Flex Resource Registered Nurse - Women's Health Float Pool (PRN)

Advocate Health•Oshkosh, WI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Flex Resource Registered Nurse provides nursing care in the Women's Health Float Pool across designated support sites in Wisconsin. The role uses the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate care, engaging patients and families throughout the continuum of care. The nurse monitors patient conditions, adjusts care plans, mobilizes resources, collaborates with the care team, and promotes a culture of safety and evidence-based practice. The position may involve day-to-day floating or six-week float assignments, including coverage of two of the following service lines: NICU, Postpartum, and Labor Delivery. The nurse may be required to float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area. The role also includes accurate and timely electronic health record documentation, appropriate delegation, professional development, and adherence to the ANA Code of Ethics. The listed pay range is $50.00 per hour. The position is part-time, has zero listed hours per week, and is not benefits-eligible. The description also includes schedule details stating 0.9 FTE/full-time. Benefits eligibility may vary by FTE or employment status.

Requirements

Graduate of a Board of Nursing-approved nursing education program.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Active registered nurse (RN) multi-state compact and/or single-state license with privileges to practice in the state(s) where nursing services are provided.
Typically requires one year of clinical nursing experience.
Women's Health RN experience in two of the following service lines: NICU and Postpartum, or Labor Delivery and Postpartum; the schedule details specify two years of Women's Health RN experience.
Strong clinical judgment and critical-thinking skills.
Time-management, prioritization, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Proficiency with computer functions, including email, electronic records, and digital platforms.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday.
Ability to lift and support 35 pounds when handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies.
Ability to push or pull with 30 pounds of force and perform a sliding transfer of 150 pounds with a second person present.
Functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch, and fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures or functions.
Ability to maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines.
Ability to perform physical safety interventions, including patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed.
Ability to wear protective clothing and equipment when exposed to chemical or hazardous waste, blood and body fluids, or communicable disease.
Physical Abilities Testing may be required.

Nice To Haves

Two years of service-line-specific RN experience is preferred in the minimum job requirements.
Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN) is preferred.
ACLS certification is listed as needed in the schedule details.

Responsibilities

Engage in unit councils, professional governance, and quality initiatives to improve care processes and apply evidence-based practices.
Use the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate nursing care, engaging patients and families through the continuum of care.
Monitor patient conditions, adjust care plans, mobilize resources, and collaborate with the care team to influence care outcomes.
Uphold and promote a culture of safety.
Evaluate patient, team, and unit outcomes and take action as needed.
Administer medications, treatments, and therapies safely and according to clinical protocols and procedures, as applicable.
Communicate effectively, provide feedback, resolve conflicts, and foster team collaboration and appropriate delegation.
Pursue professional development, complete required education, and maintain certifications.
Adhere to the ANA Code of Ethics, make ethical decisions, respect interdisciplinary roles, and contribute to integrated, unbiased patient care.
Delegate appropriately to Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, and unlicensed assistive personnel.
Maintain accurate and timely electronic health record documentation.
Float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area as needed to meet patient care needs.
Provide care appropriate to the ages and developmental needs of patients served.
Respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions.

Benefits

Paid Time Off programs.
Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits.
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
Adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
Educational Assistance Program.
Premium pay, such as shift and on-call pay, based on the teammate's job.
Incentive pay for select positions.
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.
Career development programs.