PCU / Stepdown

Float Nurse – 12-Hour Day Shifts

Position Overview

Join the facility as a Float Nurse covering multiple inpatient units. You'll rotate through ICU, step-down, and medical/surgical floors based on your competency and census needs. This role is ideal for experienced nurses comfortable with variety and flexibility.

Shift & Schedule

• 12-hour day shifts: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
• Every other weekend required
• No call; standby may apply during low census
• 36 guaranteed hours per week
• 13-week contract

Clinical Scope

You'll care for diverse patient populations including cardiac, orthopedic, neurological, and post-surgical patients across varying acuity levels. Patient ratios depend on unit assignment:

In step-down areas, you'll titrate drips including heparin, cardizem, nitro, insulin, dobutamine, dopamine, and others. Respiratory support (CPAP, BiPAP, mechanical ventilation) varies by unit. Monitor techs support telemetry monitoring.

Requirements

• Current RN license
• BLS and ACLS (AHA)
• Medical/surgical background required; step-down experience preferred
• Travel experience preferred
• Valid driver's license with current address

Unit Assignment

Call the staffing office each day for your unit assignment. You'll work alongside a robust PCT float pool and charge nurses on day shifts. Unit-specific orientation: 3–4 shifts.

Details

• Dress code: Royal blue scrubs
• BSN not required