Float Pool Registered Nurse

St. Mary's Medical Center•Blue Springs, MO

6d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Float Pool RN, sometimes referred to as a float nurse, flex nurse or pool nurse. Our Float Pool RN will work in our Telemetry (Tele) and/or Medical-Surgical (Med-Surg) unit, providing patient care across these two areas. Telemetry units will focus on patients requiring continuous cardiac monitoring, often those recovering from cardiac events, surgeries, or dealing with heart-related conditions. Med-Surg units cater to a wide variety of patients with medical conditions or those recovering from surgeries. The Float RN will need to adapt to the specific needs of the Med Surg unit and Tele unit. Bonus Options: up to $20,000 Employment Type: Full Time Shifts Available: Days Hours: 12-hour shifts – 7:00am to 7:00pm Floors: Med-Surg and Tele Location: Southern Regional Medical Center – Riverdale, GA Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare: Health, dental, and vision insurance options Paid vacation, sick time and holidays Bereavement leave, FMLA and other leave options Employer 401K options Tuition reimbursement options Life, disability, and other insur

Requirements

Current and valid state RN License.
Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintain current.
Current ACLS certificate 30 days upon hire and maintain current preferred.
Previous Acute Care hospital experience preferred.
Ventilator Management experience preferred.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform cardiac monitoring, observe telemetry monitors to track heart rhythms, recognize, and report arrhythmias or other significant changes to the patient’s condition
Address a broad range of conditions such as infections, diabetes, post-operative recovery, or chronic illnesses
Monitor of vital signs such as heart rate, blood pressure, oxygen saturation and conduct detailed physical assessments to detect subtle changes in condition
Administer medications, particularly those used to manage cardiac conditions (such as antiarrhythmics, beta-blockers, or anticoagulants) and pain management, infection control (e.g., antibiotics), or chronic disease management
Manage IV lines, administering fluids, and monitoring hydration levels; ensure correct dosages and observe for potential interactions or side effects
Teach patients about heart-healthy practices, conditions, medications, post-discharge care and follow-up care
Provide guidance on the importance of lifestyle changes to improve cardiac health, discharge instructions, and lifestyle recommendations to prevent readmission