Flex Resource Registered Nurse - Emergency Department Float Pool (PRN)

Advocate Health • Chicago, IL

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About The Position

The Registered Nurse provides emergency department nursing care as part of a flexible resource team, supporting designated hospitals and potentially floating among units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the service area. Assignments may be day-to-day or six-week float assignments, and the schedule is self-scheduled. The role uses the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate care, while engaging patients and families throughout the care continuum. The nurse monitors patient conditions, adjusts care plans, coordinates resources, collaborates with the care team, and provides age-appropriate care.

The position promotes safe, ethical, evidence-based practice and contributes to professional governance, unit councils, and quality initiatives. It includes maintaining accurate electronic health record documentation, communicating and delegating effectively, pursuing professional development, and maintaining required certifications. The nurse may administer medications, treatments, and therapies according to applicable protocols. This is a zero-FTE, part-time PRN role with no benefits eligibility indicated in the posting.

Requirements

• Graduate of a Board of Nursing-approved nursing education program.
• Active RN multi-state compact and/or single-state license with privileges to practice in the state(s) where services are provided.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; additional education, training, certifications, or experience may be required based on specialty.
• Emergency Department RN experience: 2 years, as stated 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 in computer functions, including email, electronic records, and digital platforms.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above the shoulders, and twist frequently.
• Ability to lift and support 35 pounds; 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, and fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures.
• Ability to maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines and perform physical safety interventions, including restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed.
• Ability to respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions.
• Must wear protective clothing and equipment as necessary when exposed to chemical or hazardous waste, blood, body fluids, and communicable disease.

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 through the continuum of care.
• Monitor patient conditions, adjust care plans, mobilize resources, and collaborate with the care team to influence care outcomes.
• Promote a culture of safety and continuously evaluate patient, team, and unit outcomes, taking action as needed.
• May administer medications, treatments, and therapies safely according to clinical protocols and procedures.
• Communicate effectively, provide feedback, resolve conflict, foster team collaboration, and delegate appropriately.
• Pursue professional development, complete required education, and maintain certifications.
• Follow the ANA Code of Ethics, make ethical decisions, respect interdisciplinary roles, and contribute to integrated, unbiased patient care.
• Delegate appropriately to Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, and unlicensed assistive personnel.
• Maintain accurate and 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.

Benefits

• The position is not benefits-eligible, though the posting describes Advocate Health programs that may depend on employment status or FTE.
• Paid Time Off programs.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
• Adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
• Educational Assistance Program.
• Competitive compensation, premium pay for eligible shifts or on-call work, incentive pay for select positions, and potential annual performance-based increases.

What This Job Offers

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