Registered Nurse-Float Pool

Registered Nurse – Float Pool

Location: Carroll Hospital, Westminster, MD
Shift: 6:45 PM – 7:15 AM | 12-hour shifts | Part-Time | On-Site
Department: Float Pool

Overview:

Carroll Hospital is seeking a skilled and adaptable Registered Nurse to join our Float Pool team. This is a premium opportunity for an experienced nurse looking to work across a variety of inpatient units. The Float Pool RN will be expected to provide high-quality, evidence-based care while floating between Med-Surg, IMC, PCU, CCU, and the Emergency Department based on staffing needs.

Key Responsibilities:

Clinical Practice:

• Utilize sound clinical reasoning, critical thinking, and decision-making

• Apply evidence-based practice and situational learning in patient care

• Accurately assess and document patient condition, pain, and comfort measures

• Develop individualized plans of care, discharge planning, and educational support

Collaboration & Communication:

• Work closely with multi-disciplinary teams to coordinate and integrate patient care

• Participate in daily team huddles, patient care discussions, and team meetings

• Delegate tasks appropriately and ensure timely follow-up

• Provide patient and family education to support informed decision-making

Professionalism & Innovation:

• Stay current with nursing best practices, research, and hospital protocols

• Engage in quality improvement efforts and peer review

• Demonstrate customer service excellence and uphold hospital standards

• Follow standard algorithms, protocols, and safety policies across all units

Patient Safety & Experience:

• Perform hourly rounding and proactive patient engagement

• Maintain a safe and therapeutic environment for patients and families

• Be aware of and work toward the reduction of Nurse Sensitive Indicators (NSIs)

Requirements:

• Active RN license with the Maryland Board of Nursing (or compact state eligibility)

• American Heart Association (AHA) BLS Provider certification – Required

• AHA Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification – Required

• Minimum of 2 years of recent experience in an IMC or higher-acuity care setting

• Flexibility and comfort working across multiple inpatient units

What We Offer:

• Full Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, etc.)

• PTO and self-scheduling flexibility

• Premium Float Pool Differential pay

• Supportive leadership and a collaborative team environment

• Access to continuing education and professional development opportunities