About this opportunity
Brattleboro Memorial Hospital lists this FLOAT POOL RN opportunity in brattleboro, Vermont. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Brattleboro Memorial Hospital /
Southern Vermont Health Services Corporation
Job Description
Job Type
Full-time
Description
Brattleboro Memorial Hospital /
Southern Vermont Health Services Corporation
Job Title: Float Pool Registered Nurse, day shift
Job Code: 900
Hours: 7am-7:30pm, 3-12 hour shifts per week
FTE: 0.9, 36 hours/week
Weekend Schedule: every other (possibility for every third)
Holiday Schedule: rotating holidays
Call Schedule: N/A
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Department Name: Nursing Resources Department (9050)
Location: Brattleboro, Vermont
Position Summary
As part of a collaborative, dynamic, multidisciplinary team, the Float Pool RN will provide nursing care to a wide variety of patients within the hospital. The Float Pool RN will be a member of a nursing team that provides direct patient care to a specific unit within the hospital based on staffing needs. The Float Pool RN may be required to start their shift in one unit and then based on need/change in census and acuity be transferred or moved to a different unit to meet organizational requirements. The Float Pool RN will maintain competencies in all areas as assigned by department leadership Utilizing the nursing process, the Float RN provides safe, effective, and compassionate care with a focus on restoring and promoting patient health and well-being and partners with patients, families, and the care team in the planning and coordination of care. The Float Pool RN must have the ability to perform standard nursing duties across various hospital units encompassing care within the Medical-Surgical Unit, the Progressive Care Unit, the Emergency Department, and Post-Partum care in the Birthing Center.
Department Scope Of Service
A Nursing Resource Department scope of service encompasses various job duties including Clinical Educators, Float Pool RNs, and Patient Safety Technicians. This department provides flexible patient care, education, and management across various hospital units. Float Pool RNs are assigned from a central pool to wherever staffing needs are the greatest.
The Nursing Resource Department plays a vital role in supporting clinical excellence, professional development, and flexible patient care throughout the hospital. This department encompasses Clinical Educators, Float Pool RNs, and Patient Safety Technicians, each contributing to a well-rounded approach to patient care, staff education, and operational efficiency.
The Float Pool RN provides flexible, high-quality nursing care across multiple hospital units, ensuring adequate staffing and continuity of care in response to fluctuating patient needs. Float Pool RNs are a critical resource, assigned based on census, acuity, and staffing demands, with a primary focus on supporting the Emergency Department (ED), Progressive Care Unit (PCU), and the Birthing Center (BC).
Float Pool RNs maintain competencies in all assigned areas and are expected to integrate seamlessly into each unit’s workflow, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to deliver safe, effective, and compassionate care. Their adaptability and clinical expertise allow the hospital to optimize staffing, enhance patient outcomes, and maintain efficiency.
In the Emergency Department (ED), Float Pool RNs assist in the treatment of patients with acute conditions. They work alongside the ED team to provide interventions, administer medications, and support the ED team during trauma and resuscitation efforts.
Within the Progressive Care Unit (PCU), Float Pool RNs care for patients requiring close monitoring and specialized interventions, such as those with cardiac conditions, respiratory compromise, or post-surgical recovery needs. They manage complex patient cases, monitor vital signs, administer IV medications, and provide support for patients transitioning between critical and medical-surgical care.
In the Birthing Center (BC), Float Pool RNs contribute to postpartum care by monitoring maternal and newborn well‑being, assist in providing lactation support, manage the care of the post‑surgical recovery for maternal and standard surgical patients, and educate patients on postpartum/post‑surgical care and infant health.
Within the Ambulatory Care Unit (ACU) and Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU), the Float Pool Registered Nurse (RN) provides care for surgical patients across the pre-operative and postoperative phases of care. Responsibilities include patient assessment, Phase I and Phase II recovery support, delivery of patient education related to procedures, recovery expectations, and discharge planning, as well as immediate postoperative pain management and ongoing monitoring following anesthesia.
Within the Oncology department, Float Pool RNs assist with non-chemotherapy infusions, starting and managing IVs, administering IV medications, monitoring and educating patients.
Job Specific Performance Standards
Uses the nursing process to assess the needs of the patient, plan and implement individualized interventions and evaluate the effectiveness of the plan of care. Includes the patient and family in planning and implementing care and develops and maintains a therapeutic relationship throughout the healthcare continuum.
Anticipates and recognizes significant changes in the patient’s condition, status, and need for care. Provides ongoing assessment of the patient and takes appropriate actions when changes occur. Anticipates and alters the plan of care as needed, mobilizes appropriate resources, and collaborates with other health care team members to coordinate patient centered care.
Implements strategies to reduce patient risk and increase patient safety. Assesses patient and family readiness to learn and individualizes the approach as necessary. Works collaboratively to develop strategies to meet the learning needs of the patient and family.
Actively coordinates the discharge plan utilizing an interdisciplinary approach. Applies evidence-based practice to deliver patient care. Consistently incorporates nursing and regulatory standards of care into practice.
Provides ongoing evaluation of patient, team, and unit outcomes and is empowered to take appropriate action when changes are needed. Supports shared governance activities and initiatives to improve processes and patient outcomes.
Demonstrates effective communication, feedback, and conflict resolution skills. Promotes collaboration among healthcare team members. Assumes a leadership role in the care team and delegates appropriately to unlicensed personnel.
Promotes a culture of safety through identifying threats to patient safety and intervening to prevent patient harm. Reports patient safety events and near misses in a timely manner. Seeks to identify potential safety issues and assists in the implementation of corrective actions.
Applies ethical decision making, demonstrates respect and understanding for peers, and other clinical disciplines. Participates as an effective member of the patient care team to formulate an integrated, unbiased, individualized approach to care.
Participates in quality/process improvement initiatives to improve the functions of the department and the patient care experience.
Participates in professional activities which contribute to personal professional development and the development of others. Seeks opportunities to be taught, coached, and mentored. Attends required meetings/educational programs and completes annual competencies in a timely manner.
Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department’s policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
EDUCATION:
Graduate of accredited RN program.
Experience/Skill Sets
Minimum of 2-years of RN experience in acute care.
Critical care experience preferred
Licensure/Certification(s)
Registered Nurse currently licensed by the State of Vermont
BLS Healthcare Provider status
ACLS within 6 months of hire
PALS within 6 months of hire
NRP within 6 months of hire
Osha Category
OSHA Category I - Tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues require use of techniques of Universal Precautions as evidenced with blood borne pathogens standards.
Physical Demands
On-the-job time is spent in the following physical activities. Show estimated time spent by checking appropriate boxes below.
Standing - 2/3 or more
Walking - 2/3 or more
Sitting - Up to 1/3
Talking or Hearing - 2/3 or more
Use of hands to finger, handle or feel - 1/3 to 1/2
Pushing/Pulling - Up to 1/3
Stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling - Up to 1/3
Reaching with hands and arms - Up to 1/3
Tasting or smelling - None
This position requires that weight be lifted, or force be exerted.
Up to 10 pounds - Up to 1/3
Up to 25 pounds - 2/3 or more
Up to 50 pounds - 1/3 to 1/2
Up to 100 pounds - None
More than 100 pounds - None
Work Environment
This position requires exposure to the following environmental conditions. Show the amount of time by checking the appropriate boxes below.
Wet, humid conditions (non-weather) - None
Work near moving mechanical parts - None
Fumes or airborne particles - None
Toxic or caustic chemicals - None
Outdoor weather conditions - None
Extreme cold (non-weather) - None
Extreme heat (non-weather) - None
Risk of electrical shock - None
Work with explosives - None
Risk of radiation - None
Vibration - None
The typical noise level for the environment is:
Quiet
Moderate Noise
Hearing
Ability to hear alarms on equipment
Ability to hear calls
Ability to hear instructions from physician/department staff/others
NOTE: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
EEO/ADA Statement
Brattleboro Memorial Hospital provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees and strictly prohibits any type of harassment or discrimination in regard to race, religion, age, color, sex, disability status, national origin, genetics, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, gender expression, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, and/or local laws.
Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is the policy of Brattleboro Memorial Hospital to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact Human Resources.
Compensation Disclosure In Accordance With Vermont Act 155
In compliance with Vermont Act 155, Brattleboro Memorial Hospital provides the compensation range for this position in good faith. The listed range represents the pay scale reasonably expected for a successful candidate based on factors such as relevant experience, education, internal equity, and market competitiveness. Final compensation will be determined during the hiring process.
Salary Description
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Worksite address
brattleboro, VT, 05304, US
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.