Float Pool Registered Nurse

Riverview Regional Medical Center•Gadsden, AL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Float Pool Registered Nurse, sometimes referred to as a float RN, flex nurse or pool nurse at Riverview Regional Medical Center, a member of Prime Healthcare in Gadsden, AL. Our Float Pool Nurse will work in our ICU, CCU, Telemetry 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.

Requirements

3 Years of Registered Nurse Experience Required
Current valid State Registered Nurse License.
Current BLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current.
Current ACLS (AHA) certificate 30 days upon hire and maintain current preferred.

Nice To Haves

Completion of Critical Care Course preferred.
Previous Acute Care hospital experience preferred
Ventilator Management experience preferred.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
Current ACLS (AHA) certificate 30 days upon hire and maintain current 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