RN NICU Full-time
Northeast Georgia Health System

Registered Nurse RN - NICU - Full Time Nights

Northeast Georgia Health System Gainesville, GA
Job Category: Nursing - Registered Nurse Work Shift/Schedule: 12 Hr Evening - Morning Northeast Georgia Health System is rooted in a foundation of improving the health of our communities. About the Role: Department Overview The Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Gainesville is licensed for 26 beds with flex bed capacity of 35 that primarily provides care for premature and term neonates. Treatments are performed under the orders of NGMC credentialed physicians, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners who have privileges to practice at NGMC; and within the policies and procedures of NGMC and the scope of practice for registered nurses and respiratory therapists as defined by State of Georgia. Level III Mechanical ventilation High Frequency Oscillator Ventilation (HFOV) Inhaled Nitric Oxide (NO) Level II capabilities plus: Provide sustained life support Provide comprehensive care for infants born before 32 weeks of gestation and weigh less than 1,500 grams and infants born at all gestational ages and birth weights with critical illness Provide prompt and readily available access to a full range of respiratory support that may include conventional mechanical ventilation and/or high frequency ventilation and inhaled nitric oxide Perform advanced imaging, with interpretation on an urgent basis, including computerized tomography, magnetic resonance imaging and echocardiography Patients are cared for in the following Neonatal Units: Transition Nursery (Nursery A), Intermediate Care Nursery, Special Care Nursery, and Intensive Care Nursery. Job Summary Capable clinician with previous specialty experience preferred, focused on expanding knowledge and skills. Consistently provides effective direct care as part of the interdisciplinary team to a variety of complex patients. Seeks as well as provides feedback for improved clinical practice. Assumes a beginning clinical bedside leadership role and seeks mentoring in this process. Participates as a member on PNGC councils and Nursing Quality Teams as appropriate. Actively participates on Unit Council helping with plans to improve NDNQI nursing sensitive indicators, RN Satisfaction, Employee Engagement, Culture of Safety, and Patient Experience data. Works together with other care team members to recruit and retain an excellent nursing care team. For the new graduate clinical RN: focuses primarily on developing knowledge and skills and showing growth in ability to care for increasingly complex patients. Responsible for providing direct and safe patient care based on the nursing process, and for coordinating care for assigned patients on a shift to promote the achievement of clinical outcomes. Requires consultation with more experienced clinicians and accepts feedback as a constructive professional development tool. Minimum Job Qualifications Licensure or other certifications: Licensed to practice as an RN in Georgia. Educational Requirements: Associate's Degree, ADN or Diploma required Minimum Experience: At least 1 year of RN experience – Demonstrated competence in RN I performance expectations or meets experience requirements upon hire Other: Preferred Job Qualifications Preferred Licensure or other certifications: BSN Preferred Educational Requirements: Preferred Experience: Other: Job Specific and Unique Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Delivery of safe, effective, efficient care that meets population specific guidelines Actively works to make own and related teams successful, effectively communicates with patients, families and colleagues at all levels, shows consideration and respect or others and fosters customer service Effectively prioritizes, recognizes problems, and utilizes evidence based practice Demonstrates personal mastery, leadership of self and others, as appropriate, delegates appropriately, and supports NGHS shared governance model Basic computer skills necessary to operate computer systems used on unit Essential Tasks and Responsibilities Transformational Leadership Demonstrates competence in RN I performance expectations in addition to: Serves as a highly engaged and full partner on the care team and responds willingly to care team member needs for assistance. Adapts to change and demonstrates flexibility Leads interdisciplinary rounds to facilitate appropriateness of care and smooth transitions across the continuum Positively impacts the work environment by displaying respect for individuals and the organization Exemplary Professional Practice Demonstrates competence in RN I performance expectations in addition to: Effectively applies the nursing process within the framework of the organization’s professional model of care, using the nursing process to meet the clinical, psychosocial, and spiritual needs of the patient and family Demonstrates initiative and seeks formal and informal opportunities to improve clinical practice within specialty area Demonstrates critical thinking in the identification of clinical, social, safety, psychological, ethical and spiritual issues within the episode of care Effectively delegates care as appropriate while retaining accountability for the quality of care given to patients and families Demonstrates the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with all members of the healthcare team including physicians and advanced practice providers; incorporates Safety behavior and error prevention tools Incorporates Sister Simone Roach’s 7 Cs of Caring: Ctheory by incorporating the seven Cs of Caring: Compassion, Competence, Confidence, Conscience, Commitment, Comportment, Creativity into daily work and practice New Knowledge, Innovation & Improvement Demonstrates competence in RN I performance expectations in addition to: Creates an environment of open dialogue, inquiry, and continuous development by asking for feedback and improving practice Identifies opportunities for quality improvement to colleagues and management. Applies evidence-based practice as a regular aspect of professional practice Ensures improvements in the practice setting by assuming responsibility for self-development in life-long learning. Serves as a resource for students Structural Empowerment Demonstrates competence in RN I performance expectations in addition to: Demonstrates an understanding of cultural intelligence, diversity, equity, and inclusion, lateral violence, and impairment and holds peers accountable for healthy relationships Demonstrating deep interdependence by valuing team member contributions, talents, and skills Models safe work hours, time management, efficiency, and stewardship Supports unit-based shared governance activities while on duty Actively participates in unit-based selfcare activities. Continually evaluate work processes with the goal of improvement, to achieve our strategic initiatives Achieves and maintains de-escalation training certification as appropriate for work unit Empirical Outcomes Demonstrates competence in RN I performance expectations in addition to: Supports in quality of care activities, evaluates the quality and effectiveness of nursing practice Supports unit-based activities aimed at the ownership improving the patient’s experience, employee engagement, and/or nurse sensitive indicators on the unit with a focus on improvement Physical Demands Weight Lifted: Up to 100 lbs, Occasionally 0-30% of time Weight Carried: Up to 50 lbs, Occasionally 0-30% of time Vision: Moderate, Frequently 31-65% of time Kneeling/Stooping/Bending: Frequently 31-65% of time Standing/Walking: Frequently 31-65% of time Pushing/Pulling: Frequently 31-65% of time Intensity of Work: Frequently 31-65% of time Job Requires: Reading, Writing, Reasoning, Talking, Keyboarding Working at NGHS means being part of something special: a team invested in you as a person, an employee, and in helping you reach your goals. NGHS: Opportunities start here. Northeast Georgia Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.
RN CVICU Full-time
Northeast Georgia Health System

Registered Nurse RN - Cardiac ICU - Full Time Nights

Northeast Georgia Health System Gainesville, GA
Job Category: Nursing - Registered Nurse Work Shift/Schedule: 12 Hr Evening - Morning Northeast Georgia Health System is rooted in a foundation of improving the health of our communities. About the Role: Department Overview The Cardiac ICU is a 24 bed inpatient unit with bedside monitors for hemodynamic monitoring. The unit provides comprehensive care to cardiac/vascular/surgical patients requiring intense monitoring and nursing care. Patient care in the Cardiac ICU includes early detection and prevention of complications, management of complex physiological problems, patient/family education and family psychosocial support systems. The unit’s focus is patients requiring cardiac and vascular surgery, TAVR (Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement), Mitral Clips, ECMO (extracorporeal membrane oxygenation), CRRT (continuous renal replacement therapy), ventricular assist device (VAD), IABP (intra-aortic balloon pump), Impella, and advanced ventilator management. Patients on this unit include: • Critically ill, unstable patients in the need of intensive treatment such as ventilator support and continuous vasoactive drug therapy. • Patients who may qualify for Priority 1 include those who suffer from reversible disease or acute illness and are admitted for aggressive medical/surgical treatment that cannot be provided elsewhere in the hospital. Some examples are patients with: • Cardiovascular surgeries • Vascular surgeries • Extra Corporeal Membrane Oxygenation treatment • Ventricular Assist Device implantation • Unstable patients having undergone cardiac interventions • Unstable cardiac or vascular patients • Hemodynamically unstable patients requiring invasive monitoring and/or close observation • Critically ill patients >15 years of age Job Summary Capable clinician with previous specialty experience preferred, focused on expanding knowledge and skills. Consistently provides effective direct care as part of the interdisciplinary team to a variety of complex patients. Seeks as well as provides feedback for improved clinical practice. Assumes a beginning clinical bedside leadership role and seeks mentoring in this process. Participates as a member on PNGC councils and Nursing Quality Teams as appropriate. Actively participates on Unit Council helping with plans to improve NDNQI nursing sensitive indicators, RN Satisfaction, Employee Engagement, Culture of Safety, and Patient Experience data. Works together with other care team members to recruit and retain an excellent nursing care team. For the new graduate clinical RN: focuses primarily on developing knowledge and skills and showing growth in ability to care for increasingly complex patients. Responsible for providing direct and safe patient care based on the nursing process, and for coordinating care for assigned patients on a shift to promote the achievement of clinical outcomes. Requires consultation with more experienced clinicians and accepts feedback as a constructive professional development tool. Minimum Job Qualifications Licensure or other certifications: Licensed to practice as an RN in Georgia. Educational Requirements: Associate's Degree, ADN or Diploma required Minimum Experience: At least 1 year of RN experience – Demonstrated competence in RN I performance expectations or meets experience requirements upon hire Other: Preferred Job Qualifications Preferred Licensure or other certifications: BSN Preferred Educational Requirements: Preferred Experience: Other: Job Specific and Unique Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Delivery of safe, effective, efficient care that meets population specific guidelines Actively works to make own and related teams successful, effectively communicates with patients, families and colleagues at all levels, shows consideration and respect or others and fosters customer service Effectively prioritizes, recognizes problems, and utilizes evidence based practice Demonstrates personal mastery, leadership of self and others, as appropriate, delegates appropriately, and supports NGHS shared governance model Basic computer skills necessary to operate computer systems used on unit Essential Tasks and Responsibilities Transformational Leadership Demonstrates competence in RN I performance expectations in addition to: Serves as a highly engaged and full partner on the care team and responds willingly to care team member needs for assistance. Adapts to change and demonstrates flexibility Leads interdisciplinary rounds to facilitate appropriateness of care and smooth transitions across the continuum Positively impacts the work environment by displaying respect for individuals and the organization Exemplary Professional Practice Demonstrates competence in RN I performance expectations in addition to: Effectively applies the nursing process within the framework of the organization’s professional model of care, using the nursing process to meet the clinical, psychosocial, and spiritual needs of the patient and family Demonstrates initiative and seeks formal and informal opportunities to improve clinical practice within specialty area Demonstrates critical thinking in the identification of clinical, social, safety, psychological, ethical and spiritual issues within the episode of care Effectively delegates care as appropriate while retaining accountability for the quality of care given to patients and families Demonstrates the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with all members of the healthcare team including physicians and advanced practice providers; incorporates Safety behavior and error prevention tools Incorporates Sister Simone Roach’s 7 Cs of Caring: Ctheory by incorporating the seven Cs of Caring: Compassion, Competence, Confidence, Conscience, Commitment, Comportment, Creativity into daily work and practice New Knowledge, Innovation & Improvement Demonstrates competence in RN I performance expectations in addition to: Creates an environment of open dialogue, inquiry, and continuous development by asking for feedback and improving practice Identifies opportunities for quality improvement to colleagues and management. Applies evidence-based practice as a regular aspect of professional practice Ensures improvements in the practice setting by assuming responsibility for self-development in life-long learning. Serves as a resource for students Structural Empowerment Demonstrates competence in RN I performance expectations in addition to: Demonstrates an understanding of cultural intelligence, diversity, equity, and inclusion, lateral violence, and impairment and holds peers accountable for healthy relationships Demonstrating deep interdependence by valuing team member contributions, talents, and skills Models safe work hours, time management, efficiency, and stewardship Supports unit-based shared governance activities while on duty Actively participates in unit-based selfcare activities. Continually evaluate work processes with the goal of improvement, to achieve our strategic initiatives Achieves and maintains de-escalation training certification as appropriate for work unit Empirical Outcomes Demonstrates competence in RN I performance expectations in addition to: Supports in quality of care activities, evaluates the quality and effectiveness of nursing practice Supports unit-based activities aimed at the ownership improving the patient’s experience, employee engagement, and/or nurse sensitive indicators on the unit with a focus on improvement Physical Demands Weight Lifted: Up to 100 lbs, Occasionally 0-30% of time Weight Carried: Up to 50 lbs, Occasionally 0-30% of time Vision: Moderate, Frequently 31-65% of time Kneeling/Stooping/Bending: Frequently 31-65% of time Standing/Walking: Frequently 31-65% of time Pushing/Pulling: Frequently 31-65% of time Intensity of Work: Frequently 31-65% of time Job Requires: Reading, Writing, Reasoning, Talking, Keyboarding Working at NGHS means being part of something special: a team invested in you as a person, an employee, and in helping you reach your goals. NGHS: Opportunities start here. Northeast Georgia Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.
RN Full-time
Northeast Georgia Health System

Registered Nurse RN - Stress Lab - FT Days

Northeast Georgia Health System Gainesville, GA
Job Category: Nursing - Registered Nurse Work Shift/Schedule: 10 Hr Morning - Afternoon Northeast Georgia Health System is rooted in a foundation of improving the health of our communities. About the Role: Job Summary Capable clinician with previous specialty experience preferred, focused on expanding knowledge and skills. Consistently provides effective direct care as part of the interdisciplinary team to a variety of complex patients. Seeks as well as provides feedback for improved clinical practice. Assumes a beginning clinical bedside leadership role and seeks mentoring in this process. Participates as a member on PNGC councils and Nursing Quality Teams as appropriate. Actively participates on Unit Council helping with plans to improve NDNQI nursing sensitive indicators, RN Satisfaction, Employee Engagement, Culture of Safety, and Patient Experience data. Works together with other care team members to recruit and retain an excellent nursing care team. For the new graduate clinical RN: focuses primarily on developing knowledge and skills and showing growth in ability to care for increasingly complex patients. Responsible for providing direct and safe patient care based on the nursing process, and for coordinating care for assigned patients on a shift to promote the achievement of clinical outcomes. Requires consultation with more experienced clinicians and accepts feedback as a constructive professional development tool. Minimum Job Qualifications Licensure or other certifications: Licensed to practice as an RN in Georgia. Current National Professional Certification required. Educational Requirements: Bachelor's Degree, BSN Minimum Experience: BSN with 5 years of RN experience. MSN with 3 years of RN experience. Demonstrated competence in RN III performance expectations or meets experience requirements upon hire. NGHS Classes attendance required: Clinical Preceptor Course, Advanced Preceptor Course, DPM Huddle Facilitation Class, Charge Nurse Development Course (ANPD Frontline Nurse Leader Program.) Other: Preferred Job Qualifications Preferred Licensure or other certifications: Preferred Educational Requirements: Preferred Experience: Other: Job Specific and Unique Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Delivery of safe, effective, efficient care that meets population specific guidelines Actively works to make own and related teams successful, effectively communicates with patients, families and colleagues at all levels, shows consideration and respect or others and fosters customer service Effectively prioritizes, recognizes problems, and utilizes evidence based practice Demonstrates personal mastery, leadership of self and others, as appropriate, delegates appropriately, and supports NGHS shared governance model Basic computer skills necessary to operate computer systems used on unit Essential Tasks and Responsibilities Transformational Leadership Demonstrates competence in RN III performance expectations in addition to: • Serves as a charge nurse and as a leader in clinical nursing practice, identifying patient- and staff-focused opportunities for improvement, participating in the peer review process, and leading the change process. • Participates in 2 NGMC committee/councils • In partnership with management, assumes formal leadership responsibilities for creating and maintaining a healthy work environment, quality improvement, evidence-based practice, new graduate and/or new hire on-boarding, or other key functional assignment area that enhances the quality of patient care and the practice or the practice environment Exemplary Professional Practice Demonstrates competence in RN III performance expectations in addition to: • Leads the unit in the application of national and organizational best practices to improve patient safety, quality, and satisfaction. • Identifies ethical situations within patient care or within the workforce and leads the effort to mitigate as appropriate • Exemplifies Sister Simone Roach’s theory by incorporating the seven Cs of Caring: Compassion, Competence, Confidence, Conscience, Commitment, Comportment, Creativity into unit-based activities New Knowledge, Innovation & Improvement Demonstrates competence in RN III performance expectations in addition to: • Seeks opportunity to share knowledge and expertise with other members of the healthcare team beyond clinical unit • Serves as a leader in clinical quality improvement and the integration of evidence-based practice in the care setting to improve quality, patient safety, and satisfaction • Demonstrates knowledge of performance improvement tools and techniques and leads evidence-based performance improvement initiatives on the unit. • Assists in Continuously assesses the environment for opportunities for clinical and workplace quality improvement. Developing and coordinating unit-based education, in- services, and skills validation • Serves as an advanced preceptor • Mentors and coaches clinical preceptors • Assists the unit leader in setting regular clinical and workplace quality priorities Structural Empowerment Demonstrates competence in RN III performance expectations in addition to: • Coaches colleagues on cultural intelligence and addresses workplace horizontal lateral violence and impairment • Role models selfcare techniques and resilient behavior • Supports and encourages Leads unit-based shared governance activities and participation • Actively participates in identifying and developing unit-based workplace violence reduction initiatives• Empirical Outcomes Demonstrates competence in RN III performance expectations in addition to: • Serves as a unit-based champion (e.g., diabetes, falls, wound, CAUTI, CLABSI, SSI, HCAHPS, IT, etc.); completes unit- based audits and follows-up with staff accordingly to achieve positive outcomes • Assumes ownership and Leads unit-based activities aimed at ownership for improving the patient’s experience, employee engagement, and/or nurse sensitive indicators on the unit, and achieves with a focus on demonstrated year-over-year improvement in outcome metrics. Improvement • Leads quality of care activities utilizing A3 thinking, evaluates the quality and effectiveness of nursing practice Physical Demands Weight Lifted: Up to 100 lbs, Occasionally 0-30% of time Weight Carried: Up to 50 lbs, Occasionally 0-30% of time Vision: Moderate, Frequently 31-65% of time Kneeling/Stooping/Bending: Frequently 31-65% of time Standing/Walking: Frequently 31-65% of time Pushing/Pulling: Frequently 31-65% of time Intensity of Work: Frequently 31-65% of time Job Requires: Reading, Writing, Reasoning, Talking, Keyboarding Working at NGHS means being part of something special: a team invested in you as a person, an employee, and in helping you reach your goals. NGHS: Opportunities start here. Northeast Georgia Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.
LPN Full-time
Northeast Georgia Health System

LPN - Long Term Care - New Horizons Habersham - Full Time Days

Northeast Georgia Health System Demorest, GA
Job Category: Nursing - LPN Work Shift/Schedule: 12 Hr Morning - Evening Northeast Georgia Health System is rooted in a foundation of improving the health of our communities. About the Role: Job Summary This position will care for patients in the adult and geriatric age groups. Employee performs clinical duties in accordance with population specific guidelines and adheres to National Patient Safety Goals as outlined in policy and procedures. Minimum Job Qualifications Licensure or other certifications: Licensed to practice as an LPN in Georgia. Current BLS certification required or must be obtained within 30 days of hire. Educational Requirements: High School Diploma or GED Minimum Experience: A minimum of two (2) years clinical nursing experience with emphasis on care of adults in acute care medical and surgical areas is required for Hospice. A minimum of two (2) years clinical nursing experience with emphasis on care of adults in acute care medical and surgical areas is strongly preferred for Long Term Care. Other: Graduate from a state approved LPN school of nursing. Preferred Job Qualifications Preferred Licensure or other certifications: Preferred Educational Requirements: Preferred Experience: Other: Job Specific and Unique Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Demonstrates knowledge appropriate to care for adult and geriatric patient populations specific to unit of practice Meets all certification requirements defined by unit (i.e. BLS, ACLS, PALS). Demonstrates critical thinking skills Demonstrates sound clinical skills and judgment Basic computer skills necessary to operate computer systems used on unit Essential Tasks and Responsibilities: LTC LPN Assesses the patient’s physical and emotional needs and provides appropriate care and intervention. Monitors resident for changes in condition. Reports changes to Physician, Responsible Party, Nurse Supervisor, and other appropriate health professionals. Performs ongoing assessment and communicates assessment and plan of care through written documentation and verbal reports. Correctly administers and documents medication regime. Participates with instruction and education to resident and/or family to help insure safe and appropriate discharge. Contributes to resident safety by: utilizing principles of asepsis in all resident contact, providing a safe resident environment (i.e., Call light within reach, side rails up, etc.), maintaining properly functioning equipment and adhering to infection control policies and procedures. Assesses the status of all residents nursing care of the facility and consults with medical staff as needed. Identifies and implements infection control and safety practices Participates in the orientation of other employees. Organizes patient care and demonstrates ability to set priorities by addressing acute needs first and implementing Physicians’ orders within appropriate time frame. Assists in coordination of residents for admissions, transfers and discharges. Evaluates and monitors, utilization of equipment and supplies. Makes sure that adequate supplies stocked on the units and all residents charges are appropriately recorded. Regularly checks emergency equipment to see if they are in proper working order and that sufficient supplies are at hand. Helps keep the unit safe, clean and attractive by reporting to housekeeping any major problems and reporting to maintenance any safety issues. Area/Unit Specific Essential Tasks and Responsibilities: Hospice Plans nursing visits in accordance with agency policy and implements all aspects of the maintenance of current POT, including documentation in accordance with the orders as scheduled with no more than two variances, annually. Responds appropriately to emergency situations as indicated by the assessment findings and nature of the patient’s condition, in accordance with service policy and procedure. Provides hospice aide/homemaker duties and continuous care to appropriate patients when assigned. The LPN assists with the collection of data from a variety of sources to enhance clinical decisions about treatments and nursing interventions. The LPN provides feedback to the registered nurse in the development of nursing diagnoses and carries out the established plan of care and documents reassessments, interventions and patients’ responses to interventions. The LPN carries out therapeutic interventions established in the interdisciplinary plan of care. The LPN provides feedback to the registered nurse continuously in the evaluation of interventions and treatments and how they affect patient health status and expected outcomes. The LPN supports the evaluation of care activities, education and practice environments to ensure the provision of safe, quality care. The LPN participates in educational activities to improve clinical knowledge and enhance role performance. Physical Demands Weight Lifted: Up to 50 lbs, Frequently 31-65% of time Weight Carried: Up to 20 lbs, Frequently 31-65% of time Vision: Heavy, Constantly 66-100% of time Kneeling/Stooping/Bending: Frequently 31-65% Standing/Walking: Constantly 66-100% Pushing/Pulling: Frequently 31-65% Intensity of Work: Constantly 66-100% Job Requires: Reading, Writing, Reasoning, Talking, Keyboarding Working at NGHS means being part of something special: a team invested in you as a person, an employee, and in helping you reach your goals. NGHS: Opportunities start here. Northeast Georgia Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.
RN Labor and Delivery Part-time
Northeast Georgia Health System

Register Nurse RN - Labor & Delivery - Mother /Baby Resource Pool - PRN Shift Varies

Northeast Georgia Health System Gainesville, GA
Job Category: Nursing - Registered Nurse Work Shift/Schedule: Varies Northeast Georgia Health System is rooted in a foundation of improving the health of our communities. About the Role: Job Summary Capable clinician with previous specialty experience preferred, focused on expanding knowledge and skills. Consistently provides effective direct care as part of the interdisciplinary team to a variety of complex patients. Seeks as well as provides feedback for improved clinical practice. Assumes a beginning clinical bedside leadership role and seeks mentoring in this process. Is a professional member of VOICE professional nursing shared governance providing feedback on issues being addressed at meetings. Participates as a member on VOICE councils and Nursing Quality Teams as appropriate. Actively participates on Unit Council helping with plans to improve NDNQI nursing sensitive indicators, RN Satisfaction, Employee Engagement, Culture of Safety, and Patient Experience data. Works together with other care team members to recruit and retain an excellent nursing care team. For the new graduate clinical RN: focuses primarily on developing knowledge and skills and showing growth in ability to care for increasingly complex patients. Responsible for providing direct and safe patient care based on the nursing process, and for coordinating care for assigned patients on a shift to promote the achievement of clinical outcomes. Requires consultation with more experienced clinicians and accepts feedback as a constructive professional development tool. Minimum Job Qualifications Licensure or other certifications: Licensed to practice as an RN in Georgia Educational Requirements: Associates Degree Minimum Experience: At least 2 years of RN experience – Demonstrated competence in RN I performance expectations or meets experience requirements upon hire Other: Preferred Job Qualifications Preferred Licensure or other certifications: National certification in clinical specialty Preferred Educational Requirements: Bachelor of Nursing Degree Preferred Experience: Long Term Care: One year experience Other: Membership is professional organization Job Specific and Unique Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Delivery of safe, effective, efficient care that meets population specific guidelines Actively works to make own and related teams successful, effectively communicates with patients, families and colleagues at all levels, shows consideration and respect or others and fosters customer service Effectively prioritizes, recognizes problems, and utilizes evidence based practice Demonstrates personal mastery, leadership of self and others, as appropriate, delegates appropriately, and supports NGHS shared governance model Basic computer skills necessary to operate computer systems used on unit Essential Tasks and Responsibilities Clinical Skills and Knowledge: Demonstrates basic assessment skills. Demonstrates the 5 rights of medication administration. Manages care for basic patient assignment and progresses to care for increasingly complex patients. Accurately documents all aspects of the nursing process using the electronic medical record as applicable. Understands and complies with all DNV standards. Accesses and follows polices. Evaluates patient response to interventions and adjusts plan of care appropriately. Consistently coordinates interdisciplinary care. Uses resources effectively to reduce waste. Participates in PI processes. Participates in maintaining and monitoring the work environment to ensure compliance with DNV regulations. Coordinates discharge planning. Actively contributes to a culture of safety within the organization. Interpersonal Skills and Relationships: Includes the patient and family in patient care. Provides effective education appropriate for the learning needs of patient/ family. Demonstrates appropriate customer service behaviors. Participates in organizational and unit based customer service initiatives. Critical Thinking Skills and Innovation: Plans patient care based on assessment. Displays basic prioritization and time management skills. Evaluates patient’s response to interventions and seeks support to adjust the plan of care. Utilizes resources on the unit to increase understanding of the care of unfamiliar patient populations. Recognizes signs of deteriorating patient and accesses appropriate resources. Reads nursing research/EBP articles. Participates in discharge planning with increasing responsibility and coordination. Demonstrates the ability to rapidly recognize and anticipate changes in patient status and takes appropriate action while maintaining professional composure. Recognizes existence of nursing practice trends and questions care as it relates to evidence based practice. Consistently and independently prioritizes patient care. Leadership and Professional Development: Supports unit goals. Demonstrates support of shared governance through awareness of initiatives. Completes a professional development plan and shows progress on personal learning goals. Supervises and ensures completion of task assigned to ancillary/support staff. Participates in the enhancement of the nursing profession and supporting the community. Appropriately delegates tasks. Seeks resources by actively consulting with the interdisciplinary team. Demonstrates support of shared governance through awareness of initiatives and by providing input. Serves in a unit leadership role(s). Serves as the Nurse in Charge as necessary fulfilling the following responsibilities: a. patient flow, b. matches given resources to patients for shift, c. escalates concerns using the chain of command. Physical Demands Weight Lifted: Up to 100 lbs, Occasionally 0-30% of time Weight Carried: Up to 50 lbs, Occasionally 0-30% of time Vision: Moderate, Frequently 31-65% of time Kneeling/Stooping/Bending: Frequently 31-65% Standing/Walking: Frequently 31-65% Pushing/Pulling: Frequently 31-65% Intensity of Work: Frequently 31-65% Job Requires: Reading, Writing, Reasoning, Talking, Keyboarding Working at NGHS means being part of something special: a team invested in you as a person, an employee, and in helping you reach your goals. NGHS: Opportunities start here. Northeast Georgia Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.
RN Part-time
Northeast Georgia Health System

RN - Registered Nurse - Long Term Care - New Horizons Limestone - PRN

Northeast Georgia Health System Gainesville, GA
Job Category: Nursing - Registered Nurse Work Shift/Schedule: 12 Hr Afternoon - Morning Northeast Georgia Health System is rooted in a foundation of improving the health of our communities. About the Role: Job Summary Capable clinician with previous specialty experience preferred, focused on expanding knowledge and skills. Consistently provides effective direct care as part of the interdisciplinary team to a variety of complex patients. Seeks as well as provides feedback for improved clinical practice. Assumes a beginning clinical bedside leadership role and seeks mentoring in this process. Is a professional member of VOICE professional nursing shared governance providing feedback on issues being addressed at meetings. Participates as a member on VOICE councils and Nursing Quality Teams as appropriate. Actively participates on Unit Council helping with plans to improve NDNQI nursing sensitive indicators, RN Satisfaction, Employee Engagement, Culture of Safety, and Patient Experience data. Works together with other care team members to recruit and retain an excellent nursing care team. For the new graduate clinical RN: focuses primarily on developing knowledge and skills and showing growth in ability to care for increasingly complex patients. Responsible for providing direct and safe patient care based on the nursing process, and for coordinating care for assigned patients on a shift to promote the achievement of clinical outcomes. Requires consultation with more experienced clinicians and accepts feedback as a constructive professional development tool. Minimum Job Qualifications Licensure or other certifications: Licensed to practice as an RN in Georgia Educational Requirements: Associates Degree Minimum Experience: Other: One year of experience as a professional RN. New graduate RNs or those with less than one year of experience will be referred to the RN Residency Program. Preferred Job Qualifications Preferred Licensure or other certifications: National certification in clinical specialty Preferred Educational Requirements: Bachelor of Nursing Degree Preferred Experience: Long Term Care: One year experience Other: Membership is professional organization Job Specific and Unique Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Delivery of safe, effective, efficient care that meets population specific guidelines Actively works to make own and related teams successful, effectively communicates with patients, families and colleagues at all levels, shows consideration and respect or others and fosters customer service Effectively prioritizes, recognizes problems, and utilizes evidence based practice Demonstrates personal mastery, leadership of self and others, as appropriate, delegates appropriately, and supports NGHS shared governance model Basic computer skills necessary to operate computer systems used on unit Essential Tasks and Responsibilities Clinical Skills and Knowledge: Demonstrates basic assessment skills. Demonstrates the 5 rights of medication administration. Manages care for basic patient assignment and progresses to care for increasingly complex patients. Accurately documents all aspects of the nursing process using the electronic medical record as applicable. Understands and complies with all DNV standards. Accesses and follows polices. Evaluates patient response to interventions and adjusts plan of care appropriately. Consistently coordinates interdisciplinary care. Uses resources effectively to reduce waste. Participates in PI processes. Participates in maintaining and monitoring the work environment to ensure compliance with DNV regulations. Coordinates discharge planning. Actively contributes to a culture of safety within the organization. Interpersonal Skills and Relationships: Includes the patient and family in patient care. Provides effective education appropriate for the learning needs of patient/ family. Demonstrates appropriate customer service behaviors. Participates in organizational and unit based customer service initiatives. Critical Thinking Skills and Innovation: Plans patient care based on assessment. Displays basic prioritization and time management skills. Evaluates patient’s response to interventions and seeks support to adjust the plan of care. Utilizes resources on the unit to increase understanding of the care of unfamiliar patient populations. Recognizes signs of deteriorating patient and accesses appropriate resources. Reads nursing research/EBP articles. Participates in discharge planning with increasing responsibility and coordination. Demonstrates the ability to rapidly recognize and anticipate changes in patient status and takes appropriate action while maintaining professional composure. Recognizes existence of nursing practice trends and questions care as it relates to evidence based practice. Consistently and independently prioritizes patient care. Leadership and Professional Development: Supports unit goals. Demonstrates support of shared governance through awareness of initiatives. Completes a professional development plan and shows progress on personal learning goals. Supervises and ensures completion of task assigned to ancillary/support staff. Participates in the enhancement of the nursing profession and supporting the community. Appropriately delegates tasks. Seeks resources by actively consulting with the interdisciplinary team. Demonstrates support of shared governance through awareness of initiatives and by providing input. Serves in a unit leadership role(s). Serves as the Nurse in Charge as necessary fulfilling the following responsibilities: a. patient flow, b. matches given resources to patients for shift, c. escalates concerns using the chain of command. Physical Demands Weight Lifted: Up to 100 lbs, Occasionally 0-30% of time Weight Carried: Up to 50 lbs, Occasionally 0-30% of time Vision: Moderate, Frequently 31-65% of time Kneeling/Stooping/Bending: Frequently 31-65% Standing/Walking: Frequently 31-65% Pushing/Pulling: Frequently 31-65% Intensity of Work: Frequently 31-65% Job Requires: Reading, Writing, Reasoning, Talking, Keyboarding Working at NGHS means being part of something special: a team invested in you as a person, an employee, and in helping you reach your goals. NGHS: Opportunities start here. Northeast Georgia Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.
RN ICU Manager/Supervisor PCU Full-time
Northeast Georgia Health System

Nurse Manager-Inpatient Neuro Critical Care and Neuro Intermediate Care Units-Gainesville Campus

Northeast Georgia Health System Gainesville, GA
Job Category: Nursing - Registered Nurse Work Shift/Schedule: Varies Northeast Georgia Health System is rooted in a foundation of improving the health of our communities. About the Role: Job Summary The Nurse Manager (NM) functions as the first-line administrative nurse leader with primary responsibility for overseeing daily patient care operations and budget with 24-hour accountability for care delivery of assigned unit(s). The Nurse Manager must be able to navigate proficiently within the electronic health record and other technological systems, and he/she is required to frequently apply a set of management principles to ensure smooth operations of the department. The Nurse Manager must be capable of independent judgement and decision-making in the areas of budget, personnel, patient services, physician relations, and administrative or professional programs. He/she must be able to clinically assist with patient care and be able to function in the charge role if needed. The Nurse Manager coordinates, evaluates and resolves problems and conflicts as they occur. With support from Charge Nurses, educators, Clinical Nurse Specialists, and other nursing support personnel, the Nurse Manager directly supervises the clinical nursing and ancillary personnel assigned to his/her respective unit(s). He/she ensures and is accountable for the effective daily operation of the nursing unit on 24/7 basis by monitoring all activities necessary to provide consistent high quality patient care, including staffing, equipment, supplies, and services. The Nurse Manager has knowledge of and adheres to the policies, procedures, and regulations that govern nursing practice and must exercise sound, independent judgment in adapting and applying leadership and clinical principles to specific situations as needed. The Nurse Manager relies on experience, judgment, and collaboration with other nurse leaders to plan and accomplish goals. Additionally, the Nurse Manager assists in the advancement of the professional practice environment by communicating the NGHS nursing strategic direction and focuses on activities that support the nursing strategic plan. The Nurse Manager ensures nursing involvement and support for the Professional Nursing Governance structure, including a vibrant Unit Practice Council. The Nurse Manager develops and submits to Director/Executive Director/CNO appropriate capital and operating budgets for approval and is accountable for the achievement of capital and operating budget objectives within areas of responsibility. In conjunction with the Human Resources Department, the Nurse Manager determines human resource needs and develops or assists in the development of programs to maintain and improve the quality and efficiency of the assigned department. He/she recruits, hires, orients, and evaluates performance of all assigned personnel to assure the department is staffed with team members who reflect behaviors and performance consistent with the hospital's mission, vision, and values. The Nurse Manager has the authority to hire, terminate and/or take other disciplinary action as may be deemed appropriate in accordance with hospital policy. He/she develops and administers a master staffing plan for assigned areas in conjunction with approved budget. The Nurse Manager identifies educational and training needs of departmental staff or individual(s) impacting assigned functions and plans with other appropriate staff members for the implementation of training needs. Lastly, the Nurse Manager ensures nursing unit(s) is in a state of continued regulatory readiness by adhering to all appropriate legal and ethical requirements necessary to maintain hospital accreditation and corporate compliance. Minimum Job Qualifications Licensure or other certifications: Licensed to practice as an RN in Georgia. Professional certification in either a clinical or leadership specialty within two years of hire. Educational Requirements: Bachelor's Degree, A degree in Nursing (either BSN or MSN). Minimum Experience: Three to five years as a RN, preferably in an acute care setting. At minimum one year direct supervision of healthcare delivery if in combination with leadership experience outside of nursing (i.e. second career). Other: Professional organization membership within one month of hire into the role. Preferred Job Qualifications Preferred Licensure or other certifications: Preferred Educational Requirements: A Master's Degree (Nursing or other if possessing a BSN) within five years of hire . Preferred Experience: Two years nursing leadership experience. Other: Job Specific and Unique Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Proactive, engaged, visible leader recognized as having excellent follow through on issues impacting care delivery. Computer literacy-advanced computer and data management skills Ability to communicate effectively. Good written and oral communication skills Customer service abilities including effective listening skills. Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision in a fast paced clinical environment. Understanding of budgeting and basic statistical analysis Specialty Certifications Ability to remain calm during stressful situations Skill and ability to instruct, direct and evaluate employees Skill in providing professional “specialty” nursing care to patients Skill in supervision (e.g. hire, train, assign and review work, motivate, prepare performance evaluations and effectively handle disciplinary actions) Skill in adapting nursing care to the emotional needs and behavior of patients Skill in tailoring communication and performance feedback to the individual employee. Skill in preparing written reports Skill in communicating orally with a variety of people answering questions and explaining information and decisions. Never uses only written communication to communicate sensitive information. Skill in coordinating patient care services with other departments. Skill/competency in use of computer software program/systems impact unit performance/management. Computer Literacy- Kronos, Bidshift, Quadramed, Excel, MS Word, Lawson VIP, Accudose Ability to monitor and evaluate nursing care provided to patients Ability to identify, plan and coordinate services within department Ability to provide consultation to staff, patients and the public Ability to direct the training of professional and nonprofessional personnel Ability to understand and maintain financial records and to prepare staff and budget reports Ability to work effectively with a variety of professional and paraprofessional staff Ability to give oral and written instruction in exact detail. Essential Tasks and Responsibilities Actively monitors the quality of care delivered on their unit(s). This monitoring includes performance improvement programming, clinical metrics and any risk managements activities related to clinical care and/or overall departmental operations. Responsible for creating a “Customer-Centric” customer service program. Actively rounds on the unit and works with the Charge Nurses to identify and address patient/family/physician concerns. Interfaces with patients and families to ensure that care is consistent with their expectations and organization quality and customer service expectations. Assesses, coaches and evaluated staff’s level of clinical practice. Ensures that nurses are current in competency, assessments, licensure, certifications, and other annual training. Actively works with his/her leadership team to coach’s staff, recommends and design education and training to meet the clinical needs of the patients/staff served by the unit. Routinely interacts with physician customers. Supports his/her nursing staff in maintaining effective and positive interactions with physicians. Coordinates communication between unit team members and attending physicians or clinical ancillary staff to ensure appropriateness of care and outcome planning for the patients on their unit(s). Coordinates activities by scheduling work assignments, setting priorities, and directing the work of subordinate employees. Participates actively in the planning and distribution of patient assignments Maintains regular ongoing contact/communication with all levels of nursing staff. Responsible for working with leadership team to identify employee strengths, development needs, skills, interpersonal and personal style and relate those to the business needs and challenges faced by the team. Actively supports and promotes a professional practice model that encourages staff participation in the development of clinical standards that is collaborative, collegial and utilizes best practice research. Oversee various personnel actions including, but not limited to, hiring, performance appraisals, disciplinary actions, terminations and other related activities. Collaborate with the reporting leader to determine fiscal requirements of assigned unit, and prepare budgetary recommendations. Monitors the level of resource utilization, both labor and supplies utilized in the delivery of care and ensures that this care is delivered in fiscally responsible and efficient manner. Develops annual strategic goals and objectives in conjunction with the reporting leader to ensure resource efficiency, improve patient satisfaction and Quality patient care delivery. Reviews quality and performance reports to ensure accuracy of data. Actively researches variances and develops appropriate action plans when indicated to reach clinical and financial goals. Maintains required unit records, reports and statistics for administrative purposes, and ensures compliance with established hospital policies, procedures, objectives, quality controls and regulatory standards and requirements. Knowledgeable of organizational policies with respect to work rules and discipline and is responsible for providing progressive discipline to employee when indicated. May provide direct patient care and is responsible for assessing, planning, and evaluating patients. Will conduct daily unit rounds providing a daily opportunity to: Obtain real-time feedback on the clinical services being provided Proactively address potential customer service issues Engage directly with Physician and staff Monitor staff performance/competency and provide feedback in timely manner Assess effectiveness of the staffing plan/assignments Conduct/complete environment of care assessment Successfully completes mentoring class. Assists with mentoring of Registered Nurses when other mentor resources have been assigned. May mentor more as desired. Physical Demands Weight Lifted: Up to 50 lbs, Frequently 31-65% of time Weight Carried: Up to 20 lbs, Occasionally 0-30% of time Vision: Moderate, Frequently 31-65% of time Kneeling/Stooping/Bending: Occasionally 0-30% of time Standing/Walking: Frequently 31-65% of time Pushing/Pulling: Occasionally 0-30% of time Intensity of Work: Frequently 31-65% of time Job Requires: Reading, Writing, Reasoning, Talking, Keyboarding, Driving Working at NGHS means being part of something special: a team invested in you as a person, an employee, and in helping you reach your goals. NGHS: Opportunities start here. Northeast Georgia Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.
RN Labor and Delivery Mother-Baby PACU Full-time
Northeast Georgia Health System

Registered Nurse RN - Labor Delivery Recovery Post Partum LDRP - Full Time Nights

Northeast Georgia Health System Demorest, GA
Job Category: Nursing - Registered Nurse Work Shift/Schedule: 12 Hr Evening - Morning Northeast Georgia Health System is rooted in a foundation of improving the health of our communities. About the Role: Job Summary Capable clinician with previous specialty experience preferred, focused on expanding knowledge and skills. Consistently provides effective direct care as part of the interdisciplinary team to a variety of complex patients. Seeks as well as provides feedback for improved clinical practice. Assumes a beginning clinical bedside leadership role and seeks mentoring in this process. Participates as a member on PNGC councils and Nursing Quality Teams as appropriate. Actively participates on Unit Council helping with plans to improve NDNQI nursing sensitive indicators, RN Satisfaction, Employee Engagement, Culture of Safety, and Patient Experience data. Works together with other care team members to recruit and retain an excellent nursing care team. For the new graduate clinical RN: focuses primarily on developing knowledge and skills and showing growth in ability to care for increasingly complex patients. Responsible for providing direct and safe patient care based on the nursing process, and for coordinating care for assigned patients on a shift to promote the achievement of clinical outcomes. Requires consultation with more experienced clinicians and accepts feedback as a constructive professional development tool. Minimum Job Qualifications Licensure or other certifications: Licensed to practice as an RN in Georgia. Educational Requirements: Associate's Degree, ADN or Diploma required Minimum Experience: At least 1 year of RN experience – Demonstrated competence in RN I performance expectations or meets experience requirements upon hire Other: Preferred Job Qualifications Preferred Licensure or other certifications: BSN Preferred Educational Requirements: Preferred Experience: Other: Job Specific and Unique Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Delivery of safe, effective, efficient care that meets population specific guidelines Actively works to make own and related teams successful, effectively communicates with patients, families and colleagues at all levels, shows consideration and respect or others and fosters customer service Effectively prioritizes, recognizes problems, and utilizes evidence based practice Demonstrates personal mastery, leadership of self and others, as appropriate, delegates appropriately, and supports NGHS shared governance model Basic computer skills necessary to operate computer systems used on unit Essential Tasks and Responsibilities Transformational Leadership Demonstrates competence in RN I performance expectations in addition to: Serves as a highly engaged and full partner on the care team and responds willingly to care team member needs for assistance. Adapts to change and demonstrates flexibility Leads interdisciplinary rounds to facilitate appropriateness of care and smooth transitions across the continuum Positively impacts the work environment by displaying respect for individuals and the organization Exemplary Professional Practice Demonstrates competence in RN I performance expectations in addition to: Effectively applies the nursing process within the framework of the organization’s professional model of care, using the nursing process to meet the clinical, psychosocial, and spiritual needs of the patient and family Demonstrates initiative and seeks formal and informal opportunities to improve clinical practice within specialty area Demonstrates critical thinking in the identification of clinical, social, safety, psychological, ethical and spiritual issues within the episode of care Effectively delegates care as appropriate while retaining accountability for the quality of care given to patients and families Demonstrates the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with all members of the healthcare team including physicians and advanced practice providers; incorporates Safety behavior and error prevention tools Incorporates Sister Simone Roach’s 7 Cs of Caring: Ctheory by incorporating the seven Cs of Caring: Compassion, Competence, Confidence, Conscience, Commitment, Comportment, Creativity into daily work and practice New Knowledge, Innovation & Improvement Demonstrates competence in RN I performance expectations in addition to: Creates an environment of open dialogue, inquiry, and continuous development by asking for feedback and improving practice Identifies opportunities for quality improvement to colleagues and management. Applies evidence-based practice as a regular aspect of professional practice Ensures improvements in the practice setting by assuming responsibility for self-development in life-long learning. Serves as a resource for students Structural Empowerment Demonstrates competence in RN I performance expectations in addition to: Demonstrates an understanding of cultural intelligence, diversity, equity, and inclusion, lateral violence, and impairment and holds peers accountable for healthy relationships Demonstrating deep interdependence by valuing team member contributions, talents, and skills Models safe work hours, time management, efficiency, and stewardship Supports unit-based shared governance activities while on duty Actively participates in unit-based selfcare activities. Continually evaluate work processes with the goal of improvement, to achieve our strategic initiatives Achieves and maintains de-escalation training certification as appropriate for work unit Empirical Outcomes Demonstrates competence in RN I performance expectations in addition to: Supports in quality of care activities, evaluates the quality and effectiveness of nursing practice Supports unit-based activities aimed at the ownership improving the patient’s experience, employee engagement, and/or nurse sensitive indicators on the unit with a focus on improvement Physical Demands Weight Lifted: Up to 100 lbs, Occasionally 0-30% of time Weight Carried: Up to 50 lbs, Occasionally 0-30% of time Vision: Moderate, Frequently 31-65% of time Kneeling/Stooping/Bending: Frequently 31-65% of time Standing/Walking: Frequently 31-65% of time Pushing/Pulling: Frequently 31-65% of time Intensity of Work: Frequently 31-65% of time Job Requires: Reading, Writing, Reasoning, Talking, Keyboarding Working at NGHS means being part of something special: a team invested in you as a person, an employee, and in helping you reach your goals. NGHS: Opportunities start here. Northeast Georgia Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.
RN Full-time
Northeast Georgia Health System

Research Nurse Coordinator RN - Cardiology - 10 hour shift 6:30am-5:00pm

Northeast Georgia Health System Gainesville, GA
Job Category: Nursing - Registered Nurse Work Shift/Schedule: Varies Northeast Georgia Health System is rooted in a foundation of improving the health of our communities. About the Role: Job Summary Responsible for the coordinating, implementing, and evaluating of clinical research trials. This includes all phases of research: Study Initiation, Execution, Completion, and Administration. Maintains appropriate and accurate documentation of patient/study participant evaluation data. Coordinates strategies for recruitment of study participants, enrolls participants, and manages data collection and reporting for institutionally approved research studies. Ensures the requirements are met for subject enrollment and compliance from entry through follow up, investigator participation, data report submission and audits. Minimum Job Qualifications Licensure or other certifications: Current GA RN License. Educational Requirements: Associates Degree. Minimum Experience: Minimum of five (5) years experience in healthcare, preferably cardiology. Other: Preferred Job Qualifications Preferred Licensure or other certifications: Clinical Research Certification or scheduled exam date. Preferred Educational Requirements: Preferred Experience: At least two (2) years experience with the clinical trial process. Other: Job Specific and Unique Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Thorough knowledge of Clinical Research Process Excellent written and verbal communication skills Advanced Computer Skills, including proficiency in Windows, Excel, Word, and competency with databases Remains current in knowledge and skills in clinical research Essential Tasks and Responsibilities Recruits and screens potential study participants. Develops and conducts patient and family education regarding research participation as it relates to diagnosis, treatments, and protocol specifications. Performs subject evaluations, administers investigational product, and provides nursing support. Collects study data, assists in developing data collection tools, study materials, communication and performs departmental in-services. Performs related responsibilities as required. Consults with the Research Manager regarding the study implementation process. Study Initiation: Plan, organize, implement clinical. trials/research studies to effectively meet goals and ensure timely completion of the study. Manage and communicate effectively with Research Manager regarding proposed projects for feasibility, including, analyzing scope of work, cost and responding to inquiries and/or complaints. Review protocol for potential operational issues and make recommendations, as needed. Create informed consents. Submit protocol, informed consents and necessary documents to Institutional Review Board (IRB) for approvals; communicate with IRB on a regular schedule if applicable. Attend IRB meetings for protocol review, as needed. Confirm that all regulatory documents are submitted to sponsor in a timely manner, e.g., 1572, Confidentiality Agreement, clinical trial agreements, IRB approval letter, Financial Disclosures, etc., as needed. Ensure staff resumes and licenses are current. Communicate with Research Manager regarding study initiation needs. Identify needed storage space for study product. Develop study specific materials, e.g., tracking logs, templates, monitoring tools, source documents, study binders, process manuals. Study Execution: Screen potential subjects for enrollment. Explain protocol and informed consents to subject and obtain informed consents for subject participation. Oversee patient enrollment and follow-up. Be available for study “call” if needed. Maintain strong working knowledge of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), FDA regulations, and International Conference on Harmonization/Good Clinical Practice (ICH/GCP) guidelines. Complete Case Report Forms (CRFs) and study related documents, submit documents to sponsor and/or IRB, if applicable. Ensure sponsor required documents are completed, e.g., screening logs, Adverse event (A/E) forms, memo to file, etc. Plan, organize, and participate in site initiation visits and continued monitoring visits. Review the monitoring reports with the Research Manager. Ensure studies are completed on time and within budget. Communicate with outside vendors such as central laboratories, central IRBs, etc. Provide guidance and troubleshoot issues. Proactively address study concerns and develop timely resolutions. Analyze and/or report safety issues, patients care issues, and study design and/or study conduct issues. Ensure that Adverse Events (AE) and Serious Adverse Events (SAE) procedures are followed accurately and within federal regulations and sponsor guidelines. Prepare study reports, e.g., modification, amendments, Investigational New Drug (IND) reports, etc. Perform yearly review of studies, completing yearly documents required by sponsor, IRB and FDA. Review case report forms. Audit regulatory binders. Ensure timely and accurate communication with the sponsor, among research staff, and with the multiple functional areas with Institution, e.g., via regularly scheduled calls, team meetings, etc. Complete status reports and communicate with the sponsor, research staff, Research Manager and Investigator(s). Work with the key functional departments to coordinate the project-related activities to meet project goals and milestones, based on the study design. Ensure study data is submitted on-time to data management for analyses. Ensure the statistical analysis plan is complete, if applicable. Ensure information is available for final study report completion. Communicate with Research Manager regarding resource needs and issues, e.g., supplies, equipment, etc. Study Completion. Complete study close out procedures. Submit closeout documents to sponsor and IRB. Compose year end status report for Research Manager and research staff. Return study product, if applicable. Submit yearly post study documents, as required. Ensure study material are stored and maintained for appropriate time line. Administration. Strong knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. Demonstrate ability to prioritize multiple projects. Proven ability to independently resolve problems. Requires strong attention to detail in composing and proofing materials, establishing priorities, scheduling and meeting deadlines. Work in a fast paced environment with demonstrated ability to perform multiple competing tasks and demands. Work independently, take initiative and complete tasks to deadlines. Assist with maintaining an updated training manual for research. Participate in the training of other research staff as assigned. Track project milestones and report progress and issues to Research Manager. Create and promote positive team morale. Discuss role responsibilities, define performance expectations, provide ongoing feedback and conduct regular performance review (verbal and written) as indicated by company policy with research staff members. Identify skill deficiencies, and appropriate training work experience to eliminate a skill gap. Attend SOP, IRB, GCP, ICH, and FDA training sessions. Attend related courses, seminars, and meetings. Ensure that skills are continually sharpened and that learning and competency building are focused on routinely. Read professional journals and publications to stay abreast of regulations and study management and to learn scientific area. Obtain information from the field on relevant new scientific developments that identifies needs for staff training, if applicable. Serve as a department resource for general study related issues. Create and/or deliver project specific training to ensure adequate training specific to project requirement, e.g., project overview, study protocol information. Assist in providing/obtaining training that is role specific, e.g., monitoring GCP, ICH, SOPs and FDA. Provide needed assistance as requested to effectively manage projects, schedules and deadlines, vacation schedules, sick-leave, etc. Participate in company-required training programs. Maintain time and attendance records as directed by Research Manager. Follows procedure should a protocol require medications prescriptions (i.e. written or phone-in) in that all requests will be given to the Research Manager for execution of such prescription. Research RN will not phone in prescriptions for subjects. Performs other related job duties or functions as requested or assigned. Physical Demands Weight Lifted: Up to 50 lbs, Occasionally 0-30% of time Weight Carried: Up to 20 lbs, Occasionally 0-30% of time Vision: Moderate, Frequently 31-65% of time Kneeling/Stooping/Bending: Occasionally 0-30% Standing/Walking: Occasionally 0-30% Pushing/Pulling: Occasionally 0-30% Intensity of Work: Occasionally 0-30% Job Requires: Reading, Writing, Reasoning, Talking, Keyboarding, Driving Working at NGHS means being part of something special: a team invested in you as a person, an employee, and in helping you reach your goals. NGHS: Opportunities start here. Northeast Georgia Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.
RN Manager/Supervisor Pediatric Full-time
Northeast Georgia Health System

Assistant Nurse Manager - Pediatrics - Full Time Evening/Nights

Northeast Georgia Health System Gainesville, GA
Job Category: Nursing - Registered Nurse Work Shift/Schedule: Varies Northeast Georgia Health System is rooted in a foundation of improving the health of our communities. About the Role: Job Summary The Assistant Nurse Manager (ANM), under the direct and indirect supervision of the Director, facilitates and assists with all levels of nursing care provided to patients within a nursing unit or practice location. The ANM will assist Clinical Nurses with day-to-day problem solving and will facilitate communication between care team providers. He/She coordinates, elevates and resolves problems and conflicts as they occur. The ANM has shift accountability for care delivery, patient flow, matching patient needs with available resources and elevates patient safety concerns/situations as well as any other situation that is unable to be resolved during the shift. In this role, the ANM will coordinate the activities of nursing staff, is accountable for the effective and efficient operation of the unit and staff including stat orders, treatments, plans of care, and clinical pathways are carried out in a consistent manner. The ANM provides expert patient care. The ANM role is critical to improving the quality of care provided as evidenced by the Nursing Sensitive Indicators, as well as ensuring an exceptional patient and family experience on the individual nursing unit/practice setting. The ANM has shift responsibility a minimum of 75% of worked hours and administrative accountability the other 25%. Administrative duties include staffing and scheduling, unit staff selection, retention and performance management, including coaching and counseling. The ANM role serves as a succession plan for the Director role. The ANM assists in the advancement of the professional practice environment by communicating the NGHS nursing strategic direction and focusing on activities that support the Nursing Strategic Initiatives. Provides nursing involvement support for Professional Nursing Governance and the NDNQI quality workgroup, including providing team members for professional participation. Assists with overall clinical governance and other projects as assigned. Minimum Job Qualifications Licensure or other certifications: Licensed to practice as an RN in Georgia. Professional certification in either a clinical or leadership specialty within two (2) years of hire. Educational Requirements: Bachelors Degree. A BSN in nursing or within three (3) years of hire into the position. Minimum Experience: Three (3) years of direct care RN nursing experience in an acute care setting. Other: Preferred Job Qualifications Preferred Licensure or other certifications: Preferred Educational Requirements: Masters Degree (Nursing or other if possessing a BSN) within five (5) years of hire. Preferred Experience: Charge Nurse or supervisory experience. Other: Professional organization membership within three months of hire into the role. Job Specific and Unique Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Meets all competency requirements defined by unit (i.e., BLS, ACLS, PALS, etc.) Proactive, engaged, visible leader recognized as having excellent follow through on issues impacting care delivery Ability to communicate effectively. Good written and oral communication skills Customer service abilities including effective listening skills and service recovery Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision in a fast paced clinical environment Ability to remain calm during stressful situations Skill and ability to instruct, direct and evaluate employees Skill in providing professional “specialty” nursing care to patients Skill in supervision (e.g. hire, train, assign and review work, motivate, prepare performance evaluations and effectively handle disciplinary actions) Skill in adapting nursing care to the emotional needs and behavior of patients Skill in tailoring communication and performance feedback to the individual employee Skill in communicating orally with a variety of people answering questions and explaining information and decisions. Never uses only written communication to communicate sensitive information Skill in coordinating patient care services with other departments Skill/competency in use of computer software program/systems impacting unit performance/management Ability to monitor and evaluate nursing care provided to patients Ability to identify, plan and coordinate services within department Ability to provide consultation to staff, patients and the public Ability to direct the training of professional and nonprofessional personnel Ability to provide staffing and scheduling functions, ensuring adherence to labor productivity targets Ability to work effectively with a variety of professional and paraprofessional staff Ability to give oral and written instruction in exact detail Essential Tasks and Responsibilities Coordinates activities of patient care team on the unit and actively monitors the quality of care delivered during their shift. Supports the organization's "customer-centric" service program. Conducts daily rounds on the unit to identify and address patient/family/physician concerns. Interfaces with patients and families to ensure that care is consistent with their expectations and the organization's quality and customer service expectations. Assesses, coaches and evaluates staff’s level of clinical practice. Ensures that nurses are current in competency, assessments, licensure, certifications, and other annual training. Actively works with his/her leadership team to coach staff, recommends and design education and training to meet the clinical needs of the patients/staff served by the unit. Routinely interacts with physician customers. Supports his/her nursing staff in maintaining effective and positive interactions with physicians. Coordinates communication between unit team members and attending physicians or clinical ancillary staff to ensure appropriateness of care and outcome planning for the patients on their unit(s). Coordinates activities by scheduling work assignments, setting priorities, and directing the work of subordinate employees. Participates actively in the planning and distribution of patient assignments. Attends daily bed huddles during shift and facilitates decision-making with respect to patient flow. Maintains regular ongoing contact/communication with all levels of nursing staff. Responsible for working with leadership team to identify employee strengths, development needs, skills, interpersonal and personal style and relate those to the business needs and challenges faced by the team. Actively supports and promotes a professional practice model that encourages staff participation in the development of clinical standards, and is collaborative, collegial and utilizes best practice research. Ensures compliance with established hospital policies, procedures, objectives, quality controls and regulatory standards and requirements. Oversees completion of unit specific administrative tasks (i.e., PI audits, code cart). Knowledgeable of organizational policies with respect to work rules and discipline and is responsible for providing progressive discipline to employee when indicated. Provides direct patient care as needed and is responsible for assessing, planning, and evaluating patients; remains informed about the status of all patient during the shift. Proactively addresses potential customer service issues. Engages directly with physician and staff to ensure adherence to evidence-based practice standards as wells as organizational priorities to meet pillar metrics associated with safety-quality, service excellence, employee and physician engagement and throughput. Monitors staff performance/competency and provides feedback in timely manner. Assesses effectiveness of the staffing plan/assignments taking into consideration the acuity of the patient and the budgeted labor standards. Conducts/completes environment of care assessment. Successfully completes mentoring class. Assists with mentoring of Registered Nurses when other mentor resources have been assigned. May mentor more as desired. Physical Demands Weight Lifted: Up to 50 lbs, Frequently 31-65% of time Weight Carried: Up to 20 lbs, Occasionally 0-30% of time Vision: Moderate, Frequently 31-65%of time Kneeling/Stooping/Bending: Occasionally 0-30% Standing/Walking: Frequently 31-65% Pushing/Pulling: Occasionally 0-30% Intensity of Work: Frequently 31-65% Job Requires: Reading, Writing, Reasoning, Talking, Keyboarding, Driving Working at NGHS means being part of something special: a team invested in you as a person, an employee, and in helping you reach your goals. NGHS: Opportunities start here. Northeast Georgia Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.
RN Full-time
Northeast Georgia Health System

Registered Nurse - RN - OR - Full Time - 7:00 am to 5:30 pm

Northeast Georgia Health System Gainesville, GA
Job Category: Nursing - Registered Nurse Work Shift/Schedule: 10 Hr Morning - Afternoon Northeast Georgia Health System is rooted in a foundation of improving the health of our communities. About the Role: Job Summary Capable clinician with previous specialty experience preferred, focused on expanding knowledge and skills. Consistently provides effective direct care as part of the interdisciplinary team to a variety of complex patients. Seeks as well as provides feedback for improved clinical practice. Assumes a beginning clinical bedside leadership role and seeks mentoring in this process. Is a professional member of VOICE professional nursing shared governance providing feedback on issues being addressed at meetings. Participates as a member on VOICE councils and Nursing Quality Teams as appropriate. Actively participates on Unit Council helping with plans to improve NDNQI nursing sensitive indicators, RN Satisfaction, Employee Engagement, Culture of Safety, and Patient Experience data. Works together with other care team members to recruit and retain an excellent nursing care team. For the new graduate clinical RN: focuses primarily on developing knowledge and skills and showing growth in ability to care for increasingly complex patients. Responsible for providing direct and safe patient care based on the nursing process, and for coordinating care for assigned patients on a shift to promote the achievement of clinical outcomes. Requires consultation with more experienced clinicians and accepts feedback as a constructive professional development tool. Minimum Job Qualifications Licensure or other certifications: Licensed to practice as an RN in Georgia Educational Requirements: Associates Degree Minimum Experience: Completion Peri-op 101 or equivalent and or experience in a procedural area Other: One year of experience as a professional RN. New graduate RNs or those with less than one year of experience will be referred to the RN Residency Program. Preferred Job Qualifications Preferred Licensure or other certifications: National certification in clinical specialty Preferred Educational Requirements: Bachelor of Nursing Degree Preferred Experience: Two years of experience in specialty nursing field (Operating Room) Other: Membership in professional organization Job Specific and Unique Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Delivery of safe, effective, efficient care that meets population specific guidelines Actively works to make own and related teams successful, effectively communicates with patients, families and colleagues at all levels, shows consideration and respect or others and fosters customer service Effectively prioritizes, recognizes problems, and utilizes evidence based practice Demonstrates personal mastery, leadership of self and others, as appropriate, delegates appropriately, and supports NGHS shared governance model Basic computer skills necessary to operate computer systems used on unit Essential Tasks and Responsibilities Clinical Skills and Knowledge: Demonstrates basic assessment skills. Demonstrates the 5 rights of medication administration. Manages care for basic patient assignment and progresses to care for increasingly complex patients. Accurately documents all aspects of the nursing process using the electronic medical record as applicable. Understands and complies with all DNV standards. Accesses and follows polices. Evaluates patient response to interventions and adjusts plan of care appropriately. Consistently coordinates interdisciplinary care. Uses resources effectively to reduce waste. Participates in PI processes. Participates in maintaining and monitoring the work environment to ensure compliance with DNV regulations. Coordinates discharge planning. Actively contributes to a culture of safety within the organization. Interpersonal Skills and Relationships: Includes the patient and family in patient care. Provides effective education appropriate for the learning needs of patient/ family. Demonstrates appropriate customer service behaviors. Participates in organizational and unit based customer service initiatives. Critical Thinking Skills and Innovation: Plans patient care based on assessment. Displays basic prioritization and time management skills. Evaluates patient’s response to interventions and seeks support to adjust the plan of care. Utilizes resources on the unit to increase understanding of the care of unfamiliar patient populations. Recognizes signs of deteriorating patient and accesses appropriate resources. Reads nursing research/EBP articles. Participates in discharge planning with increasing responsibility and coordination. Demonstrates the ability to rapidly recognize and anticipate changes in patient status and takes appropriate action while maintaining professional composure. Recognizes existence of nursing practice trends and questions care as it relates to evidence based practice. Consistently and independently prioritizes patient care. Leadership and Professional Development: Supports unit goals. Demonstrates support of shared governance through awareness of initiatives. Completes a professional development plan and shows progress on personal learning goals. Supervises and ensures completion of task assigned to ancillary/support staff. Participates in the enhancement of the nursing profession and supporting the community. Appropriately delegates tasks. Seeks resources by actively consulting with the interdisciplinary team. Demonstrates support of shared governance through awareness of initiatives and by providing input. Serves in a unit leadership role(s). Serves as the Nurse in Charge as necessary fulfilling the following responsibilities: a. patient flow, b. matches given resources to patients for shift, c. escalates concerns using the chain of command. Physical Demands Weight Lifted: Up to 100 lbs, Occasionally 0-30% of time Weight Carried: Up to 50 lbs, Occasionally 0-30% of time Vision: Moderate, Frequently 31-65% of time Kneeling/Stooping/Bending: Frequently 31-65% Standing/Walking: Frequently 31-65% Pushing/Pulling: Frequently 31-65% Intensity of Work: Frequently 31-65% Job Requires: Reading, Writing, Reasoning, Talking, Keyboarding Working at NGHS means being part of something special: a team invested in you as a person, an employee, and in helping you reach your goals. NGHS: Opportunities start here. Northeast Georgia Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.
RN Full-time
Northeast Georgia Health System

Registered Nurse Value Analysis Coordinator

Northeast Georgia Health System Gainesville, GA
Job Category: Nursing - Registered Nurse Work Shift/Schedule: 8 Hr Morning - Afternoon Northeast Georgia Health System is rooted in a foundation of improving the health of our communities. About the Role: Job Summary Works in conjunction with Value Analysis Teams and Supply Chain to establish work plan, goals and objectives necessary to meet the approved system savings targets. Assists in identification, selection and prioritization of system-wide opportunities as they relate to Value Analysis standardization, utilization and implementation. Facilitate Value Analysis Teams (VAT) to most effectively manage system projects. Integrates accepted practice changes and assures that standards of care are achieved when standardization opportunities are implemented. Meets with vendors and departments to evaluate new and existing products to ensure utilization is optimized. Responsible for promoting and maintaining quality patient care through effective management of healthcare products, identification of standardization opportunities while upholding the facilities policies, practices and standards of care ultimately resulting in improved clinical and financial outcomes. Provides support to SCM Specialists during VAT trials and product conversions. Provides support to SCM Buyers for backorder and situations requiring time sensitive product substitution. Carries out all directives issued by Manager of Value Analysis on a consistent basis to properly manage the needs of NGHS and affiliates. Position requires demonstrated analytical experience and strong personal computer, project management, leadership, problem solving and team building skills. Should possess excellent oral and written communication skills. Engages with operators within the clinical departments for visual and physical understanding/confirmation of processes and product use to support standardization and Value Analysis initiatives. Minimum Job Qualifications Licensure or other certifications: Licensed to practice as an RN in Georgia. Professional organization membership within one (1) month of hire into the role. Educational Requirements: Bachelors Degree - Registered Nurse Minimum Experience: T hree (3) years hospital experience, preferably with perioperative experience and exposure to Value Analysis Other: Preferred Job Qualifications Preferred Licensure or other certifications: Preferred Educational Requirements: Preferred Experience: Other: Job Specific and Unique Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Demonstrated ability to Project Manage and be a role model/ mentor to partners and other staff members less familiar with the Value Analysis and other Strategic Sourcing processes Leadership competencies in change management, people development and teamwork Expert project management skills with a working knowledge of standard work processes Highly proficient with Microsoft Office applications, ERP platforms (Lawson preferred) and systems integration as well as the utilization of these systems for dashboarding and reporting Knowledge of State and Federal regulatory and accrediting agency standards and guidelines for safety, quality and billing compliance for hospital supplies and equipment Knowledgeable in sourcing/contracting processes, hospital operations, supplier management, team building and facilitation Organized and detail oriented. Able to manage multiple projects and priorities. Demonstrates strong commitment to both teamwork and personal development Strong project management skills with emphasis on people development Essential Tasks and Responsibilities Value Analysis. Assist in setting goals and priorities for the teams and tracking progress. Bring cost-saving opportunities to the teams based on available data and assist in evaluating potential savings opportunities suggested within the teams. Work with teams and departments to evaluate new product requests. Provide periodic assessments of the overall impact of supply cost reduction efforts, including implemented savings and cost per case trends. Coordinate efforts with the Supply Chain team to optimize operational and capital supply and equipment contractual agreements. Collaborate with Risk Management and Infection Prevention to assure that all safety, regulatory and epidemiological issues are addressed prior to selection. Work in conjunction with the appropriate committees to review and revise policies and procedures relative to product changes. Maintain proactive communication and interact with direct patient care staff and physicians to ensure appropriate feedback is received before product decisions are made. Utilization Review of necessity, quality, effectiveness and efficiency of medical products and procedures where products are used. Facilitates discussion and review of products during Value Analysis Team meetings. Product Back Order Substitution and Discontinuation. Work with Supply Chain staff to find a functionally equivalent product. Work with Clinical staff to educate and notify of backorder/product changes. Monitor back-order situation and ensure the reversal of product occurs when back order has ceased. Clinical Product Issues. Liaison for clinical and physician concerns, needs or complaints that involve disposable product. Investigate said complaints/concerns/needs and help find a solution; including staff education/in-servicing, conversion to alternative products, and circle back to ensure products. Provide more staff education/in-service. Discontinuation of product usage, conversion to an alternative product. Ensure product improves the working environment and empowers clinical and physician staff to do their job more effectively and more efficiently. Vendor Compliance. Maintains proactive communication with vendors. Engage and Educate staff re: vendor compliance. Monitor compliance with system policies via use of Vendor Compliance software. Standardization / Integration. Evaluate the needs for standardization within the entire Healthcare System. Work with Supply Chain team to achieve standardization. Ensure all facilities are considered during the Value Analysis process. Assist with coordination of standardization projects with Clinical and Supply Chain staff to ensure smooth transitions and minimize waste/loss associated with product changes. Promote fiscal responsibility. General Duties. Clinical consultant to all Supply Chain staff when clinical knowledge of the product is required to complete their task. Work with Logistics and departmental staff to facilitate most effective par levels in based on clinical knowledge and process review. Demonstrates a willingness to accept additional responsibility as requested to meet the needs of the organization. Engages with operators within the clinical departments for visual and physical understanding/confirmation of processes and product use to support standardization and Value Analysis initiatives. Other duties as deemed necessary by manager. Physical Demands Weight Lifted: Up to 20 lbs, Occasionally 0-30% of time Weight Carried: Up to 20 lbs, Occasionally 0-30% of time Vision: Moderate, Frequently 31-65% of time Kneeling/Stooping/Bending: Frequently 31-65% Standing/Walking: Frequently 31-65% Pushing/Pulling: Occasionally 0-30% Intensity of Work: Frequently 31-65% Job Requires: Reading, Writing, Reasoning, Talking, Keyboarding, Driving Working at NGHS means being part of something special: a team invested in you as a person, an employee, and in helping you reach your goals. NGHS: Opportunities start here. Northeast Georgia Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.
RN PCU Full-time
Northeast Georgia Health System

Registered Nurse RN - Medical Intermediate Care and Progressive Cardiac Care - Full Time Days

Northeast Georgia Health System Gainesville, GA
Job Category: Nursing - Registered Nurse Work Shift/Schedule: 12 Hr Morning - Evening Northeast Georgia Health System is rooted in a foundation of improving the health of our communities. About the Role: Braselton IMCU/PCCU Medical Intermediate Care and Progressive Cardiac Care A 24-bed Medical IMC and PCCU unit. Care is provided for a variety of intermediate care medical patients and progressive cardiac care patients including but not limited to: General Medical Patients requiring more frequent monitoring Patients requiring more frequent monitoring, which may include advanced respiratory support such as BiPap, HiFlo Oxygen, and Vapotherm Endocrine Emergencies requiring more frequent monitoring Gastroenterology requiring more frequent monitoring Alcohol withdrawal with CIWA score
LPN Full-time
Northeast Georgia Health System

LPN-Occupational Health

Northeast Georgia Health System Gainesville, GA
Job Category: Nursing - LPN Work Shift/Schedule: 8 Hr Morning - Afternoon Northeast Georgia Health System is rooted in a foundation of improving the health of our communities. About the Role: Job Summary Responsible for performing all duties and function of the employee health department including the assessment and caring of the adolescent, adult, and geriatric population. Assists the Director with duties as assigned. This position will care for patients in the adolescent, adult, and geriatric age groups. Employee performs clinical duties in accordance with population specific guidelines and adheres standards of practice as outlined in policy and procedures. Minimum Job Qualifications Licensure or other certifications: Current LPN or RN License in the state of Georgia. Educational Requirements: LPN diploma or Associates in Nursing. Minimum Experience: Three (3) years of clinical nursing experience. Other: Preferred Job Qualifications Preferred Licensure or other certifications: Preferred Educational Requirements: Preferred Experience: Emergency or Occupational nursing experience. Other: Job Specific and Unique Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Demonstrated knowledge of physical assessments Good interpersonal skills Ability to work well with others Independent judgment required in application of nursing principles to assess and develop individual care plans that promote a healthy lifestyle and safe work practice for employees Good computer skills Essential Tasks and Responsibilities Performs new employee physical assessments, evaluating current health status and physical abilities, recommending placement of employees in accordance with their physical and emotional capacities, to perform the physical, psychosocial and environmental demands of the job. Documents abnormalities and provides follow up with individuals making appropriate referrals. Completes the physical assessment form. Notifies personnel recruiter of new employee status and release. Participates in the performance of employee annual healthscans to evaluate the employee’s continued capacity to perform required job functions and to determine if any adverse health effects have occurred which may be related to working conditions, and to evaluate current compliance with governmental regulatory requirements. Notes concerns of potential problems and notifies Occupational Health Director of findings. Collects and reviews lab and x-ray results, notifying employee of abnormal findings, making appropriate referrals as needed. Contacts appropriate departments of identified concerns per employee, i.e. Safety, Infection Control. Maintains list of employees requesting Wellness referral and/or information weekly and presents to Occupational Health secretary for forwarding to the Wellness department. Provides services to off-site facilities as requested per Occupational Health Director. Performs physical assessments of employees as requested, providing prompt care and assessing for absence of infectious diseases and/or capacity to physically and emotionally perform current job functions safety. Evaluates physical complaints of on duty employees to determine need for medical treatment and/or work restrictions according to protocol. Documents assessments, completes office visit form completely, and provides written instructions to the employee and supervisor of work restrictions, as outlined in the Infection Control Manual and/or Occupational Health Policy Manual. Conducts appropriate laboratory tests per protocol within consultation of Occupational Health Nurse Practitioner. Provides referral and/or resource information as requested by employees according to procedure. Performs return to work assessments as indicated for FMLA return to work, absenteeism due to illness and/or occupational and non-occupational injury, illness, or exposure. Performs Fitness for Duty Assessments and/or random drug screenings per policy and procedure, establishing safety of employee and co-workers, patients and visitors. Completes random drug screens as scheduled. Provides written documentation and instructions (i.e. light duty, restrictions) to employees and management, as indicated. Monitors for trends in reported occupational and non-occupational injuries, illnesses and exposures. Refers to the Emergency Department and/or Workers’ Compensation Manager as indicated for evaluation and treatment of injuries requiring greater than first aid treatment and/or request by employee. Collaborates, communicates, and consults with the Workers’ Compensation Manager as indicated on employee incidences. Reviews variance and Supervisor’s Investigation Reports, identifying problem areas and develops strategies designed to correct or minimize the identified health and safety hazard. Validates that all variances are documented appropriately. Records all injuries, illnesses and exposure in the variance log book within one to two days of receipt of variance. Records OSHA injuries in OSHA Record Log Book as requested by Occupational Health Director. Administers immunizations per department procedures with proper documentation. Performs delegated duties of the Director as requested during his or her absence. Stocks office with medical supplies and medications to inventory needs per policy and procedure and maintains properly functioning equipment. Utilizes computer software as indicated to increase productivity and efficiency Organizes requested assessments and nursing care and sets appropriate priorities by implementing protocols and procedures within prescribed time frames and parameters of job description. Performs other duties as assigned. Physical Demands Weight Lifted: Up to 20 lbs, Occasionally 0-30% of time Weight Carried: Up to 20 lbs, Occasionally 0-30% of time Vision: Moderate, Frequently 31-65% of time Kneeling/Stooping/Bending: Occasionally 0-30% Standing/Walking: Occasionally 0-30% Pushing/Pulling: Occasionally 0-30% Intensity of Work: Occasionally 0-30% Job Requires: Reading, Writing, Reasoning, Talking, Keyboarding Working at NGHS means being part of something special: a team invested in you as a person, an employee, and in helping you reach your goals. NGHS: Opportunities start here. Northeast Georgia Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.
RN Labor and Delivery Part-time
Northeast Georgia Health System

Registered Nurse RN - Labor & Delivery - Part Time Nights - Mid Shift 11pm to 7am - Braselton

Northeast Georgia Health System Braselton, GA
Job Category: Nursing - Registered Nurse Work Shift/Schedule: 8 Hr Evening - Morning Northeast Georgia Health System is rooted in a foundation of improving the health of our communities. About the Role: Job Summary Capable clinician with previous specialty experience preferred, focused on expanding knowledge and skills. Consistently provides effective direct care as part of the interdisciplinary team to a variety of complex patients. Seeks as well as provides feedback for improved clinical practice. Assumes a beginning clinical bedside leadership role and seeks mentoring in this process. Participates as a member on PNGC councils and Nursing Quality Teams as appropriate. Actively participates on Unit Council helping with plans to improve NDNQI nursing sensitive indicators, RN Satisfaction, Employee Engagement, Culture of Safety, and Patient Experience data. Works together with other care team members to recruit and retain an excellent nursing care team. For the new graduate clinical RN: focuses primarily on developing knowledge and skills and showing growth in ability to care for increasingly complex patients. Responsible for providing direct and safe patient care based on the nursing process, and for coordinating care for assigned patients on a shift to promote the achievement of clinical outcomes. Requires consultation with more experienced clinicians and accepts feedback as a constructive professional development tool. Minimum Job Qualifications Licensure or other certifications: Licensed to practice as an RN in Georgia. Educational Requirements: Associate's Degree, ADN or Diploma required Minimum Experience: At least 1 year of RN experience – Demonstrated competence in RN I performance expectations or meets experience requirements upon hire Other: Preferred Job Qualifications Preferred Licensure or other certifications: BSN Preferred Educational Requirements: Preferred Experience: Other: Job Specific and Unique Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Delivery of safe, effective, efficient care that meets population specific guidelines Actively works to make own and related teams successful, effectively communicates with patients, families and colleagues at all levels, shows consideration and respect or others and fosters customer service Effectively prioritizes, recognizes problems, and utilizes evidence based practice Demonstrates personal mastery, leadership of self and others, as appropriate, delegates appropriately, and supports NGHS shared governance model Basic computer skills necessary to operate computer systems used on unit Essential Tasks and Responsibilities Transformational Leadership Demonstrates competence in RN I performance expectations in addition to: Serves as a highly engaged and full partner on the care team and responds willingly to care team member needs for assistance. Adapts to change and demonstrates flexibility Leads interdisciplinary rounds to facilitate appropriateness of care and smooth transitions across the continuum Positively impacts the work environment by displaying respect for individuals and the organization Exemplary Professional Practice Demonstrates competence in RN I performance expectations in addition to: Effectively applies the nursing process within the framework of the organization’s professional model of care, using the nursing process to meet the clinical, psychosocial, and spiritual needs of the patient and family Demonstrates initiative and seeks formal and informal opportunities to improve clinical practice within specialty area Demonstrates critical thinking in the identification of clinical, social, safety, psychological, ethical and spiritual issues within the episode of care Effectively delegates care as appropriate while retaining accountability for the quality of care given to patients and families Demonstrates the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with all members of the healthcare team including physicians and advanced practice providers; incorporates Safety behavior and error prevention tools Incorporates Sister Simone Roach’s 7 Cs of Caring: Ctheory by incorporating the seven Cs of Caring: Compassion, Competence, Confidence, Conscience, Commitment, Comportment, Creativity into daily work and practice New Knowledge, Innovation & Improvement Demonstrates competence in RN I performance expectations in addition to: Creates an environment of open dialogue, inquiry, and continuous development by asking for feedback and improving practice Identifies opportunities for quality improvement to colleagues and management. Applies evidence-based practice as a regular aspect of professional practice Ensures improvements in the practice setting by assuming responsibility for self-development in life-long learning. Serves as a resource for students Structural Empowerment Demonstrates competence in RN I performance expectations in addition to: Demonstrates an understanding of cultural intelligence, diversity, equity, and inclusion, lateral violence, and impairment and holds peers accountable for healthy relationships Demonstrating deep interdependence by valuing team member contributions, talents, and skills Models safe work hours, time management, efficiency, and stewardship Supports unit-based shared governance activities while on duty Actively participates in unit-based selfcare activities. Continually evaluate work processes with the goal of improvement, to achieve our strategic initiatives Achieves and maintains de-escalation training certification as appropriate for work unit Empirical Outcomes Demonstrates competence in RN I performance expectations in addition to: Supports in quality of care activities, evaluates the quality and effectiveness of nursing practice Supports unit-based activities aimed at the ownership improving the patient’s experience, employee engagement, and/or nurse sensitive indicators on the unit with a focus on improvement Physical Demands Weight Lifted: Up to 100 lbs, Occasionally 0-30% of time Weight Carried: Up to 50 lbs, Occasionally 0-30% of time Vision: Moderate, Frequently 31-65% of time Kneeling/Stooping/Bending: Frequently 31-65% of time Standing/Walking: Frequently 31-65% of time Pushing/Pulling: Frequently 31-65% of time Intensity of Work: Frequently 31-65% of time Job Requires: Reading, Writing, Reasoning, Talking, Keyboarding Working at NGHS means being part of something special: a team invested in you as a person, an employee, and in helping you reach your goals. NGHS: Opportunities start here. Northeast Georgia Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.
RN Labor and Delivery Part-time
Northeast Georgia Health System

Registered Nurse RN - Labor & Delivery - Part Time Nights - Braselton

Northeast Georgia Health System Braselton, GA
Job Category: Nursing - Registered Nurse Work Shift/Schedule: 12 Hr Evening - Morning Northeast Georgia Health System is rooted in a foundation of improving the health of our communities. About the Role: Job Summary Capable clinician with previous specialty experience preferred, focused on expanding knowledge and skills. Consistently provides effective direct care as part of the interdisciplinary team to a variety of complex patients. Seeks as well as provides feedback for improved clinical practice. Assumes a beginning clinical bedside leadership role and seeks mentoring in this process. Participates as a member on PNGC councils and Nursing Quality Teams as appropriate. Actively participates on Unit Council helping with plans to improve NDNQI nursing sensitive indicators, RN Satisfaction, Employee Engagement, Culture of Safety, and Patient Experience data. Works together with other care team members to recruit and retain an excellent nursing care team. For the new graduate clinical RN: focuses primarily on developing knowledge and skills and showing growth in ability to care for increasingly complex patients. Responsible for providing direct and safe patient care based on the nursing process, and for coordinating care for assigned patients on a shift to promote the achievement of clinical outcomes. Requires consultation with more experienced clinicians and accepts feedback as a constructive professional development tool. Minimum Job Qualifications Licensure or other certifications: Licensed to practice as an RN in Georgia. Educational Requirements: Associate's Degree, ADN or Diploma required Minimum Experience: At least 1 year of RN experience – Demonstrated competence in RN I performance expectations or meets experience requirements upon hire Other: Preferred Job Qualifications Preferred Licensure or other certifications: BSN Preferred Educational Requirements: Preferred Experience: Other: Job Specific and Unique Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Delivery of safe, effective, efficient care that meets population specific guidelines Actively works to make own and related teams successful, effectively communicates with patients, families and colleagues at all levels, shows consideration and respect or others and fosters customer service Effectively prioritizes, recognizes problems, and utilizes evidence based practice Demonstrates personal mastery, leadership of self and others, as appropriate, delegates appropriately, and supports NGHS shared governance model Basic computer skills necessary to operate computer systems used on unit Essential Tasks and Responsibilities Transformational Leadership Demonstrates competence in RN I performance expectations in addition to: Serves as a highly engaged and full partner on the care team and responds willingly to care team member needs for assistance. Adapts to change and demonstrates flexibility Leads interdisciplinary rounds to facilitate appropriateness of care and smooth transitions across the continuum Positively impacts the work environment by displaying respect for individuals and the organization Exemplary Professional Practice Demonstrates competence in RN I performance expectations in addition to: Effectively applies the nursing process within the framework of the organization’s professional model of care, using the nursing process to meet the clinical, psychosocial, and spiritual needs of the patient and family Demonstrates initiative and seeks formal and informal opportunities to improve clinical practice within specialty area Demonstrates critical thinking in the identification of clinical, social, safety, psychological, ethical and spiritual issues within the episode of care Effectively delegates care as appropriate while retaining accountability for the quality of care given to patients and families Demonstrates the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with all members of the healthcare team including physicians and advanced practice providers; incorporates Safety behavior and error prevention tools Incorporates Sister Simone Roach’s 7 Cs of Caring: Ctheory by incorporating the seven Cs of Caring: Compassion, Competence, Confidence, Conscience, Commitment, Comportment, Creativity into daily work and practice New Knowledge, Innovation & Improvement Demonstrates competence in RN I performance expectations in addition to: Creates an environment of open dialogue, inquiry, and continuous development by asking for feedback and improving practice Identifies opportunities for quality improvement to colleagues and management. Applies evidence-based practice as a regular aspect of professional practice Ensures improvements in the practice setting by assuming responsibility for self-development in life-long learning. Serves as a resource for students Structural Empowerment Demonstrates competence in RN I performance expectations in addition to: Demonstrates an understanding of cultural intelligence, diversity, equity, and inclusion, lateral violence, and impairment and holds peers accountable for healthy relationships Demonstrating deep interdependence by valuing team member contributions, talents, and skills Models safe work hours, time management, efficiency, and stewardship Supports unit-based shared governance activities while on duty Actively participates in unit-based selfcare activities. Continually evaluate work processes with the goal of improvement, to achieve our strategic initiatives Achieves and maintains de-escalation training certification as appropriate for work unit Empirical Outcomes Demonstrates competence in RN I performance expectations in addition to: Supports in quality of care activities, evaluates the quality and effectiveness of nursing practice Supports unit-based activities aimed at the ownership improving the patient’s experience, employee engagement, and/or nurse sensitive indicators on the unit with a focus on improvement Physical Demands Weight Lifted: Up to 100 lbs, Occasionally 0-30% of time Weight Carried: Up to 50 lbs, Occasionally 0-30% of time Vision: Moderate, Frequently 31-65% of time Kneeling/Stooping/Bending: Frequently 31-65% of time Standing/Walking: Frequently 31-65% of time Pushing/Pulling: Frequently 31-65% of time Intensity of Work: Frequently 31-65% of time Job Requires: Reading, Writing, Reasoning, Talking, Keyboarding Working at NGHS means being part of something special: a team invested in you as a person, an employee, and in helping you reach your goals. NGHS: Opportunities start here. Northeast Georgia Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.
RN Labor and Delivery Mother-Baby Full-time
Northeast Georgia Health System

Registered Nurse RN - Resource Pool - L&D and Mother/Baby - Full Time Nights

Northeast Georgia Health System Gainesville, GA
Job Category: Nursing - Registered Nurse Work Shift/Schedule: 12 Hr Evening - Morning Northeast Georgia Health System is rooted in a foundation of improving the health of our communities. About the Role: Job Summary Capable clinician with previous specialty experience preferred, focused on expanding knowledge and skills. Consistently provides effective direct care as part of the interdisciplinary team to a variety of complex patients. Seeks as well as provides feedback for improved clinical practice. Assumes a beginning clinical bedside leadership role and seeks mentoring in this process. Participates as a member on PNGC councils and Nursing Quality Teams as appropriate. Actively participates on Unit Council helping with plans to improve NDNQI nursing sensitive indicators, RN Satisfaction, Employee Engagement, Culture of Safety, and Patient Experience data. Works together with other care team members to recruit and retain an excellent nursing care team. For the new graduate clinical RN: focuses primarily on developing knowledge and skills and showing growth in ability to care for increasingly complex patients. Responsible for providing direct and safe patient care based on the nursing process, and for coordinating care for assigned patients on a shift to promote the achievement of clinical outcomes. Requires consultation with more experienced clinicians and accepts feedback as a constructive professional development tool. Minimum Job Qualifications Licensure or other certifications: Licensed to practice as an RN in Georgia. Educational Requirements: Associate's Degree, ADN or Diploma required Minimum Experience: At least 2 years of RN experience – Demonstrated competence in RN I performance expectations or meets experience requirements upon hire Other: Preferred Job Qualifications Preferred Licensure or other certifications: BSN Preferred Educational Requirements: Preferred Experience: Other: Job Specific and Unique Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Delivery of safe, effective, efficient care that meets population specific guidelines Actively works to make own and related teams successful, effectively communicates with patients, families and colleagues at all levels, shows consideration and respect or others and fosters customer service Effectively prioritizes, recognizes problems, and utilizes evidence based practice Demonstrates personal mastery, leadership of self and others, as appropriate, delegates appropriately, and supports NGHS shared governance model Basic computer skills necessary to operate computer systems used on unit Essential Tasks and Responsibilities Transformational Leadership Demonstrates competence in RN I performance expectations in addition to: Serves as a highly engaged and full partner on the care team and responds willingly to care team member needs for assistance. Adapts to change and demonstrates flexibility Leads interdisciplinary rounds to facilitate appropriateness of care and smooth transitions across the continuum Positively impacts the work environment by displaying respect for individuals and the organization Exemplary Professional Practice Demonstrates competence in RN I performance expectations in addition to: Effectively applies the nursing process within the framework of the organization’s professional model of care, using the nursing process to meet the clinical, psychosocial, and spiritual needs of the patient and family Demonstrates initiative and seeks formal and informal opportunities to improve clinical practice within specialty area Demonstrates critical thinking in the identification of clinical, social, safety, psychological, ethical and spiritual issues within the episode of care Effectively delegates care as appropriate while retaining accountability for the quality of care given to patients and families Demonstrates the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with all members of the healthcare team including physicians and advanced practice providers; incorporates Safety behavior and error prevention tools Incorporates Sister Simone Roach’s 7 Cs of Caring: Ctheory by incorporating the seven Cs of Caring: Compassion, Competence, Confidence, Conscience, Commitment, Comportment, Creativity into daily work and practice New Knowledge, Innovation & Improvement Demonstrates competence in RN I performance expectations in addition to: Creates an environment of open dialogue, inquiry, and continuous development by asking for feedback and improving practice Identifies opportunities for quality improvement to colleagues and management. Applies evidence-based practice as a regular aspect of professional practice Ensures improvements in the practice setting by assuming responsibility for self-development in life-long learning. Serves as a resource for students Structural Empowerment Demonstrates competence in RN I performance expectations in addition to: Demonstrates an understanding of cultural intelligence, diversity, equity, and inclusion, lateral violence, and impairment and holds peers accountable for healthy relationships Demonstrating deep interdependence by valuing team member contributions, talents, and skills Models safe work hours, time management, efficiency, and stewardship Supports unit-based shared governance activities while on duty Actively participates in unit-based selfcare activities. Continually evaluate work processes with the goal of improvement, to achieve our strategic initiatives Achieves and maintains de-escalation training certification as appropriate for work unit Empirical Outcomes Demonstrates competence in RN I performance expectations in addition to: Supports in quality of care activities, evaluates the quality and effectiveness of nursing practice Supports unit-based activities aimed at the ownership improving the patient’s experience, employee engagement, and/or nurse sensitive indicators on the unit with a focus on improvement Physical Demands Weight Lifted: Up to 100 lbs, Occasionally 0-30% of time Weight Carried: Up to 50 lbs, Occasionally 0-30% of time Vision: Moderate, Frequently 31-65% of time Kneeling/Stooping/Bending: Frequently 31-65% of time Standing/Walking: Frequently 31-65% of time Pushing/Pulling: Frequently 31-65% of time Intensity of Work: Frequently 31-65% of time Job Requires: Reading, Writing, Reasoning, Talking, Keyboarding Working at NGHS means being part of something special: a team invested in you as a person, an employee, and in helping you reach your goals. NGHS: Opportunities start here. Northeast Georgia Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.
LPN Part-time
Northeast Georgia Health System

LPN - Long Term Care - New Horizons Habersham - PRN

Northeast Georgia Health System Demorest, GA
Job Category: Nursing - LPN Work Shift/Schedule: 10 Hr Morning - Afternoon Northeast Georgia Health System is rooted in a foundation of improving the health of our communities. About the Role: Job Summary This position will care for patients in the adult and geriatric age groups. Employee performs clinical duties in accordance with population specific guidelines and adheres to National Patient Safety Goals as outlined in policy and procedures. Minimum Job Qualifications Licensure or other certifications: Currently licensed as an LPN in the State of Georgia. Current BLS certification required or must be obtained within 30 days of hire. Educational Requirements: High School Diploma or GED Minimum Experience: A minimum of two (2) years clinical nursing experience with emphasis on care of adults in acute care medical and surgical areas is required for Hospice. A minimum of two (2) years clinical nursing experience with emphasis on care of adults in acute care medical and surgical areas is strongly preferred for Long Term Care. Other: Graduate from a state approved LPN school of nursing. Preferred Job Qualifications Preferred Licensure or other certifications: Preferred Educational Requirements: Preferred Experience: Other: Job Specific and Unique Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Demonstrates knowledge appropriate to care for adult and geriatric patient populations specific to unit of practice Meets all certification requirements defined by unit (i.e. BLS, ACLS, PALS). Demonstrates critical thinking skills Demonstrates sound clinical skills and judgment Basic computer skills necessary to operate computer systems used on unit Essential Tasks and Responsibilities: LTC LPN Assesses the patient’s physical and emotional needs and provides appropriate care and intervention. Monitors resident for changes in condition. Reports changes to Physician, Responsible Party, Nurse Supervisor, and other appropriate health professionals. Performs ongoing assessment and communicates assessment and plan of care through written documentation and verbal reports. Correctly administers and documents medication regime. Participates with instruction and education to resident and/or family to help insure safe and appropriate discharge. Contributes to resident safety by: utilizing principles of asepsis in all resident contact, providing a safe resident environment (i.e., Call light within reach, side rails up, etc.), maintaining properly functioning equipment and adhering to infection control policies and procedures. Assesses the status of all residents nursing care of the facility and consults with medical staff as needed. Identifies and implements infection control and safety practices Participates in the orientation of other employees. Organizes patient care and demonstrates ability to set priorities by addressing acute needs first and implementing Physicians’ orders within appropriate time frame. Assists in coordination of residents for admissions, transfers and discharges. Evaluates and monitors, utilization of equipment and supplies. Makes sure that adequate supplies stocked on the units and all residents charges are appropriately recorded. Regularly checks emergency equipment to see if they are in proper working order and that sufficient supplies are at hand. Helps keep the unit safe, clean and attractive by reporting to housekeeping any major problems and reporting to maintenance any safety issues. Area/Unit Specific Essential Tasks and Responsibilities: Hospice Plans nursing visits in accordance with agency policy and implements all aspects of the maintenance of current POT, including documentation in accordance with the orders as scheduled with no more than two variances, annually. Responds appropriately to emergency situations as indicated by the assessment findings and nature of the patient’s condition, in accordance with service policy and procedure. Provides hospice aide/homemaker duties and continuous care to appropriate patients when assigned. The LPN assists with the collection of data from a variety of sources to enhance clinical decisions about treatments and nursing interventions. The LPN provides feedback to the registered nurse in the development of nursing diagnoses and carries out the established plan of care and documents reassessments, interventions and patients’ responses to interventions. The LPN carries out therapeutic interventions established in the interdisciplinary plan of care. The LPN provides feedback to the registered nurse continuously in the evaluation of interventions and treatments and how they affect patient health status and expected outcomes. The LPN supports the evaluation of care activities, education and practice environments to ensure the provision of safe, quality care. The LPN participates in educational activities to improve clinical knowledge and enhance role performance. Physical Demands Weight Lifted: Up to 50 lbs, Frequently 31-65% of time Weight Carried: Up to 20 lbs, Frequently 31-65% of time Vision: Heavy, Constantly 66-100% of time Kneeling/Stooping/Bending: Frequently 31-65% Standing/Walking: Constantly 66-100% Pushing/Pulling: Frequently 31-65% Intensity of Work: Constantly 66-100% Job Requires: Reading, Writing, Reasoning, Talking, Keyboarding Working at NGHS means being part of something special: a team invested in you as a person, an employee, and in helping you reach your goals. NGHS: Opportunities start here. Northeast Georgia Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.
LPN Full-time
Northeast Georgia Health System

RN/LPN - Long Term Care - New Horizons Limestone - Full Time Nights

Northeast Georgia Health System Gainesville, GA
Job Category: Nursing - LPN Work Shift/Schedule: 12 Hr Evening - Morning Northeast Georgia Health System is rooted in a foundation of improving the health of our communities. About the Role: Job Summary This position will care for patients in the adult and geriatric age groups. Employee performs clinical duties in accordance with population specific guidelines and adheres to National Patient Safety Goals as outlined in policy and procedures. Minimum Job Qualifications Licensure or other certifications: Currently licensed as an LPN in the State of Georgia. Current BLS certification required or must be obtained within 30 days of hire. Educational Requirements: High School Diploma or GED Minimum Experience: A minimum of two (2) years clinical nursing experience with emphasis on care of adults in acute care medical and surgical areas is required for Hospice. A minimum of two (2) years clinical nursing experience with emphasis on care of adults in acute care medical and surgical areas is strongly preferred for Long Term Care. Other: Graduate from a state approved LPN school of nursing. Preferred Job Qualifications Preferred Licensure or other certifications: Preferred Educational Requirements: Preferred Experience: Other: Job Specific and Unique Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Demonstrates knowledge appropriate to care for adult and geriatric patient populations specific to unit of practice Meets all certification requirements defined by unit (i.e. BLS, ACLS, PALS). Demonstrates critical thinking skills Demonstrates sound clinical skills and judgment Basic computer skills necessary to operate computer systems used on unit Essential Tasks and Responsibilities: LTC LPN Assesses the patient’s physical and emotional needs and provides appropriate care and intervention. Monitors resident for changes in condition. Reports changes to Physician, Responsible Party, Nurse Supervisor, and other appropriate health professionals. Performs ongoing assessment and communicates assessment and plan of care through written documentation and verbal reports. Correctly administers and documents medication regime. Participates with instruction and education to resident and/or family to help insure safe and appropriate discharge. Contributes to resident safety by: utilizing principles of asepsis in all resident contact, providing a safe resident environment (i.e., Call light within reach, side rails up, etc.), maintaining properly functioning equipment and adhering to infection control policies and procedures. Assesses the status of all residents nursing care of the facility and consults with medical staff as needed. Identifies and implements infection control and safety practices Participates in the orientation of other employees. Organizes patient care and demonstrates ability to set priorities by addressing acute needs first and implementing Physicians’ orders within appropriate time frame. Assists in coordination of residents for admissions, transfers and discharges. Evaluates and monitors, utilization of equipment and supplies. Makes sure that adequate supplies stocked on the units and all residents charges are appropriately recorded. Regularly checks emergency equipment to see if they are in proper working order and that sufficient supplies are at hand. Helps keep the unit safe, clean and attractive by reporting to housekeeping any major problems and reporting to maintenance any safety issues. Area/Unit Specific Essential Tasks and Responsibilities: Hospice Plans nursing visits in accordance with agency policy and implements all aspects of the maintenance of current POT, including documentation in accordance with the orders as scheduled with no more than two variances, annually. Responds appropriately to emergency situations as indicated by the assessment findings and nature of the patient’s condition, in accordance with service policy and procedure. Provides hospice aide/homemaker duties and continuous care to appropriate patients when assigned. The LPN assists with the collection of data from a variety of sources to enhance clinical decisions about treatments and nursing interventions. The LPN provides feedback to the registered nurse in the development of nursing diagnoses and carries out the established plan of care and documents reassessments, interventions and patients’ responses to interventions. The LPN carries out therapeutic interventions established in the interdisciplinary plan of care. The LPN provides feedback to the registered nurse continuously in the evaluation of interventions and treatments and how they affect patient health status and expected outcomes. The LPN supports the evaluation of care activities, education and practice environments to ensure the provision of safe, quality care. The LPN participates in educational activities to improve clinical knowledge and enhance role performance. Physical Demands Weight Lifted: Up to 50 lbs, Frequently 31-65% of time Weight Carried: Up to 20 lbs, Frequently 31-65% of time Vision: Heavy, Constantly 66-100% of time Kneeling/Stooping/Bending: Frequently 31-65% Standing/Walking: Constantly 66-100% Pushing/Pulling: Frequently 31-65% Intensity of Work: Constantly 66-100% Job Requires: Reading, Writing, Reasoning, Talking, Keyboarding Working at NGHS means being part of something special: a team invested in you as a person, an employee, and in helping you reach your goals. NGHS: Opportunities start here. Northeast Georgia Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.
RN PCU Full-time
Northeast Georgia Health System

Registered Nurse RN - Heart Failure Intermediate Care Unit - Full Time Nights

Northeast Georgia Health System Gainesville, GA
Job Category: Nursing - Registered Nurse Work Shift/Schedule: 12 Hr Evening - Morning Northeast Georgia Health System is rooted in a foundation of improving the health of our communities. About the Role: Department Overview: Woody Stewart Heart Failure is a 24 bed Intermediate Care Unit. Our patients consist of LVAD patients, patients with a low EF, heart failure patients that need IV diuretics (Lasix drips and Bumex) and Cardiac drips. The majority of patients have PA catheters that require CVP monitoring. Patients are monitored with bedside and central nurses’ station continuous cardiac monitoring. Telemetry monitoring is provided by the Central Monitoring Unit. Early ambulation and strict I's and O's are a part of every patient's treatment plan as both are very important with heart failure patients. Patients admitted or transferred to this area are assessed, educated, monitored, cared for and treated. Education is a big part of what we do. Heart Failure doesn't just go away so we educate each patient on how to adjust to a life with heart failure. Patients on this unit include: • Hemodynamically stable heart failure patients with pulmonary artery (PA) catheter or CVP monitoring • Patients with acute decompensated heart failure without shock • Acute decompensated heart failure patients with stable respiration on chronic bipap or acute need for bipap • Pre and post cardiac catheterization patients • Pre and Post cardiac intervention patients, including pacemaker insertions and ICD implantations. Interventional peripheral and renal angioplasty patients requiring sheath care and removal • Patients who have a Left Ventricular Assistive Device (LVAD) and are hemodynamically stable. • (LVAD) post-implantation surgical patients • Patients with a venous or arterial sheath requiring care, monitoring and removal • Pre-op open-heart surgical patients • Patients receiving treatment of cardiac arrhythmia and hypotension including critical drips such as antiarrhythmic medications, and vasopressors • Patients receiving pre and post electrophysiology procedure care Earn Up to $15,000 Sign-On Bonus! Experienced RNs, join our team in an acute care setting and receive up to a $15,000 sign-on bonus! Why Us? Up to $15,000 bonus based on experience Competitive salary & benefits Career growth opportunities Relocation assistance available (over 50-mile radius) We value your expertise and are here to support your success. Apply now and advance your nursing career with us! Bonus and relocation terms apply. Job Summary Capable clinician with previous specialty experience preferred, focused on expanding knowledge and skills. Consistently provides effective direct care as part of the interdisciplinary team to a variety of complex patients. Seeks as well as provides feedback for improved clinical practice. Assumes a beginning clinical bedside leadership role and seeks mentoring in this process. Participates as a member on PNGC councils and Nursing Quality Teams as appropriate. Actively participates on Unit Council helping with plans to improve NDNQI nursing sensitive indicators, RN Satisfaction, Employee Engagement, Culture of Safety, and Patient Experience data. Works together with other care team members to recruit and retain an excellent nursing care team. For the new graduate clinical RN: focuses primarily on developing knowledge and skills and showing growth in ability to care for increasingly complex patients. Responsible for providing direct and safe patient care based on the nursing process, and for coordinating care for assigned patients on a shift to promote the achievement of clinical outcomes. Requires consultation with more experienced clinicians and accepts feedback as a constructive professional development tool. Minimum Job Qualifications Licensure or other certifications: Licensed to practice as an RN in Georgia. Educational Requirements: Associate's Degree, ADN or Diploma required Minimum Experience: At least 1 year of RN experience – Demonstrated competence in RN I performance expectations or meets experience requirements upon hire Other: Preferred Job Qualifications Preferred Licensure or other certifications: BSN Preferred Educational Requirements: Preferred Experience: Other: Job Specific and Unique Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Delivery of safe, effective, efficient care that meets population specific guidelines Actively works to make own and related teams successful, effectively communicates with patients, families and colleagues at all levels, shows consideration and respect or others and fosters customer service Effectively prioritizes, recognizes problems, and utilizes evidence based practice Demonstrates personal mastery, leadership of self and others, as appropriate, delegates appropriately, and supports NGHS shared governance model Basic computer skills necessary to operate computer systems used on unit Essential Tasks and Responsibilities Transformational Leadership Demonstrates competence in RN I performance expectations in addition to: Serves as a highly engaged and full partner on the care team and responds willingly to care team member needs for assistance. Adapts to change and demonstrates flexibility Leads interdisciplinary rounds to facilitate appropriateness of care and smooth transitions across the continuum Positively impacts the work environment by displaying respect for individuals and the organization Exemplary Professional Practice Demonstrates competence in RN I performance expectations in addition to: Effectively applies the nursing process within the framework of the organization’s professional model of care, using the nursing process to meet the clinical, psychosocial, and spiritual needs of the patient and family Demonstrates initiative and seeks formal and informal opportunities to improve clinical practice within specialty area Demonstrates critical thinking in the identification of clinical, social, safety, psychological, ethical and spiritual issues within the episode of care Effectively delegates care as appropriate while retaining accountability for the quality of care given to patients and families Demonstrates the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with all members of the healthcare team including physicians and advanced practice providers; incorporates Safety behavior and error prevention tools Incorporates Sister Simone Roach’s 7 Cs of Caring: Ctheory by incorporating the seven Cs of Caring: Compassion, Competence, Confidence, Conscience, Commitment, Comportment, Creativity into daily work and practice New Knowledge, Innovation & Improvement Demonstrates competence in RN I performance expectations in addition to: Creates an environment of open dialogue, inquiry, and continuous development by asking for feedback and improving practice Identifies opportunities for quality improvement to colleagues and management. Applies evidence-based practice as a regular aspect of professional practice Ensures improvements in the practice setting by assuming responsibility for self-development in life-long learning. Serves as a resource for students Structural Empowerment Demonstrates competence in RN I performance expectations in addition to: Demonstrates an understanding of cultural intelligence, diversity, equity, and inclusion, lateral violence, and impairment and holds peers accountable for healthy relationships Demonstrating deep interdependence by valuing team member contributions, talents, and skills Models safe work hours, time management, efficiency, and stewardship Supports unit-based shared governance activities while on duty Actively participates in unit-based selfcare activities. Continually evaluate work processes with the goal of improvement, to achieve our strategic initiatives Achieves and maintains de-escalation training certification as appropriate for work unit Empirical Outcomes Demonstrates competence in RN I performance expectations in addition to: Supports in quality of care activities, evaluates the quality and effectiveness of nursing practice Supports unit-based activities aimed at the ownership improving the patient’s experience, employee engagement, and/or nurse sensitive indicators on the unit with a focus on improvement Physical Demands Weight Lifted: Up to 100 lbs, Occasionally 0-30% of time Weight Carried: Up to 50 lbs, Occasionally 0-30% of time Vision: Moderate, Frequently 31-65% of time Kneeling/Stooping/Bending: Frequently 31-65% of time Standing/Walking: Frequently 31-65% of time Pushing/Pulling: Frequently 31-65% of time Intensity of Work: Frequently 31-65% of time Job Requires: Reading, Writing, Reasoning, Talking, Keyboarding Working at NGHS means being part of something special: a team invested in you as a person, an employee, and in helping you reach your goals. NGHS: Opportunities start here. Northeast Georgia Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.
RN PCU Full-time
Northeast Georgia Health System

Registered Nurse RN - Intermediate Care / Progressive Cardiac Care - Full Time Nights

Northeast Georgia Health System Braselton, GA
Job Category: Nursing - Registered Nurse Work Shift/Schedule: 12 Hr Evening - Morning Northeast Georgia Health System is rooted in a foundation of improving the health of our communities. About the Role: Medical Intermediate Care and Progressive Cardiac Care A 24-bed Medical IMC and PCCU unit. Care is provided for a variety of intermediate care medical patients and progressive cardiac care patients including but not limited to: General Medical Patients requiring more frequent monitoring Patients requiring more frequent monitoring, which may include advanced respiratory support such as BiPap, HiFlo Oxygen, and Vapotherm Endocrine Emergencies requiring more frequent monitoring Gastroenterology requiring more frequent monitoring Alcohol withdrawal with CIWA score
RN Full-time
Northeast Georgia Health System

Registered Nurse RN - *NEW* General Medical - Full Time Nights - Up To $15,000 Sign on Bonus!

Northeast Georgia Health System Gainesville, GA
Job Category: Nursing - Registered Nurse Work Shift/Schedule: 12 Hr Evening - Morning Northeast Georgia Health System is rooted in a foundation of improving the health of our communities. About the Role: Join the Excitement in Gainesville’s New General Medical Unit! Be part of something new and impactful! Gainesville General Medical has a new 46-bed unit , and we’re looking for passionate, skilled nurses to help shape its future. This fast-paced unit provides care for a diverse range of complex medical conditions , including: Sepsis and systemic infections Diabetes management, including DKA Liver and pancreatic disorders such as pancreatitis and cirrhosis Advanced wound care and healing support Whether you're looking to broaden your clinical expertise or thrive in a collaborative, team-driven environment, this is your opportunity to grow with us in a unit built for excellence. Earn Up to $15,000 Sign-On Bonus! Experienced RNs, join our team in an acute care setting and receive up to a $15,000 sign-on bonus! Why Us? Up to $15,000 bonus based on experience Competitive salary & benefits Career growth opportunities Relocation assistance available (over 50-mile radius) We value your expertise and are here to support your success. Apply now and advance your nursing career with us! Bonus and relocation terms apply. Job Summary Capable clinician with previous specialty experience preferred, focused on expanding knowledge and skills. Consistently provides effective direct care as part of the interdisciplinary team to a variety of complex patients. Seeks as well as provides feedback for improved clinical practice. Assumes a beginning clinical bedside leadership role and seeks mentoring in this process. Participates as a member on PNGC councils and Nursing Quality Teams as appropriate. Actively participates on Unit Council helping with plans to improve NDNQI nursing sensitive indicators, RN Satisfaction, Employee Engagement, Culture of Safety, and Patient Experience data. Works together with other care team members to recruit and retain an excellent nursing care team. For the new graduate clinical RN: focuses primarily on developing knowledge and skills and showing growth in ability to care for increasingly complex patients. Responsible for providing direct and safe patient care based on the nursing process, and for coordinating care for assigned patients on a shift to promote the achievement of clinical outcomes. Requires consultation with more experienced clinicians and accepts feedback as a constructive professional development tool. Minimum Job Qualifications Licensure or other certifications: Licensed to practice as an RN in Georgia. Educational Requirements: Associate's Degree, ADN or Diploma required Minimum Experience: At least 1 year of RN experience – Demonstrated competence in RN I performance expectations or meets experience requirements upon hire Other: Preferred Job Qualifications Preferred Licensure or other certifications: BSN Preferred Educational Requirements: Preferred Experience: Other: Job Specific and Unique Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Delivery of safe, effective, efficient care that meets population specific guidelines Actively works to make own and related teams successful, effectively communicates with patients, families and colleagues at all levels, shows consideration and respect or others and fosters customer service Effectively prioritizes, recognizes problems, and utilizes evidence based practice Demonstrates personal mastery, leadership of self and others, as appropriate, delegates appropriately, and supports NGHS shared governance model Basic computer skills necessary to operate computer systems used on unit Essential Tasks and Responsibilities Transformational Leadership Demonstrates competence in RN I performance expectations in addition to: Serves as a highly engaged and full partner on the care team and responds willingly to care team member needs for assistance. Adapts to change and demonstrates flexibility Leads interdisciplinary rounds to facilitate appropriateness of care and smooth transitions across the continuum Positively impacts the work environment by displaying respect for individuals and the organization Exemplary Professional Practice Demonstrates competence in RN I performance expectations in addition to: Effectively applies the nursing process within the framework of the organization’s professional model of care, using the nursing process to meet the clinical, psychosocial, and spiritual needs of the patient and family Demonstrates initiative and seeks formal and informal opportunities to improve clinical practice within specialty area Demonstrates critical thinking in the identification of clinical, social, safety, psychological, ethical and spiritual issues within the episode of care Effectively delegates care as appropriate while retaining accountability for the quality of care given to patients and families Demonstrates the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with all members of the healthcare team including physicians and advanced practice providers; incorporates Safety behavior and error prevention tools Incorporates Sister Simone Roach’s 7 Cs of Caring: Ctheory by incorporating the seven Cs of Caring: Compassion, Competence, Confidence, Conscience, Commitment, Comportment, Creativity into daily work and practice New Knowledge, Innovation & Improvement Demonstrates competence in RN I performance expectations in addition to: Creates an environment of open dialogue, inquiry, and continuous development by asking for feedback and improving practice Identifies opportunities for quality improvement to colleagues and management. Applies evidence-based practice as a regular aspect of professional practice Ensures improvements in the practice setting by assuming responsibility for self-development in life-long learning. Serves as a resource for students Structural Empowerment Demonstrates competence in RN I performance expectations in addition to: Demonstrates an understanding of cultural intelligence, diversity, equity, and inclusion, lateral violence, and impairment and holds peers accountable for healthy relationships Demonstrating deep interdependence by valuing team member contributions, talents, and skills Models safe work hours, time management, efficiency, and stewardship Supports unit-based shared governance activities while on duty Actively participates in unit-based selfcare activities. Continually evaluate work processes with the goal of improvement, to achieve our strategic initiatives Achieves and maintains de-escalation training certification as appropriate for work unit Empirical Outcomes Demonstrates competence in RN I performance expectations in addition to: Supports in quality of care activities, evaluates the quality and effectiveness of nursing practice Supports unit-based activities aimed at the ownership improving the patient’s experience, employee engagement, and/or nurse sensitive indicators on the unit with a focus on improvement Physical Demands Weight Lifted: Up to 100 lbs, Occasionally 0-30% of time Weight Carried: Up to 50 lbs, Occasionally 0-30% of time Vision: Moderate, Frequently 31-65% of time Kneeling/Stooping/Bending: Frequently 31-65% of time Standing/Walking: Frequently 31-65% of time Pushing/Pulling: Frequently 31-65% of time Intensity of Work: Frequently 31-65% of time Job Requires: Reading, Writing, Reasoning, Talking, Keyboarding Working at NGHS means being part of something special: a team invested in you as a person, an employee, and in helping you reach your goals. NGHS: Opportunities start here. Northeast Georgia Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.
RN New Grad Internship
Northeast Georgia Health System

RN Residency Program: Winter 2027 Cohort

Northeast Georgia Health System Gainesville, GA
Work Shift/Schedule: Our RN Residency helps new graduates transition into their nursing practice by emphasizing orientation, education, and evidence-based practice. The program allows Residents to engage in didactic learning, state-of-the-art simulations, and training with a dedicated preceptor. Step into your career at NGHS. NGHS: Opportunities start here. About the Role: About the Role: The Northeast Georgia Health System RN Residency Program is a structured & comprehensive 12-month Program for licensed Registered Nurses with less than one year of experience as an RN. We are proud to be one of only four ANCC accredited Practice Transition Programs in the state of Georgia! The Program supports your transition into professional Nursing Practice through: 14-24 weeks of orientation with a dedicated Preceptor Dedicated Mentors, Nurse Manager & Nurse Coordinators Use of our state-of-the-art Simulation Labs Quarterly Seminars Didactic Learning Winter 2027 Cohort Start Date: February 22, 2027 March 8, 2027 Available Departments: Medical Surgical (Acute care/post-surgical) Observation (Medical, Emergency, Cardiac) Emergency Department Intermediate Care Critical Care Peri-op (OR) Women & Children's Services Locations: NGMC Gainesville NGMC Braselton NGMC Lumpkin NGMC Barrow NGMC Habersham Total Rewards: Base pay + shift and weekend differentials We are currently offering a sign on bonus for eligible Medical/Surgical positions. Day one health benefits Tuition reimbursement Working at NGHS means being part of something special: a team invested in you as a person, an employee, and in helping you reach your goals. NGHS: Opportunities start here. Northeast Georgia Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.
LPN Full-time
Northeast Georgia Health System

RN/LPN - Long Term Care - New Horizons Lanier Park - Full Time Days

Northeast Georgia Health System Gainesville, GA
Job Category: Nursing - LPN Work Shift/Schedule: 12 Hr Morning - Afternoon Northeast Georgia Health System is rooted in a foundation of improving the health of our communities. About the Role: Job Summary This position will care for patients in the adult and geriatric age groups. Employee performs clinical duties in accordance with population specific guidelines and adheres to National Patient Safety Goals as outlined in policy and procedures. Minimum Job Qualifications Licensure or other certifications: Licensed to practice as an LPN in Georgia. Current BLS certification required or must be obtained within 30 days of hire. Educational Requirements: High School Diploma or GED Minimum Experience: A minimum of two (2) years clinical nursing experience with emphasis on care of adults in acute care medical and surgical areas is required for Hospice. A minimum of two (2) years clinical nursing experience with emphasis on care of adults in acute care medical and surgical areas is strongly preferred for Long Term Care. Other: Graduate from a state approved LPN school of nursing. Preferred Job Qualifications Preferred Licensure or other certifications: Preferred Educational Requirements: Preferred Experience: Other: Job Specific and Unique Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Demonstrates knowledge appropriate to care for adult and geriatric patient populations specific to unit of practice Meets all certification requirements defined by unit (i.e. BLS, ACLS, PALS). Demonstrates critical thinking skills Demonstrates sound clinical skills and judgment Basic computer skills necessary to operate computer systems used on unit Essential Tasks and Responsibilities: LTC LPN Assesses the patient’s physical and emotional needs and provides appropriate care and intervention. Monitors resident for changes in condition. Reports changes to Physician, Responsible Party, Nurse Supervisor, and other appropriate health professionals. Performs ongoing assessment and communicates assessment and plan of care through written documentation and verbal reports. Correctly administers and documents medication regime. Participates with instruction and education to resident and/or family to help insure safe and appropriate discharge. Contributes to resident safety by: utilizing principles of asepsis in all resident contact, providing a safe resident environment (i.e., Call light within reach, side rails up, etc.), maintaining properly functioning equipment and adhering to infection control policies and procedures. Assesses the status of all residents nursing care of the facility and consults with medical staff as needed. Identifies and implements infection control and safety practices Participates in the orientation of other employees. Organizes patient care and demonstrates ability to set priorities by addressing acute needs first and implementing Physicians’ orders within appropriate time frame. Assists in coordination of residents for admissions, transfers and discharges. Evaluates and monitors, utilization of equipment and supplies. Makes sure that adequate supplies stocked on the units and all residents charges are appropriately recorded. Regularly checks emergency equipment to see if they are in proper working order and that sufficient supplies are at hand. Helps keep the unit safe, clean and attractive by reporting to housekeeping any major problems and reporting to maintenance any safety issues. Area/Unit Specific Essential Tasks and Responsibilities: Hospice Plans nursing visits in accordance with agency policy and implements all aspects of the maintenance of current POT, including documentation in accordance with the orders as scheduled with no more than two variances, annually. Responds appropriately to emergency situations as indicated by the assessment findings and nature of the patient’s condition, in accordance with service policy and procedure. Provides hospice aide/homemaker duties and continuous care to appropriate patients when assigned. The LPN assists with the collection of data from a variety of sources to enhance clinical decisions about treatments and nursing interventions. The LPN provides feedback to the registered nurse in the development of nursing diagnoses and carries out the established plan of care and documents reassessments, interventions and patients’ responses to interventions. The LPN carries out therapeutic interventions established in the interdisciplinary plan of care. The LPN provides feedback to the registered nurse continuously in the evaluation of interventions and treatments and how they affect patient health status and expected outcomes. The LPN supports the evaluation of care activities, education and practice environments to ensure the provision of safe, quality care. The LPN participates in educational activities to improve clinical knowledge and enhance role performance. Physical Demands Weight Lifted: Up to 50 lbs, Frequently 31-65% of time Weight Carried: Up to 20 lbs, Frequently 31-65% of time Vision: Heavy, Constantly 66-100% of time Kneeling/Stooping/Bending: Frequently 31-65% Standing/Walking: Constantly 66-100% Pushing/Pulling: Frequently 31-65% Intensity of Work: Constantly 66-100% Job Requires: Reading, Writing, Reasoning, Talking, Keyboarding Working at NGHS means being part of something special: a team invested in you as a person, an employee, and in helping you reach your goals. NGHS: Opportunities start here. Northeast Georgia Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.
LPN Full-time
Northeast Georgia Health System

RN/LPN - Long Term Care - New Horizons Lanier Park - Full Time Nights

Northeast Georgia Health System Gainesville, GA
Job Category: Nursing - LPN Work Shift/Schedule: 12 Hr Evening - Morning Northeast Georgia Health System is rooted in a foundation of improving the health of our communities. About the Role: Job Summary This position will care for patients in the adult and geriatric age groups. Employee performs clinical duties in accordance with population specific guidelines and adheres to National Patient Safety Goals as outlined in policy and procedures. Minimum Job Qualifications Licensure or other certifications: Currently licensed as an LPN in the State of Georgia. Current BLS certification required or must be obtained within 30 days of hire. Educational Requirements: High School Diploma or GED Minimum Experience: A minimum of two (2) years clinical nursing experience with emphasis on care of adults in acute care medical and surgical areas is required for Hospice. A minimum of two (2) years clinical nursing experience with emphasis on care of adults in acute care medical and surgical areas is strongly preferred for Long Term Care. Other: Graduate from a state approved LPN school of nursing. Preferred Job Qualifications Preferred Licensure or other certifications: Preferred Educational Requirements: Preferred Experience: Other: Job Specific and Unique Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Demonstrates knowledge appropriate to care for adult and geriatric patient populations specific to unit of practice Meets all certification requirements defined by unit (i.e. BLS, ACLS, PALS). Demonstrates critical thinking skills Demonstrates sound clinical skills and judgment Basic computer skills necessary to operate computer systems used on unit Essential Tasks and Responsibilities: LTC LPN Assesses the patient’s physical and emotional needs and provides appropriate care and intervention. Monitors resident for changes in condition. Reports changes to Physician, Responsible Party, Nurse Supervisor, and other appropriate health professionals. Performs ongoing assessment and communicates assessment and plan of care through written documentation and verbal reports. Correctly administers and documents medication regime. Participates with instruction and education to resident and/or family to help insure safe and appropriate discharge. Contributes to resident safety by: utilizing principles of asepsis in all resident contact, providing a safe resident environment (i.e., Call light within reach, side rails up, etc.), maintaining properly functioning equipment and adhering to infection control policies and procedures. Assesses the status of all residents nursing care of the facility and consults with medical staff as needed. Identifies and implements infection control and safety practices Participates in the orientation of other employees. Organizes patient care and demonstrates ability to set priorities by addressing acute needs first and implementing Physicians’ orders within appropriate time frame. Assists in coordination of residents for admissions, transfers and discharges. Evaluates and monitors, utilization of equipment and supplies. Makes sure that adequate supplies stocked on the units and all residents charges are appropriately recorded. Regularly checks emergency equipment to see if they are in proper working order and that sufficient supplies are at hand. Helps keep the unit safe, clean and attractive by reporting to housekeeping any major problems and reporting to maintenance any safety issues. Area/Unit Specific Essential Tasks and Responsibilities: Hospice Plans nursing visits in accordance with agency policy and implements all aspects of the maintenance of current POT, including documentation in accordance with the orders as scheduled with no more than two variances, annually. Responds appropriately to emergency situations as indicated by the assessment findings and nature of the patient’s condition, in accordance with service policy and procedure. Provides hospice aide/homemaker duties and continuous care to appropriate patients when assigned. The LPN assists with the collection of data from a variety of sources to enhance clinical decisions about treatments and nursing interventions. The LPN provides feedback to the registered nurse in the development of nursing diagnoses and carries out the established plan of care and documents reassessments, interventions and patients’ responses to interventions. The LPN carries out therapeutic interventions established in the interdisciplinary plan of care. The LPN provides feedback to the registered nurse continuously in the evaluation of interventions and treatments and how they affect patient health status and expected outcomes. The LPN supports the evaluation of care activities, education and practice environments to ensure the provision of safe, quality care. The LPN participates in educational activities to improve clinical knowledge and enhance role performance. Physical Demands Weight Lifted: Up to 50 lbs, Frequently 31-65% of time Weight Carried: Up to 20 lbs, Frequently 31-65% of time Vision: Heavy, Constantly 66-100% of time Kneeling/Stooping/Bending: Frequently 31-65% Standing/Walking: Constantly 66-100% Pushing/Pulling: Frequently 31-65% Intensity of Work: Constantly 66-100% Job Requires: Reading, Writing, Reasoning, Talking, Keyboarding Working at NGHS means being part of something special: a team invested in you as a person, an employee, and in helping you reach your goals. NGHS: Opportunities start here. 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