Riverview Regional Medical Center·Gadsden, Alabama
The Float Pool Registered Nurse will provide patient care in ICU, CCU, Telemetry, and Medical-Surgical units, focusing on cardiac monitoring and a variety of medical conditions. Responsibilities include monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and educating patients on health practices.
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Overview 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 ICU, CCU, Telemetry 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.
Shift’s Available: Nights Employment Type: Full Time Hours: 7:00pm to 7:00am Location: Riverview Regional Medical Center - Gadsden, AL Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare: Health, dental, and vision insurance options Paid vacation, sick time and holidays Bereavement leave, FMLA and other leave options Employer 401K options Tuition reimbursement options Life, disability, and other insurance options Many other amazing benefits
Essential 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 condition address a broad range of conditions such as infections, diabetes, post-operative recovery, or chronic illnesses monitor of vital signs such as heart rate, blood pressure, oxygen saturation and conduct detailed physical assessments to detect subtle changes in condition administer 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 management manage IV lines, administering fluids, and monitoring hydration levels; ensure correct dosages and observe for potential interactions or side effects teach patients about heart-healthy practices, conditions, medications, post-discharge care and follow-up care provide guidance on the importance of lifestyle changes to improve cardiac health, discharge instructions, and lifestyle recommendations to prevent readmission
Before we go any further, we do have some deal-breakers. You must have: 3 Years of Registered Nurse Experience Required Current 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 preferred Ventilator 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.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/ #LI-AZ1 Employment Status Full Time Shift Nights Equal Employment Opportunity Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf
Candidates must have at least 3 years of Registered Nurse experience and a valid State Registered Nurse License. Preferred qualifications include a BSN and completion of a Critical Care Course.
Market context
Nursing roles in Alabama typically stay active across hospitals, clinics, and other care settings, especially when units need licensed RNs who can start quickly. These positions can be competitive because employers often look for current Alabama or multistate RN licensure, BLS, and education that meets the unit’s needs, with BSN or specialty certifications sometimes preferred. Review the unit-specific certification timeline and compare the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here with the original posting to save research time before applying.