Advanced RN Critical Care Float Pool

Advanced RN Critical Care Float Pool

Raymondville, MO $72,019 - $93,009 a year

Join a dedicated healthcare team in the Midwest region as an Advanced RN Critical Care Float Pool nurse. This role offers both part-time and full-time opportunities on the P shift, providing dynamic patient care across multiple critical care units including ICU and Emergency Department. Additionally, you will support medical surgical units such as Acute Medical Services, Medical Oncology, Surgical Orthopedics, SSU, Acute Rehab, and Transitional Care Facility based on facility needs.

General Summary

The Critical Care Float Nurse delivers direct patient care by applying the nursing process and demonstrating clinical expertise relevant to critical care nursing. This role adheres to the ANA Code of Ethics and ensures patient safety and quality outcomes through comprehensive assessments, interventions, and communication.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Adhere to established safety protocols including infection prevention, safe patient handling, and critical lab notifications.
• Maintain and care for central lines while preventing surgical site infections according to policy.
• Administer medications, perform nursing interventions, and provide patient and family education.
• Conduct initial and ongoing patient assessments to monitor status and support clinical decision-making.
• Document all patient care activities and quality monitoring to comply with standards.
• Communicate effectively with physicians and healthcare team members to enhance patient outcomes.
• Delegate tasks appropriately while fostering teamwork and accountability.
• Engage with patients and families to improve their experience and support health outcomes.
• Apply critical thinking and pursue continuing education to develop nursing skills.

Education

Graduation from an accredited nursing school is required.

Experience

At least one year of nursing experience is preferred.

Requirements

• Current RN license in a Compact State or the state of practice; graduate nurses must obtain licensure within 90 days of graduation.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• American Heart Association Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification.
• American Heart Association Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification.
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification.

Mental and Physical Demands

This role requires considerable mental focus and physical activity including lifting up to 35 lbs, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, stooping, and reaching. Frequent exposure to infectious diseases and potential encounters with hostile individuals may occur.