Registered Nurse Medical Surgical

REGISTERED NURSE MEDICAL SURGICAL

East Georgia Regional Medical Center, LLC

$10,000 Sign‑On Bonus and up to $20,000 in Student‑Loan Contributions are offered as part of a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k), holiday, vacation, and sick pay.

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides patient‑centered care through assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation. The RN coordinates and delivers high‑quality care based on established clinical protocols and physician/provider orders. The RN collaborates with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure effective patient care and desired outcomes while maintaining a supportive and compassionate environment for patients and families.

• Coordinates and delivers high‑quality, patient‑centered care in accordance with organizational policies, protocols, and the nursing process.
• Conducts thorough patient assessments and documents findings accurately, reporting changes in condition to the appropriate care team members.
• Utilizes knowledge of human growth and development to provide age‑appropriate care and education.
• Administers prescribed medications, monitors for side effects, and documents administration in accordance with standards of practice.
• Assists physicians during procedures within the scope of documented competency and skill level.
• Collaborates with the healthcare team to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans based on patient assessments and needs.
• Responds to medical emergencies and participates in life‑saving interventions, such as CPR and code team activities, as appropriate.
• Advocates for the rights and needs of patients, ensuring their voices are heard and respected in care planning and delivery.
• Provides patient and family education on medical conditions, treatment plans, and post‑discharge care, ensuring understanding and adherence to instructions.
• Implements and adheres to infection control protocols to prevent the spread of healthcare‑associated infections.
• Monitors and operates medical equipment (e.g., IV pumps, monitors, ventilators) as needed for patient care and safety.
• Promotes patient safety by adhering to National Patient Safety Goals and maintaining a clean, safe environment for patients and staff.
• Participates in audits, chart reviews, and compliance checks to ensure adherence to standards of practice and regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrates responsible decision‑making in planning, delegating, and providing care based on patient needs and organizational policies.
• Documents patient care and education thoroughly and promptly in the medical record.
• Engages in professional development to maintain clinical competency and understanding of current nursing standards and regulations.
• Participates in performance improvement initiatives, including data collection and process development, to enhance patient outcomes and care delivery.
• Additional duties:
  • Critical Care RN:
    Administers medications and other treatments as prescribed, manages complex medical equipment, performs procedures such as inserting central lines, managing tracheostomies, and providing advanced cardiac life support.
  • Emergency Services RN:
    Rapid assessment and triage, conducts emergency procedures, implements interventions to stabilize patients.
  • OR Services RN:
    Provides comprehensive care before, during, and after surgery, scrubs in for surgeries, assists the surgical team, monitors vital signs, administers medications, and observes patient changes.
  • Cardiac Surgery RN:
    Continuously assesses patients, administers medications, operates life support equipment, monitors recovery, and manages post‑operative complications.
  • Endoscopy RN:
    Assesses patients, reviews history, obtains consent, monitors vitals, assists during procedure, and provides post‑procedure care.
  • Obstetrics/Labor and Delivery/Post Partum/Nursery RN:
    Educates patients, monitors maternal and neonatal recovery, assists with pain management, and provides newborn care.
  • Oncology RN:
    Administers chemotherapy, manages side effects, monitors vitals, and provides emotional support.
  • Orthopedics RN:
    Provides specialized…