Float Registered Nurse - Mid Shift

Schedule: 36 hours weekly, 11am-11:30pm and biweekly weekends | Job Location Type: In Person

What to expect.

As a Float Nurse (RN), you will float to various core units throughout the hospital.

Specific job duties include:

• Be responsible for providing additional and/or relief coverage as indicated by staff shortage or patient status in varying patient care areas.

• Perform a full range of professional nursing services, including assessing, administering, and evaluating patient care, in accordance with team treatment plan.

• Administer medical treatment as prescribed by physician and is responsible for teaching and providing psychosocial support to patients.

• Provide day-to-day clinical direction to Mental Health Workers.

• Document and reports patient progress to treatment team.

What you'll get from us.

At Sheppard Pratt, you will work alongside a multi-disciplined team led by a bold vision to change lives. We offer:

• A commitment to professional development, including a comprehensive tuition reimbursement program to support ongoing education and licensure and/or certification preparation

• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits for benefit eligible positions

• 403b retirement match

• Generous paid-time-off for benefit eligible positions

• Complimentary Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Generous mileage reimbursement program

The pay range for this position is $38.45 minimum to $63.37 maximum. Pay for this position is determined on a number of factors, including but not limited to, years and level of related experience.

What we need from you.

• Knowledge of nursing theory, principles, and practices and basic computer usage skills - acquired through graduation from an accredited program of nursing.

• Possession of a current license as a Registered Nurse in the State of Maryland at the time of appointment and continuously while in position. Maintains professional knowledge and skills through attendance at professional meetings, workshops, courses, and in-service educational sessions.

• Analytical ability and sound nursing knowledge for the effective formulation of nursing care plans, implementation of care, and appropriate documentation of pertinent information regarding patient condition. Individual must be able to identify the need for assistance/supervision and seek out appropriate resources.

• Interpersonal skills to interact effectively with psychiatrically ill patients in order to gain their cooperation and allay apprehensions, with treatment team members in the delivery of care, and with patients and family members to provide effective health teaching (51-80% of work time).

• Experience in a psychiatric nursing setting is preferred, but not necessary.

WHY SHEPPARD PRATT? At Sheppard Pratt, we are more than just a workplace. We are a community of healthcare professionals who are dedicated to providing hope and healing to individual’s facing life’s challenges. Join us and be a part of a mission that changes lives!

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