RN-Acute Care-MedSurg–FT Nights-20K Sign on Bonus

Wellstar Health System; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated RN Clinical Nurse to join their dynamic team. This role emphasizes individualized, high-quality patient care within a supportive environment governed by evidence-based practices. As a proactive member of the patient services team, you will engage in meaningful partnerships with patients and their families while adhering to clinical standards and promoting a culture of teamwork and collaboration. This is an excellent opportunity for entry-level nurses to develop their skills and contribute to a mission-driven organization focused on service excellence.

Qualifications

• Must be a licensed Registered Nurse with knowledge of nursing practices.
• Less than 1 year of clinical nursing experience required.

Responsibilities

• Perform nursing assessments and implement care plans for patients.
• Coordinate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure quality patient care.

Skills

Patient Care

Critical Thinking

Teamwork

Evidence-Based Practice

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Tools

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Job description

Job Summary

The RN Clinical Nurse is a proactive member of an interdisciplinary team of licensed and unlicensed care givers who ensure that patients, families, and significant others receive individualized, high-quality, safe patient care. They practice in a clinical environment administered by Nurse Managers and other leaders, supported through the Wellstar Shared Governance Model. The practice framework is guided by the Wellstar Professional Practice Model, evidence-based practice, and research. RN competencies are derived from these models and supported by the Wellstar Values.

Facility: Cobb Hospital

The RN Clinical Nurse is expected to be licensed, knowledgeable, and uphold the practice of nursing as outlined by the Georgia Professional Nurse Practice Act, implementing the Scope of Practice and Code of Ethics Standards by the American Nurses Association. As a member of the patient services team, they must uphold the voice of the patient, adhere to system policies and procedures, and support service excellence goals.

Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions

1. Exemplary Practice and Outcomes
   1. Performs the Nursing Process (assessment, diagnosis, outcome identification, planning, implementation, and evaluation) using evidence-based practice, analytical/critical thinking, and individualized care, coordinating care through effective partnerships.
   2. Provides relationship-based, patient-centered care tailored to population-specific characteristics, respecting cultural diversity.
   3. Partners with patients and significant others using appropriate methods (e.g., bedside shift report, interdisciplinary rounds, patient teaching) to keep them informed and centered on their goals.
   4. Practices according to current clinical standards.
2. Teamwork and Collaboration
   1. Coordinates safe, quality patient care documentation and delivery, promoting respectful, inclusive interdisciplinary communication.
   2. Demonstrates teamwork by practicing responsibly and promoting staff recruitment and retention.
   3. Participates in performance improvement activities, research, and shared governance to ensure safe, quality care.
3. Professional Development and Initiative
   1. Completes all required professional competencies and education.
   2. Serves as a preceptor or mentor to promote workforce development and a healthy work environment.
4. Evidence-Based Practice and Research
   1. Promotes evidence-based practice, research, and performance improvement; participates in data collection and clinical research questions.
   2. Adheres to healthcare policies, standards, and legal/regulatory requirements, including safety goals.
5. Resources and Support
   1. Plans proactively for patient care across the continuum.
   2. Contributes to protocol and procedure development to achieve optimal outcomes.
   3. Supports efficient use of resources.

Minimum Education and Certifications

• Associate's Degree in Nursing or graduation from an accredited nursing program (required).
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (preferred).
• Licenses and certifications: Registered Nurse (single-state and multi-state compact), Basic Life Support, BLS Instructor/Provisional (required).

Experience

• Less than 1 year of clinical nursing experience (required).
• Direct patient care experience (preferred).

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Healthcare Provider
• Industry: Hospitals and Healthcare