RN Registered Nurse - Hospital Float

As an RN Registered Nurse - Hospital Float at Ascension Via Christi, you will be responsible for providing direct nursing care in a dynamic healthcare environment. This includes implementing and monitoring patient care plans, coordinating with colleagues across various disciplines, assessing patient needs, and executing physician and nursing orders. Your role is crucial in ensuring that patients receive comprehensive and well-coordinated care.

To qualify for the RN Registered Nurse - Hospital Float position at Ascension Via Christi, you must have a valid Registered Nurse license from the Kansas Board of Nursing, and you'll need to achieve Advanced Life Support and Basic Life Support certifications within specified timeframes after hiring. Additionally, previous experience in an acute care setting is preferred, typically ranging from 12 to 18 months.

The working schedule for the RN Registered Nurse - Hospital Float at Ascension Via Christi involves full-time hours with a day shift that spans from 7 am to 7 pm. You can expect to work 36 hours a week, including a rotating schedule for weekends and holidays, providing flexibility and diversity in your nursing practice.

As an RN Registered Nurse - Hospital Float at Ascension Via Christi, you will enjoy a robust benefits package that includes paid time off, various health insurance options, retirement benefits with employer matching, long-term and short-term disability coverage, and employee assistance programs. Additionally, tuition reimbursement and parental leave options are available, making it a supportive workplace for personal growth and family well-being.

Working as an RN Registered Nurse - Hospital Float at Ascension Via Christi allows you to actively participate in community service and outreach programs. The organization encourages its associates to give back and to volunteer, aligning with our mission to provide healing and care not only within the hospital but across the local communities we serve.

In your response, highlight specific instances where you've provided direct patient care, including the types of procedures you've performed and how you managed complex patient needs. Utilize specific examples to demonstrate your hands-on experience and proficiency.

Discuss strategies such as assessing urgency based on patient needs, utilizing assessment tools, and collaborating with team members to shift priorities quickly. Emphasize your ability to stay organized and effective in high-pressure situations.

Focus on the importance of clarity, active listening, and open dialogue among team members. Give examples of how you've successfully communicated care plans or issues in the past to ensure everyone is aligned on patient care.

Explain the steps you'll take, such as quickly assessing the patient's symptoms, notifying the physician, and implementing emergency protocols. Demonstrate your ability to remain calm and act decisively in stressful scenarios.

Discuss your commitment to lifelong learning through pursuing certifications, attending workshops, or participating in professional organizations. Highlight any recent training that relates to the Hospital Float role.

Talk about practical techniques like time management, taking short breaks when possible, and utilizing support from colleagues. It's beneficial to mention how these strategies have helped you maintain quality care under pressure.

Provide a specific example that illustrates your dedication to patient advocacy. Focus on the actions you took to ensure the patient received appropriate care or resources and the positive outcome that resulted.

This is your chance to express your alignment with the mission and values of Ascension. Share how the potential to engage with diverse patient populations and support community health initiatives resonates with your professional goals.

Explain your familiarity with specific EHR systems, any relevant training you've received, and how effectively using EHRs has improved your patient care workflows. Be specific about how you're comfortable with documentation and information sharing.

Discuss attributes such as adaptability, teamwork, excellent communication skills, and empathy. Provide examples of how you've embodied these qualities in your previous nursing roles.