Resource Registered Nurse - Medical Surgical Float Pool

Advocate Health•Chicago, IL

1d•$38 - $57•Onsite

About The Position

The Resource Registered Nurse provides medical-surgical nursing care across designated support sites and may work day-to-day floating assignments or six-week float assignments. The position is full time at 0.9 FTE, with self-scheduled night shifts from 1900 to 0730 in 12-hour shifts. 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 nurse uses the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate care; monitors patient conditions and adjusts care plans in collaboration with patients, families, and the care team. The role may include administering medications and treatments, delegating appropriately, maintaining timely electronic health record documentation, and floating to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities in the designated service area as needed. The nurse contributes to safe, ethical, evidence-based care and participates in professional governance, unit councils, quality initiatives, and ongoing professional development. Candidates must graduate from a Board of Nursing-approved nursing education program, hold an active RN license or compact privilege for the state(s) where they provide care, and have BLS certification. The posting lists two years of medical-surgical RN experience in the schedule details and typically requires one year of clinical nursing experience. ACLS is also listed as a needed certification. A Bachelor of Science in Nursing is preferred. The role requires frequent standing, walking, sitting, lifting, squatting, bending, reaching, and twisting; lifting and supporting up to 35 pounds; pushing or pulling with 30 pounds of force; and performing a sliding transfer of 150 pounds with a second person present. The nurse must have functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch, fine hand-manipulation skills, and the ability to maneuver foot pedals and respond quickly to changing patient or unit conditions. Safety interventions such as restraint and verbal de-escalation may be required. Exposure to hazardous substances, blood, body fluids, and communicable disease may occur, requiring protective equipment as appropriate. Physical abilities testing may be required.

Requirements

Graduate of a Board of Nursing-approved nursing education program.
Active registered nurse license and/or multi-state compact privilege to practice in the state(s) where nursing services are provided.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Two years of medical-surgical RN experience, as stated in the schedule details.
Typically, at least 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 stated physical requirements, including lifting/supporting 35 pounds and completing a sliding transfer of 150 pounds with a second person present.
Ability to perform physical safety interventions such as patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed.
Ability to use required protective clothing and equipment when exposed to hazardous waste, blood, body fluids, or communicable disease.

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 care 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 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 and timely electronic health record documentation.
Float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area when needed to meet patient care needs.
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 and premium pay such as shift and on-call pay, based on eligibility and position.
Incentive pay for select positions.
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.
Career development programs.