Registered Nurse - Med/Surg - General Medical Unit

NGHS:Opportunities starthere.NGHS is currently seeking an experienced Registered Nurse for our General Medical/Surgical Unit in Gainesville.Part-Time Day Shift (7a-7p)S4D is a 25-bed gastroenterology nursing unit with three rooms designed for semi- private occupancy. It is a designated gastroenterology (non-surgical) unit receiving general medical patient overflow.Care is provided for a wide variety of illnesses, including but not limited to:Ulcerative colitisCrohn DiseaseLiver cirrhosisGastrointestinal hemorrhageGastroesophageal refluxAbdominal Pain (non-surgical), N/V/D, GastritisCholecystitisNGHS desires a capable clinician with previous specialty experience preferred, focused on expanding knowledge and skills. Consistently provides effective direct care as part of the interdisciplinary team to a variety of complex patients. Seeks as well as provides feedback for improved clinical practice. Assumes a beginning clinical bedside leadership role and seeks mentoring in this process. Is a professional member of VOICE professional nursing shared governance providing feedback on issues being addressed at meetings. Participates as a member on VOICE councils and Nursing Quality Teamsas appropriate. Actively participates on Unit Council helping with plans to improve NDNQI nursing sensitive indicators, RN Satisfaction, Employee Engagement, Culture of Safety, and Patient Experience data. Works together with other care team members to recruit and retain an excellent nursing care team. Responsible for providing direct and safe patient care based on the nursing process, and for coordinating care for assigned patients on a shift to promote the achievement of clinical outcomes. Requires consultation with more experienced clinicians and accepts feedback as a constructive professional development tool.We''re looking for someone who:Admits mistakes and shortcomingsCommunicates EffectivelyTakes InitiativeEmpatheticPromotes TeamworkAdapts to ChangeJob Specific & Unique Knowledge, Skills & AbilitiesDelivery of safe, effective, efficient care that meets population specific guidelines Actively works to make own and related team successful, effectively communicates with patients, families and colleagues at all levels, shows consideration and respect or others and fosters customer serviceEffectively prioritizes, recognizes problems, and utilizes evidence-based practice.Demonstrates personal mastery, leadership of self and others, as appropriate, delegates appropriately, and supports NGHS shared governance modelBasic computer skills necessary to operate computer systems used on unitEssential Tasks & ResponsibilitiesDemonstrate basic assessment skillsDemonstrates the 5 rights of medication administrationAccurately documents all aspects of the nursing process using the electronic medical record, as applicableUnderstands & complies with all DNV standardsAccesses and follows policiesProvides effective education appropriate for the learning needs of patient/familyDemonstrates appropriate customer service behaviorsPlans patient care based on assessmentDisplays basic prioritization and time management skillsDemonstrates the ability to rapidly recognize & anticipate changes in patient status and takes appropriate action while maintaining professional composureParticipates in the enhancement of the nursing profession and supporting the communityPhysical DemandsOccasionally lifting up to 100 lbsFrequent kneeling/stooping/bendingFrequent standing/walkingFrequent pushing/pullingFrequent intensive work, requires reading, writing, reasoning, & talkingNormal duties may involve contact or potential exposure to blood or other potentially infectious or hazardous materials. Appropriate personal protective equipment is to be used whenever potential existsMinimum Qualifications:Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.Associate Nursing degree.Licensed to practice as an RN in Georgia.One-year experience as a professional RN.Preferred QualificationsBachelor of Science Nursing DegreeNational certification in clinical specialty, as eligibleMembership in a professional organizationWorking at NGHS means being part of something special: a team invested in you as a person, an employee, and in helping you reach your goals.Northeast Georgia Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.

Created: 2025-11-15