Registered Nurse - MedSurg, Night Shift

AccessHealth; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

AccessHealth in Columbus, GA seeks a Registered Nurse to provide comprehensive nursing care across all age groups, following the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care. It emphasizes adherence to organizational policies and coordination of patient activities to deliver high-quality care.

The role requires a valid RN license in the state, BLS certification, and an ability to adapt to various clinical settings.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited nursing program; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Current RN license in the relevant state or multistate license.
• BLS certification required.
• New graduates eligible; hospital experience preferred for some roles.
• Additional certifications may be required based on specialty, such as ACLS, PALS, or chemotherapy/biotherapy training.
• For specific units, certifications like NICU NRP, Women's Services NRP, or Dialysis CDN may be necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient conditions and develop care plans.
• Implement and evaluate nursing interventions.
• Coordinate care activities among staff.
• Maintain standards of practice and ensure patient safety.

Skills

RN license in state

BLS certification

New graduates eligible

ACLS

PALS

Chemotherapy/Biotherapy training

NICU NRP

Women's Services NRP

Dialysis CDN

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Tools

BLS Certification

Job description

Role Overview

The registered nurse provides comprehensive nursing care to patients across all age groups, utilizing nursing processes to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care. They ensure adherence to organizational policies, maintain professional growth, and coordinate patient activities to deliver high-quality care.

Role Overview

The registered nurse provides comprehensive nursing care to patients across all age groups, utilizing nursing processes to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care. They ensure adherence to organizational policies, maintain professional growth, and coordinate patient activities to deliver high-quality care.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess patient conditions and develop care plans.
• Implement and evaluate nursing interventions.
• Coordinate care activities among staff.
• Maintain standards of practice and ensure patient safety.

Qualifications & Skills

• Graduate from an accredited nursing program; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Current RN license in the relevant state or multistate license.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• New graduates eligible; hospital experience preferred for some roles.
• Additional certifications may be required based on specialty, such as ACLS, PALS, or chemotherapy/Biotherapy training.
• For specific units, certifications like NICU NRP, Women's Services NRP, or Dialysis CDN may be necessary.

Additional Requirements

Orientation and certification completion within 180 days are essential for specialized roles. The nurse must demonstrate accountability, professional growth, and the ability to adapt to different clinical settings.