We are seeking a Float Pool Registered Nurse, sometimes referred to as a float RN, flex nurse or pool nurse at Riverview Regional Medical Center, a member of Prime Healthcare in Gadsden, AL. Our Float Pool Nurse will work in our Telemetry (Tele) and/or Medical-Surgical (Med-Surg) unit, providing patient care across these two areas. Telemetry units will focus on patients requiring continuous cardiac monitoring, often those recovering from cardiac events, surgeries, or dealing with heart-related conditions. Med-Surg units cater to a wide variety of patients with medical conditions or those recovering from surgeries. The Float RN will need to adapt to the specific needs of the Med Surg unit and Tele unit.Bonus Options: up to $10,000Shift’s Available: DaysEmployment Type: Full TimeHours: 7:00am to 7:00pmLocation: Riverview Regional Medical Center - Gadsden, ALHere are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare:Health, dental, and vision insurance optionsPaid vacation, sick time and holidaysBereavement leave, FMLA and other leave optionsEmployer 401K optionsTuition reimbursement optionsLife, disability, and other insurance optionsMany other amazing benefitsEssential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to):perform cardiac monitoring, observe telemetry monitors to track heart rhythms, recognize, and report arrhythmias or other significant changes to the patient’s conditionaddress a broad range of conditions such as infections, diabetes, post-operative recovery, or chronic illnessesmonitor of vital signs such as heart rate, blood pressure, oxygen saturation and conduct detailed physical assessments to detect subtle changes in conditionadminister medications, particularly those used to manage cardiac conditions (such as antiarrhythmics, beta-blockers, or anticoagulants) and pain management, infection control (e.g., antibiotics), or chronic disease managementmanage IV lines, administering fluids, and monitoring hydration levels; ensure correct dosages and observe for potential interactions or side effectsteach patients about heart-healthy practices, conditions, medications, post-discharge care and follow-up careprovide guidance on the importance of lifestyle changes to improve cardiac health, discharge instructions, and lifestyle recommendations to prevent readmissionBefore we go any further, we do have some deal-breakers. You must have: 3 Years of Registered Nurse Experience RequiredCurrent valid State Registered Nurse License.Current BLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current.Current ACLS (AHA) certificate 30 days upon hire and maintain current preferred.Additional Qualifications That Are a Plus:Completion of Critical Care Course preferred.Previous Acute Care hospital experience preferredVentilator Management experience preferred.Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.Current ACLS (AHA) certificate 30 days upon hire and maintain current preferred.Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https:www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf
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Float Pool RN