Provide direct patient care on a 36-bed acute care Medical Surgical unit with a 6:1 RN/LPN patient ratio
Monitor and interpret telemetry readings as part of routine patient assessment
Care for patients with diagnoses including CHF, COPD, ESRD, pneumonia, renal failure, sickle cell crisis, orthopedic surgery, bariatric surgery, AMS, and sepsis
Collaborate with in-house hospitalists (available 24/7) and respiratory therapy (available 24/7) to coordinate patient care
Document patient care accurately using Meditech EMR
Participate in charge nurse responsibilities as needed and float occasionally to other units
Required Qualifications
Active RN license valid in the state of Georgia
BLS certification required
Minimum of 1 year of experience in a hospital Medical Surgical unit
Ability to work every other weekend and holidays as required
Must live at least 75 miles from the facility to be eligible (distance measured from address on driver's license to facility)
Preferred Experience / Skills
ACLS certification preferred
Experience with Meditech EMR
Familiarity with telemetry monitoring in a Med Surg setting
Why Join Us
Supportive unit environment with nurse aides, an in-house hospitalist team available 24/7, and respiratory therapy around the clock
Structured onboarding with a 3-shift floor-specific orientation to set you up for success