Mercy Health BSMH-posted 17 days ago
Full-time • Mid Level
Springfield, OH
5,001-10,000 employees

Everyone who works with Mercy Health is united under one purpose: to help our patients be well in mind, body and spirit. This drive, along with our history of faith, is a powerful combination. It gives us a shared calling to work toward every day. Join our exceptional team and help us continue to provide the highest quality of health care possible to our communities. Primary Function/General Purpose of Position The RN Clinical Float Pool assesses, analyzes, plans, implements and evaluates patient care following established patient care standards for the organization including those for patient assessment and transfer. The primary function of this job, based on hiring tier, is to be available and flexible to float to various departments, and sites throughout the markets within the organization to provide patient care, which could include but not limited to scheduling day of staffing, more than one assignment location within a single shift, travel assignments, or seasonal staffing patterns. Participates as a member of the health care team in cooperation with and under the direction of a clinical manager or designee as defined by the relevant Standards and Scope of Practice for the Registered Nurse. Essential Job Functions RN Clinical Float Pool are hired with the understanding they must float based on the tiers below: Tier 1: Float expectation within a single site based on competency Tier 2: Float expectation within multiple sites within a single market based on competency Tier 3: Float expectation within multiple sites across more than one market based on competency Demonstrates awareness of and supports organization departmental and operating unit goals through participation in continuous quality improvement and departmental activities. Acts as a patient safety advocate by participating in ongoing quality improvement in the department Incorporates the professional practice model into care delivery Plans and coordinates nursing care and clinical decisions using the best available evidence. Formulates and implements a plan of care for each patient which includes interventions, evaluation of response to interventions and documentation as appropriate to condition and age. Incorporates the professional practice model into care delivery. This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

  • RN Clinical Float Pool are hired with the understanding they must float based on the tiers below: Tier 1: Float expectation within a single site based on competency Tier 2: Float expectation within multiple sites within a single market based on competency Tier 3: Float expectation within multiple sites across more than one market based on competency
  • Demonstrates awareness of and supports organization departmental and operating unit goals through participation in continuous quality improvement and departmental activities.
  • Acts as a patient safety advocate by participating in ongoing quality improvement in the department
  • Incorporates the professional practice model into care delivery
  • Plans and coordinates nursing care and clinical decisions using the best available evidence.
  • Formulates and implements a plan of care for each patient which includes interventions, evaluation of response to interventions and documentation as appropriate to condition and age.
  • Incorporates the professional practice model into care delivery.
  • Current nursing license in the designated state of employment (required)
  • BLS Basic Life Support, ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support or PALS Pediatric Advanced Life Support (preferred at hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care; ACLS or PALS required based on specialty assignment)
  • Associate's of Nursing (required)
  • 1 year of experience as an Registered Nurse in acute care (required)
  • Medical equipment knowledge
  • Proficient in clinical skills
  • Principles and practices of professional nursing
  • Perform assessments
  • Proficiency in using computerized tools
  • Accountability for completion of required education and competencies
  • Exhibits professionalism, ethical practice and customer focused
  • Use of restraints
  • Coordination of patient care delivery
  • Integration of quality improvement, evidence- based practices and research in practice
  • Teamwork
  • Critical thinking
  • Detail oriented
  • Strong decision making and problem-solving skills
  • Strong communication skills both verbal and written
  • Ability to multi-task
  • Must be flexible and able to adapt to change
  • Conflict management and resilience
  • Effective stewardship of available resources
  • Compassionate, relationship-based approach to help find meaning in illness, suffering, pain, and existence
  • Bachelor's of Nursing (BSN) (preferred)
  • EPIC Electronic Health Record (preferred)
  • Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
  • Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
  • Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
  • Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support
  • Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.
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