Resource Registered Nurse - Emergency Department Float Pool

Advocate Health • Chicago, IL

1d • $38 - $57 • Onsite

About The Position

The Resource Registered Nurse works in the Emergency Department float pool, providing nursing care at designated support sites and potentially floating to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area to meet patient-care needs. Scheduling is self-scheduled and may involve day-to-day floating or six-week float assignments. The role is full-time at 0.9 FTE, with 36 hours per week, working day shifts from 0700 to 1930 in 12-hour shifts.

The nurse uses the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate care; monitors patient conditions; adjusts care plans; and collaborates with patients, families, and the care team. The position also involves safe medication and treatment administration as applicable, accurate EHR documentation, appropriate delegation, and contributing to quality initiatives, professional governance, and a culture of safety. Care must be appropriate to patients’ age-specific needs.

The position requires graduation from a Board of Nursing-approved nursing education program, an active RN license or multistate privilege applicable to the states where services are provided, and BLS certification. The posting specifies two years of Emergency Department RN experience and BLS, ACLS, PALS, and TNCC certifications in the schedule details. The general minimum requirements state one year of clinical nursing experience, with two years of service-line-specific RN experience preferred. A BSN is preferred.

Requirements

• Graduate of a Board of Nursing-approved nursing education program.
• Active registered nurse license or multistate compact privilege to practice in the state or states where nursing services are provided.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Schedule details specify two years of Emergency Department RN experience.
• General minimum requirements state typically 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 with computer functions, including email, electronic records, and digital platforms.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position, including lifting and supporting 35 pounds, pushing or pulling with 30 pounds of force, and performing a sliding transfer of 150 pounds with a second person present.
• Functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch, with fine hand-manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures.
• Ability to respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions.
• Certifications specified in the schedule details: BLS, ACLS, PALS, and TNCC.
• Ability to perform physical safety interventions, including patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of service-line-specific RN experience.
• 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 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, and foster collaboration and appropriate delegation.
• 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 EHR documentation.
• Float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area when required.
• Provide care appropriate to patients’ ages and developmental needs, following 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.
• Premium pay, such as shift and on-call pay, based on the teammate's job.
• Incentive pay for select positions.
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.

What This Job Offers

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