Registered Nurse

EyeSouth Partners

Gainesville (GA)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 90,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k w/ Match

HSA/FSA

Telemedicine

Generous PTO Package

Employee Discounts and Perks

Employee Assistance Program

Group Life/AD&D

Short Term Disability Insurance

Long Term Disability Insurance

Job summary

EyeSouth Partners is hiring a Registered Nurse in Georgia. The role involves providing ongoing nursing care to patients in ambulatory/surgical settings with a focus on safety and quality. You will collaborate with physicians and the health care team to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care.

The ideal candidate holds an RN license in the state, BLS/ACLS certs, and a nursing degree from an accredited school. A strong commitment to patient experience and confidentiality is essential.

Qualifications

Graduate of accredited nursing program.
Active RN license in the state where work will be conducted.
BLS and ACLS certification.
High school diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

Observing facility policies, procedures, and processes.
Preparing patients for the planned procedure.
Obtaining the patient’s medical history, including medications, allergies, and reactions.
Carrying out physician’s orders.
Observing patient’s condition including vital signs, pain, and symptoms requiring further evaluation, and escalating as needed.
Educating the patient including discharge instructions.
Administering medications per physician order.

Skills

Nursing judgment

Communication skills

Patient care coordination

Education

Graduate of accredited school of nursing

Active RN license (state where work will be conducted)

BLS and ACLS certification

High school diploma or GED

Job description

North Georgia Eye Associates has been a premiere eye care provider in North Georgia for over sixty years. Our locations include Gainesville, Braselton, Clayton, Cornelia, Hamilton Mill/Dacula and Cumming. With Board Certified Ophthalmologists and Optometrists, we can service all our patient’s eyecare needs. Our surgery center was recognized as one of America's top ambulatory surgery centers by Newsweek in 2022. Our surgeons offer femtosecond assisted laser cataract surgery. North Georgia Eye Aesthetics offers oculoplastic and reconstructive services. We have a dedicated dry eye clinic which includes state of the art treatments including Lipiflow and IPL.. Whether your patients need an annual eye check or treatment for a specific eye condition, North Georgia Eye Associates can care for their entire family.

We are now hiring a Registered Nurse. The ideal candidate must demonstrate a commitment to support the clinic’s goals of providing each patient with a positive experience while receiving quality comprehensive eye care from the providers.

The Registered Nurse provides ongoing assessment and nursing care to patients in the facility in accordance with Physician’s orders, policies, procedures, and processes within the scope of practice. Participates in the teaching of patients and family and provides leadership by working cooperatively with the other health care team members. Collaborates with physicians and team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care. Maintains standards for professional nursing practice in the clinical setting.

Observing facility policies, procedures, and processes
Preparing patients for the planned procedure
Obtaining the patient’s medical history, including medications, allergies, and reactions
Carrying out physician’s orders
Observing the patient’s medical condition including vital signs, affect, pain, and symptoms requiring further evaluation and treatment, and escalating concerns to the physician
Communicating to the patient and the care team in an effective manner
Relaying information to appropriate personnel concerning a patient’s condition
Educating the patient including providing instructions in preparation for discharge
Administering medications per physician order
Appropriate documentation of care
Supervising non-licensed personnel as assigned
Maintaining appropriate supplies and medication
Assisting with the preparation and performance of procedures
Assisting in medical records maintenance
Utilizing safe practices and controls to protect patients and self from infection and exposure
Maintaining patient privacy and confidentiality at all times
Maintaining patient’s rights
Maintaining positive and effective interpersonal relationships
Reporting and documenting any unusual occurrences and incidents in a timely manner
Utilizing proper body mechanics while lifting
Serving as a clinical resource
Demonstrating professional accountability
Other duties as assigned
High school graduate or GED certificate recipient
Graduate of accredited school of nursing
Active RN license in the state where work will be conducted.
BLS and ACLS certification
Current Pre-op/PACU experience (within past 2 years)
Ability to make sound nursing judgment based on nursing theory.
Demonstrates primary nurse accountability through coordination, communication, and continuity of patient care.
Must be able to assess, prioritize, plan, and implement direct patient care.
Assumes responsibility for competency of practice and takes initiative for professional development and continuing education.
Working knowledge and experience in hospital or ambulatory surgery center including direct patient care.
Ability to adhere to work schedule and manage time appropriately.
Ability to utilize resources in a timely, organized, and cost-effective manner.
Knowledge of patient monitoring equipment.