RN - Float Pool - PRN

LifePoint Health; Athens (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse for their Float Pool. This permanent, PRN role involves providing comprehensive patient care, including assessments, planning, and interventions tailored to individual needs. You will work collaboratively across disciplines to ensure optimal patient outcomes while advocating for their emotional and physical well-being. The position offers a supportive environment with competitive pay and benefits, including health coverage and tuition assistance for full-time employees. If you're passionate about making a difference in patient care, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Competitive Pay

Free onsite parking

Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)

Competitive Paid Time Off

401(k) plan with company match

Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance

Qualifications

• Current RN License in the State of TN or another compact state.
• Certifications required at the time of hire include BLS.

Responsibilities

• Perform initial and ongoing assessments of patient's condition.
• Establish and document a plan of care involving the patient.
• Assist patients with daily living activities and coordinate care.

Skills

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

Education

Associate’s degree in Nursing

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing

Job description

Job Description - RN - Float Pool - PRN (7412-6866)

Starr Regional Medical Center is currently seeking talent to fill the position of Registered Nurse – Float Pool for our MedSurg Department. This job is permanent, PRN.

Benefits Include:

• Competitive Pay
• Free onsite parking
• Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision) for full-time employees
• Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants

Core competencies include, but are not limited to the following:

• Performs initial and ongoing assessments of patient's condition.
• Establishes a plan of care which is appropriate to problems identified and involves the patient according to his or her capabilities and desires.
• Performs plan of care intervention, including medication administration, specimen collection, clinical treatments, as well as other medical care treatment.
• Documents patient care given.
• Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition as appropriate to care team, physician, patient, and family.
• Assists patients with performing activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, elimination, nutrition, and ambulation.
• Collaborates as needed across disciplines to coordinate patient care, including patient transfer, discharge, referral and spiritual/psychosocial support needs.
• Evaluates learning needs of patient and/or family and provides patient/family education appropriate to age, culture, condition, and circumstances.
• Evaluates the effectiveness of patient care and identifies any issues that affect desired patient outcomes.
• Performs role specific duties as assigned, including entering orders, performing admissions and/or discharges, and coordinating transfers.
• Responds to complaints about patient care and related services, and manages through established channels.
• Works as an advocate for the physical and emotional well-being of the patient.

Minimum Education
Associate’s degree in Nursing or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing.

Required Licenses
Current RN License in the State of TN or another compact state.

Required Skills
Certifications required at the time of hire:
X Basic Life Support (BLS)
Certifications required within 6 months of hire or when transferring into a new department:
X Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) for employees of Emergency Services and ICU only
X Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) for employees of Emergency Services only