RN - MedSurg, Pulmonary, Nights

Job Description

Job Description

Job Overview

Location: Athens, GA

Department: Med Surg 2 - Pulmonary

Schedule: Full-time, Night Shift (7 PM - 7 AM)

Incentives: Sign-on bonus available, along with specialty differential.

Key Responsibilities

The Pulmonary Unit is expanding! Our clinical team collaborates closely with hospitalists, pulmonologists, and respiratory therapists to deliver exceptional care for patients experiencing both acute and chronic respiratory conditions.

Within the advanced facilities of the new Main Tower, the Pulmonary nurse is tasked with providing exemplary nursing care to patients in acute settings. This involves utilizing nursing processes to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care. The nurse operates in accordance with the organization's policies and procedures, showcasing professional development and accountability.

Primary Duties Include:

• Delivering nursing care to patients across all age groups, employing nursing processes for assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
• Adhering to the organization's policies and demonstrating ongoing professional growth and accountability.
• Maintaining high standards of practice and coordinating patient care activities among all assigned staff.

Note: Patient ratios are influenced by various factors, including patient volume and acuity. Special circumstances may necessitate adjustments to these ratios.

Qualifications

Minimum Education:
Completion of an accredited nursing program.

Minimum Experience:
New graduates from nursing programs are encouraged to apply.

Licensure/Certification Requirements:
Must hold a current Registered Nurse license in the State of Georgia or possess an NLC/eNLC multistate license. BLS certification is mandatory.

Additional Qualifications:

• For PRN roles: One year of nursing experience in a hospital environment is preferred.
• A Bachelor's degree is preferred.
• Advanced certification in the relevant specialty is advantageous (refer to addendum).
• Prior nursing experience in a hospital setting is preferred.

Business Unit: Our organization is committed to providing high-quality healthcare services.