Registered Nurse (RN) - MedSurg Float
On-siteSmyrna, Georgia, United States
Job Summary
Conduct the nursing process, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation, using evidence-based practice and critical thinking to ensure individualized, patient-centered care. Coordinate safe quality patient care through interdisciplinary communication, timely documentation, and adherence to clinical standards while supporting performance improvement initiatives and shared governance. Mentor staff and students, participate in research utilization, and develop protocols to reduce re-admission rates and adverse events. Work night shifts at Kennestone Hospital as part of Wellstar's integrated health system, completing mandatory education and competency assessments.
Required Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited/approved school of nursing
- Bachelor's Degree Baccalaureate degree in nursing (BSN) from an accredited school of nursing
- Reg Nurse (Single State)
- RN - Multi-state Compact
- Basic Life Support
- BLS - Instructor
- BLS - Provisional
- Knowledge of professional nursing theory, regulations and practices to give and evaluate patient care
- Knowledge of clinic policies and procedures
- Skill in appropriate assessment, examination, treatment techniques
- Skill in identifying problems and recommending solutions
- Skill in maintaining records regarding medication or treatment
- Ability to perform department duties in a timely and efficient manner
- Ability to maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and the public
- Ability to react calmly and competently in emergency situations
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in person, in writing, or by phone
- Outstanding written and oral communication
- Exercises good judgment in dealing with patients and staff
- Effective communication and teaching skills on all patient levels
- Able to process large volume of patient information in an accurate and timely fashion
- Basic understanding of cardiac anatomy, conditions, and treatment modalities
Desired Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree Baccalaureate degree in nursing (BSN) from an accredited school of nursing Preferred
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