Acute Care RN - Med/Surg & Post-Op Telemetry

Live Well Homecare; Hiram (GA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Live Well Homecare seeks a Registered Nurse to join our 28-bed med-surg unit, focusing on post-surgical care with telemetry and general medical-surgical patients. You will work with an interdisciplinary team to provide safe, evidence-based care.

The role emphasizes patient-centered planning, effective communication with patients and families, and adherence to clinical standards. You will mentor staff and participate in quality improvement and safety initiatives.

Qualifications

• Valid RN license (single-state or multi-state compact).
• BLS certification required.
• Minimum 6 months direct patient care experience.
• Excellent communication, computer, and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment and respond to emergencies with professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Perform the nursing process—assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation—using evidence-based practice and critical thinking.
• Deliver patient-centered care tailored to individual needs and cultural diversity.
• Partner with patients and families, utilizing effective communication methods like bedside reports and interdisciplinary rounds.
• Coordinate and document safe, quality care, supporting performance improvement, research, and shared governance activities.
• Serve as a preceptor or mentor to foster professional growth and maintain a qualified workforce.
• Promote evidence-based practice, participate in data collection, and support protocols to improve patient outcomes.
• Plan proactively for patient care across the continuum, optimizing resource use and supporting system-wide safety standards.
• Adhere to organizational policies, standards, and ethical guidelines.

Skills

RN license

BLS certification

Direct patient care

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Fast-paced environment

Emergency response

Job description

Live Well Homecare seeks a Registered Nurse to join our 28-bed med-surg unit, focusing on post-surgical care with telemetry and general medical-surgical patients. You will work with an interdisciplinary team to provide safe, evidence-based care.

The role emphasizes patient-centered planning, effective communication with patients and families, and adherence to clinical standards. You will mentor staff and participate in quality improvement and safety initiatives.