Critical Care Float Pool RN (ICU/ED)
Guthrie Careers·City of Binghamton, New York
Guthrie Careers·City of Binghamton, New York
Provide professional, comprehensive nursing care for high-acuity patients within the ICU and Emergency Department. Coordinate safe, evidence-based therapeutic care while advocating for patient rights and collaborating with an interprofessional healthcare team.
Day Shift ICU & ED Nurses — build your critical care expertise across both units at Guthrie Lourdes Hospital, earn premium float pay, and take advantage of up to a $25,000 sign-on bonus — all without ever leaving one hospital. If you’re looking for more variety without the chaos of system-wide floating or travel assignments, this role gives you the best of both worlds. As part of our Critical Care Float Pool, you’ll work exclusively within the Intensive Care Unit and Emergency Department at Guthrie Lourdes Hospital, gaining high-acuity experience while staying rooted with one team and one location.
This is an ideal opportunity for nurses who want to expand their critical care skillset, increase their earning potential, and still maintain consistency in their work environment. Your Schedule: Work only in ICU and ED — no Med/Surg assignments Stay within Guthrie Lourdes Hospital — no travel to other facilities Earn additional Float Pool premiums on top of shift differentials Union position with defined pay scales, shift differentials, and scheduling practices Compensation & Incentives: Up to $25,000 Sign-On Bonus Float Pool Premium Pay Weekend, and holiday differentials Pay range: $39.00 – $54.12 based on experience Benefits That Matter: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage 401(k) retirement plan with employer match Generous paid time off and paid holidays Tuition reimbursement and continuing education support Life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness resources Why Join the Critical Care Float Pool: Gain experience across multiple high-acuity units Build advanced clinical skills in a dynamic care environment Be part of a collaborative, system-wide nursing team
A trusted part of the Binghamton community for over 100 years, Guthrie Lourdes Hospital combines advanced clinical care with a strong, team-oriented culture. As part of the Guthrie system, you’ll have access to resources that support both your professional growth and personal well-being.
The Registered Nurse (RN) provides professional, comprehensive nursing care for patients in an acute care environment. Accountable for the delivery of coordinated, safe, compassionate, therapeutic, evidence‐based quality care to patients and families, based on individual physical, emotional, and spiritual needs, and appropriate care strategies throughout the lifespan. Practices in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act in the state of employment, the American Nurses Association (ANA) Code of Ethics for Nurses, and the ANA scope and standards of practice. Essential functions and specific skills for the job are found in the unit specific onboarding checklist and in standards that are applicable to the specialty. Education, License & Cert: Registered Nurse in the State of Practice. BSN in Nursing preferred. Any previously agreed upon effective date for obtaining a Bachelor's degree in nursing between individuals and facilities will remain in effect, including those who transition to their position from the NLRN Program. Any contract with specific time frames for obtaining a bachelor’s degree in nursing will supersede the above point and will remain in effect. Specialty Certification is preferred BLS certification. ACLS is unit dependent.
Joining the Guthrie team allows you to become a part of a tradition of excellence in health care.
In all areas and at all levels of Guthrie, you’ll find staff members who have committed themselves to serving the community.
The Guthrie Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The Guthrie Clinic is a non-profit, integrated, practicing physician-led organization in the Twin Tiers of New York and Pennsylvania.
Our multi-specialty group practice of more than 500 physicians and 302 advanced practice providers offers 47 specialties through a regional office network providing primary and specialty care in 22 communities.
Guthrie Medical Education Programs include General Surgery, Internal Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, Anesthesiology and Orthopedic Surgery Residency, as well as Cardiovascular, Gastroenterology and Pulmonary Critical Care Fellowship programs.
Guthrie is also a clinical campus for the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine.
Must be a Registered Nurse licensed in the state of practice with at least one year of experience or completion of the NLRN program. BLS certification is required, and a BSN or specialty certification is preferred.
Market context
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