DJJ Staff Nurse - Washington, GA 40 hrs/week

Augusta University; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 100,320; Full time

Job summary

A leading university health center is seeking a full-time DJJ Staff Nurse in Washington, GA. The role involves delivering patient care, guiding nursing activities, and maintaining high standards of service. Applicants must be a licensed RN in Georgia with at least one year of clinical experience. Strong organizational and problem-solving skills are essential. Competitive pay of $39.50 per hour, along with comprehensive benefits including 41 paid days off annually.

Qualifications

• Licensed as an RN in the State of Georgia.
• 1 year of previous experience in a clinical setting.
• Good organizational and decision-making skills.
• Current Health Care Provider BCLS Certification.
• Able to lift 50 lbs; normal bending and reaching.
• Security Clearance by the Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice.

Responsibilities

• Deliver patient care through assessment and planning.
• Guide patient teaching and nursing activities.
• Promote a customer-friendly environment.

Skills

Organizational skills

Decision-making skills

Ability to work under pressure

Customer service orientation

Education

RN licensure in Georgia

BCLS Certification

Job description

Overview

DJJ Staff Nurse - Washington, GA 40 hrs/week

Location: Augusta University. Full Time. Regular/Temporary: Full Time.

Base rate of $39.50 per hour. 41 paid days off per year.

Location

Wilkes RYDC (Located in Wilkes County) 1430 Industrial Park Road, Washington, GA 30673

College/Department Information

Our mission in the Department of Juvenile Justice Health Services is to transform young lives by providing evidence-based rehabilitative treatment services and supervision, strengthening the well-being of youth and families, and fostering safe communities. Each youth will receive appropriate, individualized care to improve their health knowledge and their potential for wellness.

Responsibilities

Duties to include but are not limited to:

• Under the general direction of the Lead Nurse - responsible for the delivery of patient care through the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
• Guide patient teaching, nursing activities, and ancillary personnel.
• Promote a customer-friendly environment and provide superior service to youth, facility staff, family, and outside vendors.

Required Qualifications

• Licensed as an RN in the State of Georgia.
• 1 year of previous experience in a clinical setting.
• Good organizational and decision-making skills; good physical and mental health; able to work under pressure; must relate well to patients, security staff, visitors, and co-workers.
• Functions within the Georgia Board of Nursing Nurse Practice Act.
• Current Health Care Provider BCLS Certification, obtained through American Heart or Red Cross Program.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs; normal bending, reaching, stooping; standing and sitting for long periods; ability to move quickly in emergencies (within 4 minutes); normal hearing and vision (with corrective appliances) as necessary; ability to perform BCLS.
• Security Clearance by the Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice.

Shift/Salary/Benefits

Shifts may vary and depend upon the availability of each site.

For detailed information on benefits, please refer to the Benefits page: Benefits & Data Management (augusta.edu).

Conditions of Employment

All candidates are to complete and successfully pass pre-employment requirements. This includes a Criminal History Record Release (and when applicable, a Physical Examination and Drug Screen). All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during employment and beyond.

Other Information

This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to patients, students, faculty, and employees. Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution and is tobacco-free; the use of tobacco products on campus is prohibited.

AA/EEO/Condition Statement

Department of Juvenile Justice is a Division of Augusta University. We are an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity and affirmative action institution. Augusta University is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans. It is the policy of the University to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to age, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation or veteran status.

How To Apply

Consider applying with us today. See the job posting at Augusta University Careers: Augusta University HR jobs.

If you need further assistance, please contact 706-721-9365.

To apply, visit the careers page at the following URL: careers.usg.edu...

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