Registered Nurse - Critical Care Float Pool

Fadona; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider seeks an experienced RN for the Critical Care Float Pool in Minneapolis. The position involves caring for critically ill veterans across various units, requiring strong clinical judgment and flexibility. Ideal candidates will possess a nursing license and have critical care experience. This role emphasizes collaboration and continuous improvement in patient care.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Paid time off

Retirement options

Federal insurance programs

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of critical care experience preferred.
• Possession of a current, full, active nursing license in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care in various critical care environments.
• Administer and monitor high-risk medications and advanced airway management.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals and support patient needs.

Skills

English language proficiency

Critical thinking

Clinical judgment

Education

Graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing

Bachelor's degree in nursing

Job description

Summary

The Critical Care Float Pool (CCFP) is composed of experienced Intensive Care Unit (ICU) RNs who care for critically ill veterans. This RN position supports staffing across the facility, including a 16-bed ICU, two critical care step-down units, and the Emergency Department. The RN must demonstrate competency in caring for a variety of critically ill populations, including but not limited to: cardiac surgery, aortic vascular surgery, respiratory failure, and septic shock.

Qualifications

Applicants must meet all requirements by the time of application. Basic requirements include:

1. English language proficiency, in accordance with 38 U.S.C. 7403(f).
2. Graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing (ACEN or CCNE).
3. For those in a master's level bridge program, completion of coursework equivalent to a bachelor's degree in nursing.
4. Possession of a current, full, active, and unrestricted nursing license in the U.S.
5. Foreign nursing graduates must have current registration and may need degree equivalency validation.
6. Graduate Nurse Technician (GNT) exception: candidates without licensure may be appointed temporarily while pursuing licensure.
7. Preferred experience: 1-3 years of critical care experience; CCRN or related certification preferred.

Grade Determinations

Details on scope, education, and experience requirements for Nurse I, II, and III levels are provided, including specific educational credentials and experience needed for each grade.

Physical Requirements

Participation in pre-employment examinations or evaluations is required, with further questions addressed at that time.

Duties

• Provide nursing care in various critical care environments, requiring flexibility and clinical judgment.
• Engage in continuous improvement, staff engagement, and professional development.
• Major duties include: interpreting telemetry, caring for complex critically ill patients, administering and monitoring high-risk medications, advanced airway management, hemodynamic monitoring, emergency response, promoting end-of-life care, and more.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals, facilitate education, and support patient and caregiver needs.
• Maintain skills in managing disruptive behaviors and promote evidence-based practices.

Additional Information

VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive salary, paid time off, retirement options, federal insurance programs, licensure, and work schedule details. This position does not include relocation or recruitment incentives and is aligned with the VA Whole Health System of care, emphasizing personalized health plans and community connections, in line with the VHA Mission to honor and serve veterans.