Resource Registered Nurse - ICU Float Pool

Advocate Health • Charlotte, NC

2d • $38 - $57

About The Position

The Resource Registered Nurse works in the ICU Float Pool and is assigned to float among facilities in a designated Charlotte Resource Team zone. The role provides nursing care across the patient care continuum, applying the nursing process and age-specific knowledge to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care. The nurse collaborates with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams to support safe, effective care and positive outcomes. The position may also require floating to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area to meet patient care needs.

The nurse contributes to unit councils, professional governance, quality initiatives, and evidence-based practice. The role requires accurate and timely electronic health record documentation, adherence to professional and ethical standards, and ongoing professional development and certification maintenance. The position is full-time at 36 hours per week. The listed pay range is $38.20–$57.30.

Requirements

• Graduate of a Board of Nursing-approved nursing education program.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• 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, 1 year of clinical nursing experience.
• 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, including email, electronic records, and digital platforms.
• Ability to meet the position's physical requirements, including frequent sitting, standing, walking, lifting, squatting, bending, reaching, and twisting; lifting and supporting 35 pounds; pushing or pulling with 30 pounds of force; and performing a 150-pound sliding transfer with a second person present.
• Functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch, including fine hand-manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures.
• Ability to maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines and perform physical safety interventions such as patient restraint and verbal de-escalation when needed.
• Ability to respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions.
• Willingness and ability to wear protective clothing and equipment when exposed to chemical or hazardous waste, blood and body fluids, or communicable disease.
• Ability to hold the required license or privilege to practice in the state(s) where telehealth or virtual-care clients are located, if providing those services.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of service-line-specific RN experience preferred.
• Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• Additional education, training, certifications, or experience may be required based on specialty.

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 continuously 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 team collaboration, and delegate appropriately.
• Pursue professional development, complete required education, and maintain certifications.
• Adhere to 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 and 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
• Competitive compensation
• Premium pay such as shift and on-call pay, where applicable
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual performance-based increases
• Career development programs

What This Job Offers

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