Role Overview: The RN Clinical Nurse is a vital member of an interdisciplinary team providing individualized, high-quality, and safe patient care. They operate within a clinical environment supported by Nurse Managers and leadership, guided by evidence-based practice, the Wellstar Professional Practice Model, and organizational values.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform nursing assessments, diagnoses, planning, implementation, and evaluation using evidence-based standards.
- Deliver relationship-based, patient-centered care tailored to diverse populations and cultural considerations.
- Partner with patients and families through effective communication methods, ensuring patient goals are prioritized.
- Coordinate and document safe, quality care while fostering teamwork, inclusiveness, and respectful clinical environments.
- Participate in performance improvement, research, and shared governance activities to enhance patient outcomes.
- Serve as a preceptor or mentor, supporting professional development and creating a healthy work environment.
- Promote evidence-based practice, research, and quality initiatives, ensuring compliance with policies, standards, and accreditation requirements.
- Plan proactively for patient care across the continuum and assist in protocol development for best practice outcomes.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Minimum education: Associate’s or Diploma in Nursing (Bachelor’s preferred).
- Licenses and certifications: RN license (single or multi-state), BLS, PALS or equivalent, required upon hire.
- Experience with direct patient care preferred.
- Strong communication, critical thinking, time management, and technological skills.
- Ability to function effectively in a fast-paced environment and respond decisively to emergencies.
Additional Information: The role involves working night shifts, with a focus on delivering compassionate, system-wide excellence in patient care. The position emphasizes professional growth, collaboration, and adherence to safety and quality standards.