RN – Acute Care – Orthopedic Surgery – PRN

LiveWell Homecare Agency; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

LiveWell Homecare Agency in Savannah, GA is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care within an interdisciplinary team. You will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care in accordance with the Georgia Nurse Practice Act and ANA standards.

The role emphasizes compassionate communication with patients and families, mentorship of staff, and participation in continuous improvement initiatives to uphold safety and care excellence.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing.
• Current RN licensure (single-state or multi-state compact).
• BLS certification.
• Experience in direct patient care preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, time management, and critical thinking skills.
• Proficiency in technology and clinical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Perform and coordinate clinical care, ensuring cultural competence and adapting to patient needs.
• Partner with patients and families through effective communication, education, and shared decision-making.
• Promote teamwork via diverse communication methods, timely documentation, and a respectful environment.
• Support performance improvement initiatives and participate in research and evidence-based practices.
• Serve as a preceptor or mentor, fostering professional development and a healthy work culture.
• Participate in protocol development, resource management, and quality assurance activities.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

RN licensure

BLS certification

Direct patient care

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Nursing degree

Technology proficiency

Education

Associate’s Degree in Nursing

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing

Job description

Role Overview:

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides high-quality, safe, and patient-centered care within an interdisciplinary team, practicing according to the Georgia Nurse Practice Act and ANA standards. They deliver individualized care using evidence-based practices, critical thinking, and the nursing process (assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, evaluation).

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform and coordinate clinical care, ensuring cultural competence and adapting to patient needs.
• Partner with patients and families through effective communication, education, and shared decision-making.
• Promote teamwork via diverse communication methods, timely documentation, and a respectful environment.
• Support performance improvement initiatives and participate in research and evidence-based practices.
• Serve as a preceptor or mentor, fostering professional development and a healthy work culture.
• Participate in protocol development, resource management, and quality assurance activities.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (Bachelor’s preferred).
• Current RN licensure (single-state or multi-state compact).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Experience in direct patient care preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, time management, and critical thinking skills.
• Proficiency in technology and clinical documentation.

Join a team committed to compassionate care, professional growth, and excellence in healthcare delivery.