Registered Nurse; RN Clinical Market Float Pool

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.

The RN Clinical Float Pool assesses, analyzes, plans, implements and evaluates patient care following established patient care standards for the organization, including patient assessment and transfer. The primary function is to be available and flexible to float to various departments and sites within the markets to provide patient care. This may include scheduling staffing, or assignments across multiple locations within a single shift, travel assignments, or seasonal staffing patterns.

The RN participates as a member of the health care team under the direction of a clinical manager or designee as defined by the relevant Standards and Scope of Practice for the Registered Nurse.

• Float within tiered expectations:
  Tier 1 – float within a single site based on competency;
  Tier 2 – float within multiple sites within a single market based on competency;
  Tier 3 – float across multiple sites and markets based on competency.
• Demonstrate awareness of and support organizational departmental and operating unit goals through participation in continuous quality improvement and departmental activities.
• Act as a patient safety advocate by participating in ongoing quality improvement in the department.
• Incorporate the professional practice model into care delivery.
• Plan and coordinate nursing care and clinical decisions using the best available evidence.
• Formulate and implement a plan of care for each patient, including interventions, evaluation of response, and documentation as appropriate to condition and age.

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

BLS Basic Life Support; ACLS or PALS as applicable (preferred at hire; ACLS/PALS required based on specialty assignment)

Associate's of Nursing (required)

Bachelor's of Nursing (BSN) (preferred)

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

EPIC Electronic Health Record (preferred)

None

Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on the assigned unit. Includes Neonates (0-4 weeks), Infants (1-12 months), Pediatrics (1-12 years), Adolescents (13-17 years), Adults (18-64 years), and Geriatrics (65 years and older).

Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur. Travel may be required up to 10% and may involve long-distance or air travel. May be exposed to high noise levels, bright lights, physical altercations, verbal abuse, and limited hazardous substances or body fluids. May require use of physical restraints. May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials. May have periods of constant interruptions and travel to off-site locations in adverse weather conditions.

Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions and follow infection control policies.

Physical Demands
Frequency and specific activities are assessed as part of job duties, including lifting/carrying (0-50 lbs, 50-100 lbs), pushing/pulling (0-50 lbs, 50-100 lbs), stooping, kneeling, crawling, climbing, balance, bending.
Work Position
Sitting, walking and standing as part of job duties.
Other
Manual dexterity, shift work, maneuvering patients, hearing alarms, reaching above shoulders, repetitive movements, color vision, acuity (far and near).
Hazards
Exposure to chemicals, moving mechanical parts, dust/fumes, electrical energy, x-ray/electromagnetic energy, and high-pitched noises.

• 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

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 would like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statements, please email  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