Registered Nurse (MED/SURG)

Job Description

Job Description

Registered Nurse (MED/SURG) - Athens, GA (#SM0131)

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• Location: Athens, GA
• Employment Type: Per-Diem
• Hourly Rate: $43.28 per hour

About Greenlife Healthcare Staffing:

Greenlife Healthcare Staffing is a leading nationwide recruitment agency dedicated to connecting healthcare professionals with top-tier opportunities. We partner with hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, multi-specialty groups, and private practices to match talented individuals with roles that align with their skills and career goals.

Position Overview:

Greenlife Healthcare Staffing is currently seeking a Registered Nurse (MED/SURG) to fill an opening at a hospital located in Athens, GA. This role is ideal for a dedicated RN who thrives in a fast-paced environment, providing comprehensive care to adult and adolescent patients with a variety of medical conditions and post-surgical needs.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Compensation: $43.28 per hour
• Work Schedule:
• This is a per-diem position
• 6:45 am - 7:15 pm EST (30 min break)
• Professional Growth: Gain valuable experience in a collaborative, innovative, and supportive environment.
• Impactful Work: Contribute to a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care for a diverse patient population with medical diagnoses (e.g., pneumonia, CHF, COPD, diabetes) and post-surgical conditions (e.g., appendectomy, cholecystectomy, orthopedic repairs, abdominal surgeries).
• Administer medications, fluids, and blood products as ordered, monitoring for adverse reactions.
• Perform frequent patient assessments, including vital signs, pain levels, intake/output, and mental status.
• Collaborate with physicians, case managers, physical therapists, and other healthcare team members to coordinate discharge planning and continuity of care.
• Provide patient and family education regarding diagnoses, medications, post-discharge instructions, and disease management.
• Monitor for post-operative complications, including infection, bleeding, deep vein thrombosis (DVT), pulmonary embolism (PE), and ileus.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, ambulation, toileting, and feeding as needed.
• Respond to changes in patient condition, initiate appropriate interventions, and communicate concerns to the medical team.
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation of all nursing care and patient responses in the EMR.
• Ensure a safe, clean, and organized patient environment, including fall prevention protocols and infection control measures.

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Requirements

Qualifications:

• Education: Completion of an accredited Registered Nurse (RN) program (Associate's or Bachelor's degree).
• Licensure: Active GA state RN license and current BLS Certification.
• Experience: At least one year of relevant experience is required.
• Technical Skills: Proficient in IV therapy, wound care, medication administration (including P.O., IV, IM, and SQ routes), use of infusion pumps, and electronic medical records (EMR).
• Soft Skills: Excellent critical thinking and time management skills; strong verbal and written communication; empathetic and patient-focused demeanor; ability to prioritize multiple patients' needs.