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

Vetted Solutions; Roswell (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Vetted Solutions is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for Acute Care - Ortho Surgical to provide high-quality, compassionate patient care within a collaborative interdisciplinary team. The role adheres to evidence-based standards and the Georgia Nurse Practice Act to ensure safe outcomes.

The RN will perform comprehensive assessments, support families in care planning, and coordinate care with the care team to optimize resources.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of direct patient care nursing experience.
• Associates or Diploma in Nursing; Bachelors preferred.
• Current RN licensure (single-state or multi-state Compact) and BLS certification required.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and time management skills; proficiency with technology and critical thinking abilities.
• Ability to respond effectively in fast-paced environments and emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive assessments, diagnoses, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care using critical thinking and evidence-based practices.
• Deliver patient-centered care tailored to diverse populations, respecting cultural differences and involving patients and families in care planning.
• Coordinate and document safe, quality care through effective communication and teamwork, supporting performance improvement and shared governance initiatives.
• Serve as preceptor or mentor to foster professional development and maintain a qualified workforce.
• Promote research, evidence-based practice, and participation in quality improvement activities to enhance patient outcomes.
• Develop protocols in collaboration with the care team to optimize resource use and reduce adverse events.

Skills

Critical thinking

Communication

Time management

Technology proficiency

Emergency response

Education

Associate's or Diploma in Nursing

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Role Overview

The Registered Nurse (RN) in Acute Care - Ortho Surgical provides high-quality, safe, and individualized patient care within a collaborative interdisciplinary team. They ensure care delivery aligns with evidence-based standards, clinical practice models, and organizational policies, while upholding the Nursing Code of Ethics and Georgia Nurse Practice Act.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive assessments, diagnoses, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care using critical thinking and evidence-based practices.
• Deliver patient-centered care tailored to diverse populations, respecting cultural differences and involving patients and families in care planning.
• Coordinate and document safe, quality care through effective communication and teamwork, supporting performance improvement and shared governance initiatives.
• Serve as preceptor or mentor to foster professional development and maintain a qualified workforce.
• Promote research, evidence-based practice, and participation in quality improvement activities to enhance patient outcomes.
• Develop protocols in collaboration with the care team to optimize resource use and reduce adverse events.

Qualifications & Skills

• Minimum of 2 years of direct patient care nursing experience.
• Associates or Diploma in Nursing; Bachelors preferred.
• Current RN licensure (single-state or multi-state Compact) and BLS certification required.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and time management skills; proficiency with technology and critical thinking abilities.
• Ability to respond effectively in fast-paced environments and emergencies.

This role emphasizes compassionate, collaborative, and evidence-based nursing practice to support organizational excellence and patient well-being.