Registered Nurse (RN) – Float

Position Description

This position involves floating to various units including Med/Surg, PCU, IRU, BHU, ICU, and ED. The Registered Nurse will coordinate and implement patient care specific to the age and needs of the patient population served on the assigned units. Quality care must be provided efficiently and safely, aligning with the unit’s standards of care while adhering to the organization’s mission and philosophy.

Shift

DAYS 7AM – 7PM

Start

ASAP

Required Certification/Licenses

• Current RN license in New Mexico or a current Compact state license
• TNCC Certification
• CPIDE (CPI/De-Escalation)
• NIH Certification
• BLS Certification from AHA
• ACLS Certification from AHA
• PALS Certification from AHA
• Additional certifications may be required based on the units to which floated

Responsibilities

• Obtain and record initial assessments and establish priorities based on patient age, symptoms, and psychosocial needs.
• Systematically re-assess patients to identify progress and trends requiring intervention.
• Develop and implement an individualized plan of care for each patient within the timeframe established by Nursing Standards of Care.
• Make comprehensive nursing decisions based on factual interpretations and patient outcomes; modify the care plan accordingly.
• Participate in health education and discharge planning for patients and significant others.
• Implement and document timely interventions that are appropriate to patient needs.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of the care plan.
• Perform various Point of Care testing procedures.

Staff Responsibilities

• Utilize effective communication strategies to achieve intended outcomes.
• Delegate unit work assignments appropriately to complete required patient care activities.
• Coordinate team assignments and adjust based on patient and unit needs; follow up on delegated tasks for quality and completeness.
• Utilize appropriate channels to resolve difficult issues.
• Participate in the orientation of new staff and students.
• Serve as a resource to visitors, physicians, and staff with prompt and courteous interactions.
• Promote a positive work environment through professional and supportive attitudes.
• Collaborate with others to achieve unit and organizational goals.

Customer Relations

• Exhibit behaviors that foster high levels of patient satisfaction and uphold patient rights.
• Demonstrate effective communication and interpersonal skills to promote teamwork.
• Present behaviors that support the mission and operations of the organization.
• Contribute to continuous service improvement through professional conduct.

Additional Responsibilities

• Assist with special projects as assigned.
• Maintain receptiveness to new ideas and changes in the work environment.
• Assume responsibility for personal professional growth and development.
• Adhere to all organizational policies and procedures.
• Maintain positive attendance and communicate any planned absences in advance.
• Follow all patient and environmental safety policies and procedures.

Requirements

Education

• Graduate of an accredited program for Registered Nursing.

Skills

• Current knowledge and skills relevant to the age/type of patient population served.
• Understanding and sensitivity toward patient rights in care delivery.
• Effective communication skills tailored to the developmental age of patients.

Work Schedule

7AM – 7PM

Work Type

Full Time

Experience

1 year of experience is required.