emergency Department

Shift Options: Nights and Mixed Shifts

Schedule: Rotating Weekends


Position Summary:

The Free Standing Emergency Department Registered Nurse provides professional nursing care utilizing the nursing process while maintaining compliance with the Florida Nurse Practice Act. This role requires advanced clinical judgment, strong assessment skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with the healthcare team to deliver high-quality patient care and optimal outcomes in a fast-paced emergency setting.


Core Responsibilities:

• Collect comprehensive data related to patient health and clinical status.

• Analyze assessment data to determine patient diagnoses or care needs.

• Identify expected outcomes and develop individualized care plans.

• Implement nursing interventions and evaluate patient progress.

• Enhance quality and effectiveness of nursing practice through continuous improvement.

• Exercise independent clinical judgment based on experience and knowledge.

• Collaborate with patients, families, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members.

• Maintain compliance with patient safety standards and reporting guidelines.

• Participate in professional development and support peer collaboration.

• Float to other units as needed based on business requirements.


Compensation:

Hourly Pay Range Based on Experience:

$26.40 – $27.72 per hour for 0–1 years of experience

$34.32 per hour for approximately 7–8 years of experience

Up to $39.60 per hour for 15 or more years of experience


Sign-On Bonus:

$15,000 sign-on bonus


Additional Information:

Relocation assistance available on a case-by-case basis.

Requirements

Minimum of 3 years of recent acute care Emergency Room RN experience, with experience within the last year

Associate Degree in Nursing or Nursing Diploma from an accredited program required

Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred

Active Florida RN license required or valid compact license with Florida licensure obtained within 90 days of hire

Basic Life Support BLS or BCLS certification required within 30 days of hire

Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, and teamwork skills

Ability to work rotating weekends and mixed shifts


Heartline Staffing is a Strategic Talent Partner with Purple Cow Recruiting. Applications are securely processed through Purple Cow’s system.

Key Skills
Nursing ProcessClinical JudgmentAssessment SkillsPatient CareData CollectionCare PlanningIntervention ImplementationQuality EnhancementCollaborationPatient SafetyProfessional DevelopmentBLS CertificationCritical ThinkingTeamwork
Categories
Healthcare
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