Registered Nurse (RN) - Augusta Family Medicine Clinic

Wellstar Health System

23h

About The Position

Registered Nurses provide quality nursing services by working with the patient care team to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patients’ care and create a positive, supportive environment. The Registered Nurse serves as a front-line representative of the patient care team and often acts as an intermediary between patients and their families, providers, and other care team members. The role also includes participating in performance improvement initiatives, maintaining professional competence, developing others, upholding confidentiality, safety, and professional standards, and supporting Shared Governance through council service or sponsored activities.

Requirements

Associate degree in Nursing or a nursing diploma.
Required upon hire: Basic Life Support certification through BLS, BLS Instructor, or American Red Cross BLS.
Required upon hire: Registered Nurse license (single-state or compact multi-state).

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing is preferred.

Responsibilities

Monitor, examine, and evaluate patients’ conditions; assist with care plans and take appropriate actions to promote patient outcomes and well-being.
Deliver care plans, applying independent judgment where appropriate, and collaborate and communicate with staff about patient care plans.
Prioritize and coordinate daily patient flow and experience, and deliver safe and effective care according to policies and procedures.
Document patient assessments, changes in condition, care delivered, education provided, and incidents or exceptions related to care standards or hospital policy.
Listen to patient concerns, identify needs, and respond in a timely manner.
Serve as an educational resource for patients and families on health-related issues.
Communicate necessary patient information to families, licensed care providers, and other staff while following 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 the work environment and processes; contribute ideas, solutions, and support for change implementation.
Contribute to improvement initiatives intended to improve patient outcomes and satisfaction, staff satisfaction, and organizational financial performance.
Maintain professional licenses and certifications, complete required training, and pursue development opportunities.
Participate in professional organizations and stay current with research literature and industry best practices.
Seek professional growth and leadership development opportunities.
Mentor and precept other nurses and contribute to a positive, supportive work environment.
Follow confidentiality, safety, and professional standards; demonstrate professionalism, integrity, and Shared Governance principles.
Hold self and others accountable for practice by participating in peer feedback.
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.