Registered Nurse (RN) - Adult IV Therapy Augusta (PT)

2310 AU Medical Center, Inc.•Augusta, GA

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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 and by creating a positive, supportive environment. The RN is a front-line representative of the patient care team and often serves as an intermediary among patients and families, providers, and other care team members. The role also participates in performance improvement initiatives, maintains professional competence, develops others, upholds confidentiality, safety, and professional standards, and supports Shared Governance through service on councils or sponsored activities. The RN monitors, examines, and evaluates patient conditions; contributes to care plans; delivers care safely and effectively; coordinates patient flow; documents assessments and care; advocates for patients and families; and provides education. The position contributes to process and quality improvement, maintains required licenses and certifications, pursues professional development, and fosters the growth of other nurses through mentorship and preceptorship. The RN complies with Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.

Requirements

Associate degree in Nursing or a nursing diploma.
Basic Life Support certification: BLS-I, BLS, or American Red Cross BLS.
Registered Nurse license: single-state RN or multistate compact RN.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Nursing is preferred.

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, using independent judgment where appropriate and following policies and procedures.
Collaborate and communicate patient care plans with other staff, coordinate daily patient flow, and support a positive patient experience.
Maintain documentation of patient assessments, changes in condition, care provided, education, and incidents or exceptions related to standards of care or hospital policy.
Listen to patient concerns, identify needs, respond appropriately, and provide health-related education to patients and families.
Communicate necessary patient information to families, licensed care providers, and other staff in accordance with confidentiality standards.
Promote patient- and family-centered care and report pertinent information to appropriate individuals to inform the plan of care.
Identify opportunities to improve the work environment and processes, contribute ideas, and support implementation of changes and improvement initiatives.
Maintain professional licenses and certifications, complete required training, and pursue professional growth and leadership development.
Keep current with research literature and industry best practices and participate in professional organizations.
Mentor and precept other nurses, contribute to a positive work environment, and support nurse recruitment to AU Health.
Uphold confidentiality, safety, and professional standards; participate in peer feedback; and comply with Wellstar policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.
Perform other duties as assigned.