Registered Nurse (RN) – Surgery/Bariatric – Acute Care

LiveWell Homecare Agency; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

LiveWell Homecare Agency is seeking an RN to collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to provide individualized, high-quality patient care in a clinical setting. You will uphold professional standards and advocate for patient-centered care.

The role emphasizes evidence-based practice, safe care, and ongoing professional development within a compliant, patient-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Nursing is required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of direct patient care experience.
• Licenses: RN (single state or multi-state compact), BLS, and BLS Instructor or Provisional certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform nursing processes—assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation—using critical thinking and evidence-based practices.
• Provide culturally sensitive, relationship-based care tailored to patient populations.
• Coordinate safe, quality care through interdisciplinary communication and documentation.
• Support performance improvement initiatives, research, and shared governance activities.
• Participate in professional development, serve as a preceptor or mentor, and promote evidence-based practice and research.
• Ensure compliance with policies, legal, regulatory, and accreditation standards, including patient safety goals.
• Proactively plan resource use and contribute to protocol development to improve outcomes.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration

Customer service

Critical thinking

Time management

Technology proficiency

Education

Associate’s Degree in Nursing

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

RN license (state or compact)

BLS certification

BLS Instructor certification

Job description

Role Overview: The RN Clinical Nurse collaborates within an interdisciplinary team to deliver individualized, high-quality, and safe patient care in a clinical environment supported by evidence-based practices and organizational models. They uphold professional standards, practice ethically, and advocate for patient-centered care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform nursing processes—assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation—using critical thinking and evidence-based practices.
• Provide culturally sensitive, relationship-based care tailored to patient populations.
• Partner with patients and families through effective communication and education, ensuring patient goals guide care plans.
• Coordinate safe, quality care through interdisciplinary communication, documentation, and fostering a respectful environment.
• Support performance improvement initiatives, research, and shared governance activities.
• Participate in professional development, serve as a preceptor or mentor, and promote evidence-based practice and research.
• Ensure compliance with policies, legal, regulatory, and accreditation standards, including patient safety goals.
• Proactively plan resource use and contribute to protocol development to improve outcomes.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Associate’s Degree in Nursing required; Bachelor’s preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of direct patient care experience.
• Strong interpersonal, collaborative, and customer service skills.
• Ability to respond effectively in fast-paced or emergency situations.
• Proficiency in technology, critical thinking, and time management.
• Licenses: RN (single state or multi-state compact), BLS, and BLS Instructor or Provisional certification.

Additional Requirements: Commitment to professional growth, adherence to organizational policies, and active participation in quality improvement efforts.