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Nursing Jobs in Perkerson, GA

Licensed Practical Nurse

Cambridge Post Acute Care Snellville, GA

General Purpose: Provide direct nursing care to the residents and supervise the day-to-day nursing activities performed by nursing assistants. Such supervision must be in accordance with current Federal, State, and Local standards, guidelines, and regulations that govern our facility, and as may be required by the Director of Nursing to maintain the highest degree of quality care at all times. Essential Job Functions: This facility expects their employees to promote an atmosphere of teamwork with other employees and hospitality and comfort for its residents. Therefore, the following list of duties is not all-inclusive: Administrative Functions Direct the day-to-day functions of the nursing assistants in accordance with rules, regulations, and guidelines that govern the long-term care industry. Confirm that all nursing personnel assigned to you comply with the written policies and procedures established by this facility. Meet with your assigned nursing staff, as well as support personnel, in planning the shift’s services, programs and activities. Verify that all nursing personnel comply with the procedures set forth the in the Nursing Policies and Procedures Manual. Make written and oral reports/recommendations concerning the activities of your shift, as required. Cooperate with other resident services when coordinating nursing services be certain that the resident’s total regimen of care is maintained. Verify that all nursing service personnel are in compliance with their respective job descriptions. Participate in the development, maintenance, and implementation of the facility’s quality assurance program for the nursing department. Participate in surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies. Periodically review the resident’s written discharge plan. Participate in the updating of the resident’s written discharge plan, as required. Assist in planning the nursing portion of the resident’s discharge plan, as necessary. Admit, transfer, and discharge residents, as required. Complete accident/incident reports, as necessary. Charting and Documentation Complete and file required forms/charts upon resident’s admission, transfer, and/or discharge. Encourage attending physicians to review treatment plans, record and sign their orders, progress notes, etc., in accordance with established policies. Receive telephone orders from physicians and record on the Physicians’ Order Form. Transcribe physician’s orders to resident charts, cardex, medication cards, and treatment/care plans, as required. Chart nurses’ notes in an informative and descriptive manner that reflects the care provided to the resident, as well as the resident’s response to care. Record new/changed diet orders. Forward information to the Dietary Department. Report all discrepancies noted concerning physician’s orders, diet change, charting error, etc., to the Nurse Supervisor. Fill out and complete transfer forms in accordance with established procedures. Enter appropriate documentation concerning unauthorized discharges in the resident’s medical record in accordance with established procedures. Perform routine charting duties as required and in accordance with established charting and documentation policies and procedures. Sign and date all entries made in the resident’s medical record. Write nurses’ notes to reflect that the care plan is being followed when administering nursing care or treatment. Medication Administrative Functions Prepare and administer medication as ordered by the physician. Verify the identity of the resident before administering the medication/treatment. Verify that prescribed medication for one resident is not administered to another. Verify that adequate supply of floor stock medications, supplies, and equipment is on hand to meet the nursing needs of the residents. Report needs to the Nurse Supervisor. Order prescribed medications, supplies, and equipment as necessary, and in accordance with established procedures. Verify that narcotic records are accurate for your shift. Notify the Nurse Supervisor of all drug and narcotic discrepancies noted on your shift. Review medication cards for completeness of information, accuracy in the transcription of the physician’s order and adherence to stop order policies. Notify the attending physician of automatic stop orders prior to the last dosage being administered. Immediately notify the Nurse Supervisor and attending physician of any medication administration errors. Nursing Care Functions Deliver and maintain optimum resident care and comfort by demonstrating knowledge and skills of current nursing practices. Promptly respond to call lights and other resident needs. Make rounds with physicians, as necessary. Consult with the resident’s physician in providing the resident’s care, treatment, rehabilitation, etc., as necessary. Review the resident’s chart for specific treatments, medication orders, diets, etc., as necessary. Make periodic checks to confirm that prescribed treatments are being properly administered by CNAs and to evaluate the resident’s physical and emotional status. Notify the resident’s attending physician when the resident is involved in an accident or incident. Notify the resident’s attending physician and responsible party when there is a change in the resident’s condition. Administer professional services such as: catheterization, tube feedings, suction, applying and changing dressings/bandages, packs, colostomy, and drainage bags, taking blood, giving massages and range of motion exercises, care for the dead/dying, etc., as required. Monitor seriously ill residents, as necessary. Review care plans daily to confirm that appropriate care is being rendered. Confirm that CNAs are aware of the resident care plans. Verify that the CNAs refer to the resident’s care plan prior to administering daily care to the resident. Other Duties Attend in-service education programs in order to meet facility educational requirements. Be familiar with Standard Precautions, Exposure Control Plan, Fire Drill and Evacuation Procedures and know how to use the information. Maintain confidentiality of resident and facility records/information. Protect residents from neglect, mistreatment, and abuse. Protect the personal property of the residents of the facility. Others as directed by the supervisor or administrator. Minimum Qualifications: Licensed Practical Nurse with current state license. Excellent technical, assessment and documentation skills. Good Leadership qualities. Organized and detailed in work performance. Good communication skills with excellent self-discipline and patience. Genuine caring for and interest in elderly and disabled people in a nursing facility. Comply with the Residents Rights and Facility Policies and Procedures. Perform work tasks within the physical demand requirements as outlined below. Perform Essential Duties as outlined above.

Clinical Educator (RN) - Inpatient Medical Unit at Hughes Spalding Hospital

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 7:00 AM Shift End Time 3:30 AM 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 Assesses, plans, coordinates, implements, and evaluates education for clinical employees which promotes clinical and professional development resulting in improved quality of care for patients and families. Performs duties associated with clinical practice, professional development, leadership and quality, and evidence-based practice. Develops and implements education plan for assigned unit to proactively support delivery of safe patient care. Experience 3 years of pediatric experience Preferred Qualifications Specialty certification or equivalent experience Nursing Professional Development (NPD) certification Master’s degree preferred. Experience in pediatric designated specialty area Experience in patient/family, clinical or community education Education Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Certification Summary Licensure as a Registered Nurse in the single state of Georgia or multi-state through the Enhanced Nurse Compact Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association within 30 days of employment or upon start of clinical shift if working in the Emergency Department (ED) Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) or Pediatric Emergency Assessment Recognition and Stabilization (PEARS) certification from the American Heart Association within 1 year of employment as required by department specifications Professional Nursing certification deemed by department required upon one year of hire Knowledge Skills & Abilities Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Strong presentation skills to showcase credibility and effectiveness. Basic knowledge of adult learning principles in the design of educational activities to provide quality training materials. Proficiency in using professional technology tools such as Microsoft Office Suite and Learning Management System (LMS). Job Responsibilities Orientation/Onboarding Facilitates onboarding of new employees which includes the process of orienting, socializing and integrating an employee to the organization with a focus on retention and growth. Develops and implements an individualized orientation plan to guide new employees to job competency or existing employees to changing roles and responsibilities. The orientation plan should align with system orientation programs such as but not limited to Patient Care Provider Orientation, Nurse Residency Program, PEDS Program. Coordinates logistics of orientation keeping all stakeholders informed. Competency Management Develops, coordinates, manages, evaluates, and documents expected outcomes and objectives to support the dynamic process of competency assessment, learning, and change. Promotes compliance with regulatory bodies standards, including the maintenance of educational records. Utilizes novice to expert continuum with developing employees. Education Aligns educational programs with organizational and strategic plans to include quality and safety trends. Conducts learning needs assessments and practices gap analyses through environmental scanning to achieve specific outcomes in identified deficits or opportunities for improvement in knowledge, skill, or attitude. Conducts educational planning to include continuing nursing education (CNE) or inter-professional continuing education, if desired, in accordance with accrediting agency requirements. Identifies desired outcomes and plans, designs, and delivers learning activities using adult learning concepts and instructional design principles to achieve specific outcomes for identified target audiences, which may include license and non-licensed healthcare personnel. Evaluates learning outcomes and revises educational activities and orientation programs based on data and feedback. Monitors resource allocation and utilization by considering cost-effectiveness of educational activities. Documents provided educational activities using LEAN methodology and Children’s current Learning Management System (LMS). Demonstrates proficiency in the use of Children’s LMS. Professional Role Development Advances the profession by identifying and developing strategies to facilitate a continuous process of role maturation for self and others. Fosters a culture of lifelong learning and professional development through role-modeling, mentoring and guidance. Promotes growth and development of leadership skills, accountability, clinical decision making, and problem-solving within self and others. Maintains clinical knowledge, skills and competence in the patient care setting as evidenced by the ability to deliver proficient direct age and developmentally appropriate safe patient care. (Examples of direct care could be side-by-side or group precepting of new nurses, providing clinical expertise in the practice setting, taking a patient assignment and/or acting as charge or resource nurse.) Engages in organizational committees (i.e. TEACH) and/or shared governance councils. Introduces and supports new ideas and initiatives; exhibits creativity and flexibility in times of change. Partners with leadership team to provide performance feedback during orientation and beyond to guide and direct employee role maturation and career development and advancement. Research/EBP/Quality Incorporate research, evidence-based practice (EBP), practice-based evidence and benchmarked best-practices into educational planning and to guide practice decisions. Participates in development and implementation of departmental process improvement plans and quality measurements. Collaborative Partnership Collaborates with partners and stakeholders to share expertise in planning and decision-making to achieve desired results. Supports academic and community partnerships. 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 35 Jesse Hill Jr Dr SE Job Family Nursing-Bedside