Float Pool Nurse - Procedural

Dignity Health; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 48,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center in Phoenix is seeking a Float Pool Nurse to provide comprehensive, safe, and evidence-based nursing care to acutely ill adults and their families, across ages and conditions. You will assess problems, lead the development and evaluation of care plans, and advocate for patient needs with a holistic approach.

You must be an Arizona-licensed RN with at least 2 years of nursing experience and current AHA BLS/ACLS certifications.

Qualifications

• Arizona RN license (Registered Nurse)
• Two (2) years of nursing experience
• American Heart Association Certifications (AHA BLS & ACLS)
• Basic Life Support Card (AHA BLS)
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support Card (AHA ACLS)

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, and implement nursing care while ensuring patient comfort
• Anticipate and address informational and emotional needs of patients and families
• Guide and direct healthcare personnel in caring for patients
• Maintain knowledge of equipment setup and use (IV pumps, monitoring equipment, drainage devices)
• Initiate emergency measures as needed (CPR, injury prevention)

Education

Associate/Bachelor of Nursing or foreign equivalent

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Float Pool Nurse, you will help acutely ill adult patients and their families receive comprehensive, safe, and effective, evidence-based nursing care, regardless of age, functional status, or developmental level so they can achieve desired health outcomes and recover in a supportive environment.

Every day you will assess patient and family problems and resources, taking a leadership role in developing, implementing, and evaluating nursing care plans and interventions. You will be expected to organize and prioritize patient care activities, advocate for patient needs with a holistic approach, and demonstrate accountability for ethical behavior and decision-making.

To be successful in this role, you must excel at providing comprehensive, safe, and effective nursing care, adept at organizing and prioritizing patient needs. You should be a strong advocate for patients, demonstrating ethical behavior, sound decision-making, and the ability to adapt quickly to changing patient conditions.

• Assesses, plans, and implements nursing care while ensuring patient comfort
• Anticipates, identifies, and responds to informational and emotional needs of patients and families
• Guides and directs healthcare personnel (i.e., Patient Care Technicians) in caring for patients
• Maintains knowledge of equipment setup, maintenance, and use (i.e., IV pumps, monitoring equipment, and drainage devices) Utilizes safeguards such as IV pump drug library and monitor alarms with necessary
• Initiates emergency support measures (i.e., cardiopulmonary resuscitation, protecting patient from injury

Job Requirements

Required

• Associate of Nursing, Bachelors of Nursing or foreign equivalent
• Two (2) years of nursing experience
• Registered Nurse in the state of Arizona
• American Heart Association Certifications
• Basic Life Support Card (AHA BLS)
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support Card (AHA ACLS)

Preferred

• Nursing experience is recent (within the last year) and in procedural care

Where You'll Work

Hello Humankindness: Join a Legacy of Healing at Saint Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center (SJHMC)

Ready to make a real difference? Join SJHMC in Phoenix AZ., a 571-bed nonprofit founded by the Sisters of Mercy over 125 years ago. We're more than a hospital; we're a global destination for life changing care, embracing patients with humankindness. Here, your calling will flourish. We're not just a workplace; we're a community dedicated to a mission of service.

Leaders in Specialized Care:

• Barrow Neurological Institute (BNI): A world-renowned center for groundbreaking neurological research and innovative treatments.
• Norton Thoracic Institute (NTI): A national leader in advanced thoracic care with pioneering surgical techniques.
• Level I Trauma Center: One of Arizona's busiest ERs, providing immediate, comprehensive care for critically injured patients 24/7.

Why SJHMC?

• Culture of Excellence & Well-being: We care for our people, fostering professional and personal growth.
• Community & Collaboration: Be part of a network committed to global health and well-being.
• Join a Legacy, Shape a Future: Over 20% of our patients travel internationally for our specialized care.

This is an invitation to join a family of dedicated professionals at the forefront of medical innovation, united by the power of humankindness.

Pay Range

$32.50 - $58.90 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.