Med Surg-RN

Job Title: Med SurgRN

Location: Decatur GA 30033

Duration: 34.4 Weeks

Shift Schedule: Night shift 7:30pm 8:00am (12hr shift/3days per week) 72hrs per pay period

Hours per Day: 12.0

Days per Week: 3

Job Description

Details: We are seeking experienced Medical/Surgical Registered Nurses (RNs) to provide comprehensive care to patients requiring acute medical or surgical interventions at the Atlanta VA Health System. The RN will function both independently and under the guidance of the Nurse Manager or designee delivering a holistic approach to patient care

Skills/Experience

Minimum Qualifications

Licensure: Current unrestricted RN license from any state in the United States.

Certification: Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)/Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate accredited by the American Heart Association.

Experience: Minimum of three (3) years of current experience in an acute care medical/surgical unit in an urban academic Medical Center setting exclusive of agency assignments. Must have worked within the last six (6) months in the aforementioned settings.

Education: Bachelors Degree in Nursing or related field but an associate degree or diploma educational level considered with valid license and current experience

Graduate of a professional nursing school approved by the appropriate Stateaccrediting agency and accredited by ACEN CCNE or ANCC.

Strong clinical skills in acute care settings.

Proficient in the insertion and maintenance of peripheral and central lines.

Skilled in medication administration and complex wound care.

Excellent documentation and communication abilities.

Ability to provide psychological support and handle emergency situations effectively.

Teamoriented with a focus on collaborative patient care.

Ability to complete and successfully pass any required government background check.

Patient Care

Assess and care for patients with diverse physical and psychological diagnoses.

Provide care to patients requiring special precautions such as those in isolation.

Assume patient care assignments for a group of patients ensuring their comprehensive care.

Administer medications (oral subcutaneous intramuscular and intravenous) and blood products.

Perform complex wound dressing care and maintenance.

Provide care for COVID19 positive patients and Patients under Investigation (PUI) for COVID19.

Required Skills:

Diagnostic and Therapeutic Procedures

Insert and maintain peripheral lines.

Maintain central lines for the administration of intravenous fluids.

Perform phlebotomy and bedside testing.

Provide emergency care as indicated

Documentation and Communication:

Verify physician orders.

Complete and document care accurately according to facility and unit policies.

Offer psychological support to patients as needed.

Collaboration and Teamwork:

Work closely with the healthcare team to meet patient care needs.

Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.