RN - Float Pool Registered Nurse

RN - Float Pool Registered Nurse

Edgar Springs, MO $62,089 - $83,099 a year

Full Time

Join a dedicated healthcare team in the heart of the Midwest region, providing compassionate and expert nursing care across various departments. As a Float Pool Registered Nurse, you will deliver direct patient care by applying the nursing process with clinical competence and adhering to professional ethical standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Adhere to established safety protocols including infection prevention, safe patient handling, and critical lab notifications to ensure a secure care environment.
• Maintain and care for central lines and prevent surgical site infections following policy guidelines.
• Administer medications, perform nursing interventions, and provide patient and family education to support positive health outcomes.
• Conduct initial and ongoing patient assessments to monitor status, enhance safety, and inform the healthcare team.
• Document all patient care activities and quality monitoring data to support clinical decisions and compliance with quality standards.
• Communicate effectively with physicians and team members to improve patient outcomes and foster teamwork and accountability.
• Engage with patients and families promptly to enhance their experience and provide necessary education.
• Apply critical thinking in nursing practice and pursue continuing education to develop skills and knowledge.

Education

Graduation from an accredited nursing program is required.

Experience

At least one year of nursing experience is preferred.

Certification and Licensure

• Current Registered Nurse license valid in the state or through Compact Licensure.
• Graduate nurses must obtain licensure within 90 days of graduation.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.

Mental and Physical Requirements

This role requires considerable mental focus and physical activity including lifting up to 35 lbs., standing, walking, and various movements such as pushing, pulling, and reaching.

Working Conditions

Frequent exposure to infectious and communicable diseases through blood and bodily fluids is expected. Occasional encounters with hostile individuals may occur.