Registered Nurse - Float Pool

Sign-On Incentives Up to $25,000 sign-on bonus for candidates who meet eligibility requirements. Schedule Night 7:00PM – 7:00AM 36 hours per week Every third weekend Responsibilities Assesses, plans, delegates, coordinates, implements and evaluates nursing care in managing a group of patients, serving as a primary nurse and/or accountable nurse, when designated by unit assignment and consideration of factors related to safety, effectiveness, competency, cost and impact. Educates patient and family in health promotion and disease management using available resources. Utilizes a working knowledge of pharmacology and safely administers medications according to UHS Hospitals policy. Shares in responsibility for productivity and effective resources utilization including staffing, time management, supplies and services. Complies with all nursing practice standards, regulatory requirements, and UHS policies. Actively participates in and supports the Nursing Shared Governance Model by supporting the Unit Council, participating in improvement initiatives, and contributing to peer review practices. Actively engages in professional development, continuing nursing education, and completing all mandatory education requirements. Integrates nursing research and current evidence into practice. Provides a supportive learning environment for new employees and students. Performs duties related to the Charge Nurse or Shift Coordinator role when assigned. Other duties as assigned. Education/Experience Minimum Required: Graduate of Accredited school of nursing Preferred: Bachelor of Science in Nursing License/Certification Minimum Required: Current New York State Registered Nurse CPR within 3 months of hire ACLS within 3 months of hire Preferred: Professional Certification Work Environment The Float Nurse will work in multiple care areas/ units across the UHS Hospitals care areas. Work is performed in an office environment and patient care areas which require working in proximity to other employees and patients. Rooms are air conditioned and heated. Frequent walking, standing, bending and lifting. Fast paced environment with frequent interruptions. Exposure to equipment cleaning solutions and disinfectants. PPE (Eyewear, Masks, Face shields, Shoe covers, and Gloves) as required by UHS Hospitals Infection Control policies. Age of Patients Served Early Adult: 18 ‑ 45 Years Mid-Adult: 46 ‑ 59 Years Late Adult: 60 ‑ 79 Years Elderly: 80+ Years HIPAA Roles‑Based Access to Patient Information Level 3: Clinical ‑ Access to non‑restricted patient information. #J-18808-Ljbffr