S2E12: The Pros and Cons of Being A Float Pool Nurse

We reached 2000 downloads! 

 

We want to grab this chance to thank you all for tuning into the podcast. The way that you all have shown up for us has been absolutely amazing! So we are absolutely grateful to you all. 

 

And to continue serving you with resources, tips and advice to help you succeed in your nursing career and beyond, today, we are going to talk about the pros and cons of being a float pool nurse from the perspective of yours truly, your hosts, Kevin and Starshema. 

 

So if you are a nurse who’s looking to be a float pool nurse or you already are or only want to know about it, then this episode is for you. 

 

Key points in what we discussed: 

• 10:40 What is a float pool nurse
• 16:05 The challenges of being a float nurse
• 18:50 The difference between a unit and a house policy.
• 23:54 Ideal type of nurse for float nurses
• 28:16 Nurses need to learn critical thinking skills
• 37:40 What are some of the benefits of being in the role of a float nurse
• 48:00 The impact of float nurses on patient care
• 53:33 Preceptors classes should change how they precept nurses
• 58:06 Why do you need a drug book in nursing school
• 1:00:39 Why is nursing the last one to change to evidence-based medicine
• 1:07:00 Impacting the bedside from beyond the bedside

 

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Stay in touch with the hosts 

Connect with Kevin: 

Looking for chart reviews, expert consultation, and legal briefings? Email Kevin at info@morethancpr.com now! 

Website: https://morethancpr.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-stansbury-40b66427/

 

Connect with Starshema:

Are you ready to package up your skills and knowledge and build your personal brand as a nurse? Visit www.iamstarshema.com/buildmybrand to start your journey today!

IG: @nursecoachstarshemaRN

FB: Starshema RN