Weekend RN: Independent, Impactful Patient Care

Northside Hospital; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Northside Hospital in Georgia seeks a Registered Professional Nurse who independently plans and provides high-quality nursing care according to physician orders, guidelines and Georgia rules.

This Weekend Professional Plan Position requires working two 12-hour shifts every weekend (Fri–Sun) with holiday coverage; compensation includes base rate plus Weekend Professional premium. The RN will manage patient groups, coordinate with care teams and support ongoing safety and quality initiatives.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Licensed as a RN in the State of Georgia in good standing without limitations.
• Certified in American Heart Association's Basic Life Support (BLS).

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates competency in clinical practice; self-directed in goal setting in management of complex patients and families; utilizes the nursing process and is skilled at adapting care to rapidly changing patient conditions.
• Provides safe, competent patient care; is knowledgeable of current patient care guidelines; communicates with peers, colleagues, providers and others.
• Independently implements the nursing process for patients and families; integrates unit- and service-wide evidence-based practice resources into clinical practice.
• Self-sufficient, competent and safe in the operation of unit-based patient care technology; efficiently operates the organization's computerized information systems; continuously develops personal practice competencies, skills and knowledge.
• Delegates care where appropriate.
• Serves as a preceptor for new employees and students.
• Creates personal goals for lifelong learning and professional growth.

Education

BSN degree

Job description

Northside Hospital in Georgia seeks a Registered Professional Nurse who independently plans and provides high-quality nursing care according to physician orders, guidelines and Georgia rules.

This Weekend Professional Plan Position requires working two 12-hour shifts every weekend (Fri–Sun) with holiday coverage; compensation includes base rate plus Weekend Professional premium. The RN will manage patient groups, coordinate with care teams and support ongoing safety and quality initiatives.