Registered Nurse (RN) – Acute Care Surgery/Bariatric

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

Job summary

LiveWell Homecare Agency is seeking an RN Clinical Nurse to join an interdisciplinary team dedicated to delivering high-quality, safe patient care. The role emphasizes relationship-based care, evidence-based practice, and collaboration with patients, families, and healthcare teams.

The RN will perform comprehensive nursing processes, coordinate safe care, and contribute to quality improvement, education, and protocol development, while supporting professional growth and mentoring new staff.

Qualifications

• Associates or Bachelor’s Nursing degree preferred.
• Valid RN license (single-state or multi-state compact) and BLS certification required.
• Less than one year of clinical experience post-graduation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform nursing processes including assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
• Provide relationship-based, patient-centered care tailored to diverse populations and cultural backgrounds.
• Partner effectively with patients and families through communication methods like bedside reports and education, focusing on patient goals.
• Coordinate safe care delivery, ensuring thorough documentation and fostering a respectful, inclusive environment.
• Engage in team collaboration, performance improvement, and research activities to enhance care quality.
• Support professional development by completing required education, mentoring, and serving as a preceptor.
• Promote evidence-based practice, participate in data collection, and comply with policies and safety standards.
• Contribute to resource planning and protocol development for optimal outcomes.

Skills

Critical thinking

Effective communication

Teamwork

Cultural competence

Professional growth

Education

Nursing degree (ASN or BSN)

Job description

Role Overview: The RN Clinical Nurse is a key member of an interdisciplinary team dedicated to delivering individualized, high-quality, and safe patient care. They practice under established models and evidence-based standards, ensuring compliance with regulatory and ethical guidelines.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform nursing processes including assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
• Provide relationship-based, patient-centered care tailored to diverse populations and cultural backgrounds.
• Partner effectively with patients and families through communication methods like bedside reports and education, focusing on patient goals.
• Coordinate safe care delivery, ensuring thorough documentation and fostering a respectful, inclusive environment.
• Engage in team collaboration, performance improvement, and research activities to enhance care quality.
• Support professional development by completing required education, mentoring, and serving as a preceptor.
• Promote evidence-based practice, participate in data collection, and comply with policies and safety standards.
• Contribute to resource planning and protocol development for optimal outcomes.

Qualifications:

• Associates or Bachelor’s Nursing degree preferred.
• Valid RN license (single-state or multi-state compact) and BLS certification required.
• Less than one year of clinical experience post-graduation preferred.

Skills: Critical thinking, effective communication, teamwork, cultural competence, and commitment to professional growth are essential for success in this role.