RN - MedSurg, Ortho, PRN, Nights

Piedmont; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in Macon, Georgia, is seeking a compassionate Nurse to provide patient-centered care across the lifespan. The role involves nursing processes to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care while adhering to hospital policies. Education from an accredited nursing program is required along with Georgia State RN licensure. New graduates are encouraged to apply. This position offers the opportunity to grow professionally in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• No experience required for new Graduates of a nursing program.
• Nursing experience in a hospital setting preferred.
• RN - Registered Nurse - Georgia State Licensure required.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to patients utilizing nursing processes.
• Function within the framework of policies and demonstrate accountability.
• Coordinate patient care activities for quality nursing care.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Nursing processes assessment

Professional growth and accountability

Education

Graduate from a recognized, accredited school of nursing

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Overview

Piedmont Macon is a 310-bed facility providing compassionate, patient-centered care in middle Georgia. Founded in 1971 as Coliseum Park Hospital by Hospital Corporation of America, Piedmont Macon Medical has grown to be a healthcare leader for middle Georgians. In May 1998, a merger with two other Macon hospitals, Middle Georgia and Coliseum Northside Hospitals, provided our community better access and choice of quality healthcare facilities.

Responsibilities

The staff nurse provides nursing care to patients from birth through the lifecycle utilizing nursing processes to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate the care for patients. He/she functions within the framework of the policies and procedures of the organization and demonstrates professional growth and accountability. The staff nurse is responsible for maintaining standards of practice, coordinating patient care activities of all assigned staff in the provision of quality nursing care.

Qualifications

• Education
  • Graduate from a recognized, accredited school of nursing Required
  • Bachelor's Degree Preferred
• Work Experience
  • No experience required New Graduates of a nursing program eligible Required
  • Nursing Experience in Hospital Setting Preferred
  • 1 year in a hospital setting for PRN positions Preferred
• Licenses and Certifications
  • RN - Registered Nurse - Georgia State Licensure and/or NLC/eNCL Multistate Licensure Current License in the State of Georgia as a Registered Nurse or NLC/eNCL Multistate License. Required
  • BCLS - Basic Life Support Required
  • Advanced certification in field of specialty, if applicable (see addendum)
• Addendum
  • Cardiac Tele: Additional Required Certifications: ACLS Certification - (Nurse Residents or nurses new to specialty will complete applicable certifications within 6 months of start date) within 180 Days Required
  • Critical Care: Additional Required Certifications: ACLS Certification - (Nurse Residents or nurses new to specialty will complete applicable certifications within 6 months of start date) within 180 Days Required
  • Dialysis: Additional Required Certifications: CDN (Certified Dialysis Certificate) preferred Preferred
  • Emergency Department: Additional Required Certifications: ACLS and PALS Certification - (Nurse Residents or nurses new to specialty will complete applicable certifications within 6 months of start date) Experienced Emergency Department nurses will have 6 months to obtain the PALS certification. within 180 Days Required
  • Infusion/Oncology: Additional Required Certifications: Chemotherapy/Biotherapy Certification - prior to independent chemotherapy administration Upon Hire Required
  • Pediatrics: Identifies, reports and provides appropriate protective measures for high risk situations including, but not limited to, abuse or neglect, failure to thrive and potential for abduction. Additional Required Certifications: PALS Certification - required at Piedmont Columbus Hospital (Nurse Residents or nurses new to specialty will complete applicable certifications within 6 months of start date) PEARS or PALS Certification - required at Piedmont Athens Hospital (Nurse Residents or nurses new to specialty will complete applicable certifications within 6 months of start date) within 180 Days Required
  • Surgical Services: Additional Required Certifications: PreOp/PACU/ENDO/CSU - ACLS; PALS if unit provides care to pediatric patients (Nurse Residents or nurses new to specialty will complete applicable certifications within 6 months of start date) OR - BLS required only within 180 Days Required
  • Women's Services: Additional Required Certifications: Labor and Delivery-ACLS Certification - (Nurse Residents or nurses new to specialty will complete applicable certifications within 6 months of start date) NRP by the end of orientation period, AWHONN Intermediate Fetal Monitoring Program within 12 months of start date Mother/Baby- NRP by the end of orientation period NICU- NRP by the end of orientation period NAT (Newborn Admission Team)- NRP by the end of orientation period Nursery- NRP by the end of orientation period within 180 Days Required

Business Unit

Company Name: Piedmont Macon Medical