Charge Nurse (RN)- 4S Acute Care- Surgery-FT- Days

Wellstar MCG Health Medical Center offers a rewarding environment for Registered Nurses. This full-time day shift position is 36 hours per week (3/12s) and includes a $20,000 sign-on bonus. Job Summary Registered Nurses provide quality nursing services by working with the patient care team to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patients' care, while also fostering a positive, supportive environment. The RN serves as the front-line representative for the patient care team and intermediates between the patient and family, the provider(s), and other care team members. Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions Monitors, examines, and evaluates patients' conditions. Assists with the care plan and takes appropriate actions to promote patients' short and long term outcomes and wellbeing. Delivers care plan as outlined, applying independent judgment where appropriate. Collaborates with and communicates patient care plans with other staff as appropriate. Prioritizes and coordinates optimum daily patient flow and patient experience. Delivers safe and effective care according to policies and procedures. Maintains appropriate documentation of patient assessment, changes in condition, care delivered, education provided, and any incidents or exceptions related to standards of care or compliance with hospital policy. Listens to concerns, probes in depth to understand needs, and responds to patient needs in an appropriately timed 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 the concept of patient- and family-centered care to maintain patient, family, staff, and physician satisfaction. Prioritizes actions according to patient needs and provides input into the plan of care by reporting pertinent information involving the patient and family to appropriate individuals in accordance with confidentiality standards. 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 patient quality outcomes, patient satisfaction, staff satisfaction, and organizational financial performance. Maintains professional licenses and certifications. Completes all required training. Self-identifies and self-manages training and development opportunities. Involves in professional organizations and keeps current with research literature and industry best practices. Seeks opportunities for professional growth and leadership development. Fosters the growth and development of other nurses through mentorship and preceptorship. Contributes to a positive and supportive work environment. Adheres to all 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 to AU Health. Performs other duties as assigned and complies with all Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct. Required Minimum Education Associate's Nursing or Diploma (Nurse) Bachelor's Nursing (Preferred) Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s) BLS-I - Basic Life Support Instructor BLS - Basic Life Support ARC-BLS - American Red Cross Basic Life Support RN-COMPACT - RN - Multi-state Compact or RN - Regular Nurse (Single State) #J-18808-Ljbffr