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Float Pool Rn Jobs in Utah (NOW HIRING)

RN Systemwide Float Pool OB OR

Lehi, UT · On-site

$75 - $76.70/hr

RN Systemwide Float Pool OB OR Partnering for a stronger, healthier world. At CommonSpirit Health, we believe in the healing power of humanity. We invite you to explore our specialty areas and pursue ...

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Travel Float Pool RN - MS Telemetry

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$1.9K - $2.6K/wk

Medlivo is seeking a travel nurse RN Float Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Salt ... Acute Care - Med Surg/Telemetry Float Pool (Zone 2) / EMR: EPIC / Skills: Telemetry monitoring ...

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Float Pool Rn information

How to make an extra $2000 a month as a nurse?

Float pool RNs can increase their income by working overtime, taking on additional shifts, or signing up for per diem assignments. Gaining specialized certifications or skills in high-demand areas like ICU or emergency can also lead to higher pay rates. Scheduling flexibility and working in facilities with premium pay policies can help reach the extra income goal.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Float Pool RN, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Float Pool RN, you need a broad clinical knowledge base, strong assessment skills, and an active RN license, often with experience across multiple specialties. Familiarity with various electronic health record (EHR) systems and hospital protocols is critical, as float nurses regularly transition between departments. Adaptability, resilience, and strong interpersonal communication are standout soft skills for managing frequent changes in patient populations and team dynamics. These skills enable Float Pool RNs to deliver consistent, high-quality care and support staffing flexibility in dynamic healthcare environments.

How does working as a Float Pool RN differ from working on a dedicated unit, and what unique challenges might I face?

As a Float Pool RN, you'll have the opportunity to work across multiple units within a facility, which exposes you to a wide variety of patient populations and clinical situations. This role requires adaptability, strong clinical skills, and the ability to quickly build rapport with new teams. A common challenge is rapidly acclimating to different unit protocols and workflows, as well as managing shifting priorities throughout your shift. However, float pool positions often offer increased scheduling flexibility and the chance to develop a broad skill set, which can support long-term career growth.

What is the difference between Float Pool Rn vs Staff Nurse?

AspectFloat Pool RnStaff Nurse
CertificationsRN license, possibly specialized certificationsRN license, possibly specialized certifications
Work EnvironmentMultiple units/hospitals, flexible assignmentsSingle unit or department, consistent environment
Employer UsageHospitals, healthcare agenciesHospitals, clinics, healthcare facilities

Float Pool Rns are versatile nurses who work across various units, providing coverage where needed, while Staff Nurses typically work in a specific department. Both roles require an RN license and similar certifications, but Float Pool Rns enjoy more varied work environments, offering flexibility and diverse experience. Staff Nurses often have a more stable, specialized role within a single unit.

How do you become a float pool nurse?

To become a float pool nurse, you typically need to be a registered nurse (RN) with a valid license, have some clinical experience, and demonstrate adaptability across various specialties. Many facilities require certifications such as BLS or ACLS and value strong critical thinking and communication skills. Gaining experience in different units can improve your chances of working in a float pool setting.

What is a Float Pool RN?

A Float Pool RN is a registered nurse who is assigned to work in different units or departments within a hospital or healthcare facility, based on staffing needs. Instead of being assigned to one specific area, float pool nurses move between various floors, such as medical-surgical, ICU, or emergency, often filling in for staff shortages or high patient volumes. This role requires adaptability, broad clinical knowledge, and the ability to quickly adjust to different environments and patient populations. Float Pool RNs help ensure that all areas of the hospital are properly staffed and that patient care remains consistent.

How to make $150,000 as a nurse?

Float pool RNs can earn $150,000 or more annually by working overtime, taking on high-demand shifts, and gaining specialized certifications such as critical care or emergency nursing. Increasing experience and working in high-paying regions or facilities also contribute to higher earnings.

Do float pool nurses make more money?

Float pool nurses typically earn higher pay rates compared to staff nurses due to the flexibility, additional skills, and adaptability required for working in various units. Their increased compensation often reflects the demand for their versatile clinical expertise and the need to cover staffing shortages across departments.
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Infographic showing various Float Pool Rn job openings in Utah as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 66% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 13% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution.

$75/hr

Full-time, Part-time, Per diem

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Job Summary and Responsibilities

Qualified external applicants with at least six months of direct RN experience are eligible for a $10,000 sign-on bonus!*

To be eligible for the sign-on bonus, you must be hired into a Full-time or Part-time Nights position, ONLY within the specialties of ICU, Med Surg, and/or ICU; PRN positions are not eligible. Some exclusions apply. Apply to chat with a recruiter about the details!

You have a purpose, unique talents and now is the time to embrace it, live it and put it to work. We value incredible people with incredible skills – but your commitment to a greater cause is something we value even more. This is the heartbeat of our organization and your time will be spent in a supportive, team environment with resources to help you flourish and leaders who care about your success.

The position accepts applications on an ongoing basis and does not have a posting date.

The position assumes responsibility and accountability for facilitating, communicating, and collaborating with both the healthcare team, and the patient/family to identify and meet the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of the patient. Promotes optimal health, well-being and safety of the patient through use of the nursing process and in accordance with patient care standards, guidelines and the State Nurse Practice Act. Demonstrates personal accountability for relationship-based care, organizational mission, and core values.

What is Enterprise Pool?

We have reimagined our contingent staffing plan with a new Enterprise Resource Pool that offers many options for flexibility, variety, and career growth, while supporting our collective mission to deliver outstanding whole-person care to our flourishing communities. The Common Spirit Mountain Region Enterprise Resource Pool consists of both clinical and allied roles that flex or float throughout the Common Spirit Mountain Region system. Associates within the Enterprise Pool will have the opportunity to float to multiple units within one facility, a geographic group of facilities, or to all of our facilities. This pool will provide additional resources to support and supplement the workload and staffing needs across the system.

Enterprise Pool 1:

  • Base rate + $3.00/Hr. Pool Differential + Eligible for evening, night, and weekend differentials
  • 1 facility – preferred location/closest to home
  • At least 2 applicable units - Must work in at least 2 applicable units with recent RN experience within unit type/specialty area
  • 24 months of hospital RN experience in unit type/specialty area in which candidate will float

Enterprise Pool 2:

  • Base rate + $6.75/Hr. Pool Differential + Eligible for evening, night, and weekend differentials
  • Assigned to one of four zones. Zone is determined based on your home location. Must be able to travel to the 4 hospitals assigned within that zone.
  • 24 months of hospital RN experience in unit type/specialty area in which candidate will float

Enterprise Pool 3:

  • Flat rate $75.00/hr + Eligible for evening, night, and weekend differentials
  • Must be available to travel to all facilities (Colorado, Western Kansas, and Utah)
  • For Enterprise Pool Tier 3/Systemwide hires, dependent on location individual assignments may qualify for a $2,500 payout each. Subject to change.
  • 24 months of hospital RN experience in unit type/specialty area in which candidate will float

Unit Type/Specialty Areas:

  • Critical Care
  • Surgical Services
  • Medical Surgical
  • Procedural
  • Women’s Services
  • ED
  • Behavioral Health 

Benefits:

  • PRN: +15% PRN Differential - Not eligible for benefits
  • Full Time/Part Time: Benefits eligible based on FTE eligibility
Job Requirements

In addition to bringing humankindness to the workplace each day, qualified candidates will need the following:

  • RN License required; Current state nursing licenses or RN license from a participating state in the National Licensure Compact
  • Nursing Diploma or Associates Degree in Nursing required; Bachelors Degree in Nursing preferred
  • BLS from the American Heart Association required
  • Nursing skills and knowledge base specific to unit type or specialty area

Physical Requirements - Medium Work - (Exert up to 50lbs force occasionally, and/or up to 20lbs frequently, and/or up to 10lbs constantly)

Where You'll Work

We have reimagined our contingent staffing plan with a new Enterprise Resource Pool that offers many options for flexibility, variety, and career growth, while supporting our collective mission to deliver outstanding whole-person care to our flourishing communities. The Common Spirit Mountain Region Enterprise Resource Pool consists of both clinical and allied roles that flex or float throughout the Common Spirit Mountain Region system. Associates within the Enterprise Pool will have the opportunity to float to multiple units within one facility, a geographic group of facilities, or to all of our facilities. This pool will provide additional resources to support and supplement the workload and staffing needs across the system.


Pay Range
$32.01 - $48.43 /hour