Registered Nurse: Day Shift Leader & Patient Advocate

Wellstar Health System; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellstar Health System in Georgia is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to join the patient care team. The role involves Monday through Friday hours, with rotating call, to assess and coordinate care with the care team and families.

You will participate in performance improvement, maintain confidentiality, and support shared governance. The RN provides quality nursing services, communicates care plans, documenting changes and outcomes while delivering compassionate, patient‑centered care in

Qualifications

• Associates degree or diploma in nursing, with preferred bachelor’s degree.
• Current state RN license with required certifications upon hire.
• Ability to participate in performance improvement and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care with the care team.
• Provide advocacy and education to patients and families.
• Ensure accurate documentation and compliance with hospital policy.
• Coordinate daily patient flow and communicate plans across staff.
• Support shared governance and professional development initiatives.

Skills

Patient care

Care coordination

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Associates Nursing or Diploma in Nursing

Bachelor’s in Nursing - Preferred

Job description

Wellstar Health System in Georgia is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to join the patient care team. The role involves Monday through Friday hours, with rotating call, to assess and coordinate care with the care team and families.

You will participate in performance improvement, maintain confidentiality, and support shared governance. The RN provides quality nursing services, communicates care plans, documenting changes and outcomes while delivering compassionate, patient‑centered care in