Flex Resource Registered Nurse - Women's Health Float Pool (PRN)

Advocate Health • Chicago, IL

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About The Position

The Flex Resource Registered Nurse supports Women's Health services across designated support sites in Zone 4 or Zone 5. The position is zero-assign (0.0 FTE), PRN, with self-scheduled work consisting of day-to-day floating or six-week float assignments. The listed shift is nights, 1900–0730, in 12-hour shifts. The role may require floating to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area to meet patient-care needs.

The nurse provides age-appropriate care throughout the patient continuum, using the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate care. The role monitors patient conditions, adjusts care plans, coordinates resources, collaborates with the care team, maintains accurate and timely electronic health record documentation, and promotes safety and evidence-based practice. It also involves appropriate delegation, effective communication, ethical practice, and ongoing professional development.

The role requires the physical ability to perform frequent movement and patient-handling tasks, respond promptly to changes in patient or unit conditions, and use protective equipment when exposed to hazards. Physical Abilities Testing may be required. Additional department-specific physical requirements may be identified by the nurse leader.

Requirements

• Graduate of a Board of Nursing-approved nursing education program.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; additional education, training, certifications, or experience may be required based on specialty.
• Active registered nurse (RN) multi-state compact and/or single-state license with privileges to practice in the state(s) where nursing services are provided.
• Typically requires at least 1 year of clinical nursing experience.
• Women's Health RN experience in Labor & Delivery and Postpartum: 2 years, as specified in the schedule details.
• Strong clinical judgment and critical-thinking skills.
• Time-management, prioritization, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Proficiency with computer functions such as email, electronic records, and digital platforms.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above the shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday.
• Ability to lift and support 35 pounds when handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies.
• Ability to push or pull with 30 pounds of force and perform a sliding transfer of 150 pounds with a second person present.
• Functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch, including fine hand-manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures or functions.
• Ability to maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines.
• Ability to perform physical safety interventions, such as patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed.
• Ability to respond quickly to changes in patient and/or unit conditions.
• Physical Abilities Testing may be required.
• BLS and ACLS certifications are listed in the schedule details.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN).

Responsibilities

• Participate in unit councils, professional governance, and quality initiatives to improve care processes and apply evidence-based practices.
• Use the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate nursing care, engaging patients and families throughout the continuum of care.
• Monitor patient conditions, adjust care plans, mobilize resources, and collaborate with the care team to influence care outcomes.
• Uphold and promote a culture of safety.
• Evaluate patient, team, and unit outcomes continuously and take action as needed.
• Administer medications, treatments, and therapies safely according to clinical protocols and procedures, as applicable.
• Communicate effectively, provide feedback, resolve conflicts, foster team collaboration, and delegate appropriately.
• Pursue professional development, complete required education, and maintain certifications.
• Follow the ANA Code of Ethics, practice ethical decision-making, respect interdisciplinary roles, and contribute to integrated, unbiased patient care.
• Delegate appropriately to Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, and unlicensed assistive personnel.
• Maintain accurate, timely electronic health record documentation.
• Float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area when required to meet patient-care needs.
• Provide care appropriate to patients' ages and developmental needs, consistent with departmental policies and procedures.
• Respond promptly to changes in patient or unit conditions.
• Use protective clothing and equipment as necessary when exposed to chemical or hazardous waste, blood, body fluids, or communicable disease.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs.
• Health and welfare benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
• Family benefits, including adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
• Educational Assistance Program.
• Premium pay, such as shift and on-call pay, based on teammate's job.
• Incentive pay for select positions.
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed