RN Part-time/Benefits

JEFF DAVIS HOSPITAL•Hazlehurst, GA

About The Position

Coordinates and delivers high-quality, patient-centered care in accordance with organizational policies, procedures, and protocols, regulatory requirements, and the nursing process. Conducts thorough patient assessments, documents findings accurately, and reports changes in condition to the appropriate care team member. Provides age-appropriate care and education based on knowledge of human growth and development. Administers prescribed medications, monitors for side effects, and documents administration and reassessment according to standards of practice. Assists physicians and other providers during procedures within the scope of documented competency and skill level. Responds to medical emergencies and participates in life-saving interventions, including CPR and code team activities, as appropriate. Advocates for patients’ rights and needs, and provides patients and families with education about medical conditions, treatment plans, and post-discharge care. Implements infection-control protocols, operates medical equipment as needed, and promotes patient safety by adhering to National Patient Safety Goals and maintaining a clean, safe environment. Participates in audits, chart reviews, and compliance checks. Uses responsible decision-making when planning and delegating care, and documents patient care and education promptly and thoroughly in the medical record. This is a part-time position at Jeff Davis Hospital in Hazlehurst, Georgia. The salary range is undisclosed.

Requirements

Active Georgia RN license or compact-state RN license.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, required or to be obtained within 90 days of hire.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification, required or to be obtained within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and deliver patient-centered care in accordance with organizational policies, procedures, protocols, regulatory requirements, and the nursing process.
Conduct patient assessments, accurately document findings, and report changes in condition to the appropriate care team member.
Provide age-appropriate care and education.
Administer prescribed medications, monitor for side effects, and document administration and reassessment.
Assist physicians and providers during procedures within documented competency and skill level.
Respond to medical emergencies and participate in life-saving interventions, including CPR and code team activities, as appropriate.
Advocate for patients’ rights and needs in care planning and delivery.
Educate patients and families about medical conditions, treatment plans, and post-discharge care.
Implement infection-control protocols.
Monitor and operate medical equipment as needed for patient care and safety.
Promote patient safety by following National Patient Safety Goals and maintaining a clean, safe environment.
Participate in audits, chart reviews, and compliance checks.
Use responsible decision-making in planning, delegating, and providing care based on patient needs and organizational policies.
Document patient care and education thoroughly and promptly in the medical record.