Float (RN)

This position is for a Float Pool Registered Nurse who is willing to float between eight different medical/surgical telemetry units. The role requires flexibility to work days, evenings, and nights, with rotations and every other weekend commitment. Nurses will be responsible for providing high-quality patient care in various settings throughout the hospital, ensuring safety and effective monitoring of patients.

Unit Description The float nurses will rotate throughout multiple Med/Surg Telemetry areas, including but not limited to various units focused on medication administration, patient monitoring, and care for patients transitioning from intensive care. Experience Requirements 2 years of acute care hospital experience in one location. 2 years working as a Traveler nurse preferred. Key Responsibilities Perform cardiac monitoring and management of cardiac drips.

Read and interpret telemetry strips every four hours. Provide care for emergency department border patients and non-vented patients ready for transfer from the ICU. Patient Population The Float Pool RN will work with a diverse patient population, including those in need of acute mental health care and other non-vented patients across various departments.

Bed Count and Patient Census The facility has a total of 371 beds, with unit bed counts ranging from 8 to 41. Rotation and Staffing Details Patient-to-Nurse Ratios: Days and evenings up to 5:1; Nights up to 6:1. Rotation will include 1 to 3 transitions to night shifts per contract.

Charting System The electronic medical record (EMR) system used is EPIC. Required Certifications Active Massachusetts RN License. AHA BLS Certification.

AHA ACLS Certification preferred. Parking Free on-site parking available for all staff.