RN (Experienced), Full-time Nights, Float Pool, Douglas Hospital - ReqCode DH-543966

WellStar - Douglasville, GA

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END DATE February 25, 2012

Job Summary

Company
WellStar WellStar
Location

Douglasville, GA, US

Job Type
Regular
Job Classification
Full Time
Experience
Entry Level (0 - 2 years)
Education
Bachelors Degree
Company Ref #
2289938222899382
AJE Ref #
555823633
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Job Description

To deliver world-class healthcare for a community exceeding 600,000 people, WellStar is more than 11,000 strong to meet the health demands and needs of our communities. With five unique hospitals, over 1,000 beds, and a strong Physicians Group, WellStar has become a shining example of what's possible when talented, passionate people dedicate themselves to making a difference in the industry and in the communities we serve.

Join the team Named one of the Top 100 Companies by Working Mother Magazine
WellStar Douglas Hospital is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse for a full-time Night Shift position in the Float Pool! Experience in Critical Care Nursing and ACLS required.

Job Summary:
The Registered Nurse functions under the direction of the Nurse Manager and Resource Nurse and is responsible for implementing the nursing process based on expanded knowledge and experience. The nurse is responsible for coordinating and providing safe patient care with an understanding and awareness of age appropriate and culturally aware needs. The nurse addresses the patient/family biological, emotional, developmental, psychosocial and education needs. The nurse is responsible for delivery of patient care in complex situations, coordination of patient care activities, staff development and professional self-development. The nurse is able to independently perform job functions.

Required Minimum Education:
Graduate of an accredited/approved school of nursing; current licensure as a registered professional nurse in the State of Georgia; Baccalaureate degree in nursing (BSN) from an accredited school of nursing preferred; national certification in area of specialty preferred.

Required Minimum Experience:
One (1) year medical/surgical nursing practice in an acute care environment preferred.

Required Skills:
Ability to read, write and speak the English language; Strong customer service and interpersonal skills; Inter- and intra-departmental coordination of patient care activities; Delegation skills required; Ability to multi-task essential; Ability to function in stressful and emergency situations essential; Strong detail orientation required; Computer skills required; Personal time management skills are required; Compliance with the American Nurses' Association Code of Ethics for Professional Nurses is required; Demonstrates knowledge of and practices within parameters outlined in Georgia Registered Professional Nurse Practice Act.

Thank you for your interest in WellStar.
We are an equal opportunity employer.

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