About This Position
FLOAT POOL PROGRAM - RN
Provides direct nursing care in assigned departments based on staffing needs, census, patient acuity, and demonstrated clinical competency.
Performs comprehensive and ongoing patient assessments and identifies actual or potential changes in patient condition.
Develops, implements, evaluates, and updates individualized nursing plans of care.
Administers medications, blood products, treatments, and other therapeutic interventions in accordance with provider orders, hospital policy, and applicable standards of practice.
Recognizes changes or deterioration in patient condition and initiates appropriate interventions and escalation of care.
Communicates significant changes in patient status promptly to the appropriate provider and members of the interdisciplinary team.
Performs nursing procedures and utilizes equipment appropriate to the assigned department and within demonstrated competency.
Coordinates patient care with physicians, advanced practice providers, nursing staff, pharmacy, respiratory therapy, case management, ancillary departments, and other members of the healthcare team.
Provides appropriate patient and family education regarding diagnoses, medications, treatments, discharge planning, and follow-up care.
Documents assessments, interventions, patient responses, education, and other required information accurately and timely in the medical record.
Participates in bedside handoff and ensures effective communication during transitions of care.
Follows infection prevention, medication safety, fall prevention, patient identification, and other established patient safety practices.
Responds appropriately to emergency situations, rapid response events, and codes within the nurse's assigned role and competency.
Maintains patient privacy and confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and hospital policy.
Advocates for patient rights, preferences, dignity, and culturally appropriate care.
Demonstrates professional and respectful communication with patients, families, providers, coworkers, and leadership.
Performs other duties consistent with the RN scope of practice and demonstrated competency as assigned.
The Float Pool RN is expected to demonstrate flexibility in assignments and may be assigned to different departments during a scheduled shift based on operational and patient care needs.
Assignments will be based on the nurses:
Current demonstrated competencies.
Education and training
Clinical experience
Current certifications
Patient population experience
Scope of practice
Department-specific requirements
The Float Pool RN is responsible for communicating any concerns regarding an assignment, unfamiliar procedure, equipment, medication, or patient population to the Charge Nurse or House Supervisor before accepting responsibility for care that may exceed demonstrated competency.
When assigned to an area outside the RN's established competency, the RN may be assigned appropriate supportive nursing functions within their demonstrated abilities rather than assuming responsibility for patients requiring specialized competencies.
Float Pool nurses are expected to follow the policies, procedures, workflows, and safety practices of the department to which they are assigned.
The Float Pool RN must demonstrate competency in:
Patient assessment and reassessment
Clinical judgment and critical thinking
Medication administration
Recognition of patient deterioration
Emergency response
Infection prevention practices
Fall and injury prevention.
Safe patient handling
Pain assessment and management
Patient and family education
Care planning
Electronic medical record documentation
Interdisciplinary communication
Prioritization and time management
Delegation and supervision consistent with California nursing practice requirements
Patient rights and confidentiality
Effective handoff communication
Graduate from an accredited school of nursing with diploma, associate degree, or BSN.
Current active license in the State of California. Recent health care experience in an acute hospital setting.
Prefer 1-3 years’ experience within acute care within the last 18 months. 5 years acute care experience with at least 3 years in a specialty area. Maintains BLS, ACLS, PALS & NIHSS Stroke/Scale Certifications required upon hire. The RN must possess ability of high degree of adaptability, flexibility, and customer service skills. Basic Computer Skills.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English sufficiently to perform essential duties and communicate patient safety concerns. Additional language skills are preferred.
Pay
Competitive compensation is based on experience, education, certifications, and applicable licensure.
Benefits (eligibility varies based on employment status)
We offer a comprehensive benefits package that may include:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Basic Life and AD&D insurance
Supplemental life insurance (employee, spouse, and/or child)
Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical and Dependent Care)
403(b) retirement plan with employer match up to 5%
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Employee wellness resources
Professional development and training opportunities
At San Gorgonio Memorial Hospital, we are committed to creating a safe, respectful, and compassionate environment for our patients, visitors, and one another. If you are looking for a meaningful career where your work has a direct impact on the health and safety of your community, we encourage you to apply today.
Location: San Gorgonio Memorial Hospital · FLOAT POOL PROGRAM
Schedule: Part Time, Night Shift, Variable Days; 1800-0630; Pay Range=$58 to $63 per hour, DOE.
Experience
Nursing policy compliance, Collaborate with healthcare professionals, Pain medicine, Computer operation, Clinical supervision, Inpatient experience, Electronic health records (EHR) management, Team supervision, RN License, PALS Certification, Medication safety procedure implementation, Customer service, Computer literacy, BLS Certification, Rapid assessment emergency response, Patient safety measures implementation, ACLS Certification, Healthcare infection prevention and control expertise, Initial patient assessment, Acute care facility experience, Basic life support, NIHSS Certification, Clinical assessment documentation, Blood transfusion, Safe patient lifting practices, Critical care (emergency response procedures), Computer skills, Patient interaction, Clinical confidentiality policies, Managing patient records
Benefits
403(b) matching, AD&D insurance, Health insurance, Dental insurance, Flexible spending account, Paid time off, Vision insurance, 403(b), Life insurance
