Registered Nurse (RN) - Clinical Market Float Pool

At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence.

Will float between St. Elizabeth Youngstown, St. Elizabeth Boardman, and St. Joseph's Warren Hospitals

Med Surg / Intermediate Float

Night Shift - 7pm - 7 : 30am

Floating occurs in 6 week increments

Primary Function / General Purpose Of Position

The RN Clinical Float Pool assesses, analyzes, plans, implements and evaluates patient care following established patient care standards for the organization including those for patient assessment and transfer. The primary function of this job, based on hiring tier, is to be available and flexible to float to various departments, and sites throughout the markets within the organization to provide patient care, which could include but not limited to scheduling day of staffing, more than one assignment location within a single shift, travel assignments, or seasonal staffing patterns. Participates as a member of the health care team in cooperation with and under the direction of a clinical manager or designee as defined by the relevant Standards and Scope of Practice for the Registered Nurse.

Essential Job Functions

RN Clinical Float Pool are hired with the understanding they must float based on the tiers below :

Tier 2 : Float expectation within multiple sites within a single market based on competency

Demonstrates awareness of and supports organization departmental and operating unit goals through participation in continuous quality improvement and departmental activities.

Acts as a patient safety advocate by participating in ongoing quality improvement in the department

Incorporates the professional practice model into care delivery

Plans and coordinates nursing care and clinical decisions using the best available evidence.

Formulates and implements a plan of care for each patient which includes interventions, evaluation of response to interventions and documentation as appropriate to condition and age.

Incorporates the professional practice model into care delivery.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Licensing / Certification

Current nursing license in the designated state of employment (required)

BLS Basic Life Support, ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support or PALS Pediatric Advanced Life Support (preferred at hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care; ACLS or PALS required based on specialty assignment)

Education

Associate's of Nursing (required)

Bachelor's of Nursing (BSN) (preferred)

Work Experience

1 year of experience as an Registered Nurse in acute care (required)

Training

EPIC Electronic Health Record (preferred)

Language

None

Patient Population

Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.

Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.

Neonates (0-4 weeks)

Infant (1-12 months)

Pediatrics (1-12 years)

Adolescents (13-17 years)

Adults (18-64 years)

Geriatrics (65 years and older)

Skills

Medical equipment knowledge

Proficient in clinical skills

Principles and practices of professional nursing

Perform assessments

Proficiency in using computerized tools

Accountability for completion of required education and competencies

Exhibits professionalism, ethical practice and customer focused

Use of restraints

Coordination of patient care delivery

Integration of quality improvement, evidence- based practices and research in practice

Teamwork

Critical thinking

Detail oriented

Strong decision making and problem-solving skills

Strong communication skills both verbal and written

Ability to multi-task

Must be flexible and able to adapt to change

Conflict management and resilience

Effective stewardship of available resources

Compassionate, relationship-based approach to help find meaning in illness, suffering, pain, and existence

As a Bon Secours Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What We Offer

Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)

Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA / FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts

Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders

Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Bon secours Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com