Registered Nurse (RN) - Critical Care Float Pool

Fairview Health Services•Burnsville, MN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Fairview is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Critical Care Float Pool at Fairview Ridges Hospital in Burnsville, Minnesota. The RN floats primarily to the Intensive Care Unit and Emergency Department, and less frequently to Cardiac Telemetry, Surgical, Orthopedic, Medical, Observation, and Oncology units. There may be opportunities to cross-train in additional areas based on staffing needs. The position serves a complex patient population and offers opportunities for professional growth, continuous learning, and meaningful work in the community. This position is 0.75 FTE, or 60 hours per two-week pay period, working 12-hour night shifts with every-third-weekend rotation. Starting base pay is $44.68 per hour; candidates with RN experience or a higher degree may be offered a higher rate. Shift differentials include $2.00 per hour for weekend shifts, $4.00 per hour for night shifts, and $2.00 per hour for float-pool work. The RN assesses, plans, delivers, and evaluates nursing care for assigned patient populations in accordance with applicable policies, procedures, professional practice guidelines, and the Minnesota Nurse Practice Act. The RN coordinates care with the health care team and delegates responsibilities as appropriate.

Requirements

Minnesota Registered Nurse (RN) license.
Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association or Red Cross.
One year of IMC Float Pool experience or 2–3 years of acute care nursing experience.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification within six months of hire.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Nursing.
One year of experience.
Experience with IV starts and medical code response.
Experience working in an Emergency Department, ICU, or Intermediate/Progressive Care Unit.

Responsibilities

Assess patient needs and identify expected nursing outcomes.
Collaborate with patients, families, and health team members to develop a nursing plan within an integrated, comprehensive plan of care.
Develop individualized plans that account for age, social and cultural considerations, condition, and other relevant needs.
Evaluate care, patient responses to interventions, and expected outcomes.
Communicate and collaborate effectively and respectfully with patients, families, and health care team members across care settings to promote partnership-based care.
Advance care using standards, guidelines, care pathways, and continuous improvement to enhance patient outcomes.
Promote a culture of evidence-based practice.
Coordinate care with health care team members and delegate responsibilities as appropriate.