Registered Nurse (RN)-MedSurg Acute Care/Post Surgical/Burn/Bariatric-Unit-FTNights

Job Description

Job Description

Join Our Team

Imagine working in an environment where your ideas and contributions are genuinely appreciated. A place where you can serve with empathy, strive for excellence, and respect every voice. Our organization is dedicated to a powerful mission: enhancing the health and well-being of every individual we serve. We take pride in being a leading example of what can be achieved when talented professionals commit to making a positive impact in healthcare and in the lives of others.

Work Schedule

Day Shift (United States)

Position Overview

The RN Clinical Nurse plays a vital role as part of a collaborative team of licensed and unlicensed caregivers, ensuring that patients, families, and significant others receive personalized, high-quality, and safe care. This role operates within a clinical setting overseen by Nurse Managers and other leaders, supported by our Shared Governance Model. The practice framework is guided by our Professional Practice Model, emphasizing evidence-based practices and research. RN competencies are aligned with these models and reflect our core values.

All RN Clinical Nurses are expected to be licensed, knowledgeable, and adhere to the standards set forth by the Georgia Professional Nurse Practice Act, as well as the Scope of Practice and Code of Ethics established by the American Nurses Association. As part of the patient services team, it is essential to advocate for the patient's voice while adhering to system policies and striving for service excellence.

Core Responsibilities

• Exemplary Practice and Outcomes
  • Utilizes the Nursing Process (assessment, diagnosis, outcome identification, planning, implementation, and evaluation) to deliver clinical care based on evidence-based practices, employing analytical and critical thinking to ensure individualized care.
  • Delivers relationship-based, patient-centered care that considers specific population characteristics (e.g., age, gender, health conditions) and adapts service delivery to reflect cultural diversity.
  • Engages with patients and significant others appropriately, utilizing methods such as bedside shift reports and interdisciplinary rounds to keep them informed and focused on their care goals.
  • Adheres to current clinical practice standards.
• Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Coordinates the delivery and documentation of safe, quality patient care, promoting a professional care delivery model through diverse and inclusive communication methods.
  • Exhibits teamwork and collaboration by practicing in a fiscally responsible manner that encourages the recruitment and retention of healthcare team members.
  • Engages in performance improvement initiatives, involving all stakeholders, and supports research to enhance patient care quality.
• Professional Development and Initiative
  • Completes all required initial and ongoing competency assessments and mandatory education.
  • Acts as a preceptor and mentor for other nurses and staff to ensure a qualified workforce and foster a healthy work environment.
• Evidence-Based Practice and Research
  • Advocates for evidence-based practices and nursing research, participating in value analysis for evaluating patient care products.
  • Complies with all organizational policies, procedures, and clinical competencies, ensuring adherence to legal and accreditation standards.
  • Engages in data collection and formulates relevant clinical questions to advance evidence-based practice.
• Resources and Support
  • Plans proactively for patient care across the continuum while providing direct care.
  • Contributes to the development of protocols and procedures in collaboration with care managers and the healthcare team to achieve optimal outcomes.
  • Ensures efficient use of human and material resources.

Other duties may be assigned as necessary. Compliance with all organizational policies, work standards, and code of conduct is expected.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate's Degree in Nursing or Diploma in Nursing required; Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred.
• Licenses and Certifications:
  • Registered Nurse (Single State) or RN-COMPACT (Multi-state Compact) required.
  • BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required upon hire.
• Experience: Less than 1 year of experience required; completion of an accredited nursing program with requisite clinical hours.
• Skills: Direct patient care experience preferred.

Join us and discover the support to engage in meaningful work while enjoying a fulfilling life. Connect with one of the most integrated health systems in Georgia and embark on a future that offers you more.