RN Progressive Care Float Pool (Full Time 36 Hours), West Penn Hospital

Highmark Health Company; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

West Penn Hospital is seeking an experienced RN for the Progressive Care Float Pool in Pittsburgh. The role focuses on high-quality nursing care across units with patient-centered care and transformational leadership within a dynamic environment.

Requirements include PA RN licensure (or eNLC), CPR, and at least 2 years acute care experience; ACLS/NIH preferred and required background clearances. This is a full-time position with a 36-hour schedule.

Qualifications

• Current State of PA RN licensure or multi-state licensure through the enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC).
• Minimum 2 years acute care nursing experience.
• CPR certification required.
• ACLS preferred.
• NIH Certification preferred.
• Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
• Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate
• Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate

Responsibilities

• Assess human responses and plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care.
• Provide transformational leadership in a professional practice setting.
• Assign or delegate tasks based on patient needs and staff skill levels.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to evaluate clinical care.
• Promote patient safety initiatives and participate in quality initiatives.
• Utilize the nursing process to implement patient care plans.
• Analyze health status and determine patient care needs.
• Accept assignments in areas other than the primary unit.
• Demonstrate commitment to continuous lifelong learning and professional development.
• Assess and resolve patient/family concerns, promoting compassionate communication.

Skills

Acute care nursing

Education

PA RN licensure or eNLC

Job description

About This Role

The RN Progressive Care Float Pool at West Penn Hospital is responsible for providing high-quality nursing care across various units, catering to patients with diverse and complex medical needs. This role is ideal for experienced nurses looking to work in a dynamic environment with a focus on patient-centered care.

Highlights

• Pay: $7/hour allowance
• Location: Pittsburgh, PA
• Facility: West Penn Hospital
• Schedule: Full-time, 36 hours

What You’ll Do

• Assess human responses and plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care.
• Provide transformational leadership in a professional practice setting.
• Assign or delegate tasks based on patient needs and staff skill levels.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to evaluate clinical care.
• Promote patient safety initiatives and participate in quality initiatives.
• Utilize the nursing process to implement patient care plans.
• Analyze health status and determine patient care needs.
• Accept assignments in areas other than the primary unit.
• Demonstrate commitment to continuous lifelong learning and professional development.
• Assess and resolve patient/family concerns, promoting compassionate communication.

Requirements

• Education:
  • Current State of PA RN licensure OR Current multi-state licensure through the enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC)
• Experience:
  • Minimum 2 years acute care nursing experience required
• Licenses & Certifications:
  • CPR certification required
  • ACLS preferred
  • NIH Certification preferred
  • Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
  • Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate
  • Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate

About Highmark Health

Highmark Health is a leading healthcare provider committed to delivering exceptional patient care. As part of a 9-hospital system, they focus on transforming the future of healthcare through effective services for patients and communities. They value inclusivity and offer growth and educational opportunities to their employees.