RN – Acute Care – Orthopedic Surgery – PRN

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

Job summary

LiveWell Homecare Agency seeks an experienced RN Clinical Nurse to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in an acute care setting, focusing on orthopedic surgery patients within an interdisciplinary team. Responsibilities include the nursing process, care coordination, documentation, and participation in quality improvement.

Requires current RN license, BLS certification, and strong English communication, interpersonal skills, and critical thinking with time management.

Qualifications

• Associates or Bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred.
• Current RN license (single state or multi-state compact) and BLS certification required.
• Experience with direct patient care preferred.
• Proficiency in English, strong interpersonal skills, critical thinking, and effective time management.
• Ability to use technology effectively in clinical practice and respond calmly to emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Perform the nursing process - assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation - using critical thinking and individualized care.
• Deliver relationship-based, culturally sensitive, patient-centered care, partnering with patients and families to meet their goals.
• Coordinate safe, quality care through effective communication, documentation, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Support performance improvement initiatives, research, and evidence-based practice to enhance patient outcomes.
• Mentor and serve as a preceptor for colleagues, fostering a healthy and professional work environment.
• Participate in protocol development, resource management, and data collection to improve care delivery and reduce adverse events.

Skills

Critical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Time management

English proficiency

Education

Associates or Bachelor’s in Nursing

Job description

Role Overview: The RN Clinical Nurse provides high-quality, safe, and patient-centered care within an interdisciplinary team in an acute care setting, focusing on orthopedic surgical patients. They practice in a supportive environment guided by evidence-based standards, professional models, and organizational policies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform the nursing process - assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation - using critical thinking and individualized care.
• Deliver relationship-based, culturally sensitive, patient-centered care, partnering with patients and families to meet their goals.
• Coordinate safe, quality care through effective communication, documentation, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Support performance improvement initiatives, research, and evidence-based practice to enhance patient outcomes.
• Mentor and serve as a preceptor for colleagues, fostering a healthy and professional work environment.
• Participate in protocol development, resource management, and data collection to improve care delivery and reduce adverse events.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Associates or Bachelor's Nursing degree preferred.
• Current RN license (single state or multi-state compact) and BLS certification required.
• Experience with direct patient care preferred.
• Proficiency in English, strong interpersonal skills, critical thinking, and effective time management.
• Ability to use technology effectively in clinical practice and respond calmly to emergencies.

Additional Requirements: Commitment to professional development, adherence to healthcare policies, and participation in quality improvement activities. Performs other duties as assigned to support optimal patient care.