Mercy Health BSMH·Blue Ash, Ohio
The RN Clinical Float Pool nurse assesses, plans, and implements patient care across various departments and sites within the organization. They act as patient safety advocates and coordinate nursing care using evidence-based practices.
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740N0L RN Clinical Market Float Pool Job Summary: The RN Clinical Float Pool assesses, analyzes, plans, implements and evaluates patient care following established patient care standards for the organization 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 the organization 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 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 organization 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.
Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible) Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status. 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 you'd 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
Requires an Associate's of Nursing degree and at least one year of experience as an RN in acute care. Must hold a current nursing license and BLS certification, with ACLS and PALS required based on specialty assignment.
Market context
Ohio PCU float pool RN roles are typically in demand because hospitals need experienced acute-care nurses who can adapt across units and cover shifting patient volumes. This role is competitive for candidates with an ADN, at least one year of acute-care RN experience, an active Ohio license, and current BLS, with ACLS and PALS depending on specialty. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your certifications and recent PCU experience before applying.
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