Registered Nurse (RN) - 5W Acute Care Medicine - Augusta, GA - Full TIme
Company: Wellstar Health Systems, Inc.
Location: Augusta
Posted on: June 15, 2026
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Job Description:
How would you like to work in a place where your contributions
and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion,
pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission
is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of
every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining
example of what's possible when the brightest professionals
dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare
industry, and in people's lives. Work Shift Learn more about Wellstar MCG Health Medical Center,
including our teams, culture, and campus environment: Wellstar MCG Health Medical Center Wellstar Health System Hours: Full Time Nights, 36 Hours per week (3/12s) $20,000 Sign on Bonus Available Job Summary: Join us and discover the support to do more meaningful work-and
enjoy a more rewarding life. Connect with the most integrated
health system in Georgia, and start a future that gives you
more.
Registered Nurses provide quality nursing services by working with
the patient care team to assess, plan, implement, and
evaluate patients' care and by providing a positive, supportive
environment. The Registered Nurse is the front-line
representative of the patient care team often serving as the
intermediary between the patient and family, the provider(s),
and other care team members. This role is expected to: participate
in performance improvement initiatives; maintain
professional competence; develop others; uphold confidentiality,
safety, and professional standards; and support Shared
Governance through service on councils or sponsored activities.
Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions:
Patient Care and Care Coordination: Monitors, examines, and
evaluates the patients conditions. Assists with the care plan and
takes appropriate actions to promote the patients short/long-term
outcomes and wellbeing. Delivers care plan as outlined, applying
independent judgment where appropriate. Collaborates with and
communicates patient care plans with other staff, as appropriate.
Prioritizes and coordinates optimum daily patient flow and patient
experience. Delivers safe and effective care according to policies
and procedures. Maintains appropriate documentation of patient
assessment, changes in condition, care delivered, education
provided, and any incidents or exceptions related to standards of
care or compliance with hospital policy. Patient Advocacy and
Satisfaction: Listens to concerns, probes in-depth to understand
the needs and concerns, and responds to patient needs in an
appropriately timed manner. Serves as an educational resource for
patients and families on health-related issues. Communicates
necessary patient information to family, licensed care providers,
and other staff. Embraces the concept of patient- and
family-centered care to maintain patient, family, staff, and
physician satisfaction. Prioritizes actions according to patient
needs and provides input into the plan of care by reporting
pertinent information involving the patient and family to the
appropriate individuals in accordance with confidentiality
standards. Performance Improvement: Seeks opportunities to improve
the work environment and processes. Contributes ideas to help
identify solutions and supports change implementation. Supports and
contributes to improvement initiatives aligned with achieving
better patient quality outcomes, patient satisfaction, staff
satisfaction, and organizational financial performance.
Professional Competency and Growth: Maintains professional licenses
and certifications. Completes all required training.
Self-identifies and self-manages training and development
opportunities. Is involved in professional organizations. Keeps
current with research literature and industry best practices. Seeks
opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.
Professional Leadership: Fosters the growth and development of
other nurses through mentorship and preceptorship. Contributes to a
positive and supportive work environment. Adheres to all
confidentiality, safety, and professional standards. Acts with
professionalism embrace shared governance principles and
demonstrate integrity. Holds self and others accountable for
practice by participating in the peer feedback process. Positively
promotes the nursing profession and assists with the recruitment of
nurses to AU Health. Other duties as assigned.
Required Minimum Education:
Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s):
All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise
stated.
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