This entry is part 17 of 13 in the series Specialty NursesThe Gypsy Nurse could not be successful without the support and contributions of it’s readers. Today’s Specialty Spotlight is from reader and Specialty Nurse Robin Williams, RN who works as a Resource Float. Name: Robin Williams, RN Job Title: Resource Float List your education/certifications: Where do you work: Hospital based facilities. Includes small town community hospitals to large teaching/trauma facilities. How long have you worked this Specialty? Proficient 2-5 Years How/Why did you get involved? Was there someone/something that inspired you to choose this specialty? Well we all have to start somewhere right?. I love everything I do from sitting with my patients to jumping in to help with serious conditions. I started out with the basics on MS/Tele and being a quick learner and a knowledge junkie I have promptly advanced to a resource float nurse that does various areas and handles minimal to critical situations. I am very versatile in this position and I love how it gives me variety. What do you do in a typical day? Depending on the unit I am in for the night it varies but I always address patient needs. After all this is why we are here. What can I do for them to ease their pain, decrease their anxiety, or lesson their fears. I use my assessment skills, critical thinking, a professional attitude, and problem solving skills regardless of what unit I may be on. I also strive to […]

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