A Registered Nurse provides medical care and treatment, educates patients about their conditions, and provides emotional support to patients and families. Works in hospitals, schools, clinics or community health centers. Works under the supervision of a physician or other specialist, and serves as the primary point of care for patients in a hospital setting. May specialize in emergency room work, or treatment for a particular condition, or specialize in working with infants, the elderly or other patient groups. May work as an advanced practice specialists and prescribe medications in addition to offering specialty care.
About Us Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 9,000 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today. Location Augusta University -
Our Health Sciences Campus:
1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912
Our Summerville Campus:
2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904 College/Department Information At the College of Nursing, we champion diversity and nurture individual student success while providing a rigorous but accessible education that prepares you for the nursing workplace, academia and leadership as you progress throughout your career. You'll be encouraged, challenged and supported whether pursuing an entry-level bachelor's or master's degree or a doctor of nursing practice or Ph.D. degree. It starts with our undergraduates. The College of Nursing approved by the Georgia Board of Nursing and accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, and that's thanks to our innovative, challenging and contemporary curriculum offered across all our various degree programs. Advanced degree options are available for the bachelor and masters prepared nurse with our Doctor of Nursing Practice programs, PhD in Nursing, and Post Master's Certificates. CON graduates leave our programs ready to lead and serve our nation's patients. Augusta University College of Nursing has excellent opportunities for Part Time Registered Nurses to be part of an innovative partnership that has been developed between the East Central Regional Hospital and Augusta University. The nurses will be part of an inter-professional, psychiatric/mental health team that includes staff and advanced practice nurses, psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and direct care staff. The nurses will provide high quality care while practicing and mentoring on a newly developed dedicated education unit designed to teach future mental health professionals using an interdisciplinary approach. Augusta University will provide the academic resources to promote high quality practice and research. Job Summary Under limited supervision, the Staff Nurse provides nursing care and delegated medical services to clients, including psychiatric evaluation and assessment to determine appropriate level of care treatment. Ensures intake assessments, observations are completed timely, and that response to treatments are communicated with both internal and external staff and professionals regarding patient disposition. Provides general oversight for direct care staff. Actively participates as a member of the interprofessional recovery team. Responsibilities The duties include, but are not limited to: Assessment Completes initial and regular assessments of consumers to determine nursing care needs; Information is collected from history, observation, physical examination and analysis of diagnostic data; Completes required assessments within established time frames, and communicates findings as required to assure quality care. Planning Plans individual nursing care based on the findings of assessment; Contributes nursing expertise to the initial and continuing individual recovery plan of care. Intervention Provides direct care and supervises care provided by other direct care staff in according with current policies, procedures; Utilizes nursing actions that promote safety, maintain and or restore physical and mental health, prevent illness and promote recovery; Assures age appropriate interventions are utilized; Provides information and teaches individual and their care providers and families; Provides professional nursing care independently and in cooperation with physician and higher-level nursing staff. Evaluation Evaluates the consumer's response to overall care and takes corrective actions as indicated; Communicates current progress and outcomes to the recovery team and may modify interventions based on consumers' responses and immediate needs; Improve quality of care provided and revise Recovery Plan. Documentation Documents and maintains records and charts; Enters (in writing) medications given and treatments administered as per nursing protocol and organization's policies and procedures. Communication Communicates clearly, respectfully and effectively with consumers and their family and home communities; Communicates with professional team members, and other hospital departments' representatives to assure quality care; Utilizes verbal, written and electronic communication formats; Respects confidentiality requirements. Supervision Provides daily supervision of direct care staff and/or licensed practical nurses to insure the provision effective, efficient and safe nursing care; May function as shift charge nurse on duty. Instructions Instructs patients and family members regarding treatments, surgical procedures, nursing plans and other patient care issues in order to allay apprehensions; Explains home care methods and techniques necessary for continuing patient care and rehabilitation. Knowledge Maintains knowledge of current trends and developments in the field by reading appropriate books, journals and other literature an attending related seminars and conferences; Applies pertinent new knowledge to performance of other responsibilities. Other Duties Performs all other related duties as assigned. Required Qualifications Educational Requirements Graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in Nursing; Current, Active Georgia Licensure as a Registered Nurse in good standing; Current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider
BLS/BCLS
certification. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
ABILITIES
Ability to maintain confidentiality Experience in psychiatric nursing Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal skills Knowledge of nursing theory, management theory and practice Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases Excellent evaluation, decision-making, prioritizing, delegation and time management skills Ability to problem solve in an unpredictable environment and assess patient's condition and make sound, independent decisions Certifications/License Current, Active Georgia Licensure as a Registered Nurse in good standingCurrent American Heart Association Healthcare Provider
BLS/BCLS
certification
Shift/Salary/Benefits Shift:
Day/Evening/Night; Rotate weekends
Pay Grade:
18
Salary:
Minimum $29.92 - $36.86 Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position
Recruitment Period:
7/5/23 - Until Filled Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees. Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays. Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today! Conditions of Employment All candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University. The primary work location for this position is within the Augusta University Medical Center or other Augusta University Health System Clinic Space and is subject to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services guidelines. The selected candidate will be required to provide proof of COVID vaccination or an approved exemption. Your application to this position confirms you are aware of this requirement and agree to provide proof of either COVID vaccination or our organization's approval of a medical or religious exemption. All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during the course of their employment and beyond. Other Information This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. "Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success." Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited. Equal Employment Opportunity Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans. How To Apply Consider applying with us today!
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