RN – Acute Care – Orthopedic Surgery – Full-time Day Shift

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

Job summary

LiveWell Homecare Agency in Georgia is seeking an RN Clinical Nurse to provide high-quality, patient-centered care within an interdisciplinary team in an acute care orthopedic surgical setting.

You will practice per Georgia Nurse Practice Act, document using electronic health records, mentor staff, participate in performance improvement, and support evidence-based practice. This role requires strong communication, critical thinking, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of direct patient care nursing experience.
• Current RN license (single-state or multi-state compact) and BLS certification.
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, time management, and critical thinking skills.
• Proficient in technology and clinical documentation.
• Ability to function effectively in a fast-paced, emergency-responsive environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver relationship-based, culturally sensitive care tailored to patient needs.
• Partner with patients and families through effective communication and clinical rounds.
• Coordinate safe care, document accurately, and promote teamwork and inclusion.
• Participate in performance improvement, research, and evidence-based practice initiatives.
• Serve as a preceptor or mentor to foster professional growth.
• Contribute to protocol development and resource management to optimize patient outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with healthcare policies, standards, and safety goals.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Time management

Critical thinking

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing

Job description

Role: The RN Clinical Nurse provides high-quality, safe, and patient-centered care within an interdisciplinary team in an acute care orthopedic surgical setting. They practice in accordance with professional standards, including the Georgia Nurse Practice Act and the American Nurses Association Code of Ethics, ensuring individualized care through the nursing process (assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, evaluation) supported by evidence-based practices.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver relationship-based, culturally sensitive care tailored to patient needs.
• Partner with patients and families through effective communication and clinical rounds.
• Coordinate safe care, document accurately, and promote teamwork and inclusion.
• Participate in performance improvement, research, and evidence-based practice initiatives.
• Serve as a preceptor or mentor to foster professional growth.
• Contribute to protocol development and resource management to optimize patient outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with healthcare policies, standards, and safety goals.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Minimum of 2 years of direct patient care nursing experience.
• Current RN license (single-state or multi-state compact) and BLS certification.
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, time management, and critical thinking skills.
• Proficient in technology and clinical documentation.
• Ability to function effectively in a fast-paced, emergency-responsive environment.