jobs in Douglasville, GA

Nursing Jobs in Douglasville, GA

Registered Nurse - Gastroenterology Specialty Care Clinic

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta Atlanta, GA

Note: If you are CURRENTLY employed at Children's and/or have an active badge or network access, STOP here. Submit your application via Workday using the Career App (Find Jobs). Work Shift Day Work Day(s) Variable Shift Start Time 8:00 AM Shift End Time 4:30 PM Worker Sub-Type Regular Children’s is one of the nation’s leading children’s hospitals. No matter the role, every member of our team is an essential part of our mission to make kids better today and healthier tomorrow. We’re committed to putting you first, and that commitment is at the heart of our company culture: People first. Children always. Find your next career opportunity and make a difference doing what you love at Children’s. Job Description Performs nursing process while providing direct patient care in a safe and effective manner that promotes quality patient outcomes. Functions as member of interdisciplinary healthcare team. Experience Two years/3,000 hours of experience with Bachelor of Science in nursing or three years/4,500 hours of experience with associate's degree in nursing Preferred Qualifications Bachelor of Science in nursing Education Graduation from an accredited school of nursing Certification Summary Licensure as a Registered Nurse in the single State of Georgia or Multi-State through the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association within 30 days of employment Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) or Pediatric Emergency Assessment Recognition and Stabilization (PEARS) from the American Heart Association within 1 year of employment as required by department Professional Nursing Certification as required by department Continuous employment as a Clinical Nurse 3 at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta since March 2017 in lieu of Professional Nursing Certification Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities No minimally required knowledge, skills, or abilities Job Responsibilities Practice (Caring for the Patient) Cultivates and maintains effective interaction/communication with medical staff, nursing staff, social workers, and others to drive the care coordination process and facilitate continuity of patient care. Communicates with all members of the multidisciplinary team to facilitate the care coordination process for specialty. Communicates with home health agencies, third-party payor, and other community resources as needed to coordinate needs. Facilitates and provides ongoing communication with patient/family, interdisciplinary staff and third parties (home health, third party payers, pharmacies, and other resources) to identify and resolve potential barriers. Facilitates clinical practice guidelines at the patient level. Performs outpatient and clinic care coordination and monitors patients' care between clinic and home. Facilitates care via telehealth to assist with patient needs and concerns. Refers cases identified as risk management issues, peer review issues, or quality issues to appropriate personnel. Engagement (Engaging and Leading Professionally) Provides oversight for nursing care given by unlicensed personnel while retaining accountability for patient care quality. Engages in ethical practices utilizing principles from The Code of Ethics for Nurses. Maintains therapeutic and professional relationships with appropriate role boundaries. Contributes to a supportive and healthy work environment. Consults, contributes to, and coordinates care with interdisciplinary healthcare team members. Demonstrates investment in others through teaching/coaching/helper roles. Demonstrates support of shared leadership through awareness of initiatives and providing input. Serves as consistent resource to others at unit level to enhance direct patient care, e.g., preceptor, charge nurse, team lead, or mentor. Outcomes (Driving Excellent Results) Integrates evidence and research findings into clinical judgement and nursing practice. Participates in monitoring activities within work environment to maintain a culture of safety. Identifies and communicates hazards and errors. Participates in quality and process improvement activities to improve patient outcomes and workflow. Ensures equipment is in working order to provide safe patient care. Demonstrates commitment and flexibility through times of change. Applies knowledge and sound interpretation of policies and procedures. Identifies practice challenges and alerts appropriate channels. Professional Mandatory Requirements Completes orientation and initial assessment of competency successfully by determined due date. Completes mandatory education and annual competency assessment requirements as defined by unit and system by due date. Achieves 75% attendance at staff meetings if applicable. Demonstrates enrichment in direct patient care as evidenced by activities outlined in Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta's nursing career advancement program. Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic covered by applicable law. Primary Location Address 2174 North Druid Hills Rd NE Job Family Nursing-Bedside

ICU

Part-time

1 week ago

Registered Nurse (RN) - ICU Float

Wellstar Health Systems, Inc. Marietta, GA

How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives. Work Shift Night (United States of America) CLICK HERE for virtual tour of Kennestone Hospital QUALIFICATIONS Performs the Nursing Process (assessment; diagnosis; identification of outcomes; planning; implementation and evaluation) in the performance of clinical care using evidence base practice, uses analytical/critical thinking Ensuring that care is individualized; coordinating care through effective partnerships recognizing that caring is central to achieve optimal patient care outcomes Provides relationship-based patient centered care that is consistent with population specific characteristics (e.g. age, gender, disease, etc) in a manner that adapts service delivery to reflect an understanding of cultural diversity Always partners with the patient and significant others (as appropriate) using such appropriate method for setting and purpose (e.g., bedside shift report; interdisciplinary rounds; just in time and planned patient teaching; keeping the patient and significant others updated and making the patient's goals the focus of the plan of care Practices using current clinical practice standards Teamwork and Collaboration Coordinates the delivery and documentation of safe quality patient care that promotes the professional care delivery model. This includes, but is not limited to diverse and inclusive interdisciplinary communication methods (interdisciplinary rounds, case review, etc); completion of timely documentation and promotion of a respectful, inclusive clinical environment Demonstrates teamwork and collaboration by practicing in a manner that is fiscally responsible and promotes the recruitment and retention of all healthcare team members Participates and supports performance improvement inclusive of all stakeholders, research and research utilization to promote safe, quality patient care including initiating and/or leading such activities as well as, promoting an inter/intra-disciplinary process and actively supports/participates in shared governance at all levels in the system Professional Development and Initiative Completes all initial and ongoing professional competency assessment, required mandatory education, population specific education Serves as a preceptor and/or or mentor for other professional nurses (and staff or students for all disciplines) to ensure that there is a current and future qualified workforc m odeling the professional practice of nursing and creating a healthy work environment Evidence Based Practice and Research Promotes Evidence based practice, nursing research and performance improvement in nursing Participates in activities such as value analysis as part of the decision making process in evaluating patient care products Upholds all health care system/organizational policies and procedures and clinical competencies put forth by this job description and professional association including legal, regulatory and accreditation requirements and standards ensuring by way of example, such goals as TJC Patient Safety Goals and WellStar Health Systems safety absolutes Participates in data collection, poses relevant clinical questions to advanced evidence based practice Consults appropriate experts and uses appropriate resources and evidence to address practice questions Resources and Support Proactively plans for the care of patients across the care continuum in the course of giving direct patient care Participates in the development of protocols and procedures when called upon or through self-initiation in collaboration with care managers and other members of the health care team to achieve best practice outcomes (i.e., decrease in re-admission rates; avoidable days; adverse events; etc) Supports efficient and effective use of human and material resources QUALIFICATIONS Required Minimum Education Graduate of an accredited/approved school of nursing Bachelor's Degree Baccalaureate degree in nursing (BSN) from an accredited school of nursing Preferred Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s) Reg Nurse (Single State) RN - Multi-state Compact Basic Life Support BLS - Instructor BLS - Provisional Required Skills 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 Join us and discover the support to do more meaningful work—and enjoy a more rewarding life. Connect with the most integrated health system in Georgia, and start a future that gives you more.

Medication Aide

Part-time

1 week ago

Certified Medication Aide- Part Time

PruittHealth Marietta, GA

CERTIFIED MEDICATION AIDE- PART TIME JOB PURPOSE: Responsible for assisting residents with medications ordered by their appropriately licensed health care providers and as established in each residents individualized care plan. May provide medication reminders, assistance with self-administration of medications and administration of medications as allowed by state and federal laws and applicable rules according to company policies and procedures. Key communicator with the resident’s pharmacy, healthcare provider and family regarding medication management. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Knowledge of assisted living policies and procedures regarding all aspects of medication management Remains current in knowledge of state and federal rules regarding scope of practice, medication storage & disposal, infection control practices & bio-hazardous waste disposal. Able to accurately read, and follow medication orders and medication labels. Able to accurately transpose medication orders to the MAR & make any needed corrections to the MAR according to physician orders. Follows the Six Rights of Medication Administration Able to identify concerns related to medication orders, medication instructions or resident reactions to medications and takes appropriate actions. Follows appropriate infection control practices related to medication administration. Follows proper medication storage and disposal practices Recognizes possible medication side effects or possible adverse reactions and takes appropriate actions Knows which medications unlicensed staff may never provide assistance with, administer or provide supervision for and never does so. Monitors resident’s medication quantities and related supplies and makes arrangements for timely procurement of refills so resident dose not miss any doses or required monitoring. Makes arrangements for timely procurement of newly ordered medications. Makes appropriate physician & family contacts in a professional manner when order clarification is needed, regarding resident reactions to medications or other medication concerns. Accurately documents assistance/administration and resident refusal of medications according to policy and professional standards. Follows policy, professional standards, and the law regarding storage, assistance/administration of, documentation and disposal of controlled medications Immediately reports and documents any medication errors to the administrator or his/her designee per policy and takes appropriate actions for resident’s well-being. Reports and documents any resident change in condition. Uses good judgment in seeking necessary assistance from peers, supervisor, administrator, physician, family and EMS as needed. Obtain accurate pulse and respiration rate; obtains accurate blood pressure, body temperature, and blood glucose reading Accurately documents the effectiveness of medications given on an as needed basis and does so in a timely manner. Monitors medications for accountability by verifying medications have been ordered appropriately, are received as ordered, and controlled med drug counts are done at change of shift. Communicates effectively from shift to shift & to others (family, pharmacy, physician etc.) as necessary to facilitate the accuracy of any needed follow-up regarding resident medications. Routinely inspects, cleans and monitors the med storage system, equipment and supplies for resident safety. Reports any concerns to the supervisor for correction or repair. Assists direct care partners with their duties as part of the direct care team Completes thorough face to face change of shift report to CMA relieving for next shift. Performs other duties as assigned that are within the scope of the CMAs practice, training, and abilities. MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED: Some high school MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: On-the-job training provided MINIMUM LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED BY LAW: CPR certification. Medication Tech certification ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: (Preferred qualifications) High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Previous medication tech experience preferred. Experience with long term care or assisted living population preferred. Family Makes Us Stronger. Our family, your family, one family. Committed to loving, giving, and caring. United in making a difference. We are eager to connect with you! Apply Now to get started at PruittHealth! As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status. For Florida Job Postings Only: For more information regarding Florida’s Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse Education and Awareness, please visit https://info.flclearinghouse.com