RN MedSurg WMLM

3210 Wellstar Mountain Lakes Medical Center•Clayton, GA

About The Position

The Registered Nurse provides quality nursing services by working with the patient care team to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care, while creating a positive and supportive environment. As a frontline representative of the patient care team, the nurse often serves as an intermediary among patients and families, providers, and other care team members. The role also includes participating in performance improvement, maintaining professional competence, developing others, upholding confidentiality, safety, and professional standards, and supporting Shared Governance through service on councils or sponsored activities. The nurse monitors and evaluates patient conditions, contributes to care plans, delivers care according to plans and applicable policies, and uses independent judgment where appropriate. The position coordinates patient flow and experience, documents assessments and care, and communicates relevant information to patients, families, and staff. The nurse advocates for patients, provides education, supports patient- and family-centered care, contributes to improvement initiatives, maintains required licenses and training, pursues professional development, mentors and precepts other nurses, and complies with Wellstar Health System policies and standards. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Associate degree in Nursing or a nursing diploma required; a bachelor's degree in Nursing is preferred.
Current RN license: single-state or multistate compact.
BLS certification is required upon hire; accepted certifications include BLS-I, BLS, or American Red Cross BLS.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Nursing.

Responsibilities

Monitor, examine, and evaluate patient conditions; contribute to care plans and take appropriate actions to promote patient outcomes and well-being.
Deliver care according to the care plan, applying independent judgment where appropriate and following policies and procedures.
Collaborate with staff and communicate patient care plans as appropriate.
Prioritize and coordinate daily patient flow and patient experience.
Maintain documentation of patient assessments, changes in condition, care, education, and incidents or exceptions related to standards of care or hospital policy.
Listen and respond to patient concerns and needs in a timely manner.
Serve as an educational resource for patients and families on health-related issues.
Communicate necessary patient information to family, licensed care providers, and other staff in accordance with confidentiality standards.
Support patient- and family-centered care and contribute to patient, family, staff, and physician satisfaction.
Report pertinent patient and family information to appropriate individuals and provide input into the plan of care.
Identify opportunities to improve work environments and processes, contribute ideas, and support implementation of changes.
Contribute to improvement initiatives related to patient quality outcomes, patient and staff satisfaction, and organizational financial performance.
Maintain professional licenses and certifications and complete required training.
Identify and manage personal training and development opportunities; stay current with research literature and industry best practices.
Participate in professional organizations and pursue professional growth and leadership development.
Mentor and precept other nurses and contribute to a positive, supportive work environment.
Uphold confidentiality, safety, and professional standards; demonstrate professionalism, integrity, and Shared Governance principles.
Participate in peer feedback and hold self and others accountable for practice.
Promote the nursing profession and assist with nurse recruitment to AU Health.
Perform other duties as assigned and comply with Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.