Float RN
Santa Fe, NM
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Registered Nurse (RN) - Float

Location: Santa Fe, New Mexico
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Nights (7 PM - 7 AM)
Work Schedule: Full Time

Job Summary

The Registered Nurse coordinates and implements patient care tailored to the age and needs of the patient population on assigned units. Ensures quality, efficient, and safe care consistent with unit standards. Demonstrates professionalism, respect, and effective communication with staff, physicians, patients, and families.

Responsibilities

• Perform initial patient assessments and prioritize care based on age, symptoms, and psychosocial needs.
• Systematically reassess patients to monitor progress and identify interventions.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized plans of care within nursing standards.
• Make comprehensive nursing decisions and modify care plans as needed.
• Participate in patient and family health education and discharge planning.
• Perform Point of Care testing procedures.
• Delegate and coordinate unit work assignments to ensure completion of patient care activities.
• Serve as a resource for staff, visitors, and physicians; assist with orientation of new staff and students.
• Promote a positive, professional work environment and collaborate to achieve unit goals.
• Exhibit behaviors that foster patient/customer satisfaction, respect, confidentiality, and teamwork.
• Assist with special projects and adhere to all hospital policies and safety procedures.
• Maintain positive attendance and communicate absences in advance.
• Adapt flexibly to changes in work environment or schedule.
• Take responsibility for professional growth and development.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in New Mexico.
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).
• Minimum of 1 year of float nursing experience within the last year.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association.
• Current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification.
• Experience with Epic electronic medical record system.

This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with a focus on quality patient care and professional development.