RN Float Pool: Adaptive, Patient-Centered Care

Northwest Health - La Porte; La Porte (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwest Health - La Porte in Indiana is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to provide patient-centered care through the nursing process and coordinate with the care team to achieve optimal outcomes.

Key responsibilities include accurate documentation, medication administration, patient education, and infection control. The role supports ongoing performance improvement and emergency response readiness while ensuring compassionate care for patients and families.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of clinical nursing experience or student rotations in acute care required.
• RN license in good standing (State Licensure) required or eligible for compact state licensure.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and delivers patient-centered care in accordance with policies and nursing process.
• Documents findings accurately and reports changes to care team.
• Administers prescribed medications and monitors for side effects.
• Assists physicians during procedures within competency scope.
• Develops, implements, and evaluates individualized care plans.
• Responds to medical emergencies and participates in CPR/code team activities.
• Educates patients and families on conditions, treatment plans, and post-discharge care.
• Maintains infection control standards and patient safety across care delivery.

Skills

Nursing process

Patient assessment

Medication administration

Effective communication

Care documentation

Infection control

Patient safety

Team collaboration

Education

Nursing degree (RN)

Tools

IV pumps

Monitors

Ventilators

Job description

Northwest Health - La Porte in Indiana is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to provide patient-centered care through the nursing process and coordinate with the care team to achieve optimal outcomes.

Key responsibilities include accurate documentation, medication administration, patient education, and infection control. The role supports ongoing performance improvement and emergency response readiness while ensuring compassionate care for patients and families.