United Health Services is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) Float for a nursing job in Binghamton, New York.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Float
- Discipline: RN
- Duration: Ongoing
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours
- Employment Type: Staff
Work Environment
The Float Nurse will work in multiple care areas/ units across the UHS Hospitals care areas.
Work is performed in an office environment and patient care areas which require working in proximity to other employees and patients. Rooms are air conditioned and heated.
Frequent walking, standing, bending and lifting.
Fast paced environment with frequent interruptions.
Exposure to equipment cleaning solutions and disinfectants.
PPE (Eyewear, Masks, Face shields, Shoe covers, and Gloves) as required by UHS Hospitals Infection Control policies.
Age of Patients Served
HIPAA Roles-Based Access to Patient Information
Level 3: Clinical - Access to non-restricted patient information.
Sign-On Incentives:
Up to $25,000 sign-on bonus for candidates who meet eligibility requirements.
Schedule:
Night
7:00PM - 7:00AM
36 hours per week
Every third weekend
Responsibilities:
Assesses, plans, delegates, coordinates, implements and evaluates nursing care in managing a group of patients, serving as a primary nurse and/or accountable nurse, when designated by unit assignment and consideration of factors related to safety, effectiveness, competency, cost and impact.
Educates patient and family in health promotion and disease management using available resources.
Utilizes a working knowledge of pharmacology and safely administers medications according to UHS Hospitals policy.
Shares in responsibility for productivity and effective resources utilization including staffing, time management, supplies and services.
Complies with all nursing practice standards, regulatory requirements, and UHS policies.
Actively participates in and supports the Nursing Shared Governance Model by supporting the Unit Council, participating in improvement initiatives, and contributing to peer review practices.
Actively engages in professional development, continuing nursing education, and completing all mandatory education requirements.
Integrates nursing research and current evidence into practice.
Provides a supportive learning environment for new employees and students.
Performs duties related to the Charge Nurse or Shift Coordinator role when assigned.
Other duties as assigned.
Education/Experience
Minimum Required:
Preferred:
License/Certification
Minimum Required:
Current New York State Registered Nurse
CPR within 3 months of hire
ACLS within 3 months of hire
Preferred:
United Health Services (UHS) is seeking a Night Shift Registered Nurse to join our Float Pool, supporting Medical Surgical and Telemetry units. This role offers experienced nurses the opportunity to provide high-quality patient care across a variety of inpatient units, adapting to different clinical settings while expanding skills and expertise. Ideal candidates are flexible, confident communicators with strong Med-Surg and Telemetry experience who thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.
At UHS, Where Every Connection Matters, you’ll be supported by a culture rooted in compassion, teamwork, trust, respect, and innovation. We are committed to enhancing the employee experience so our teams can deliver exceptional patient care. The Float Pool role offers variety, professional growth, premium scheduling, and the chance to make a meaningful impact across our organization.
United Health Services Job ID #R0000013607. Posted job title: Registered Nurse - Float Pool
About United Health Services
United Health Services (UHS) is more than a healthcare system. We are a compassionate, people-focused organization dedicated to improving the health of the communities that we serve.
As a locally owned, not-for-profit network, our team of more than 7,000 caregivers and professionals is united by the shared purpose to deliver safe, patient-centered care.
At UHS, every role matters. However you contribute, you will be part of a supportive, connected culture that values your voice and encourages growth. We are committed to helping you thrive through meaningful benefits, development opportunities, and a strong sense of belonging. Here, you are not just building a career—you are making a difference every day in the lives of others.
Benefits
- Holiday Pay
- Continuing Education
- 403b retirement plan
- Pet insurance
- Sick pay
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Mileage reimbursement
- Employee assistance programs
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Benefits start day 1
- License and certification reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Sign-On bonus
