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RN Float Pool

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

Job Title: RN Float Pool City: Cincinnati State: OH Job Type: Travel Discipline: RN Speciality: RN Float Pool Facility Setting: Short Term Acute Care (STAC) Accepting Locals per Radius Rule? Yes ...

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RN Float Pool

Kealakekua, HI · On-site

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RN Float Pool

Rockford, IL · On-site

Job Title: RN Float Pool City: Rockford State: IL Job Type: Travel Discipline: RN Speciality: RN Float Pool Facility Setting: Short Term Acute Care (STAC) Accepting Locals per Radius Rule? Yes ...

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RN Canadian Valley Float Pool

Yukon, OK · On-site

$50/hr

Join our team as a night shift, full time, iFlex RN Float Pool, at INTEGRIS Health Canadian Valley, in Yukon, OK. The base rate for this position is $50/hr. Get to Know Your Team * INTEGRIS Health ...

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RN - Float Pool

Rowlett, TX · On-site

RN Float Pool Join Baylor Scott and White Medical Center - Lake Pointe as a Registered Nurse and be part of something better! Full Time Night shift. Float Pool Our Float Pool unit is a fast-paced ...

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As of Aug 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for registered nurse float pool in the United States is $41.45, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $30.77 and $48.80 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a registered nurse float pool?

A Registered Nurse Float Pool is a nurse who is not assigned to a specific unit but instead works across multiple departments within a hospital or healthcare facility. Float pool nurses fill in for staff shortages, cover for absences, and help manage fluctuations in patient census. This role requires flexibility, adaptability, and a broad skill set since float pool nurses must be able to care for patients in various specialties, such as medical-surgical, emergency, or critical care. They play a crucial role in ensuring consistent, high-quality patient care across the organization.

What are the main challenges of working as a registered nurse float pool, and how can I prepare for them?

As a Registered Nurse in a float pool, you'll often be assigned to different units based on staffing needs, which means adapting quickly to new teams, patient populations, and workflows. The main challenges include staying up-to-date with varying unit protocols, building rapport with different coworkers, and managing the uncertainty of daily assignments. To prepare, focus on strengthening your adaptability, communication, and time management skills, and consider familiarizing yourself with the policies and cultures of multiple departments within your facility.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a registered nurse float pool, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Registered Nurse Float Pool, you need a solid background in clinical nursing, a current RN license, and the ability to quickly adapt to various medical specialties and units. Familiarity with multiple electronic health record (EHR) systems, common hospital protocols, and unit-specific equipment is crucial. Strong communication, flexibility, and resilience help you effectively integrate into diverse teams and manage changing patient needs. These skills and qualities are vital for delivering consistent, high-quality care across different departments and ensuring seamless patient outcomes.

What is the difference between Registered Nurse Float Pool vs Registered Nurse Per Diem?

AspectRegistered Nurse Float PoolRegistered Nurse Per Diem
CredentialsRN license, possibly additional certificationsRN license, possibly additional certifications
Work EnvironmentMultiple hospital units, flexible schedulingVaries, as needed, often short-term shifts
Employer UsageHospital staffing pools for coverageHospitals or clinics for temporary coverage
Search IntentFlexible, diverse work settings, staffing rolesTemporary, on-call, or short-term work

Registered Nurse Float Pool nurses work across various hospital units, providing flexible staffing support, often with scheduled rotations. Per Diem nurses work on an as-needed basis, filling short-term staffing gaps. Both roles require RN licensure and similar certifications, but differ mainly in scheduling and work environment. Float Pool positions offer more stability and variety, while Per Diem roles provide flexibility for nurses seeking temporary work.

How do you become a registered nurse float pool?

To become a registered nurse in a float pool, you typically need to hold an active RN license, have some clinical experience, and demonstrate flexibility across different units. Employers often require certifications such as BLS and ACLS and may prefer candidates with strong communication skills and adaptability to varying patient care environments.
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Infographic showing various Registered Nurse Float Pool job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 56% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 27% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $86,215 per year, or $41.4 per hour.

Registered Nurse, FLOAT Pool, Putnam, CT

Putnam, CT • On-site

Day Kimball Healthcare
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Join Day Kimball Health as a Registered Nurse - FLOAT Pool | Putnam, CT
Registered Nurse Float Pool Job Summary:
The Registered Nurse (RN) - Float Pool provides professional nursing care to patients across multiple inpatient clinical areas based on organizational staffing needs. Float Pool RNs are highly skilled clinicians who possess strong critical thinking skills, clinical adaptability, and the ability to provide safe, evidence-based care in a variety of patient care settings.
Float Pool nurses are assigned to departments based on demonstrated competency, patient acuity, and operational needs. Assignments are made within the RN's validated competencies and in accordance with Day Kimball Health policies, staffing guidelines, and regulatory standards.
Float Pool RNs serve as a flexible clinical resource, supporting patient care while maintaining continuity, quality outcomes, and exceptional customer service.
Registered Nurse Float Pool Key Responsibilities:
  • Provides direct patient care utilizing the nursing process, including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
  • Accepts assignments in designated clinical areas based on demonstrated competency and current staffing needs.
  • Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, nursing leadership, and interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care.
  • Documents patient care accurately and timely within the electronic medical record.
  • Maintains patient safety and adheres to infection prevention, regulatory, and organizational standards.
  • Demonstrates flexibility by transitioning between assigned units while maintaining high-quality patient care.
  • Participates in quality improvement initiatives and department-based education.
  • Serves as a clinical resource while promoting teamwork and collaboration across departments.
  • Performs all other duties as assigned.

Registered Nurse Float Pool Experience and Education Qualifications:
Education
  • Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required.
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.

Licensure
  • Current Connecticut Registered Nurse license or holds a multi-state Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC).
  • Current BLS certification required for the Float Pool role.
  • Current ACLS certification required for the Float Pool role.
  • Additional specialty certifications are required when applicable to the assigned unit or clinical area.

Experience
  • Minimum of two-three (2-3) years of recent acute care nursing experience required.
  • Experience in Medical-Surgical nursing required.
  • Progressive Care, Telemetry, ICU, Emergency Department, and/or Maternal Child Health preferred based on assigned float areas.

Approved Float Assignments:
Float Pool RNs may be assigned to the following units following successful completion of orientation and competency validation.
  • Medical-Surgical
  • Telemetry
  • Maternal Child Health
  • Emergency Department

Registered Nurse Float Pool Cross-Training & Competency Requirements
Float Pool RNs must successfully complete orientation and competency validation for each clinical area in which they are assigned. RNs may only accept assignments within their current validated competencies and required certifications.
Requirements include:
  • Completion of department-specific orientation.
  • Successful completion of all competency checklists.
  • Satisfactory preceptor evaluations.
  • Annual competency validation for each assigned specialty.
  • Minimum of two (2) worked shifts per month in each assigned clinical area to maintain competency and eligibility to float to that area. (Experience may be outside DKH)
  • Maintenance of all required certifications.

Required certifications:
  • BLS - required.
  • ACLS - required.
  • PALS - recommended/preferred; not required unless specifically assigned and competency validated for a role requiring PALS.
  • NRP - required when assigned to Maternal Child Health responsibilities requiring NRP.
  • NIH Stroke Scale - required when required by the assigned clinical area.
  • Other certifications - required as applicable to the assigned clinical area.

Additional unit assignments may be approved following successful completion of orientation and competency validation.
Registered Nurse Float Pool Benefits & Perks:
  • Competitive FLOAT differential
  • Shift Differentials for eligible evening, night, and weekend shifts (where applicable)
  • Accrued Sick Time
  • Pay-for-Performance Opportunities
  • Career Growth, Leadership Development, and Mentorship
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with eligible employer contributions
  • Pet Insurance
  • Employee Wellness Programs, Recognition Events, Food Truck Fridays, and Weekly Pay

Why Choose Day Kimball Health? The Care You Need. Close to Home.
For over 130 years, Day Kimball Health has been a trusted, nonprofit healthcare provider serving Northeastern Connecticut. What began as a small infirmary has grown into the region's leading integrated healthcare system - recognized for delivering compassionate, high-quality care close to home. Today, our team of over 1,100 dedicated employees - including more than 300 skilled physicians, surgeons, and specialists - proudly deliver a full continuum of care, from primary and specialty services to homecare and hospice, meeting the evolving needs of our patients at every stage of life.
What sets us apart is our commitment not only to the communities we serve, but also to the people who power our mission. At Day Kimball Health, we cultivate a supportive, inclusive workplace culture where healthcare professionals are empowered to grow, thrive, and make a meaningful difference every day. Every voice is valued. Every contribution matters. Whether you're starting your journey in healthcare or seeking your next opportunity, a career at Day Kimball Health offers more than a job - it's a chance to build lasting relationships, give back to your community, and create impact beyond your shift. Come grow with a team that calls this community home.
Join us in our mission to elevate community-driven healthcare and be part of an organization that values both personal and professional development.
Make a real impact on your career, your team, and your community. Apply today.
Day Kimball Health is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by local, state, or federal laws. Day Kimball Health is a smoke free environment.

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