RN – Acute Care – Orthopedic Surgical – Part-Time Night Shift

LiveWell Homecare Agency; Roswell (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

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

The role emphasizes evidence-based practice, safety, and individualized care, with opportunities to mentor staff and contribute to quality and safety projects.

Qualifications

• 5+ years RN experience, with direct patient care preferred.
• Current RN license (single-state or multi-state compact) and BLS certification required.
• Associates or Diploma in Nursing required; Bachelor’s preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, critical thinking, and time management skills.
• Proficiency in technology, clinical documentation, and emergency response.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive assessments, diagnoses, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care using critical thinking and evidence-based practices.
• Partner with patients and families through effective communication, education, and shared decision-making to meet their needs and goals.
• Coordinate safe and efficient care delivery, ensuring proper documentation and fostering a collaborative clinical environment.
• Support performance improvement initiatives, participate in research activities, and uphold organizational standards for quality and safety.
• Serve as a preceptor or mentor to promote ongoing professional development and a healthy work environment.
• Engage in resource development, protocol creation, and participate in quality and safety projects to optimize patient outcomes.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Critical thinking

Time management

Technology proficiency

Clinical documentation

Emergency response

Education

Associate degree in nursing

Diploma in Nursing

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Role Overview:

The RN Clinical Nurse provides high-quality, patient-centered care within an interdisciplinary team in an acute care setting, focusing on orthopedic surgical patients. They practice evidence-based nursing aligned with professional standards and organizational policies, ensuring safety, quality, and individualized care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform comprehensive assessments, diagnoses, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care using critical thinking and evidence-based practices.
• Partner with patients and families through effective communication, education, and shared decision-making to meet their needs and goals.
• Coordinate safe and efficient care delivery, ensuring proper documentation and fostering a collaborative clinical environment.
• Support performance improvement initiatives, participate in research activities, and uphold organizational standards for quality and safety.
• Serve as a preceptor or mentor to promote ongoing professional development and a healthy work environment.
• Engage in resource development, protocol creation, and participate in quality and safety projects to optimize patient outcomes.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Minimum of 5 years RN experience, with direct patient care preferred.
• Current RN license (single-state or multi-state compact) and BLS certification required.
• Associates or Diploma in Nursing required; Bachelor’s preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, critical thinking, and time management skills.
• Proficiency in technology, clinical documentation, and emergency response.

Join a team committed to compassionate, innovative care, and professional excellence to make a meaningful impact in healthcare.