Registered Nurse (RN) - Progressive Care Unit (PCU) - Cincinnati Market Float Pool

easyservice; Blue Ash (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

403(b) with employer contributions

Health, dental, vision, prescription

Paid time off & parental leave

Job summary

Mercy Health seeks an RN for the Clinical Float Pool to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care across various departments and sites within the market.

The role emphasizes flexibility to float within tiers across single or multiple sites, with oversight by a clinical manager or designee. Strong clinical judgment, teamwork and communication are essential.

Eligible candidates hold an RN license, BLS, and ACLS/PALS as required by assignment; 1 year of acute care experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in nursing required.
• Current nursing license in designated state of employment; BLS; ACLS and PALS as required by assignment.
• 1 year of experience as an RN in acute care.

Responsibilities

• Float to multiple sites within a market based on competency.
• Plan, implement and evaluate patient care with standard care practices.
• Act as patient safety advocate and participate in quality improvement.

Skills

Medical equipment knowledge

Clinical skills

Assessments

Documentation

Communication

Teamwork

Critical thinking

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing

BSN preferred

Tools

EPIC

Job description

Intro paragraph

As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

Job Summary

The RN Clinical Float Pool assesses, analyzes, plans, implements and evaluates patient care following established patient care standards for the organization including those for patient assessment and transfer. The primary function of this job, based on hiring tier, is to be available and flexible to float to various departments, and sites throughout the markets within the organization to provide patient care, which could include but not limited to scheduling day of staffing, more than one assignment location within a single shift, travel assignments, or seasonal staffing patterns. Participates as a member of the health care team in cooperation with and under the direction of a clinical manager or designee as defined by the relevant Standards and Scope of Practice for the Registered Nurse.

Essential Functions

RN Clinical Float Pool are hired with the understanding they must float based on the tiers below:Tier 1: Float expectation within a single site based on competencyTier 2: Float expectation within multiple sites within a single market based on competencyTier 3: Float expectation within multiple sites across more than one market based on competencyDemonstrates awareness of and supports organization departmental and operating unit goals through participation in continuous quality improvement and departmental activities.Acts as a patient safety advocate by participating in ongoing quality improvement in the departmentIncorporates the professional practice model into care deliveryPlans and coordinates nursing care and clinical decisions using the best available evidence.Formulates and implements a plan of care for each patient which includes interventions, evaluation of response to interventions and documentation as appropriate to condition and age.Incorporates the professional practice model into care delivery.

Education

Associate's of Nursing (required)Bachelor's of Nursing (BSN) (preferred)

Required Licensing & Certifications

Current nursing license in the designated state of employment (required)Basic Life Support (BLS) - Various ( required)Advanced Cardiac Life Support ( ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS - AHA) -American Heart Association required based on specialty assignment

Experience

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

Skills & Abilities

Medical equipment knowledgeProficient in clinical skillsPrinciples and practices of professional nursingPerform assessmentsProficiency in using computerized toolsAccountability for completion of required education and competenciesExhibits professionalism, ethical practice and customer focusedUse of restraintsCoordination of patient care deliveryIntegration of quality improvement, evidence- based practices and research in practiceTeamworkCritical thinkingDetail orientedStrong decision making and problem-solving skillsStrong communication skills both verbal and writtenAbility to multi-taskMust be flexible and able to adapt to changeConflict management and resilienceEffective stewardship of available resourcesCompassionate, relationship-based approach to help find meaning in illness, suffering, pain, and existence

Training

EPIC Electronic Health Record (preferred)

Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.

As a Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Misson that matters. We support your well-being - personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/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

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment st