Registered Nurse (RN) - Clinical Nurse III, Perioperative - GI Lab/SpecialProcedures - North Fulton

Overview How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well‑being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what is possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry and in people’s lives. Job Summary GI Lab/Special Procedures - NF. The RN Clinical Nurse is a proactive member of an interdisciplinary team of licensed and unlicensed caregivers who ensure that patients, families and significant others receive individualized high‑quality, safe patient care. They practice in a clinical environment administered by Nurse Managers and other leaders, supported through the Wellstar Shared Governance Model. The framework for practice is steered by the Wellstar Professional Practice Model and evidence‑based practice and research. RN competencies are derived from these models and supported by the Wellstar Values. It is expected that all RN Clinical Nurses are licensed, knowledgeable and uphold the practice of nursing as outlined by the Georgia Professional Nurse Practice Act, implementing the Scope of Practice and Code of Ethics Standards put forth by the American Nurses Association. As a member of the patient services team, the RN upholds the voice of the patient, follows system policies and procedures, and supports service excellence goals. Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions Exemplary Practice and Outcomes Performs the Nursing Process (assessment, diagnosis, identification of outcomes, planning, implementation and evaluation) in clinical care using evidence‑based practice and analytical/critical thinking. Provides relationship‑based patient‑centered care consistent with population‑specific characteristics (age, gender, disease, etc.) and adapts service delivery to reflect an understanding of cultural diversity. Always partners with the patient and significant others (as appropriate) using appropriate methods for setting and purpose (bedside shift report, interdisciplinary rounds, just‑in‑time and planned patient teaching). Keeps the patient and significant others updated and makes the patient’s goals the focus of the plan of care. Practices using current clinical practice standards. Teamwork and Collaboration Coordinates the delivery and documentation of safe, quality patient care that promotes the professional care delivery model. Includes interdisciplinary communication methods (interdisciplinary rounds, case review, etc.), timely documentation, and promotion of a respectful, inclusive clinical environment. Demonstrates teamwork and collaboration by practicing in a fiscally responsible manner and promoting the recruitment and retention of all healthcare team members. Participates and supports performance improvement inclusive of all stakeholders, research, and research utilization to promote safe, quality patient care. Initiates or leads such activities and supports participation in shared governance at all levels in the system. Professional Development and Initiative Completes all initial and ongoing professional competency assessment, required mandatory education, population‑specific education. Serves as a preceptor and/or mentor for other professional nurses, staff or students for all disciplines to ensure a current and future qualified workforce; models the professional practice of nursing and creates a healthy work environment. Evidence‑Based Practice and Research Promotes evidence‑based practice, nursing research, and performance improvement in nursing. Participates in activities such as value analysis as part of the decision‑making process in evaluating patient care products. Upholds all healthcare system/organizational policies and procedures and clinical competencies put forth by this job description and professional association, including legal, regulatory, and accreditation requirements and standards. Ensures compliance with goals such as TJC Patient Safety Goals and Wellstar Health Systems safety absolutes. Participates in data collection, poses relevant clinical questions to advanced evidence‑based practice, consults appropriate experts, and uses appropriate resources and evidence to address practice questions. Resources and Support Proactively plans for the care of patients across the care continuum while providing direct patient care. Participates in the development of protocols and procedures when called upon or through self‑initiation in collaboration with care managers and other members of the health care team to achieve best practice outcomes (decrease in readmission rates, avoidable days, adverse events, etc.). Supports efficient and effective use of human and material resources. Performs other duties as assigned. Complies 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) RN – Reg Nurse (Single State) or RN‑COMPACT – RN – Multi‑State Compact BLS – Basic Life Support or ARC‑BLS – American Red Cross Basic Life Support or BLS‑I – Basic Life Support – Instructor Additional License(s) and Certification(s) All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated. Required Minimum Experience Minimum 5 years direct patient care nursing experience required. Required Minimum Skills Ability to read, write and speak English language; optimize the use of technology to support clinical care and hold basic computer skills. Strong interpersonal, collaborative skills along with customer service skills required. Ability to function in a fast‑paced environment and respond to emergencies in a decisive, composed and respectful manner. Possess excellent time management skills. Practice nursing using evidence, analytical skills, and possess strong critical thinking skills. #J-18808-Ljbffr Wellstar Health System