Float Pool RN

Job Overview

This Float Pool RN position puts you at the heart of patient care across different units. You're the adaptable clinician who steps in where the need is greatest, providing consistent, high quality nursing whether it's med surg, telemetry, or another department. It's a role built for nurses who thrive on change and make an impact throughout a facility in New York, NY.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Deliver direct patient care across multiple assigned units, adapting to specific protocols and patient populations.
• Administer medications, perform treatments, and monitor patient conditions with a high degree of autonomy.
• Complete thorough documentation that meets the standards of each clinical area you support.
• Collaborate effectively with each unit's distinct care team, from physicians to support staff.
• Respond to changes in patient status and participate in codes or rapid responses as needed.

Requirements

• A current, unencumbered RN license valid in the state where New York, NY is located.
• Minimum of one year of recent acute care hospital experience is typically needed.
• BLS certification is required; ACLS is often preferred or required within a set timeframe.
• The ability to quickly orient to new units, electronic health records, and equipment.
• This role involves prolonged standing, walking, lifting, and requires clear clinical judgment under variable pressure.

What It's Like In This Role

No two shifts are exactly alike. You'll receive assignments based on census and acuity, sometimes learning your unit for the day at report. The pace shifts with each department; some days are methodical, others are intensely busy. You'll work with different teams but become known as a reliable resource. Familiarity with major EHR systems like Epic or Cerner is a plus, as you'll likely encounter them.

Why You'll Like This Opportunity

The variety keeps your skills sharp and prevents burnout from routine. You'll gain exposure to numerous specialties, which can clarify career paths or open doors. There's inherent flexibility in many float pool structures, and you build a broad professional network quickly. For nurses who dislike monotony, it's a perfect fit.

Schedule & Work Type

This is primarily a full time onsite position in New York, NY, requiring commitment to rotating shifts including nights weekends and holidays Part time roles may occasionally be available Schedules often follow a block pattern but must accommodate facility needs

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