Resource Registered Nurse - ICU Float Pool

Advocate Health•Chicago, IL

21h•$38 - $57

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 uses the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate care, engaging patients and families throughout the continuum of care. The nurse monitors patient conditions, adjusts care plans, mobilizes resources, and collaborates with the care team to influence outcomes while maintaining a culture of safety and accurate, timely electronic health record documentation. This is a full-time, 0.9 FTE position working 36 hours per week on night shifts from 1900 to 0730 in 12-hour shifts. Scheduling is self-scheduled, with day-to-day floating or six-week float assignments. The nurse may float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area. Support sites are in Zone 4 (Condell, Good Shepherd, Sherman, Lutheran, and Masonic) or Zone 5 (Good Samaritan, Christ, Trinity, South Suburban, and Masonic). The role requires an active RN license with practice privileges in the states where care is provided, BLS certification, and specialty-specific education, training, certifications, or experience as applicable. The ICU schedule information specifies two years of ICU RN experience and BLS and ACLS certifications. The general minimum requirements state that the role typically requires one year of clinical nursing experience. A BSN is preferred.

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 or states where nursing services are provided.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
The ICU schedule details specify two years of ICU RN experience and BLS and ACLS certifications.
The general minimum requirements state that the role typically requires one 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 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 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 or functions.
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 wear protective clothing and equipment when necessary due to possible exposure to chemicals, hazardous waste, blood, body fluids, and communicable disease.
Physical Abilities Testing may be required.

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, involving 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.
Continuously evaluate patient, team, and unit outcomes and take action as needed.
Safely administer medications, treatments, and therapies as applicable and in accordance with clinical protocols and procedures.
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 and timely electronic health record documentation.
Float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area as needed to meet patient care needs.
Provide age-appropriate care using knowledge of growth and development and patient-specific assessment information.
Respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions.

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, with potential premium pay for shifts, on-call work, and other qualifying circumstances.
Incentive pay for select positions.
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.
Career development programs.
Well-being programs.