Medical Surgical Registered Nurse

Work Shift Night (United States of America) Job Summary Registered Nurses provide quality nursing services by working with the patient care team to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patients' care while creating a positive, supportive environment. The RN serves as the frontline representative of the patient care team and acts as the intermediary between patients, families, providers, and other care team members. Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions Patient Care and Care Coordination Monitor, examine, and evaluate patient conditions. Assist with the care plan and take appropriate actions to promote short- and long-term outcomes. Deliver care plans, applying independent judgment where appropriate. Collaborate and communicate patient care plans with other staff. Prioritize and coordinate optimal daily patient flow and patient experience. Deliver safe and effective care according to policies and procedures. Maintain documentation of patient assessment, changes, care delivered, education provided, and incidents or exceptions. Patient Advocacy and Satisfaction Listen to concerns, probe in‑depth to understand needs, and respond promptly. Serve as an educational resource for patients and families on health‑related issues. Communicate necessary patient information to families, licensed providers, and staff. Prioritize actions based on patient needs and provide input into the plan of care. Report pertinent information to appropriate individuals while maintaining confidentiality. Performance Improvement Seek opportunities to improve work environment and processes. Contribute ideas to identify solutions and support change implementation. Support improvement initiatives aligned with better patient quality outcomes, satisfaction, staff satisfaction, and financial performance. Professional Competency and Growth Maintain professional licenses and certifications. Complete all required training and self‑manage training opportunities. Engage in professional organizations and stay current with research literature and best practices. Seek opportunities for professional growth and leadership development. Professional Leadership Mentor and precept others to foster growth and development. Contribute to a positive and supportive work environment. Adhere to confidentiality, safety, and professional standards. Act with professionalism, integrity, and shared governance principles. Participate in peer feedback processes and hold self and others accountable. Promote the nursing profession and assist with recruitment efforts. Perform other duties as assigned and comply 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 - Registered Nurse (Single State) or RN-COMPACT - RN - Multi‑state Compact #J-18808-Ljbffr