Float Pool RN - ICU/Telemetry/Med-Surg
Rockford, Illinois
Mercy Hospital and Trauma Center

Registered Nurse – Float Pool (Night Shift)

Location: Rockford, Illinois
Employment Type: Contract (8 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 units as needed. Extensive cardiac experience is required.

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Illinois
• Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
• Minimum 1 year of Med Surg / Telemetry experience within the last year
• ICU (Intensive Care Unit) experience
• BLS certification
• ACLS certification
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification

Key Responsibilities

• Provide patient care using the nursing process and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams
• Administer medications and treatments according to nursing standards, policies, and state laws
• Document care in compliance with standards of care
• Develop and implement individualized patient care plans, including patient and family education
• Participate in unit performance improvement and shared governance activities
• Provide clinical expertise and guidance to support patient care across units
• Apply critical thinking to ensure patient safety and escalate concerns appropriately

Additional Information

• Prior travel experience is not specified as required
• Contract length interpreted as 8 weeks