What are the responsibilities and job description for the Graduate Nurse Residency - Mercy South Float Pool position at Mercy?
Mercy South Float Pool Graduate Nurse Residency
What to Expect:
- 6 month rotation in Med/Surg
- 6 month rotation in Stepdown
- Once completed, opportunity to move into ICU/Specialty
Flexible Scheduling Options:
- 12-hour shifts: 7 AM – 7 PM or 7 PM – 7 AM
- 8-hour evening shifts: 3 PM – 11 PM
Competitive Pay with Tiered Differentials:
- Tier 3 (Med/Surg): $5.00/hr
- Tier 2 (Stepdown): $7.50/hr
- Tier 1 (ICU): $10.00/hr
Additional Shift Differentials:
- Evening: $2.75/hr
- Night: $4.60/hr
- Weekend: $1.50/hr
Sign-On Bonus:
Up to $10,000 for eligible RNs!
Why Float Pool?
If you love variety and want to expand your clinical expertise, the Float Pool offers:
- Exposure to diverse units and patient populations
- Opportunities to sharpen assessment, communication, and teamwork skills
- A fast-paced, rewarding environment for flexible and compassionate nurses
Units You May Float To Include: Orthopedics, Med/Surg, Telemetry, Stepdown, ICU, Emergency Department, Behavioral Health, Oncology, Neurology, and more!
Qualifications:
- Experience: 1–2 years of bedside RN experience
- Education: Nursing degree from an accredited school (BSN preferred)
- License: Current RN license in the state
- Certifications: BLS through the American Heart Association
- Physical requirements/demands:
- Push, pull, and/or lift 50 pounds on a regular basis
- Prolonged standing and walking each shift
- Ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties
Benefits That Start Day One:
- Health, dental, and vision coverage
- Paid time off (PTO) accural
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employer-matched retirement plans
- RN to BSN Bridging Program (up to $16,000)
Ready to float into a career full of growth, flexibility, and purpose?
Apply today and become part of the Mercy mission!
Salary : $3 - $10