Registered Nurse (RN) Float Pool

Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg FloatPool
Job Type: Full-time Variable 12-hour shifts and rotating Weekends and holidays per month

Up to $20000 Sign-on Bonus

Increased RN Float Team Flat Rate $56.38 per hour!

Your experience matters

Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center is part ofLifepoint Health a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Registered Nurse (RN)joining our team youre embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More about our team

The Float Team at Conemaugh gives experienced nurses the opportunity to practice at the highest extent of their nursing license caring for a variety of patient populations. Assignments vary from day to day from Medical / Surgical assignments to Step-down (Surgical / PCU) to Behavioral Health. There also are opportunities to care for patients awaiting transfer to Med/Surg from our ER and ICU. Nursing Float assignments and provided education specialty areas include Palliative Care Trauma Surgery Progressive Care/Telemetry Neurology Step-down ICU and Behavioral Health. The float team leverages current communication and scheduling technology along with a large pool of staff to optimize schedule flexibility. Communication of daily float team assignments are easily accessible through available mobile applications on your handheld device.

How youll contribute

ARegistered Nurse (RN)who excels in this role:

• Coordinates the Patient Care Teams delivery of personalized efficient care with respect for patients spiritual and cultural differences in accordance with the PA State Board of Nursing Licensure requirement and ANA Scope and Standards of Practice.
• Provides patient assessment throughout patient stay. Participates in discharge planning while maintaining a therapeutic partnership with patient family and caregivers.
• Implements the interventions identified in the established plan of care and collaborate with members of the Patient Care Team.
• Collaborates with physician as part of Interdisciplinary Team.
• Is knowledgeable regarding patient condition completes patient assessment and reassessment reports changes to the Physician.
• Demonstrates annual RN competencies and specialized competencies as identified.
• Completes annual required education and CPR.
• Obtains and maintains ACLS
• Completes yearly medication and dysrhythmia examination with a passing score greater than 86% Maintains accountability and productivity for appropriate staffing following the flexible-staffing plan.
• Attends and participates as a minimum requirement 6 staff meetings annually as defined by Manager. Reads all staff meeting minutes.
• Participates in Process Improvement utilizing Lean Six Sigma methodology to improve patient outcomes. Active participant in a team pertaining to the current nursing strategic plan.
• Commits to Common Ground Code of Conduct.
• Actively participates in Patient Satisfaction initiatives.
• Attends educational sessions as directed by the nurse manager to gain knowledge about new treatment options procedures or equipment. Timely renewal of PA State RN licensure.
• Participates in own professional development maintaining required competencies unique to Nursing float team such as Death Pronouncement HIV source counselling hourly face to face assessment of patients demonstrating need for behavioral restraint.
• Staffs the overflow unit in accordance with Capacity Management policy and procedure.
• Initiates the electronic CORE Measure Assessment Tool and the appropriate daily CORE Measure Assessment documentation (Heart Failure AMI Pneumonia Stroke Surgical Care Improvement VTE and Immunization) assess patient daily.
• Completes the Transition of Care; documentation to include the Physician Orders Sheet (Transition of Care for Home or PFC or Transition of Care for Skilled Intermediate LTAC OR Acute Care Rehab) discharge instructions and medication reconciliation. Completes the AVS.
• Completes Transfer Consent to Acute Care Hospital if the patient is being transferred acute.
• Maintains yearly competency in Handle with Care.
• Maintains competency in care of the peritoneal dialysis patient.
• Works towards competency in NIH stroke assessment
• Collaborates with nursing unit to maintain competencies specific to individual unit.
• Maintains competency in IV therapy and blood administration. Proficiency in administering high risk medications.

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient addition to your base compensation this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits:Multiple levels of medical dental and vision coverage withmedical plans starting at just $10 per pay period tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees and more.

• Financial Protection & PTO:Life accident critical illness hospital indemnity insurance short- and long-term disability paid family leave and paid time off.

• Financial & Career Growth:Higher education and certification tuition assistance loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.

• Employee Well-being:Mental physical and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships virtual care appointments mental health services and discount programs).

• Professional Development:Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What were looking for
Applicants should have a current state RN license and possess an associates degree from an accredited nursing school. Additional requirements include:

• BSN Preferred

• 1-2 years minimum bedside RN experience required

• 2 years acute medical-surgical care

• BCLS

• ACLS and PALS preferred

• 2- 4 years critical care experience preferred

• Basic Dysrhythmia preferred

• Critical Care Course preferred

• Trauma Course preferred

• Stroke Course preferred

• Experience in cardiac monitoring neuro critical care and IV Therapy preferred

More about Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center

Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center is a 420 Bed Level 1 Trauma Center located in Johnstown PA and is part of Lifepoint Health a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier with acute care rehabilitation and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestoneyour experience matters.

EEOC Statement

Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Conemaugh Memorial Medical Centeris committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.