Resource Registered Nurse - ICU Float Pool

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation•Lake Shore, IL

About The Position

The Resource Registered Nurse works in the ICU Float Pool and provides nursing care across designated support sites and care areas. The position may involve day-to-day floating or six-week float assignments, with self-scheduled night shifts. The nurse uses the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate care; monitors patient conditions; adapts care plans; and collaborates with patients, families, and the care team to support outcomes. The role may include safely administering medications, treatments, and therapies, maintaining accurate electronic health record documentation, and delegating appropriately. The nurse may be required to float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area. Care must be appropriate to patients’ ages and developmental needs. The position also contributes to professional governance, unit councils, quality initiatives, evidence-based practice, and a culture of safety.

Requirements

Graduate of a Board of Nursing-approved nursing education program.
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.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Typically requires at least 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 work night shifts, 1900–0730, in 12-hour shifts; 0.9 FTE, full time.
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 and 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 or functions.
Ability to maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines and 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 chemicals, hazardous waste, blood and body fluids, or communicable disease.
Physical Abilities Testing may be required.
Two years of ICU RN experience is listed in the schedule details.
ACLS certification is listed as needed.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN).

Responsibilities

Engage 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.
Promote a culture of safety and continuously evaluate patient, team, and unit outcomes, taking action as needed.
Administer medications, treatments, and therapies safely according to clinical protocols and procedures, as applicable.
Communicate effectively, provide feedback, resolve conflicts, foster collaboration, and delegate appropriately to registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and unlicensed assistive personnel.
Pursue professional development, complete required education, and maintain certifications.
Adhere to the ANA Code of Ethics, make ethical decisions, respect interdisciplinary roles, and contribute to integrated, unbiased patient care.
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, following departmental policies and procedures.