Registered Nurse - Acute Care - Medical Surgical Float

Company: WellStar Health
Location: Memphis
Posted on: January 15, 2021

Job Description:

Please note that this role is based in Georgia. Generous relocation packages are available.

Overview

At WellStar we all share common goals. That's what makes us so successful - and such an integral part of our communities. We want the same things, for our organization, for our patients, and for our colleagues. As the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Georgia, this means we pride ourselves on investing in the communities that we serve. We continue to provide innovative care models, focused on improving quality and access to healthcare.

Responsibilities

The RN Clinical Nurse is a proactive member of an interdisciplinary team of licensed and unlicensed care givers who ensure that patients, families and significant others receive individualized high quality, safe patient care. They practice in a clinical environment that is administered by Nurse Managers and other leaders and is supported through the WellStar Shared Governance Model. The framework for practice is steered by the WellStar Professional Practice Model, 5-Star Nursing and evidence based practice and research. RN competencies are derived from these models and supported by the WellStar Core Competencies.

It is expected that all RN Clinical Nurses are licensed, knowledgeable and uphold the practice of nursing as outlined by the Georgia Professional Nurse Practice Act and implements the Scope of Practice and Code of Ethics Standards put forth by the American Nurses Association. As a member of the patient services team, it is expected that the individual upholds the voice of the patient, system policies and procedures while supporting service excellence goals..

Qualifications

Required Minimum Education:

* Graduate of an accredited/approved school of nursing: Baccalaureate degree in nursing (BSN)

from an accredited school of nursing preferred; National certification in area of specialty

preferred

Required Minimum Licensure/Certification:

* Current/active license as a registered nurse in the State of Georgia;
* Must have a current BLS card from the American Heart Association on the first day of employment in position.

Required Minimum Experience:

* One year of current direct patient care experience required.

Join us for outstanding benefits and development opportunities. We also offer state-of-the-art technology, professional support and advancement, and colleagues that rank amongst the best in the country.

Step up to your potential. Find out more and apply today!

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