Float Pool Nurse (Med Surge & Telemetry/Nights)

Southern Regional Medical Center; Riverdale (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a leading non-profit hospital, providing essential care as a Float Pool Nurse. This role offers the chance to work in both Telemetry and Med-Surg units, adapting to diverse patient needs. You'll monitor vital signs, administer medications, and educate patients on health practices. With a commitment to quality and compassion, this position is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in patient care. Enjoy a supportive environment that values your contributions and fosters professional growth.

Qualifications

• Current RN License and BLS certification required.
• Experience in acute care and ventilator management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor cardiac patients and report significant changes.
• Administer medications and manage IV lines.
• Educate patients on heart health and post-discharge care.

Skills

Cardiac Monitoring

Medication Administration

Patient Assessment

IV Management

Patient Education

Education

Registered Nurse License

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

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Float Pool Nurse (Med Surge & Telemetry/Nights) New

Overview

Join an award-winning team of dedicated professionals committed to our core values of quality, compassion, and community! Southern Regional Medical Center, a member of Prime Healthcare, offers incredible opportunities to expand your horizons and be part of a community dedicated to making a difference.

Southern Regional Medical Center is a non-profit, 331-bed full-service hospital serving the residents of Clayton County and southern crescent metro Atlanta communities. The hospital offers a complete line of services including Senior Care and Senior Behavioral Health Services; Emergency Services; Heart and Vascular; Advanced Imaging; Laboratory; Neuroscience Services; Rehabilitation; Sleep Diagnostic Center; Surgery/Robotic Surgery; Wound Care; and Women’s Health Services, including a Level III NICU. The hospital is certified and accredited as a Chest Pain Center and Primary Stroke Center. Learn more at southernregional.org.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to veteran status, disability, race, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, or other protected characteristics. If you need special accommodation for the application process, please contact Human Resources. Know Your Rights: EEOC Rights.

Responsibilities

We are seeking a Float Pool Nurse (Nights), also known as a float nurse, flex nurse, or pool nurse at Southern Regional Medical Center in Riverdale, GA. The Float Pool Nurse will work in our Telemetry (Tele) and/or Medical-Surgical (Med-Surg) units, providing patient care across these areas. Telemetry units focus on patients requiring continuous cardiac monitoring, often recovering from cardiac events or surgeries. Med-Surg units serve a wide variety of patients with various medical conditions or recovering from surgeries. The Float RN must adapt to the specific needs of each unit.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities (includes, But Not Limited To)

• Perform cardiac monitoring, observe telemetry monitors to track heart rhythms, recognize, and report arrhythmias or other significant changes to the patient’s condition.
• Address a broad range of conditions such as infections, diabetes, post-operative recovery, or chronic illnesses.
• Monitor vital signs such as heart rate, blood pressure, oxygen saturation, and conduct detailed physical assessments to detect subtle changes in condition.
• Administer medications, particularly those used to manage cardiac conditions (such as antiarrhythmics, beta-blockers, or anticoagulants) and pain management, infection control (e.g., antibiotics), or chronic disease management.
• Manage IV lines, administer fluids, and monitor hydration levels; ensure correct dosages and observe for potential interactions or side effects.
• Teach patients about heart-healthy practices, conditions, medications, post-discharge care, and follow-up.
• Provide guidance on lifestyle changes to improve cardiac health, discharge instructions, and lifestyle recommendations to prevent readmission.

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

• Current and valid state RN License
• Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintain current
• Current ACLS certificate within 30 days of hire and maintain current (preferred)
• Previous Acute Care hospital experience (preferred)
• Ventilator Management experience (preferred)
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) (preferred)