Registered Nurse (RN) - 7S Acute Care ENT - Augusta, GA - PRN

Job Summary Registered Nurses provide quality nursing services by working with the patient care team to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patients' care and by providing a positive, supportive environment. The Registered Nurse is the front‑line representative of the patient care team, often serving as the intermediary between the patient and family, the provider(s), and other care team members. This role is expected to participate in performance improvement initiatives; maintain professional competence; develop others; uphold confidentiality, safety, and professional standards; and support Shared Governance through service on councils or sponsored activities. Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions Patient Care and Care Coordination: Monitors, examines, and evaluates the patient's conditions; assists with the care plan and takes appropriate actions to promote short/long‑term outcomes and well‑being; delivers the care plan as outlined, applying independent judgment where appropriate; collaborates with and communicates patient care plans with other staff; prioritizes and coordinates optimum daily patient flow and patient experience; delivers safe and effective care according to policies and procedures; maintains appropriate documentation of assessment, changes, care delivered, education provided, and any incidents or exceptions. Patient Advocacy and Satisfaction: Listens to concerns, probes in‑depth to understand needs, and responds to patient needs in a timely manner; serves as an educational resource for patients and families on health‑related issues; communicates necessary patient information to family, licensed care providers, and other staff; embraces patient‑ and family‑centered care to maintain satisfaction; prioritizes actions according to patient needs and provides input into the plan of care by reporting pertinent information to the appropriate individuals in accordance with confidentiality standards. Performance Improvement: Seeks opportunities to improve the work environment and processes; contributes ideas to help identify solutions and supports change implementation; supports and contributes to improvement initiatives aligned with achieving better patient quality outcomes, patient satisfaction, staff satisfaction, and organizational financial performance. Professional Competency and Growth: Maintains professional licenses and certifications; completes all required training; self‑identifies and self‑manages training and development opportunities; is involved in professional organizations; keeps current with research literature and industry best practices; seeks opportunities for professional growth and leadership development. Professional Leadership: Fosters the growth and development of other nurses through mentorship and preceptorship; contributes to a positive and supportive work environment; adheres to confidentiality, safety, and professional standards; acts with professionalism, embraces shared governance principles, and demonstrates integrity; holds self and others accountable for practice by participating in the peer feedback process; positively promotes the nursing profession and assists with the recruitment of nurses. Other duties as assigned; performs other duties as assigned; complies with all Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct. Required Minimum Education Associates Nursing or Diploma (Nurse); Nursing or Bachelors Nursing (Preferred) Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s) BLS‑I – Basic Life Support – Instructor or BLS – Basic Life Support or ARC‑BLS – American Red Cross Basic Life Support RN‑COMPACT – RN – Multi‑state Compact or RN – Registered Nurse (Single State) Required Minimum Experience Minimum 1 year of nursing experience is required for PRN. Shift Details Work Shift: Night (United States of America) Hours: PRN Nights, at least 3 shifts per four weeks. #J-18808-Ljbffr