RN - 3M Pulmonary / Med Surg (WR, FT days)

Houston Healthcare•Warner Robins, GA

About The Position

The RN Clinician is an experienced healthcare professional who provides nursing care for a specific patient population. The role uses clinical knowledge, research, and experience to adapt to changing situations and personalize care based on the AACN Synergy Model for Patient Care. The RN Clinician serves as a resource for colleagues and advocates for patients and families. This position is for 3M Pulmonary / Med Surg at Warner Robins, with a day shift of 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and 36 scheduled weekly hours (0.9 FTE). On-call work is typically not required. Travel may be required, depending on the assigned work area and tasks. The position requires an accredited prelicensure Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), subject to the listed exceptions for certain current Emory LPNs and Warner Robins, Perry, and affiliated Physician Groups RN Clinicians. A valid, unencumbered Registered Nursing License approved by the Georgia Board of Nursing and BLS certification are required. ACLS may be required for certain departments after hire, and additional certifications may be required based on department and specialty. Employees performing virtual care activities that may involve multistate practice must obtain an active compact/multistate license (eNLC) within 60 days of hire, subject to the stated transition period for employees already in the role. Physical demands include lifting up to 75 pounds, carrying objects up to 35 pounds, standing and walking occasionally to frequently, sitting occasionally, and close eye work such as computer use, typing, reading, and writing. Physical demands and environmental conditions may vary by assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures may include blood-borne pathogens, biohazardous waste, chemicals, gases, fumes or vapors, communicable diseases, electrical shock, floor surfaces, temperature extremes, indoor or outdoor conditions, latex, lighting, patient-care or handling injuries, radiation, shift work, travel, and use of personal protective equipment including respirators.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited prelicensure Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), subject to the stated exceptions for specified current Emory LPNs and RN Clinicians.
Valid, unencumbered Registered Nursing License approved by the Georgia Board of Nursing.
BLS certification.
An active compact/multistate license (eNLC) within 60 days of hire if performing virtual care activities that may include multistate practice, subject to the stated transition period.
Meet the clinical lattice PLAN system's required points and contact hours.

Nice To Haves

ACLS may be required for certain departments after hire.
Additional certifications may be required based on department and specialty.

Responsibilities

Deliver safe, effective, independent nursing care using the nursing process.
Perform thorough patient assessments and recognize the impact of nursing care on outcomes.
Develop and implement patient care plans, incorporating patient and family input and adjusting plans as needed.
Document care accurately and efficiently in electronic and physical records.
Identify patient and family learning needs and recommend appropriate resources.
Recognize cultural differences and individualize care accordingly.
Delegate appropriately using the Synergy Model of Care.
Work effectively with the interdisciplinary team, patient, and family care partners.
Serve in a developing leadership role, including Charge Nurse responsibilities when assigned.
Assist in orienting staff and students when a designated preceptor is absent.
Use strong communication and conflict-resolution skills.
Identify the need for policy revisions based on evidence-based research.
Engage in professional growth and apply the Synergy Model for Care in practice.
Collect, report, and analyze data to improve patient care and meet organizational standards.
Participate in surveys, interviews, and other methods to identify and resolve areas for improvement.
Maintain required points and contact hours per the clinical lattice PLAN system.