Job Summary and Responsibilities
As our Float Pool Nurse, you will help acutely ill adult patients and their families receive comprehensive, safe, and effective, evidence-based nursing care, regardless of age, functional status, or developmental level so they can achieve desired health outcomes and recover in a supportive environment.
Every day you will assess patient and family problems and resources, taking a leadership role in developing, implementing, and evaluating nursing care plans and interventions. You will be expected to organize and prioritize patient care activities, advocate for patient needs with a holistic approach, and demonstrate accountability for ethical behavior and decision-making.
To be successful in this role, you must excel at providing comprehensive, safe, and effective nursing care, adept at organizing and prioritizing patient needs. You should be a strong advocate for patients, demonstrating ethical behavior, sound decision-making, and the ability to adapt quickly to changing patient conditions.
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Provides comprehensive, safe, and effective, evidence-based nursing care to achieve desired health outcomes for the patient.
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Organizes and prioritizes patient care activities balanced with the needs and comfort of the patient.
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Demonstrates accountability for own ethical behavior, and supports ethical practice by addressing and/or escalating issues.
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Serves as an advocate for patients' needs by demonstrating holistic care practices.
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Demonstrates the ability to recognize and adapt to changes in patients condition (i.e. Lab, vitals, signs and test values) in a timely and clinically appropriate manner.
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Utilizes SBAR format tool to notify physicians, and other providers of clinical findings, performs nurse-to-nurse report at the bedside.
Job Requirements
Required
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Associate of Nursing, Bachelors of Nursing or foreign equivalent
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Two (2) years of nursing experience
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Registered Nurse in the state of Arizona
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American Heart Association Certifications
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Basic Life Support Card (AHA BLS)
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Advanced Cardiac Life Support Card (AHA ACLS)
Preferred
- Nursing experience is recent (within the last year) and in the ICU
Where You'll Work
Hello Humankindness: Join a Legacy of Healing at Saint Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center (SJHMC)
Ready to make a real difference? Join SJHMC in Phoenix AZ., a 571-bed nonprofit founded by the Sisters of Mercy over 125 years ago. We're more than a hospital; we're a global destination for life changing care, embracing patients with humankindness. Here, your calling will flourish. We're not just a workplace; we're a community dedicated to a mission of service.
Leaders in Specialized Care:
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Barrow Neurological Institute (BNI): A world-renowned center for groundbreaking neurological research and innovative treatments.
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Norton Thoracic Institute (NTI): A national leader in advanced thoracic care with pioneering surgical techniques.
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Level I Trauma Center: One of Arizona's busiest ERs, providing immediate, comprehensive care for critically injured patients 24/7.
Why SJHMC?
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Culture of Excellence & Well-being: We care for our people, fostering professional and personal growth.
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Community & Collaboration: Be part of a network committed to global health and well-being.
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Join a Legacy, Shape a Future: Over 20% of our patients travel internationally for our specialized care.
This is an invitation to join a family of dedicated professionals at the forefront of medical innovation, united by the power of humankindness.
Pay Range
$35.00 - $58.90 /hour
We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
