RN - Registered Nurse - Hospital Float Pool
Company: Bon Secours
Location: Emporia
Posted on: May 6, 2022
Job Description:
RN - Registered Nurse - Hospital Float Pool Requisition R113417
Market Emporia, Virginia Department Nursing Administration 2 -
Virginia RMC - Emporia Shift All Schedule Full-time Thank you for
considering a career at Bon Secours! Southern Virginia Medical
Center 10K Bonus Eligible Primary Function/General Purpose of
Position The RN Clinical Float Pool assesses, analyzes, plans,
implements and evaluates patient care following established patient
care standards for Bon Secours Mercy Health including those for
patient assessment and transfer. The primary function of this job,
based on hiring tier, is to be available and flexible to float to
various departments, and sites throughout the markets within Bon
Secours Mercy Health to provide patient care, which could include
but not limited to scheduling day of staffing, more than one
assignment location within a single shift, travel assignments, or
seasonal staffing patterns. Participates as a member of the health
care team in cooperation with and under the direction of a clinical
manager or designee as defined by the relevant Standards and Scope
of Practice for the Registered Nurse. Essential Job Functions RN
Clinical Float Pool are hired with the understanding they must
float based on the tiers below:
- Tier 1: Float expectation within a single site based on
competency
- Tier 2: Float expectation within multiple sites within a single
market based on competency
- Tier 3: Float expectation within multiple sites across more
than one market based on competency
- Demonstrates awareness of and supports Bon Secours Mercy Health
departmental and operating unit goals through participation in
continuous quality improvement and departmental activities.
- Acts as a patient safety advocate by participating in ongoing
quality improvement in the department
- Incorporates the professional practice model into care
delivery
- Plans and coordinates nursing care and clinical decisions using
the best available evidence.
- Formulates and implements a plan of care for each patient which
includes interventions, evaluation of response to interventions and
documentation as appropriate to condition and age.
- Incorporates the professional practice model into care
delivery. This document is not an exhaustive list of all
responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working
conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to
perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor,
subject to reasonable accommodation. Licensing/Certification
Current nursing license in the designated state of employment
(required) Basic Life Support (BLS) - Various ( required) Advanced
Cardiac Life Support ( ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support
(PALS AHA) -American Heart Association required based on specialty
assignment Education Associate's of Nursing (required) Bachelor's
of Nursing (BSN) (preferred) Work Experience 1 year of experience
as an Registered Nurse in acute care (required) Training EPIC
Electronic Health Record (preferred) Language None Patient
Population Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to
provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his
or her assigned unit. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of
growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability
to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets
the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's
requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to
provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and
procedures. Neonates (0-4 weeks) Infant (1-12 months) Pediatrics
(1-12 years) Adolescents (13-17 years) Adults (18-64 years)
Geriatrics (65 years and older) Working Conditions Periods of high
stress and fluctuating workloads may occur. Long-distance or air
travel as needed- not to exceed 10% travel. May be exposed to high
noise levels and bright lights. May be exposed to physical
altercations and verbal abuse. May be exposed to limited hazardous
substances or body fluids.* May be required to use physical
restraints. May be exposed to human blood and other potentially
infectious materials.* May have periods of constant interruptions.
Required to car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in
adverse weather conditions. * Individuals in this position are
required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective
equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection
control. Physical Requirements Physical Demands Frequency
0%1-33%34-66% 67-100% Lifting/ Carrying (0-50 lbs.) x Lifting/
Carrying (50-100 lbs.) x Push/ Pull (0-50 lbs.) x Push/ Pull
(50-100 lbs.) x Stoop, Kneel x Crawling x Climbing x Balance x
Bending x Work Position Frequency 0%1-33%34-66% 67-100% Sitting x
Walking x Standing x Additional Physical Requirements/Hazards
Physical Requirements Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)
Perform shift work Maneuver weight of patients Hear
alarms/telephone/audio recordings Reach above shoulder Repetitive
arm/hand movements Finger Dexterity Color Vision Acuity far Acuity
near Hazards Depth perception Use of Latex products Exposure to
toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents Exposure to moving mechanical
parts Exposure to dust/fumes Exposure to potential electrical shock
Exposure to x ray/electromagnetic energy Exposure to high pitched
noises Gaseous risk exposure Skills Medical equipment knowledge
Proficient in clinical skills Principles and practices of
professional nursing Perform assessments Proficiency in using
computerized tools Accountability for completion of required
education and competencies Exhibits professionalism, ethical
practice and customer focused Use of restraints Coordination of
patient care delivery Integration of quality improvement, evidence-
based practices and research in practice Teamwork Critical thinking
Detail oriented Strong decision making and problem-solving skills
Strong communication skills both verbal and written Ability to
multi-task Must be flexible and able to adapt to change Conflict
management and resilience Effective stewardship of available
resources Compassionate, relationship-based approach to help find
meaning in illness, suffering, pain, and existence Bon Secours is
an equal opportunity employer. Many of our opportunities reward*
your hard work with:
- Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
- Prescription drug coverage
- Flexible spending accounts
- Life insurance w/AD&D
- An employer-matched 403(b) for those who qualify
- Paid time off
- Educational Assistance
- And much more *Benefits offerings vary according to employment
status S cheduled Weekly Hours: 36 Work Shift: All Department:
Nursing Administration 2 - Virginia RMC - Emporia All applicants
will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,
color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender
identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status,
and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
If youd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or
policy statement for Mercy Health Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours
Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia,
which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers,
please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a
disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as
part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent
Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com . Apply Now
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