Seasonal RN Float Pool Nights

Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation•Tucson, AZ

About The Position

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides patient-centered care through the nursing process of assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation. The role coordinates and delivers high-quality care based on established clinical protocols and physician/provider orders, collaborating with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to support effective care and desired outcomes in a compassionate environment for patients and families. The position includes general nursing responsibilities and specialized duties across a range of clinical areas, including critical care, emergency services, operating rooms, cardiac surgery, endoscopy, obstetrics, oncology, orthopedics, post-anesthesia care, neonatal intensive care, telemetry, dialysis, and the catheterization lab. The RN also performs other assigned duties, maintains regular and reliable attendance, and complies with applicable policies and standards.

Requirements

0–2 years of experience in a clinical nursing role or student clinical rotations in an acute care setting.
RN—Registered Nurse—state licensure and/or compact state licensure required.
BCLS—Basic Life Support required.
Strong knowledge of the nursing process and clinical nursing practices.
Ability to perform thorough patient assessments and communicate findings effectively.
Proficiency in administering medications and monitoring for side effects.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills for collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in documenting patient care.
Knowledge of safety standards, infection control, and quality-improvement initiatives.

Nice To Haves

ACLS—Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred.
PALS—Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred.
NRP—Neonatal Resuscitation preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in accordance with organizational policies, protocols, and the nursing process.
Conduct patient assessments, document findings accurately, and report changes in condition to appropriate care team members.
Use knowledge of human growth and development to provide age-appropriate care and education.
Administer prescribed medications, monitor for side effects, and document administration according to standards of practice.
Assist physicians during procedures within documented competency and skill level.
Collaborate with the healthcare team to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans.
Respond to medical emergencies and participate in life-saving interventions, including CPR and code team activities, as appropriate.
Advocate for patients' rights and needs and support their participation in care planning and delivery.
Educate patients and families about medical conditions, treatment plans, and post-discharge care.
Implement infection-control protocols and promote patient safety, including maintaining a clean and safe environment.
Monitor and operate medical equipment as needed for patient care and safety.
Participate in audits, chart reviews, compliance checks, and performance-improvement initiatives.
Make responsible decisions when planning, delegating, and providing care based on patient needs and organizational policies.
Document patient care and education thoroughly and promptly in the medical record.
Engage in professional development to maintain clinical competency and knowledge of current nursing standards and regulations.
Perform other duties as assigned, maintain regular and reliable attendance, and comply with all policies and standards.
Carry out specialty-specific duties as applicable, such as critical care interventions, emergency triage and procedures, perioperative care, labor and delivery and newborn care, chemotherapy administration, orthopedic care, recovery-room monitoring, NICU care, telemetry monitoring, dialysis, or catheterization-lab support.