Registered Nurse (RN) - 8 South Acute Care Cystic Fibrosis Augusta

Imagine working in an environment where your insights and contributions are genuinely appreciated. A place where you can serve with empathy, strive for excellence, and respect every voice. At our organization, we have a clear and impactful mission: to improve the health and well-being of every individual we assist. We take pride in being a leading example of what can be achieved when dedicated professionals commit to making a positive impact in healthcare and in the lives of others.

Work Shift: Day (United States of America)

About the Facility

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Hours: Part-Time Days, 24 Hours per week (2 shifts of 12 hours)
Sign-On Bonus: $10,000 Available

Job Summary

Registered Nurses play a crucial role in delivering high-quality nursing services by collaborating with the patient care team to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care while fostering a positive and supportive atmosphere. As a frontline representative of the patient care team, the Registered Nurse often acts as a liaison between patients, their families, providers, and other team members. Key expectations for this role include:

• Engaging in performance improvement initiatives.
• Maintaining professional competence.
• Supporting the development of others.
• Upholding confidentiality, safety, and professional standards.
• Participating in Shared Governance through involvement in councils or sponsored activities.

Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions

• Patient Care and Coordination: Monitor, assess, and evaluate patient conditions. Assist in developing care plans and take appropriate actions to enhance patient outcomes and well-being. Deliver care as outlined, using independent judgment when necessary. Collaborate and communicate care plans with other staff as needed. Prioritize and coordinate daily patient flow and experiences. Ensure safe and effective care in accordance with policies and procedures. Maintain accurate documentation of patient assessments, changes in condition, care provided, education given, and any incidents related to care standards or hospital policies.
• Patient Advocacy and Satisfaction: Actively listen to patient concerns, delve deeper to understand their needs, and respond promptly. Serve as an educational resource for patients and families regarding health-related matters. Relay essential patient information to families, licensed care providers, and other staff members. Embrace patient- and family-centered care to enhance satisfaction for patients, families, staff, and physicians. Prioritize actions based on patient needs and contribute to care plans by sharing relevant information with appropriate individuals while adhering to confidentiality standards.
• Performance Improvement: Identify opportunities to enhance the work environment and processes. Offer ideas to help find solutions and support the implementation of changes. Contribute to initiatives aimed at improving patient quality outcomes, satisfaction, staff morale, and organizational financial performance.
• Professional Competency and Growth: Maintain necessary professional licenses and certifications. Complete all required training. Proactively identify and manage personal training and development opportunities. Engage with professional organizations. Stay updated with research literature and industry best practices. Seek opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.
• Professional Leadership: Encourage the growth and development of fellow nurses through mentorship and preceptorship. Contribute to a positive and supportive work environment. Adhere to all confidentiality, safety, and professional standards. Act with professionalism, embrace shared governance principles, and demonstrate integrity. Hold oneself and others accountable for practice by participating in peer feedback processes. Promote the nursing profession positively and assist in recruiting nurses.

Required Minimum Education

• Associate's Degree in Nursing or Nursing Diploma (required)
  Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (preferred)

Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s)

• All certifications must be obtained upon hire unless specified otherwise:
• BLS-I - Basic Life Support - Instructor or BLS - Basic Life Support or ARC-BLS - American Red Cross Basic Life Support
• RN - Registered Nurse (Single State) or RN-COMPACT - RN - Multi-state Compact

Required Minimum Experience

• Experience in direct patient care is preferred.

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