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Cascadia Health

Registered Nurse, Float

Portland, OR · On-site

## Registered Nurse, FloatApplylocations: 012 1818 Buildingtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR102199Registered Nurse, Float**Job Overview*****Location/Schedule:***The ...

Cascadia Health

Registered Nurse, Float

Portland, OR · On-site

Registered Nurse, Float Job Overview Location/Schedule: The position will float between several of Cascadia's PSRB Residential Treatment Facilities and The Hope Center, all located in Portland, OR.

Burlington Stores

Registered Nurse, Float

Portland, OR · On-site

Registered Nurse, Float Job Overview Location/Schedule: The position will float between several of Cascadia's PSRB Residential Treatment Facilities and The Hope Center, all located in Portland, OR.

Providence Arthritis Ctr

RN - Oncology

Portland, OR · On-site

BLOCK 1Y/1ST TIMERS - MS ONC RN Position may float between units. On-call is not required. Weekends are required every other week. Block schedules are required. Expected patient-to-nurse ratios are 1 ...

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How much do float rn jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for float rn in Portland, OR is $43.96, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $32.64 and $51.73 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a float RN?

Float RNs, or float registered nurses, are nurses who are not assigned to a specific unit or department within a healthcare facility. Instead, they move between different units as needed, filling staffing gaps and providing care wherever there is the greatest need. Float RNs must be flexible, adaptable, and skilled in multiple areas of nursing, as they may work in various specialties such as medical-surgical, ICU, or emergency departments. This role is crucial for maintaining optimal patient care during staff shortages or unexpected increases in patient volume.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a float RN?

To thrive as a Float RN, you need a broad clinical knowledge base, adaptability to various specialties, and an active RN license, often with experience in multiple care settings. Familiarity with different electronic health record (EHR) systems and hospital protocols is crucial due to frequent transitions between units. Strong communication, quick learning, and resilience make a Float RN stand out when adjusting to new teams and patient populations. These skills ensure safe, effective care and seamless workflow integration across diverse clinical environments.

How does the work schedule and assignment process typically function for a float RN within a hospital setting?

Float RNs usually work flexible schedules and are assigned to different units based on staffing needs, which can change daily or even during a shift. This means you may need to quickly adapt to various departments, patient populations, and team dynamics. While this variety can be challenging, it also provides the opportunity to gain diverse clinical experience and develop a broad skill set. Most hospitals provide orientation or training for float nurses to ensure they are comfortable working in multiple areas, and you’ll collaborate closely with unit staff to deliver quality patient care.

What is the difference between Float Rn vs Registered Nurse?

AspectFloat RnRegistered Nurse
CredentialsRN license, additional certifications for multiple specialtiesRN license, may have specialty certifications
Work EnvironmentMultiple units or facilities, adaptable to staffing needsSpecific unit or department, consistent environment
Employer UsageHospitals, clinics, staffing agenciesHospitals, healthcare facilities, clinics
Search/Comparison IntentFlexibility, staffing, travel nursingSpecialty, department, location

Float Rns are registered nurses who work across various departments or facilities, providing staffing flexibility. In contrast, Registered Nurses typically work within a specific unit or specialty. Both roles require an RN license and similar certifications, but Float Rns are valued for their adaptability and broad skill set, making them essential for staffing coverage in diverse healthcare settings.

Float Rn jobs near you
Infographic showing various Float Rn job openings in Portland, OR as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 54% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 28% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $91,431 per year, or $44 per hour.

RN, Critical Care Float Pool

Portland, OR • On-site

Oregon Health & Science University Doernbecher Childrens Hospital
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$55.24 - $92.02/hr

Other

Medical, Life, Retirement

Posted 5 days ago

Job description

Department Overview
The OHSU Clinical registered nurse (RN) provides compassionate, evidence-based, and efficient care to individuals, families, communities and patient populations. The Clinical RN's care delivery is consistent with the Oregon Nurse Practice Act, the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice, and the ANA Code of Ethics. The Clinical RN demonstrates the professional role obligations of scientist, leader, and knowledge transferor [Onsomble Model of the Professional Role™]. Professional accountability enriches the Clinical RN's engagement as a leader in promoting an inter-professional culture of collaborative decision-making, innovation, life-long learning, and teamwork. The Clinical RN exemplifies the principles of a Culture of Safety by committing to a Just Culture, a Reporting Culture, a Learning Culture, and an Engaged Informed Culture.
OHSU Specialty Critical Care Float Pool nurses provide high-quality, innovative and compassionate family-centered nursing care. Critical Care Float Pool nurses support adult critical care units and individually selected additional units [such as Emergency Department (ED), Emergency Observation Unit (ED Obs) and Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) Critical Care Float Pool nurses support these units for selected planned and unplanned absences and for other staffing deficits. Critical Care Float Pool nurses may staff overflow area as patient care needs arise.
Function/Duties of Position
$55.24 - $92.02 per hour, based on RN Degree and level of experience
With your ICU clinical expertise, you'll be able to seamlessly integrate into all 4 Adult ICU areas, maintain your device competencies (ECMO, CRRT, IABP, etc), utilize your precepting skills and be a part of our Virtual ICU team! Apply now and find out what sets us apart (and keeps us together). Your critical care skills remain in adult critical care - there is a separate float pool for acute med/surg areas.
This position also comes with great benefits! Some highlights include:
  • Comprehensive health care plans. Covered 100% for full-time employees and 88% for dependents
  • $25K of term life insurance provided at no cost to the employee
  • Two separate above market pension plans to choose from
  • Vacation: 192 to 288 hours per year depending on length of service, prorated for part-time.
  • Sick Leave: 96 hours per year for full time
  • Holidays: up to 64 holiday hours per calendar year (employees accrue .0308 holiday hours for each hour paid.
  • Substantial public transportation discounts (Tri-met and C-Tran)
  • Tuition Reimbursement program
  • Innovative Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including extensive wellness resources
Required Qualifications
  • 18 months recent adult critical care RN experience in a high-acuity critical care setting
  • Associate or Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing from a program accredited by Commission of Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) or Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (CNEA)
  • BSN preferred
  • Associate Degree Nurses required to enroll in BSN program within 3 years of hire and complete within 5 years of hire.
  • Current, unencumbered Oregon RN License
  • BLS and ACLS from AHA required. New hires will be enrolled and required to complete during orientation.
  • Float to a variety of assigned units; sufficient time management, flexibility, and prioritization skills to float up to every 4 hours if necessary
  • Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodation
Preferred Qualifications
  • 3 years critical care RN experience in a high-acuity critical care setting
  • CCRN certification or other applicable critical care specialty certification
  • Experience in a float pool
Additional Details
  • Length of Orientation - Experienced Nurse
    • External candidates: OHSU & Nursing New Employee Orientation (NEO) for about a week.
    • Either Transition to Practice (TTP) Program Specialty Fellowship/Fellowship Learning Pathway or Orientation experience for 3 days-26 weeks depending on the care area. An employment service agreement may apply.

1 position available
Why apply to OHSU?
We are Oregon's only public academic health center.
In addition to caring for patients, we lead groundbreaking research. We also train the next generation of health care professionals. As Portland's largest employer, we give you opportunities to learn and advance in a system of hospitals and clinics across Oregon and Southwest Washington.
All are welcome.
OHSU welcomes people of all ages, ethnicities, genders, national origins, religions and sexual orientations. We are striving to build an anti-racist, multicultural institution and encourage people with diverse backgrounds to apply.
To request reasonable accommodation, contact askhr@ohsu.edu

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