PRE-OP RN - UNION GENERAL HOSPITAL - Full Time

Union General Health System Blairsville, GA 30512, US

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Responsible for the delivery of patient care in the Outpatient setting that promotes safety and well-being of all patients. Monitoring a patients condition after surgery. Coordinates patient care and communicates effectively with the healthcare team for the benefit of the patient. Floats to direct patient care as needed and as schedule allows. Reports to the Surgical Services Director.

QUALIFICATIONS - Education/Experience:

Education - Associates Degree [minimum] or Bachelor's Degree [preferred] in Nursing, Current RN license. BLS/CPR must obtain within 60 days of hire. ACLS/PALS preferred.

Experience - minimum up to 1 year of job related experience - Preferred 2 to 5 years of job-related experience.

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