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. There may be opportunities to cross-train in additional areas as staffing needs dictate. The role serves a complex patient population and offers opportunities for personal and professional development, continuous learning, and meaningful work in the community. This position is 0.75 FTE, or 60 hours per two-week pay period, on 12-hour day shifts with every third weekend rotation. The starting base rate 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 working in the float pool. The Registered Nurse assesses, plans, delivers, and evaluates nursing care for assigned patient populations in accordance with policies, procedures, professional practice guidelines, and the Minnesota Nurse Practice Act. The RN coordinates care with the healthcare 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 (ACLS) 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 other healthcare team members to develop a nursing plan as part of 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 healthcare team members across care settings to promote partnership-based healthcare.
Advance care by using standards, guidelines, care pathways, and continuous improvement to enhance patient outcomes.
Promote a culture of evidence-based practice.
Coordinate care with healthcare team members and delegate responsibilities as appropriate.