RN-Float East

Reid Physician Associates, Inc.; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in Indiana is looking for an RN Float to deliver compassionate and evidence-based care across multiple units, including Critical Care and Emergency Department. The ideal candidate must possess a valid Indiana RN license and the ability to adapt to diverse healthcare settings. This role emphasizes collaboration with healthcare teams to ensure patient satisfaction and safety. Join a supportive environment that values teamwork and community.

Qualifications

• Must maintain competence in BLS after initial training.
• Must have a valid Indiana RN license.
• Experience in diverse healthcare settings is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality patient care across various units.
• Work collaboratively with staff, physicians, and departments.
• Ensure patient safety and satisfaction at all times.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Team collaboration

Strong communication

Education

Associate's, Bachelor's, or Master's Degree in Nursing

Job description

RN-Float East0111 Float Pool* **Schedule:** Day Shift. 36 hours weekly 7:00a-7:30p.**About the Position**A “RN Float East” is a person who holds a valid Indiana license, and who bears primary responsibility and accountability for nursing practices based on specialized knowledge, judgment, and skill derived from the principles of biological, physical, and behavioral sciences. The RN Float East is a versatile and skilled professional who provides high quality patient care across various units within the hospital, including Critical Care, Progressive Care, Observation, Family Birthing Center, Emergency Department, and all North units. The patient population consists of individuals across the lifespan with varying levels of acuity, from critically ill patients requiring intensive monitoring and intervention to those needing observation and supportive care. This includes patients with complex medical conditions, surgical needs, emergent health concerns, maternal and newborn care, and those receiving rehabilitative and psychiatric services. The RN Float East must be prepared to provide compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to each unit's specialized patient needs. This role requires adaptability, clinical expertise, and the ability to work effectively in diverse healthcare settings to meet the needs of patients.**Overview of Responsibilities*** Must maintain competence in BLS after initial training.* Expected to demonstrate a calm, pleasant, and professional demeanor.* Must have the ability to work cooperatively with all staff, physicians, and departments.* Committed to Patient Satisfaction and Patient Safety.* See Competency Checklist for Unit/Department/Service Area Specifics.* Requires interpersonal skills to instruct and comfort patients and their families, and maintain communication with a variety of internal and external staff.* Recognizes and reinforces positive efforts of the healthcare team and co-workers.* Addresses issues tactfully and in a timely manner.* Experience as determined by work area and hospital in order to acquire and effectively utilize knowledge of unit and departmental policies and procedures.* Must meet established quality and quantity standards for the role.* Appropriately uses therapeutic touch to calm and comfort.* Demonstrates a cheerful demeanor through smiling and other non-verbal cues, maintaining a positive attitude and refraining from complaining.* Willing to work hard and assist others once own tasks are completed. Remains sensitive to the needs and workload of the entire unit/department.* Shows willingness to take ownership, using “I” or “we” rather than “they” or “them.” Avoids blaming others.* Demonstrates compassion by understanding and relating to patients’ situations, and helping them achieve their desired outcomes.* Supports the team by recognizing and celebrating successes, treating team members with respect, and participating actively in team activities.* Always prioritizes safety when making decisions.* Uses imagination to connect with others, fostering empathy and compassion.* Promotes and supports Reid’s services and regional market strategies to achieve “Lean” deployment strategies.* Demonstrates the ability to connect on a human level, including making eye contact and greeting patients, families, visitors, and staff.* Shows courteous interactions, including using correct voice inflection and positive body language.* Demonstrates empathy by acknowledging and validating patients' situations or experiences. (“It must be hard to...” “It must be difficult to...”)**Education & Experience*** Minimum education required: Associates, Bachelor's, or Masters Degree in Nursing**Licensure & Certification*** Minimum licensure required: Licensure in State of Indiana as a Registered NurseReid Health's inpatient hospital is a 189-bed, regional referral center with a Level lll Trauma Center and a Primary Stroke Center designation. Reid Health's outpatient services include more than 40 specialties and sub-specialties throughout an eight-county service area. With more than 3,100 employees, 100 volunteers, and 170 healthcare clinicians on staff, Reid Health believes in wholeness -- in body, mind, and spirit.The minute you step through Reid's doors, you'll be surrounded by friendly faces. Each of our employees plays an important role in the friendly and caring environment we call Reid Health.It's more than a place to work.Reid team members are involved in and care for our community, fostering a sense of belonging and camaraderie. They are the reason our patients feel safe and cared for. And they are the reason Reid Health is ranked among the best in quality care.Equal Employment Opportunity has been, and will continue to be, a fundamental principle at Reid Health. Therefore, Reid Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or military status, genetic information, or any other factor protected by law. This applies to all policies and procedures relating to recruitment and hiring, compensation, benefits, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment.