Staff Ready - Non Clinical Float Pool - Appalachian Regional Healthcare System

Position Summary:
The Staff Ready Float supports various non-clinical units across the healthcare system, rotating in Patient Observation, Admissions, Transport, and other areas as needed. This role requires ethical decision-making, compassion, and respect for all patients and families, along with effective communication skills to foster positive interactions with patients, families, and healthcare team members. The Staff Ready Float upholds ARHS policies, regulatory standards, and demonstrates professionalism, accountability, and teamwork, contributing to a positive patient experience and safe care environment.

Why Join Us?

• Dynamic Role: Work in various non-clinical areas, making each day unique and engaging.
• Community Impact: Support patient safety, comfort, and care across departments.
• Collaborative Team: Join a healthcare team dedicated to compassion, professionalism, and high-quality service.

Compensation:
Starting compensation begins at $16.00 per hour, based on education, experience, and certification.

Position Qualifications:

• Minimum Education: High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience: Experience in a hospital setting is preferred.
• Certifications:
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association is required at the time of hire.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent communication skills to interact courteously with patients, families, and the healthcare team.
• Ability to deliver safe and effective patient care within the scope of certifications and hospital policies.
• Knowledge of patient care processes across the continuum of care.
• Strong customer service skills with a patient-centered focus.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to lift, push, pull, or transfer over 50 pounds.
• Manual dexterity and mobility for prolonged periods of sitting, standing, or walking.
• Frequent bending, squatting, twisting, and turning, with near acuity for close-up tasks.

Working Conditions:

• Regular exposure to bloodborne pathogens, electrical/mechanical equipment, and other hazards.
• Flexibility to work irregular hours, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays, with the ability to respond to emergencies.
• Continuous standing and walking for shifts up to or exceeding 8 hours, frequent patient mobilization, and occasional exposure to ionizing/non-ionizing radiation.

About UNC Health Appalachian

It's official - UNC Health Appalachian earned an "A" in the fall 2023 Leapfrog Patient Safety Grades! UNC Health Appalachian, the leader for healthcare in the High Country, comprises three hospitals, 13 medical practices, Seby B. Jones Regional Cancer Center, The Rehabilitation Center, and Appalachian Regional Healthcare Foundation. UNC Health Appalachian stays committed to promoting health in the High Country, enhancing quality of life, and simply “making life better.“

About UNC Health

UNC Health is a state entity and an affiliated enterprise of the University of North Carolina system, comprised of 14 hospitals, 18 hospital campuses and more than 500 clinics along with the clinical patient care programs of the UNC School of Medicine (SOM). It exists to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others we serve and to further the teaching mission of the University of North Carolina SOM. Over the past three years, UNC Health has provided more than $400 million in uncompensated or charity care to the citizens of North Carolina. Our hospitals have received numerous awards and recognition for quality care, patient safety and the overall patient experience. For more information, please visit unchealth.org.

UNC Health Appalachian embraces diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status. We value a workforce that reflects a variety of backgrounds and perspectives, as it enhances our ability to provide outstanding care. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences. UNC Health Appalachian is committed to providing a fair and inclusive hiring process and a workplace where all team members feel respected and empowered. If you require accommodations during the application process, please contact us.

Employment at UNC Health Appalachian is contingent upon successful completion of a background and drug screen.

For accommodations or additional information, contact recruitment@apprhs.org.

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