Registered Nurse (RN) - Acute Care - Ortho Trauma
Augusta, Georgia
Posted Aug 24
- Unit
- Ortho Trauma
What the listing says
Role
- Term
- Permanent
- On the floor
- Precepting expected
- Setting
- Hospital
- Accepts
- RN
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About this role
Role
Overview
The Registered Nurse provides high-quality nursing care by collaborating with the patient care team to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient needs. They serve as a key liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers, ensuring patient-centered care and satisfaction.
Key
Responsibilities
Monitor, evaluate, and document patient conditions and care plans, ensuring safety and compliance. Assist in delivering care according to established policies, prioritizing patient needs, and coordinating daily patient flow. Advocate for patients by addressing concerns, providing health education, and communicating with families and staff. Participate in performance improvement initiatives and support organizational goals for quality and satisfaction. Maintain professional licenses, pursue ongoing education, and contribute to a positive work environment through mentorship and teamwork.
Qualifications &
Skills
Associate or Bachelor's Nursing degree preferred. Current RN license (single state or multi-state compact). Required certifications include BLS. Experience in direct patient care preferred. Strong communication, clinical judgment, and teamwork skills.
Additional Notes
The role involves supporting performance improvement, maintaining professionalism, and adhering to hospital standards, with opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.
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Requirements
- RN
- Associate or Bachelor's Nursing degree preferred.
- Current RN license (single state or multi-state compact).
- Required certifications include BLS.
- Experience in direct patient care preferred.
- Strong communication, clinical judgment, and teamwork skills.
Place
- City
- Augusta, Georgia
- Metro price level
- 8% below the national average
Augusta area index 91.9, where 100 is the national average.
Augusta sits along the Savannah River near the South Carolina line, blending Southern charm with a steady healthcare economy anchored by multiple regional hospitals. The city offers affordable living and a slower pace, with a compact downtown and historic districts. Golf fans know it for the Masters each spring.
Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 metro Regional Price Parities.
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