Registered Nurse (RN) – Acute Care – Ortho Trauma

LiveWell Homecare Agency; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

LiveWell Homecare Agency is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide high-quality patient care, assess needs, plan, implement, and evaluate care in a supportive home setting. The RN serves as a key communication link among patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure patient-centered outcomes and satisfaction.

The role emphasizes clinical excellence, collaboration with care teams, ongoing education, and adherence to safety and professional standards. Licensure and BLS are required.

Qualifications

• Involved in nursing assessments, care plans, and documentation.
• Requires current RN license and BLS certification.
• Emphasis on patient-centered care and education.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and evaluate patient conditions; assist in care planning and deliver safe, policy-aligned care.
• Coordinate patient flow, prioritize actions, and document assessments, care, and incidents.
• Advocate for patients by addressing concerns, educating families, and ensuring staff communication.
• Contribute to performance improvement initiatives and process enhancements.
• Maintain licenses, certifications and pursue ongoing professional development.
• Mentor colleagues, uphold confidentiality and safety, and promote a positive environment.

Skills

Clinical skills

Professionalism

Communication

Teamwork

Lifelong learning

Education

Associate degree in Nursing

Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred

Job description

Role Overview: The Registered Nurse provides high-quality nursing care by assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient needs within a supportive environment. They act as a key communication link between patients, families, and healthcare providers, ensuring patient-centered care and satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor and evaluate patient conditions; assist in care planning and deliver safe, effective care according to policies.
• Coordinate patient flow, prioritize actions, and maintain accurate documentation of assessments, care, and incidents.
• Advocate for patients by addressing concerns, providing education, and ensuring communication with families and staff.
• Participate in performance improvement initiatives, contribute ideas for process enhancements, and support organizational goals.
• Maintain professional licenses, certifications, and pursue ongoing development; stay updated with industry best practices.
• Foster growth of colleagues through mentorship, uphold confidentiality and safety standards, and promote a positive work environment.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Associates or Diploma in Nursing; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Current RN license (single state or multi-state compact) and BLS certification required.
• Strong clinical skills, professionalism, effective communication, teamwork, and commitment to continuous learning.

This role involves supporting organizational improvement, demonstrating leadership, and ensuring exceptional patient care in a dynamic healthcare setting.