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

Advocate Health • Milwaukee, WI

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About The Position

The Registered Nurse provides emergency department nursing care as part of a flexible resource team, with day-to-day floating or six-week float assignments. The role supports emergency department sites in Zone 2: St. Luke's, South Shore, Washington County, Grafton, and West Allis Sinai. The nurse uses the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate care; collaborates with patients, families, and the care team; and contributes to safe, evidence-based care and quality improvement. This is a zero-assignment, 0.0 FTE position with self-scheduling. The listed pay rate is $50.00 per hour.

The nurse may administer medications, treatments, and therapies; delegate appropriately; document care in the electronic health record; and float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area. The position requires providing age-appropriate care across the lifespan, maintaining required certifications, and following professional and ethical standards. The role involves frequent physical activity, handling and transferring patients and equipment, and possible exposure to hazardous materials, blood, body fluids, and communicable diseases. Benefits eligibility is listed as No; benefits described by the employer may depend on FTE or employment status.

Requirements

• Graduate of a Board of Nursing-approved nursing education program.
• Active registered nurse license, either multi-state compact and/or single-state, with practice privileges in the state or states where providing nursing services.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Two years of emergency department RN experience, as stated in the position-specific details.
• Typically at least one year of clinical nursing experience, as stated in the general minimum requirements.
• 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 and electronic records or 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, and fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures.
• Ability to maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines.
• Ability to perform physical safety interventions, including patient 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.
• BLS, ACLS, PALS, and TNCC certifications are listed as needed for this emergency department position.

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 outcomes.
• Uphold and promote a culture of safety.
• Evaluate patient, team, and unit outcomes and take action as needed.
• Administer medications, treatments, and therapies safely and according to clinical protocols and procedures, as applicable.
• Communicate effectively, provide feedback, resolve conflicts, foster 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, timely electronic health record documentation.
• Float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area as needed.
• Provide care appropriate to patients' ages and developmental needs, in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.

Benefits

• 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.
• Potential premium pay, incentive pay for select positions, and annual increases based on performance.

What This Job Offers

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