RN Float Pool Jobs in Virginia
RN Float Pool jobs in Virginia are in strong demand, concentrated in large acute care hospital systems, academic medical centers, and health networks that rely on flexible staffing to cover fluctuating census across multiple units. Most openings are in the Northern Virginia, Richmond, and Norfolk-Virginia Beach corridors, where major systems such as Inova Health System, VCU Health, and Sentara Healthcare maintain deep float pool programs. The most sought-after specialties within Virginia float pools include critical care, emergency nursing, and med-surg. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Bon Secours
About Us
As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Bon Secours exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Bon Secours seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.
Patient Care Technician (PCT) – St. Francis Medical Center
Job Summary:
A Patient Care Technician (PCT) provides basic health care and support to patients under the guidance of the Registered Nurse or designated healthcare professional. As part of our team, the Patient Care Tech (PCT) is responsible for sanitizing and cleaning patients’ rooms, monitoring patients’ health and vital signs as well as assisting patients with basic needs like feeding and grooming.
Essential Job Functions
Provides basic patient care to include, but not limited to, care and comfort, vital sign measurement, personal care and hygiene, and assists with mobility, including unit-based specialty duties.
Acts as liaison between patient and nurse to report changes and/or concerns.
Provides high-level customer service to all patients, patient's family, visitors, and employees.
Provides accurate, precise, timely documentation when applicable for patient care.
Participates in hand-off/report of pertinent information regarding patient and departmental needs upon arrival and when leaving.
Performs delegated tasks once competency has been validated.
Mobilizes patients using therapeutic transfer techniques which foster independence and safety.
Fosters independence by encouraging patients to complete tasks as independently as possible.
Individualizes care based on patient's interests and hobbies.
Education:
None
Licensure/Certification:
BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care)
Must have completed one of the following: (required)
Successful completion of nursing aide training program OR
Successful passing of STNA State Tested Nurse Aide (required if OH LTC), OR CNA Certified Nurse Aide, OR Nurses Aide state testing or completed a nursing program that had one clinical nursing course and one clinical rotation OR 1 year of relevant experience in a clinical setting
Experience:
Recent experience in acute care, physician's office, home health/hospice, or long-term care facility, with a preference for the setting in which they are applying (preferred, not required)
Skills & Abilities:
Possesses problem-solving skills with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Engage with staff and patients in a professional manner
Ability to be proactive in a rapidly changing environment
Training
EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) training (preferred)
Range:
Minimum: $16.76
Maximum: $24.65
As a Bon Secours associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.
What we offer
- Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
- Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
- Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
- Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support
Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.
All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Bon secours – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com
Bon Secours
About Us
As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Bon Secours exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Bon Secours seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.
Patient Care Technician (PCT) – St. Francis Medical Center
Job Summary:
A Patient Care Technician (PCT) provides basic health care and support to patients under the guidance of the Registered Nurse or designated healthcare professional. As part of our team, the Patient Care Tech (PCT) is responsible for sanitizing and cleaning patients’ rooms, monitoring patients’ health and vital signs as well as assisting patients with basic needs like feeding and grooming.
Essential Job Functions
Provides basic patient care to include, but not limited to, care and comfort, vital sign measurement, personal care and hygiene, and assists with mobility, including unit-based specialty duties.
Acts as liaison between patient and nurse to report changes and/or concerns.
Provides high-level customer service to all patients, patient's family, visitors, and employees.
Provides accurate, precise, timely documentation when applicable for patient care.
Participates in hand-off/report of pertinent information regarding patient and departmental needs upon arrival and when leaving.
Performs delegated tasks once competency has been validated.
Mobilizes patients using therapeutic transfer techniques which foster independence and safety.
Fosters independence by encouraging patients to complete tasks as independently as possible.
Individualizes care based on patient's interests and hobbies.
Education:
None
Licensure/Certification:
BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care)
Must have completed one of the following: (required)
Successful completion of nursing aide training program OR
Successful passing of STNA State Tested Nurse Aide (required if OH LTC), OR CNA Certified Nurse Aide, OR Nurses Aide state testing or completed a nursing program that had one clinical nursing course and one clinical rotation OR 1 year of relevant experience in a clinical setting
Experience:
Recent experience in acute care, physician's office, home health/hospice, or long-term care facility, with a preference for the setting in which they are applying (preferred, not required)
Skills & Abilities:
Possesses problem-solving skills with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Engage with staff and patients in a professional manner
Ability to be proactive in a rapidly changing environment
Training
EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) training (preferred)
Range:
Minimum: $16.76
Maximum: $24.65
As a Bon Secours associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.
What we offer
- Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
- Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
- Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
- Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support
Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.
All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Bon secours – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com
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Where Virginia roles are concentrated, by current openings.
RN Float Pool Job Market in Virginia
A snapshot from current Virginia openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Inova Health System12
- Bon Secours11
- Riverside Health9
- Sentara7
- Inova Health7
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services17
- Education1
- Investment & Asset Management1
What Virginia Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in RN float pool jobs across Virginia.
- Active registered nurse license issued or recognized by the Virginia Board of Nursing
- Associate or bachelor's degree in nursing from an accredited program
- Current BLS certification and ACLS certification for most acute care settings
- Minimum one to two years of acute care bedside nursing experience preferred
- Demonstrated ability to float across multiple units or service lines
- Strong proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner
RN Float Pool Jobs in Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a rn float pool in Virginia?
You must hold an active registered nurse license issued by the Virginia Board of Nursing, which requires completing an accredited associate or bachelor's degree in nursing program and passing the NCLEX-RN exam. Virginia also participates in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so nurses licensed in other compact states can work in Virginia without obtaining a separate license. Most Virginia health systems require at least one year of acute care experience before placing a nurse in a float pool role.
Which companies hire rn float pools in Virginia?
Employers hiring rn float pools in Virginia right now include Inova Health System, Bon Secours, and Riverside Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Virginia's large integrated health systems maintain some of the most active float pool programs in the mid-Atlantic region, regularly recruiting experienced acute care nurses to cover varied units across multiple hospital campuses.
Which Virginia cities have the most rn float pool jobs?
Fairfax, Richmond, and Alexandria have the most rn float pool openings in Virginia. The Northern Virginia corridor's concentration of large Inova and HCA facilities drives substantial volume there, Richmond's role as home to VCU Health and Bon Secours anchors the central market, and the Norfolk-Virginia Beach area is sustained by Sentara Healthcare's extensive regional network of hospitals.
Are there remote rn float pool jobs in Virginia?
Yes, but they're rare. Float pool nursing is fundamentally a hands-on, bedside role requiring physical presence across hospital units, so remote work is not typical for the core position. About 0% of rn float pool openings tied to Virginia are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those opportunities tend to involve telehealth triage or care coordination functions rather than direct inpatient nursing duties.
How can I get hired as a rn float pool in Virginia with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is completing a new graduate nurse residency program at a major Virginia health system, which builds the cross-unit competency float pools require. Inova Health System, Sentara Healthcare, and VCU Health all run structured residency programs that place new graduates in acute care before transitioning them to flexible staffing roles. Starting in a dedicated med-surg or step-down unit builds the clinical versatility Virginia employers look for before extending a float pool offer.
Where can I find and apply to rn float pool jobs in Virginia?
You can find and apply to rn float pool jobs in Virginia on Migrate Mate, which lists current Virginia openings across the state's major health systems and acute care facilities. Find roles that fit your specialty and experience level and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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