Float Pool RN – ICU, Step-Down, Telemetry
Rockford, IL
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Registered Nurse – Float Pool (Night Shift)

Location: Rockford, Illinois
Employment Type: Contract (13 weeks)
Shift: Nights (7:00 PM – 7:30 AM)
Hours per Week: 36

Job Summary

Seeking an experienced RN to work primarily in ICU units including Medical Surgical, Cardiac Telemetry, Stroke Neuro, Step-Down ICU, and ICU. The role requires ICU experience with flexibility to float to Medical Surgical as needed. Extensive cardiac experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Utilize the nursing process and collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to care for patients.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments following approved nursing techniques, policies, standards of care, and state laws.
• Document care according to standards.
• Develop, initiate, and execute individualized patient care plans, including patient and family education.
• Participate in department or unit performance improvement activities, including shared governance.
• Provide clinical expertise and guidance to other units/departments to support the patient’s longitudinal plan of care.
• Apply critical thinking focused on patient safety and experience, escalating issues appropriately.

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Illinois
• Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
• Minimum of 2 years ICU (Intensive Care Unit) experience, including ICU experience within the last year
• BLS certification
• ACLS certification
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification