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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a patient care tech float pool, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Patient Care Tech Float Pool, you need a solid understanding of basic patient care, vital sign monitoring, and typically a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Patient Care Technician (PCT) certification. Familiarity with hospital electronic health record (EHR) systems, medical equipment, and safety protocols is crucial. Strong adaptability, teamwork, and effective communication skills help you excel as you support different units and patient populations. These skills and qualities are vital for delivering consistent, high-quality care across varying clinical settings and maintaining patient safety.

What is a patient care tech float pool?

Patient Care Tech Float Pool positions are roles in which patient care technicians (PCTs) are assigned to work across various departments or units within a hospital or healthcare facility, rather than being dedicated to one specific area. This allows them to fill staffing needs wherever they are most needed, providing direct patient care such as vital signs monitoring, assisting with daily living activities, and supporting nursing staff. Float pool PCTs must be adaptable and have strong clinical and communication skills, as they frequently work with different teams and patient populations. These positions often offer flexible scheduling and the opportunity to gain experience in multiple specialties.

What is the difference between Patient Care Tech Float Pool vs Patient Care Tech?

AspectPatient Care Tech Float PoolPatient Care Tech
CertificationsCPR, Basic Life Support (BLS), CNA or equivalentCPR, Basic Life Support (BLS), CNA or equivalent
Work EnvironmentMultiple units and departments, flexible schedulingSpecific unit or department, consistent schedule
Employer UsageHospitals, healthcare facilities with float poolsHospitals, clinics, long-term care facilities

The main difference is that the Patient Care Tech Float Pool works across various hospital units, providing flexibility and diverse experience, while the Patient Care Tech typically works in a specific department. Both roles require similar certifications and skills, but the float pool position offers broader exposure and adaptability within healthcare settings.

How does working as a patient care tech in the float pool differ from working on a single unit?

As a Patient Care Tech in the Float Pool, you'll have the opportunity to work across multiple units within the hospital, such as medical-surgical, ICU, or emergency departments. This variety provides a broader range of experiences and skill development compared to working on a single unit, but it can also present challenges like adapting quickly to different teams, patient populations, and workflows. Float Pool techs need strong communication skills and flexibility, as you'll frequently collaborate with new colleagues and adjust to varying routines. This dynamic environment can also open up more advancement opportunities, as you'll build a diverse skill set and network across departments.
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Infographic showing various Patient Care Tech Float Pool job openings in Oregon as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 22% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution.

RN, Oncology Float Pool

Oncology Float Pool

Portland, OR • On-site

Other

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

OHSU Oncology Float Pool Nurse

OHSU Oncology Float Pool nurses provide high-quality, innovative and compassionate family-centered nursing care. Oncology Float Pool nurses support acute care units for selected planned and unplanned absences and for other staffing deficits. Oncology Float Pool nurses also staff overflow areas as patient care needs arise.

This position also comes with great benefits! Some highlights include:

  • Comprehensive health care plans. Covered at 100% of the cost for full-time employees and 88% for dependents.
  • $50K 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
  • Holidays - up to 64 holiday hours per calendar year (employees accrue.0308 holiday hours for each hour paid – included in vacation accruals)
  • Sick Leave - 96 hours per year, prorated for part-time
  • Substantial public transportation discounts (Tri-met and C-Tran)
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Innovative Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including extensive wellness resources
Function/Duties of Position

Department-Specific Working Conditions:

  • Float to a variety of assigned units; sufficient time management, flexibility, and prioritization skills to float up to every 4 hours if necessary
  • Variable work schedule, including weekends and holidays.
  • Equipment: Must be able to use medical and non-medical unit equipment required to perform essential functions of this position.
  • Required to keep up to date with departmental communications by e-mail and mailbox since there is no physical location for the "home" unit
  • Self-reflective, self-directed learner who achieves progressive growth
  • Identify gaps in knowledge and initiate seeking resources to identify and manage risks, practicing safely with a wide variety of patient populations
  • Able to advance plan of care when there is a lack of continuity of patient assignments
  • Excellent time management
  • Speaking up about questionable assignments, identifying alternatives
  • Inquiring about performance improvement changes
  • Actively participating in huddles
  • Helping secure break coverage for self and others
  • Seeking resources to support completion of work when going to float to another unit within shift
Required Qualifications
  • 3 years recent oncology experience in a high-acuity acute care setting or outpatient setting
  • BSN Graduates: 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) 30 days before start date.
  • ADN Graduates: Associate Degree in Nursing from an accredited program 30 days before the start date.
  • Associate degree Nurses required to enroll in BSN program within 3 years of hire and complete within 5 years of hire
  • Current, unencumbered Oregon State Registered Nurse License
  • BLS from AHA required. New hires will be enrolled and required to complete during orientation.
  • The RN must meet one oncology provider qualification:
    • ONS Chemotherapy/ Biotherapy provider card upon hire.
    • Oregon Health and Science University NCI Collaborative Systemic Cancer Therapies for the Oncology Nurse course.
    • Oregon Health and Science University NCI Collaborative 2-year renewal course.
  • The RN must hold one Professional certification or meet Commission on Cancer education requirements:
    • Current cancer-specific certification in the nurse's specialty (OCN or TCTCN) by an accredited certification program.
    • Completion of 18 cancer-related continuing education nursing contact hours each accreditation cycle, per Commission on Cancer requirements.
  • Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodation
Preferred Qualifications
  • 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.

6 positions 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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