Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical Float Pool

. Provide nursing care to medical-surgical patients using the nursing process .

Posted 10/15/2026part-timeMilwaukee • Wisconsin • United StatesJunior💰 $38 - $57 per hourWebsite

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide nursing care to medical-surgical patients using the nursing process
Assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate nursing care
Engage patients and families throughout the continuum of care
Monitor patient conditions, adjust care plans, mobilize resources, and collaborate with the care team
Administer medications, treatments, and therapies safely according to protocols and procedures
Maintain a culture of safety
Evaluate patient, team, and unit outcomes and take action as needed
Participate in unit councils, professional governance, and quality initiatives
Demonstrate effective communication, feedback, conflict resolution, collaboration, and delegation
Delegate appropriately to RNs, LPNs, and unlicensed assistive personnel
Maintain accurate and timely EHR documentation
Complete required education and maintain certifications
Practice ethical decision-making in accordance with the ANA Code of Ethics
Float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area as needed
Work self-scheduled day-to-day floating or six-week float assignments
Work night shifts from 1900 to 0730

What you’ll need

2 years of Med/Surg RN experience for this department
Graduate of a Board of Nursing approved nursing education program
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
ACLS certification
Active registered nurse (RN) multi-state compact and/or single-state license with privileges to practice in the state(s) where services are provided
Typically requires 1 year of experience in clinical nursing
Strong clinical judgment and critical thinking
Time management, prioritization, and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Proficiency in computer functions, including email, electronic records, and digital platforms
Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently
Ability to lift and support 35 pounds
Ability to push/pull with 30 pounds of force and perform a 150-pound sliding transfer with a second person
Functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch; fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures
Ability to maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines
Ability to perform physical safety interventions and verbal de-escalation if needed
Ability to respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions
Physical Abilities Testing may be required
Additional department-specific physical requirements may apply

Comp & perks