A Medical Surgery Registered Nurse cares for adult patients in a clinical setting within a surgery. Works on the surgical floor of a hospital, with supervision from a Surgeon as part of a surgery nursing team. Coordinates care for patients with a range of different medical issues.
Float Pool RN IV Med Surg Tele Palomar Health - 3.5 Poway, CA Job Details Full-time $64.15 - $88.82 an hour 1 day ago Qualifications Computer operation RN License Computer literacy BLS Certification English Windows Desktop applications
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Nursing Administration Union:
CNA Shift:
12-hour Shift - Night (United States of America)
Hours Per Pay Period:
72
Job Description:
Pay range: $64.15 - $88.82
Posting Date:
8/25/2026
Internal Closing Date:
8/31/26 Internal candidates must apply by midnight on the Closing Date in order to have bidding rights. The Float Pool RN MedSurg Tele is an experienced clinical nurse hired into the float pool to work within defined clusters where acutely ill or injured patients are hospitalized across the Health System. This position may float to Medical Acute, Surgical Acute, Telemetry, Acute Rehab and Post Partum based upon skills, experience, and competencies. Primarily responsible for the delivery of coordinated nursing care for a patient or an assigned group of patients within an assigned unit and for the day-to-day management and supervision of the related clinical activities. Accountable for coordinating the plan of care with the patient, family and the interdisciplinary team. Responsible for supervising and directing the activities of various levels of assigned nursing and ancillary personnel, utilizing both professional and supervisory discretion, independent decision making, and critical judgment. Understands and adheres to the California Nurse Practice Act, The American Nurses Association (ANA) Code of Ethics for Nurses, the ANA Bill of Rights for Registered Nurses and the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice for Nursing. The Registered Nurse shall be responsible for the observation and direction of patient lifts and mobilization and shall participate as needed in patient handling. Speak and read English at a level that is sufficient to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. Knowledge of standard office equipment (i.e., calculator, fax, photocopier) and personal computer and computer software skills (i.e., MS Windows, Excel, Access, Word, Powerpoint, internet, e-mail). Windows computer skills including proficient use of keyboarding, use of mouse or keys for functions such as selecting items, use of drop down menus, scroll bars, opening folders, copying and similar operations required upon employment or within the 1st two weeks of employment to perform the essential functions of the job. Performs other duties as assigned. Follows Palomar Health rules, policies, procedures, applicable laws and standards. Carries out the mission, vision, and quality commitment of Palomar Health.
Job Requirements Minimum Education:
As required by certification and/or licensure
Preferred Education:
Bachelor's Degree in
Nursing Minimum Experience:
3 years of experience as a
Registered Nurse Preferred Experience:
3+ years experience as a
Registered Nurse Required Certification:
American Heart Association recognized BLS -
Healthcare Provider Preferred Certification:
Certification in specialty area of practice or role
Required License:
Current CA RN License Preferred License:
Not Applicable We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate against applicants or employees based on race, color, gender, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.
