Jobs in Vinings Georgia

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

Night (United States of America)

WellStar Kennestone Hospital has an opportunity for a Full Time Registered Nurse (RN) - General Cardiac

Job Summary:

The RN Clinical Nurse is a proactive member of an interdisciplinary team of licensed and unlicensed care givers who ensure that patients, families and significant others receive individualized high quality, safe patient care. They practice in a clinical environment that is administered by Nurse Managers and other leaders and is supported through the Wellstar Shared Governance Model. The framework for practice is steered by the Wellstar Professional Practice Model and evidence-based practice and research. RN competencies are derived from these models and supported by the Wellstar Values.
It is expected that all RN Clinical Nurses are licensed, knowledgeable and uphold the practice of nursing as outlined by the Georgia Professional Nurse Practice Act and implements the Scope of Practice and Code of Ethics Standards put forth by the American Nurses Association. As a member of the patient services team, it is expected that the individual upholds the voice of the patient, system policies and procedures while supporting service excellence goals.

Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

Exemplary Practice and Outcomes A.Performs the Nursing Process (assessment; diagnosis; identification of outcomes; planning; implementation and evaluation) in the performance of clinical care using evidence base practice, uses analytical/critical thinking and ensuring that care is individualized; coordinating care through effective partnerships recognizing that caring is central to achieve optimal patient care outcomes B.Provides relationship-based patient centered care that is consistent with population specific characteristics (e.g. age, gender, disease, etc) in a manner that adapts service delivery to reflect an understanding of cultural diversity C.Always partners with the patient and significant others (as appropriate) using such appropriate method for setting and purpose (e.g., bedside shift report; interdisciplinary rounds; just in time and planned patient teaching; keeping the patient and significant others updated and making the patients goals the focus of the plan of care. D.Practices using current clinical practice standards. Teamwork and Collaboration A.Coordinates the delivery and documentation of safe quality patient care that promotes the professional care delivery model. This includes, but is not limited to diverse and inclusive interdisciplinary communication methods (interdisciplinary rounds, case review, etc); completion of timely documentation and promotion of a respectful, inclusive clinical environment B.Demonstrates teamwork and collaboration by practicing in a manner that is fiscally responsible and promotes the recruitment and retention of all healthcare team members. C.Participates and supports performance improvement inclusive of all stakeholders, research and research utilization to promote safe, quality patient care including initiating and/or leading such activities as well as, promoting an inter/intra-disciplinary process and actively supports/participates in shared governance at all levels in the system. Professional Development and Initiative A.Completes all initial and ongoing professional competency assessment, required mandatory education, population specific education. B.Serves as a preceptor and/or or mentor for other professional nurses (and staff or students for all disciplines) to ensure that there is a current and future qualified workforce, modeling the professional practice of nursing and creating a healthy work environment Evidence Based Practice and Research A.Promotes Evidence based practice, nursing research and performance improvement in nursing. Participates in activities such as value analysis as part of the decision-making process in evaluating patient care products. B.Upholds all health care system/organizational policies and procedures and clinical competencies put forth by this job description and professional association including legal, regulatory and accreditation requirements and standards ensuring by way of example, such goals as TJC Patient Safety Goals and Wellstar Health Systems safety absolutes C.Participates in data collection, poses relevant clinical questions to advanced evidence-based practice. Consults appropriate experts and uses appropriate resources and evidence to address practice questions. Resources and Support A.Proactively plans for the care of patients across the care continuum in the course of giving direct patient care. B.Participates in the development of protocols and procedures when called upon or through self-initiation in collaboration with care managers and other members of the health care team to achieve best practice outcomes (i.e., decrease in re-admission rates; avoidable days; adverse events; etc). C.Supports efficient and effective use of human and material resources.

Required Minimum Education:

Associate's Degree in nursing or Graduate of accredited/approved school of nursing Required
Bachelor's Degree Nursing Preferred

Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s):
All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated.

- Reg Nurse (Single State) or RN - Multi-state Compact
- Basic Life Support or BLS - Instructor

Additional License(s) and Certification(s):

Required Minimum Experience:

Less than 1 year Completion of accredited/approved school of nursing with requisition clinical hours Required
direct patient care experience Preferred

Required Minimum Skills:

Ability to read, write and speak English language
optimize the use of technology to support clinical care and holds basic computer skills
Strong interpersonal, collaborative skills along with customer service skills required;
Ability to function in a fast paced environment and respond to emergencies in using a decisive, composed and respectful manner
Possess excellent time management skills; practices nursing using evidence and analytical skills along with possessing strong critical thinking skills.

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.

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

Various (United States of America)

Job Summary:

Clinical Dietitian - Kennestone PRN
PRN Days = As Needed

Practices as a member of the interdisciplinary health care team responsible for the provision of medical nutrition therapy. Fosters continuity of the Nutrition Care Process across all phases of the continuum of care as recommended by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Performs nutrition assessment for patients identified to be at nutrition risk based on criteria outlined by the hospital and best practice standards. Calculates metabolic nutrient requirements according to the age and disease specific needs of patients. Performs nutrition focused physical exam to further evaluate risk of malnutrition as indicated. Develops a nutrition diagnosis as appropriate and consistent with the Nutrition Care Process. Creates and implements a nutrition intervention and care plan for all patients with a nutrition diagnosis. Continuously evaluates and monitors the effectiveness and outcomes of medical nutrition therapy intervention. Provides nutrition education to patients, family, and/or members of the healthcare team on recommended nutrition intervention(s) to accomplish nutrition goals; which may include, but is not limited to any of the following topics: specialized diet, enteral/oral medical nutrition supplements, food selections, eating behaviors, and community nutrition resources. Manages the delivery of nutrition care services according to the site of care assigned. Participates in performance improvement and research activities. Mentors dietetic interns/diet technicians. Actively assess, evaluates and maintains professional development and competencies outlined in the position description.

Responsibilities:
Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions:
• Develops, implements, and promotes quality services based on client expectation and needs:
* Collaborates with patient and/or family member, and healthcare team to assess nutrition and education needs of patients.
* Provides services and establishes goals based on the identified needs of patients and/or family members.
* Applies knowledge and skills in developing, implementing and maintaining nutrition care plans.
* Continuously evaluates nutrition care processes and patient outcomes and implements quality practice by following system policies, procedures, and evidenced based research.
* Provides care according to organizational ethics, licensure and Standards of Professional Practice for Dietetics Professionals.
* Applies Joint Commission and/or regulatory standards in the provision of nutrition care.
* Utilized patient experience and empathy skills when interacting with patients and family members.
* Participates in multidisciplinary rounds, appropriate committees, and team member huddles.
• Provide medical nutrition therapy according to system policy and A.N.D. Nutrition Care Process practice standards:
* Utilizes the Nutrition Care Process and WellStar Nutrition Care Policies when assessing patients.
* Responsible for nutrition screen, assessment, diagnosis, intervention, and monitoring/evaluation of identified at risk patients.
* Apply psycho-social, age appropriate, evidence-based nutrition care.
* Document all patient encounters in the health care record in accordance with hospital and department policies and procedures.
* Identify, monitor, and evaluate enteral nutrition support regimens. Manage enteral nutrition support under the supervision of medical staff.
* Develop and implements transitional feeding plans.
* Perform Nutrition Focused Physical Exams to evaluate malnutrition severity as appropriate.
* Assess patient's learning needs, barriers to learning, preferred learning styles and educational level and provides nutrition education accordingly.
* Utilizes community resources through the continuum of care to foster positive patient outcomes.
• Locates, reviews, and utilizes best practice research findings for their application in optimally managing a disease or condition and improving patient outcomes:
* Bases clinical practice on sound scientific principles, current research and theory.
* Shares and reports research and patient outcomes utilizing various media.
* Demonstrates knowledge related to clinical practice.
* Communicates sound scientific principles, research, and theory to health care team members and dietetic interns in optimally managing patients' care.
* Shares knowledge and expertise with dietetic interns, patients, family members and healthcare team members.
* Documents understanding of relevant information and results of communication with dietetic interns/technicians/patients/families and healthcare team members.
* Contributes to the development of new knowledge and services.
* Seeks out information effectively and independently to provide effective services.
• Systematically evaluates the quality and effectiveness of practice and revises practice as needed to incorporate results of evaluation:
* Participates in and identifies performance improvement criteria for nutrition care by completing peer chart audits as assigned and reviewing with their nutrition leader.
* Continuously evaluates and refines service based on measurable outcomes by keeping a productivity log.
* Identifies expected outcomes of patient care.
* Participates in quality improvement initiatives and projects.
• Engages in lifelong self-development to improve knowledge and skills that promote continued competence:
* Conducts yearly self-assessment to identify professional strengths and weaknesses.
* Identifies needs for professional development and mentors dietetic interns.
* Documents professional development activities according to system policies.
* Engage in continuous learning opportunities to further develop skills and capabilities in application technical and functional areas.
Required for All Jobs:
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all WellStar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.

Qualifications:

Required Minimum Education:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution with a major in nutrition / dietetics. Completion of a supervised practice didactic program accredited by the Accreditation Counsel for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND).
Required Minimum Certification:
Registered Dietitian / Nutritionist (RD, RDN) through the Commission on Dietetics Registration (CDR) within 6 months of hire. Licensed Dietitian (LD) through Georgia licensing board obtained within 6 months of hire. AHA-BLS preferred.
Required Minimum Experience:
One to two years clinical experience highly preferred. Experience with electronic medical record charting systems and other software relative to foodservice systems required.
Required Minimum Skills:
Excellent interpersonal, customer service, verbal and written communication skills. Knowledge of best practices in clinical nutrition and the dietetics profession. Knowledge of Nutrition

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

Night (United States of America)

**SIGN ON BONUS ELIGIBLE**

Shift: 7p-7a (3-12's)

Job Summary:

The RN Clinical Nurse is a proactive member of an interdisciplinary team of licensed and unlicensed care givers who ensure that patients, families and significant others receive individualized high quality, safe patient care. They practice in a clinical environment that is administered by Nurse Managers and other leaders and is supported through the WellStar Shared Governance Model. The framework for practice is steered by the WellStar Professional Practice Model, 5-Star Nursing and evidence based practice and research. RN competencies are derived from these models and supported by the WellStar Core Competencies.
It is expected that all RN Clinical Nurses are licensed, knowledgeable and uphold the practice of nursing as outlined by the Georgia Professional Nurse Practice Act and implements the Scope of Practice and Code of Ethics Standards put forth by the American Nurses Association. As a member of the patient services team, it is expected that the individual upholds the voice of the patient, system policies and procedures while supporting service excellence goals.

Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

Exemplary Practice and Outcomes
* Performs the Nursing Process (assessment; diagnosis; identification of outcomes; planning; implementation and evaluation) in the performance of clinical care using evidence base practice, uses analytical/critical thinking and ensuring that care is individualized; coordinating care through effective partnerships recognizing that caring is central to achieve optimal patient care outcomes
* Provides relationship-based patient centered care that is consistent with population specific characteristics (e.g. age, gender, disease, etc) in a manner that adapts service delivery to reflect an understanding of cultural diversity
* Always partners with the patient and significant others (as appropriate) using such appropriate method for setting and purpose (e.g., bedside shift report; interdisciplinary rounds; just in time and planned patient teaching; keeping the patient and significant others updated and making the patients goals the focus of the plan of care.
* Practices using current clinical practice standards.
Teamwork and Collaboration
* Coordinates the delivery and documentation of safe quality patient care that promotes the professional care delivery model. This includes, but is not limited to diverse and inclusive interdisciplinary communication methods (interdisciplinary rounds, case review, etc); completion of timely documentation and promotion of a respectful, inclusive clinical environment
* Demonstrates teamwork and collaboration by practicing in a manner that is fiscally responsible and promotes the recruitment and retention of all healthcare team members.
* Participates and supports performance improvement inclusive of all stakeholders, research and research utilization to promote safe, quality patient care including initiating and/or leading such activities as well as, promoting an inter/intra-disciplinary process and actively supports/participates in shared governance at all levels in the system.
Professional Development and Initiative
* Completes all initial and ongoing professional competency assessment, required mandatory education, population specific education.
* Serves as a preceptor and/or or mentor for other professional nurses (and staff or students for all disciplines) to ensure that there is a current and future qualified workforce; modeling the professional practice of nursing and creating a healthy work environment
Evidence Based Practice and Research
* Promotes Evidence based practice, nursing research and performance improvement in nursing. Participates in activities such as value analysis as part of the decision-making process in evaluating patient care products.
* Upholds all health care system/organizational policies and procedures and clinical competencies put forth by this job description and professional association including legal, regulatory and accreditation requirements and standards ensuring by way of example, such goals as TJC Patient Safety Goals and Wellstar Health Systems safety absolutes
* Participates in data collection, poses relevant clinical questions to advanced evidence-based practice. Consults appropriate experts and uses appropriate resources and evidence to address practice questions.
Resources and Support
* Proactively plans for the care of patients across the care continuum in the course of giving direct patient care.
* Participates in the development of protocols and procedures when called upon or through self-initiation in collaboration with care managers and other members of the health care team to achieve best practice outcomes (i.e., decrease in re-admission rates; avoidable days; adverse events; etc).
* Supports efficient and effective use of human and material resources.
Performs other duties as assigned
Complies with all WellStar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.

Required Minimum Education:

- Associates Nursing or Diploma (Nurse) Nursing or Bachelors Nursing-Preferred

Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s):

All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated.

- RN - Reg Nurse (Single State) or RN-COMPACT - RN - Multi-state Compact
- BLS - Basic Life Support or ARC-BLS - Amer Red Cross Basic Life Support or BLS-I - Basic Life Support - Instructor

Additional License(s) and Certification(s):

Required Minimum Experience:

Minimum 2 years direct patient care nursing experience Required

Required Minimum Skills:

Ability to read, write and speak English language,
optimize the use of technology to support clinical care and holds basic computer skills;
Strong interpersonal, collaborative skills along with customer service skills required;
Ability to function in a fast paced environment and respond to emergencies in using a decisive, composed and respectful manner;
Possess excellent time management skills;
practices nursing using evidence and analytical skills along with possessing strong critical thinking skills.

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.

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

Various (United States of America)

Wellstar Cobb Hospital has an opportunity for a Registered Nurse (RN) - Neonatal Intensive Care Unit!

This position is Full-Time/ Night shift.

Overview
The RN Clinical Nurse is a proactive member of an interdisciplinary team of licensed and unlicensed care givers who ensure that patients, families and significant others receive individualized high quality, safe patient care. They practice in a clinical environment that is administered by Nurse Managers and other leaders and is supported through the Wellstar Shared Governance Model. The framework for practice is steered by the Wellstar Professional Practice Model and evidence-based practice and research. RN competencies are derived from these models and supported by the Wellstar Values.

It is expected that all RN Clinical Nurses are licensed, knowledgeable and uphold the practice of nursing as outlined by the Georgia Professional Nurse Practice Act and implements the Scope of Practice and Code of Ethics Standards put forth by the American Nurses Association. As a member of the patient services team, it is expected that the individual upholds the voice of the patient, system policies and procedures while supporting service excellence goals.

Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

Exemplary Practice and Outcomes
A. Performs the Nursing Process (assessment; diagnosis; identification of outcomes; planning; implementation and evaluation) in the performance of clinical care using evidence base practice, uses analytical/critical thinking and ensuring that care is individualized; coordinating care through effective partnerships recognizing that caring is central to achieve optimal patient care outcomes.
B. Provides relationship-based patient centered care that is consistent with population specific characteristics (e.g. age, gender, disease, etc) in a manner that adapts service delivery to reflect an understanding of cultural diversity
C. Always partners with the patient and significant others (as appropriate) using such appropriate method for setting and purpose (e.g., bedside shift report; interdisciplinary rounds; just in time and planned patient teaching; keeping the patient and significant others updated and making the patients goals the focus of the plan of care.
D. Practices using current clinical practice standards.
Teamwork and Collaboration
A. Coordinates the delivery and documentation of safe quality patient care that promotes the professional care delivery model. This includes, but is not limited to diverse and inclusive interdisciplinary communication methods (interdisciplinary rounds, case review, etc); completion of timely documentation and promotion of a respectful, inclusive clinical environment.
B. Demonstrates teamwork and collaboration by practicing in a manner that is fiscally responsible and promotes the recruitment and retention of all healthcare team members.
C. Participates and supports performance improvement inclusive of all stakeholders, research and research utilization to promote safe, quality patient care including initiating and/or leading such activities as well as, promoting an inter/intra-disciplinary process and actively supports/participates in shared governance at all levels in the system.
Professional Development and Initiative
A. Completes all initial and ongoing professional competency assessment, required mandatory education, population specific education.
B. Serves as a preceptor and/or or mentor for other professional nurses (and staff or students for all disciplines) to ensure that there is a current and future qualified workforce; modeling the professional practice of nursing and creating a healthy work environment.
Evidence Based Practice and Research
A. Promotes Evidence based practice, nursing research and performance improvement in nursing. Participates in activities such as value analysis as part of the decision making process in evaluating patient care products.
B. Upholds all health care system/organizational policies and procedures and clinical competencies put forth by this job description and professional association including legal, regulatory and accreditation requirements and standards ensuring by way of example, such goals as TJC Patient Safety Goals and WellStar Health Systems safety absolutes.
C. Participates in data collection, poses relevant clinical questions to advanced evidence based practice. Consults appropriate experts and uses appropriate resources and evidence to address practice questions.
Resources and Support
A. Proactively plans for the care of patients across the care continuum in the course of giving direct patient care.
B. Participates in the development of protocols and procedures when called upon or through self-initiation in collaboration with care managers and other members of the health care team to achieve best practice outcomes (i.e., decrease in re-admission rates; avoidable days; adverse events; etc).
C. Supports efficient and effective use of human and material resources.
Performs other duties as assigned
Complies with all WellStar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.

Required Minimum Education:

- Diploma from an accredited nursing program Graduate of an accredited/approved school of nursing

- Bachelor's Degree Nursing Preferred.

Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s):

All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated.

- BLS - Basic Life Support or ARC-BLS - Amer Red Cross Basic Life Support or BLS-I - Basic Life Support - Instructor

- NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation Program or ARC-NALS - Amer Red Cross Neonatal Advanced Life Support or NRP-I - NRP - Instructor or NRP-P - NRP-Provisional (180 Days) within 180 Days

- RN - Reg Nurse (Single State) or RN-COMPACT - RN - Multi-state Compact

Required Minimum Experience:

- Minimum 5 years direct patient care experience.

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.

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.

Join Our Float Pool Team at WellStar!

Are you ready to make a difference? Join the WellStar Enterprise Support Team (WEST) as a Registered Respiratory Therapist in our Float Pool! This exciting opportunity allows you to work across various units based on staffing needs, utilizing your unique skills to provide exceptional patient care wherever you're needed most.

Why Join Us? As a member of the Float Pool, you'll:

- Impact Lives: Play a vital role in delivering high-quality care across the WellStar network.
- Diverse Experience: Float to different units, expanding your clinical expertise and gaining valuable experience.
- Supportive Environment: Work collaboratively with a dynamic team committed to excellence.

As a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) at WellStar, you'll provide critical respiratory care and education under the guidance of the RC Manager/Director. Your responsibilities include:

- Delivering comprehensive patient care in complex situations, primarily in critical care settings.
- Educating patients and their families while mentoring new staff and students.
- Collaborating with healthcare teams to plan and implement effective care strategies.

Core Responsibilities:

- Customer Service: Ensure thorough patient assessments, documentation, and education while promoting a positive team environment.
- Quality Patient Care: Administer therapies, manage ventilators, perform assessments, and provide specialized care, including assisting in invasive procedures.
- Safety: Maintain high patient safety standards and participate in quality improvement initiatives.

Requirements:

Education:

- Graduate of an AMA-approved program in Respiratory Therapy required.

- Bachelor's degree required.

?Licenses/Certifications:

- Basic Life Support (BLS) from AHA Required

- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - Required

- Additional certifications (e.g., NRP, PALS) preferred.

Experience:

- Minimum of 3 years of current RT experience in a hospital environment required.

Skills

- Strong communication and critical thinking abilities.

- Excellent relationship-building skills with healthcare professionals.

- Proficient in computer use and familiar with healthcare databases.

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.

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

Day (United States of America)

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.

Call Required within 30 minute

Holiday Call Required-Weekends Included when on Call

Job Summary:

Functions under the direction of the Cath-EP Lab manager/Director. The cardiovascular technologist II assists with providing safe, age-appropriate care to the patient by performing cardiovascular cath and/or electrophysiology procedures provided by the department according to department procedures. The technologist has the knowledge and ability to obtain a quality diagnostic study properly and safely. The cardiovascular technologist II is responsible for maintaining sterile technique during procedures and assisting the Cath Lab Manager/Director in the maintenance of a safe and efficient environment dealing primarily with adults eighteen to sixty-five, and geriatric patients over the age of sixty-five. Has a minimum of 1 year of experience performing invasive cardiovascular procedures or graduate of a CVT program. The cardiovascular technologist II participates in the cath or EP call rotation.

Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

Clinical Skills
* Completion of cardiovascular cath and/or EP competencies
* May function in monitoring, scrubbing, or circulating roles
* Able to use critical thinking skills
* Work in conjunction with interventional cardiologists, electrophysiologists, and cardiologists
* Preps and educates the patient for procedure
* Demonstrates and understands sterile technique
Job Responsibilities
* Must be flexible with hours to meet departmental needs
* Able to work scheduled and cath lab On-Call hours
* Knows existing lines of communication and authority
* Handles communications properly
* Introduces self to patient and/or guardian utilizing proper scripting ie. AIDET
* Transports patients as needed
* Provides privacy and comfort for patient/customers
* Assists with maintenance of departmental records, Joint Commission standards, State and Federal Regulations and performance Improvement
* Enters data in to cath lab log and verifies accuracy and completeness
* Completes necessary paperwork
* Answers departmental phone using proper scripting
* Maintains stock levels and outdates
* Maintain current License and BLS/ACLS certifications
* Works as a team with other cath-EP lab staff to obtain the best possible outcome
* Performs any other duties as needed when asks by leadership
* Prepares necessary supplies and equipment for procedure
* Enters appropriate charges for supplies and procedure
Quality and Patient Safety
* Verifies patient ID using 2 patient identifiers, i.e.. Armband, DOB, verbal identification
* Verifies front of patient chart for same/similar name sticker
* Verifies Written Order and Consent, seeks clarification if order or consent unclear
* Uses and understands preprocedural verification/ time out form
* Understands and complies with site/ side marking when indicated
Patient Education
* Responsible for patient, family/support system education
* Responsible for patient education as it relates to their procedure, including preparing the patient for future procedures and/or transfer to another facility
* Provide post procedural home care instructions as needed
Performs other duties as assigned
Complies with all Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.

Required Minimum Education:

- Associates Health Science or Accredited Program Radiologic Science-Preferred or Bachelors Health Science-Preferred

Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s):

All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated.

- ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support or ARC-ALS - Amer Red Cross Advanced Life Support or ACLS-I - ACLS - Instructor or ACLS-P - ACLS-Provisional (180 Days) within 180 Days
- BLS - Basic Life Support or ARC-BLS - Amer Red Cross Basic Life Support or BLS-I - Basic Life Support - Instructor

Additional License(s) and Certification(s):

RCIS - Registered CVI Specialist Upon Hire Preferred and

Required Minimum Experience:

Minimum 1 year functioning independently in cardiovascular cath/electrophysiology lab may be substituted in lieu of formal education
Minimum 1 year cardiovascular cath/EP lab experience may be substituted in lieu of formal education

Required Minimum Skills:

Knowledge of cardiovascular cath or electrophysiology procedures, patient positioning, exposure factors and radiation protection.
Required special/advanced procedure registry as outline above.
Knowledge of electrocardiography, coronary heart disease, cardiac anatomy and physiology preferred with EKG interpretation.
Knowledge of hemodynamics, intracardiac electrograms, and electrophysiology equipment.
Ability to react quickly to emergency patient care situations
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees, patients, families and physicians.
The individual must be able to communicate and understand verbal and written English language and display a positive attitude.

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.

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

Day (United States of America)Overview
The RN Clinical Nurse is a proactive member of an interdisciplinary team of licensed and unlicensed care givers who ensure that patients, families and significant others receive individualized high quality, safe patient care. They practice in a clinical environment that is administered by Nurse Managers and other leaders and is supported through the Wellstar Shared Governance Model. The framework for practice is steered by the Wellstar Professional Practice Model and evidence-based practice and research. RN competencies are derived from these models and supported by the Wellstar Values.

It is expected that all RN Clinical Nurses are licensed, knowledgeable and uphold the practice of nursing as outlined by the Georgia Professional Nurse Practice Act and implements the Scope of Practice and Code of Ethics Standards put forth by the American Nurses Association. As a member of the patient services team, it is expected that the individual upholds the voice of the patient, system policies and procedures while supporting service excellence goals.

Responsibilities
Core Responsibilites and Essential Functions

- Exemplary Practice and Outcomes
A.Performs the Nursing Process (assessment; diagnosis; identification of outcomes; planning; implementation and evaluation) in the performance of clinical care using evidence base practice, uses analytical/critical thinking and ensuring that care is individualized; coordinating care through effective partnerships recognizing that caring is central to achieve optimal patient care outcomes
B.Provides relationship-based patient centered care that is consistent with population specific characteristics (e.g. age, gender, disease, etc) in a manner that adapts service delivery to reflect an understanding of cultural diversity
C.Always partners with the patient and significant others (as appropriate) using such appropriate method for setting and purpose (e.g., bedside shift report; interdisciplinary rounds; just in time and planned patient teaching; keeping the patient and significant others updated and making the patient's goals the focus of the plan of care.
D.Practices using current clinical practice standards.

- Teamwork and Collaboration
A.Coordinates the delivery and documentation of safe quality patient care that promotes the professional care delivery model. This includes, but is not limited to diverse and inclusive interdisciplinary communication methods (interdisciplinary rounds, case review, etc); completion of timely documentation and promotion of a respectful, inclusive clinical environment
B.Demonstrates teamwork and collaboration by practicing in a manner that is fiscally responsible and promotes the recruitment and retention of all healthcare team members.
C.Participates and supports performance improvement inclusive of all stakeholders, research and research utilization to promote safe, quality patient care including initiating and/or leading such activities as well as, promoting an inter/intra-disciplinary process and actively supports/participates in shared governance at all levels in the system.

- Professional Development and Initiative
A.Completes all initial and ongoing professional competency assessment, required mandatory education, population specific education.
B.Serves as a preceptor and/or or mentor for other professional nurses (and staff or students for all disciplines) to ensure that there is a current and future qualified workforce, modeling the professional practice of nursing and creating a healthy work environment

- Evidence Based Practice and Research
A.Promotes Evidence based practice, nursing research and performance improvement in nursing. Participates in activities such as value analysis as part of the decision-making process in evaluating patient care products.
B.Upholds all health care system/organizational policies and procedures and clinical competencies put forth by this job description and professional association including legal, regulatory and accreditation requirements and standards ensuring by way of example, such goals as TJC Patient Safety Goals and Wellstar Health Systems' safety absolutes
C.Participates in data collection, poses relevant clinical questions to advanced evidence-based practice. Consults appropriate experts and uses appropriate resources and evidence to address practice questions.

- Resources and Support
A.Proactively plans for the care of patients across the care continuum in the course of giving direct patient care.
B.Participates in the development of protocols and procedures when called upon or through self-initiation in collaboration with care managers and other members of the health care team to achieve best practice outcomes (i.e., decrease in re-admission rates; avoidable days; adverse events; etc).
C.Supports efficient and effective use of human and material resources.

Required for All Jobs

- Performs other duties as assigned
- Complies with all WellStar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.

Qualifications
Required Minimum Education

- Associate's Degree in nursing or Graduate of accredited/approved school of nursing Required
- Bachelor's Degree Nursing Preferred

Required Minimum Experience

- Less than 1 year Completion of accredited/ approved school of nursing with requisition clinical hours Required
- direct patient care experience Preferred

Required Minimum Skills

Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s)

- Reg Nurse (Single State) Required
- RN - Multi-state Compact Required
- Basic Life Support Required
- BLS - Instructor Required
- BLS - Provisional Required

Additional Licenses and Certifications

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Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Location

- Women's Imaging - Kennestone Outpatient Facility (KOP)

Hours

- PRN Days - 8:30a - 5:00pm
- ARRT Mammography required and ARRT Bone Densitometry experience and certification is also considered.

Job Summary

- Must be flexible with work hours to meet department needs.
- Must be dependable, accountable and cooperative.
- Assists with providing safe, age appropriate care to the patient by performing all exams provided by the department according to department procedures.
- Has the knowledge and ability to properly and safely obtain a quality diagnostic study.
- Responsible for performing a wide variety of technical procedures requiring independent judgement, ingenuity and initiative in the utilization of the equipment for the diagnosis and/or treatment of diseases.
- Able to independently perform job functions.
- Sets up the equipment to provide imaging service and positions patient for the procedure.
- Must maintain minimum FDA/MQSA requirements for continuing education, experience and equipment.

Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions

Equipment

- Demonstrates the ability to adjust technique so that patient receives the best study possible and that image quality is maintained.
- Reports problems regarding malfunctioning equipment to supervisor or service provider, so that problem can be corrected in a timely manner.
- Cleans, disinfects and maintains equipment in accordance with infection control policy and department cleaning schedule.
- Ability to properly operate all radiographic equipment in a safe and competent manner. Assuring that equipment is not abused and is left in good working order.

Patient Care

- Obtains complete clinical history, gathers examination data and assesses for contraindicating conditions.
- Ensures that all studies have proper patient identification and right and left marker are utilized appropriately.
- Reviews radiographic images for clinically acceptable results and releases patients.
- Responds to emergency situations.
- Uses critical thinking skills.
- Seeks clarification on ambiguous orders.
- Assists other technologists in all modalities when needed.
- Observes patient condition and properly evaluates situations when physician intervention is necessary so that no patient condition deteriorates as the result of misjudgment.
- Verifies two unique patient identifiers per policy and verifies proper clinician order prior to performing a procedure.
- Ensures patient's privacy and comfort is accommodated.
- Demonstrates competence in the determination and application of appropriate procedures, equipment, supplies and techniques based on the age of patients.
- Understands, demonstrates and documents Pre-Procedure Verification and Time-Out process when appropriate, if applicable.
- Demonstrates and understands pre-and-post procedural care, if applicable.
- Demonstrates and understands sterile technique, if applicable.
- Organizes schedule, time and priorities so that required activities are accomplished within designated time frames.
- Follows physicians instructions when assisting with procedures and exams.
- Practices RBAC (Read Back and Confirm) when taking verbal orders.

Education and Communication

- Patiently and clearly explains purpose and nature of exam to patient prior to starting of procedure, to minimize anxiety and facilitate cooperation using AIDET; Acknowledge, Introduce, Discuss, Explain, and Thank you of all patients and family members.
- Ensures that patient's questions, concerns or contraindications are satisfactorily addressed, notifying physician when this cannot be accomplished, prior to the initiation of the procedure.
- Participates in the orientation and training of departmental employees.
- Provides patients with preparatory instruction and explanation of procedures.
- Required documentation is concise, legible and includes precise terminology.
- Reads email each day scheduled to work and follows through with assignment.
- Completes mandatory departmental and Hospital-wide education without prompting.

Quality Control

- Produces acceptable images, as evidenced by maintaining a first-time acceptance rate of 95 percent.
- Ensures that equipment is fully operational prior to each use, by checking for proper calibration and operating deficiencies.
- Completes all studies in RIS, images are oriented, marked, labeled, and noted correctly prior to sending all studies to PACS; prints CDs as necessary.
- When submitting procedures for interpretation comparative studies are digitized if necessary and the preliminary sheet is filled out in its entirety, if applicable.
- Maintain all documentation so that the facility meets ACR Accreditation standards.
- Technologist is knowledgeable in completing and documenting the following ACR/MQSA QC test: Phantom, Visual checklist, Repeat analysis, Compression-pressure, compression thickness, flat filed test, calibration, Dicom printer test.

Operations

- Restocks linens and supplies, and maintains Mammography Department in clean and orderly condition.
- Transports patients, positions patients, and helps them on and off procedure table.
- Performs patient charging activities on the day the service is rendered.
- Applies shielding.
- Prepares and maintains patient follow-up data.
- Willingly lends knowledge and assistance to others upon request as needed and routinely as time is available, without prompting, so that all working time is used for departmental advantage.
- Performs routine duties of clerical and support personnel in accordance with procedure when warranted to ensure continuity and quality of services.
- Keeps supervisor informed on all responsibilities on an ongoing basis, ensuring prompt notification in the event of problems or potential problems.
- Maintains an individual productivity rate equal to other co-workers.
- Familiar with Mammography Tracking System.
- Maintains Joint Commission standards and any other regulatory agency standards
- Familiar with FDA/MQSA EQUIP program
- Any other duties as assigned.

Required Minimum Education

- Graduate of AMA approved School of Radiology Technology Required and currently ARRT registered. Required
- Graduate of AMA approved School of Radiology Technology Required and currently ARRT registered. Required

Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s)

- All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated.
- ARRT Mammography
- ARRT Radiography
- Basic Life Support or BLS - Instructor

Additional License(s) and Certification(s)

- (No content provid

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Work Shift

Various (United States of America)

All Wellstar Locations

Sign-On Bonus Offered

Relocation Assistance Available

Various Shifts

Job Summary:

The Surgical Technologist Certified functions under the direction of the registered professional nurse. Assists the health care team in providing safe, age appropriate and culturally aware patient care. He/she has knowledge, skill and ability to perform duties within the context of moderate to high acuity surgical cases (with an expectation on occasion to work above this level as cases require) as defined by the scope of anatomy, equipment and instrumentation of the case and anticipates the needs of the surgeon and other members of the healthcare team.

DEFINITION:
Certified Surgical Technologist required to have a certificate or associate's degree from a community college or a technical school and have passed the a competency examination through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting or National Center for Competency Testing

Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

- Knowledge, skill and ability of the procedure being performed and anticipates the needs of the surgeon and other members of the healthcare team within moderate to high difficulty surgical cases as defined by the scope of anatomy, equipment, and instrumentation of the case
- * Checks supplies and equipment needed for surgical procedure which includes review and utilization of appropriate preference card.
- * Assists with room set-up to include opening of sterile supplies.
- * Sets up sterile table with instruments, supplies, equipment, and medication/solutions needed for procedure in an accurate, aseptically prioritized, and timely manner, including reviewing and utilizing appropriate preference cards
- * Performs appropriate surgical counts with circulator.
- * Actively participates in the procedure pause/time-out.
- * Scrubs, gowns, and gloves; Gowns and gloves surgeon and assistants.
- * Assists in draping sterile field.
- * Passes instruments to surgeon during the procedure. Maintains an organized back table and operative field. Able to anticipate and offer surgeon suggestions throughout the procedure for facilitating cases
- * Maintains highest standard of sterile technique during procedure.
- * Prepares sterile dressings.
- * Actively participates in post procedure pause which includes accounting for proper handling of the specimens.
- * Cleans and prepares instruments for terminal sterilization, taking initiative to inform SPD of critical need instrument
- * Applies principles of asepsis to ensure the prevention of infection and safety of patients and employees
- * Prepares case carts according to procedure and preference cards. Reviews surgical schedule and assists clinical coordinator with preparation for future cases
- * Observes patients condition and immediately reports any changes or significant findings to the physician and Registered Nurse.
- * Proactively plans for the next steps in the progression of procedure as needed, demonstrating an ability to adjust without faltering when an emergency arises
- * Performs with the knowledge, skill, and ability within the context of moderate to high acuity surgical cases
- * Prepares OR room and other areas (as needed) for receiving patients, which includes stocking, cleaning equipment or storage areas, turns OR room over, orders/requests supplies, preparing instruments for future procedures, notification of specialty staff regarding needed instrumentation or equipment.
- * Maintains a financial stewardship related to supplies and equipment, only opening required supplies until requested by the surgeon
- Assists the health care team in providing safe, age appropriate and culturally aware patient care
- * Provides relationship-based patient centered care that is consistent with population specific characteristics (e.g. age, gender, disease, etc) in a manner that adapts service delivery to reflect an understanding of cultural diversity under supervision of the registered nurse
- * Always partners with the patient by verifying procedure and conducting relief bedside shift report.
- * Practices using current clinical practice standards under the supervision of the registered nurse
- * Upholds all health care system/organizational policies and procedures and clinical competencies put forth by this job description including legal, regulatory, and accreditation requirements and standards ensuring by way of example, such as goals as TJC Patient Safety Goals and Wellstar Health Systems safety absolutes.
- * Supports evidence-based practice and ethical accountability
- * Demonstrates teamwork and collaboration by practicing in a manner that is fiscally responsible and promotes the recruitment and retention of all healthcare team members. Promotes team spirit and positive work environment.
- * Serves as patient advocate including patient care and safety.
- * Assists other members of the team with between case and terminal cleaning of room.
- * Assists in preparing room for the next patient.
- * Assists in transporting patients.
- * Appropriately provides comfort and safety measures for specific age patient.
- * Participates in performance improvement initiatives. Seeks opportunities to improve processes and collaborate with the health care team
- * Maintains positive attitude and flexibility in assignments
- Practice Development
- * Completes all initial and annual competencies, required mandatory education, population specific education, CBLs
- * Provides positive learning environment for students and new hires
- * Strives to make the Wellstar Standards of behavior part of daily work activity
- * Participates in any new training related to new policies, processes, or equipment. Ability to mentor, precept, or train students and new employees.
- * Retains new information and implements new processes or new equipment
- * Resource for new technology or procedures introduced by our surgeons
- * Maintains twenty (20) hours in continuing education related to field per evaluation period
- Other duties as assigned
- * Supports licensed staff as requested by utilizing skills and equipment in which he/she is competent
- * Cares for surgical equipment and accessories
- * Always ensures organization and cleanliness of the surgical area
- * Maintains stock/medical supplies
- * Assumes responsibility for other duties as assigned
- * Completes all Success Factor Requirements by planning with charge nurses and managers if necessary
- Performs other duties as assigned
- Complies with all Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.

Required Minimum Education:

- High School Diploma General or GED General

Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s):

All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated.

- CST - Cert Surgical Tech or LPN - Lic Practica

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Work Shift

Night (United States of America)

The Respiratory Therapist II is responsible for medication administration and implementing respiratory care based on expanded knowledge, experience, and the evaluate-and-treat process. The RT II is responsible for delivering patient care in complex, multiple problem-patient care situations. The majority of time is in critical care areas with protocol ventilator management, significant independent decision-making and self direction. In addition, to patient care delivery, the RT II is responsible for patient, family/support system education, coordination of activities, staff development, and professional and self-developmental activities. The RT II is responsible for providing patient care with an understanding and awareness of population specific needs. The RT II addresses the biological, emotional, and developmental, psychosocial, and patient/family education needs when providing care to the patient. Also participates in the education of new employees and others.

Provides Customer Service

- Completion of patient care, documentation and education
- Team approach to service
- Promotes a team spirit and positive work environment
- Provides supportive environment for students and staff

Administers Quality Patient Care

- Performs patient assessment & assessment for therapy
- Collaborates with health care team members in planning patient care
- Verifies orders and administers aerosolized medication, bronchial hygiene, volume expansion, oxygen & medical gas therapy
- Performs ventilator management, weaning, wave form graphic interpretation; airway management (intubation, extubation, trach tube change and care)
- Performs arterial blood gas sampling & analysis
- Educates patient and mentors/precepts new employees, students and peers
- Location Specific: Assisting in invasive and non-invasive procedures, Cardiac Service procedures, Pulmonary Diagnostic Testing

Provides Safe & Quality Environment

- Promotes current and accurate electronic orders, charting and charging
- Promotes high level of patient safety (Medication Safety, NPSG, etc)
- Promotes Performance Improvement initiatives designed to promote quality care
- Promotes evidence based practice
- Reviews the revised and new DPPs

Required Minimum Experience

- 0-2 yrs clinical experience with minimal 6-months critical care Required
- Required Minimum Skills
- Ability to communicate well, critical thinking skills, establish and maintain working relationships with physicians and other health care professionals, and computer skills including familiarity with databases.
- Good customer relation, assessment, and communication skills are a must for this job.
- Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s)
- Registered Respiratory Therapi Required
- Respiratory Care Prof Required
- Basic Life Support Required
- BLS - Instructor Required
- BLS - Provisional Required
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Required
- ACLS - Instructor Required
- ACLS - Provisional Required

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Work Shift

Night (United States of America)

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QUALIFICATIONS

- Performs the Nursing Process (assessment; diagnosis; identification of outcomes; planning; implementation and evaluation) in the performance of clinical care using evidence base practice, uses analytical/critical thinking
- Ensuring that care is individualized; coordinating care through effective partnerships recognizing that caring is central to achieve optimal patient care outcomes
- Provides relationship-based patient centered care that is consistent with population specific characteristics (e.g. age, gender, disease, etc) in a manner that adapts service delivery to reflect an understanding of cultural diversity
- Always partners with the patient and significant others (as appropriate) using such appropriate method for setting and purpose (e.g., bedside shift report; interdisciplinary rounds; just in time and planned patient teaching; keeping the patient and significant others updated and making the patient's goals the focus of the plan of care
- Practices using current clinical practice standards

Teamwork and Collaboration

- Coordinates the delivery and documentation of safe quality patient care that promotes the professional care delivery model.
- This includes, but is not limited to diverse and inclusive interdisciplinary communication methods (interdisciplinary rounds, case review, etc); completion of timely documentation and promotion of a respectful, inclusive clinical environment
- Demonstrates teamwork and collaboration by practicing in a manner that is fiscally responsible and promotes the recruitment and retention of all healthcare team members
- Participates and supports performance improvement inclusive of all stakeholders, research and research utilization to promote safe, quality patient care including initiating and/or leading such activities as well as, promoting an inter/intra-disciplinary process and actively supports/participates in shared governance at all levels in the system

Professional Development and Initiative

- Completes all initial and ongoing professional competency assessment, required mandatory education, population specific education
- Serves as a preceptor and/or or mentor for other professional nurses (and staff or students for all disciplines) to ensure that there is a current and future qualified workforc modeling the professional practice of nursing and creating a healthy work environment

Evidence Based Practice and Research

- Promotes Evidence based practice, nursing research and performance improvement in nursing
- Participates in activities such as value analysis as part of the decision making process in evaluating patient care products
- Upholds all health care system/organizational policies and procedures and clinical competencies put forth by this job description and professional association including legal, regulatory and accreditation requirements and standards ensuring by way of example, such goals as TJC Patient Safety Goals and WellStar Health Systems safety absolutes
- Participates in data collection, poses relevant clinical questions to advanced evidence based practice
- Consults appropriate experts and uses appropriate resources and evidence to address practice questions

Resources and Support

- Proactively plans for the care of patients across the care continuum in the course of giving direct patient care
- Participates in the development of protocols and procedures when called upon or through self-initiation in collaboration with care managers and other members of the health care team to achieve best practice outcomes (i.e., decrease in re-admission rates; avoidable days; adverse events; etc)
- Supports efficient and effective use of human and material resources

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Minimum Education

- Graduate of an accredited/approved school of nursing
- Bachelor's Degree Baccalaureate degree in nursing (BSN) from an accredited school of nursing Preferred

Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s)

- Reg Nurse (Single State)
- RN - Multi-state Compact
- Basic Life Support
- BLS - Instructor
- BLS - Provisional

Required Skills

- Knowledge of professional nursing theory, regulations and practices to give and evaluate patient care
- Knowledge of clinic policies and procedures
- Skill in appropriate assessment, examination, treatment techniques
- Skill in identifying problems and recommending solutions
- Skill in maintaining records regarding medication or treatment
- Ability to perform department duties in a timely and efficient manner
- Ability to maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and the public
- Ability to react calmly and competently in emergency situations
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in person, in writing, or by phone
- Outstanding written and oral communication
- Exercises good judgment in dealing with patients and staff
- Effective communication and teaching skills on all patient levels
- Able to process large volume of patient information in an accurate and timely fashion
- Basic understanding of cardiac anatomy, conditions, and treatment modalities

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Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Job Summary:

The RN Charge Nurse, Urgent Care is responsible for directing and overseeing the daily activities of the Urgent Care Center on an assigned shift to assure the delivery of efficient, safe and quality patient care. The RN Charge Nurse is a caregiver who takes a patient care assignment. They practice in a clinical environment that is administered by managers, supervisors, and other nursing leaders. The framework for practice is steered by the Wellstar Professional Nursing Practice Model and evidence-based practice and research. RN competencies are derived from these models and supported by the Wellstar Core Competencies. The RN Charge Nurse, Urgent Care is a proactive member of an interdisciplinary team of licensed and unlicensed caregivers who ensure that patients, families and significant others receive individualized high quality, safe patient care. Expectations of practice include: accountability; responsibility and authority for the practice of nursing; effective teamwork; delegation; communication; respect; personal development; and development of team members. The role contributes to the establishment and maintenance of practices that ensure excellence in patient care, provides for the efficient use of resources, and undertakes leadership task such as staff schedules, patient flow, subject matter expertise for clinical concerns and competencies, committee involvement, survey readiness, and other task as assigned by the manager. He/she assists in the growth and development of team members in the practice to help build department skills sets and to inspire expertise. This leader brings with him or her ability to build rapport between nurses and physicians to continue service to the patients and is a role model to others. It is expected that all RN Charge Nurses are licensed, knowledgeable and uphold the practice of nursing as outlined by the Georgia Professional Nurse Practice Act and implements the Scope of Practice and Code of Ethics Standards put forth by the American Nurses Association. It is expected that the individual upholds the voice of the patient, system and Wellstar Medical Group policies and procedures while supporting service excellence goals. She/he possesses advanced clinical expertise and utilizes this expertise to support and promote the delivery of safe, age appropriate and culturally aware patient care and serves as a partner in care.

Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

Exemplary Practice and Outcomes Monitors the patient tracking board and rounds on patients to coordinate patient flow and evaluate quality and appropriateness of patient care in the urgent care setting including corrective action when needed, utilizing peer coaching. Performs or provides oversight for the Nursing Process (assessment; diagnosis; identification of outcomes; planning; implementation and evaluation) in the performance of clinical care using evidence based practice; analytical/critical thinking, ensuring that care is individualized; coordinating care through effective partnerships; caring is central to achieve optimal patient care outcomes. Provides oversight for relationship based and patient-centered care delivery by partnering with the patient and significant others (as appropriate) using appropriate communication tools and making the patients goals the focus of the plan of care. Practices using current clinical practice standards with a focus on quality and safety. Resources and Support Monitors equipment inventory, location and utilization to ensure staff have tools and equipment needed to perform their job. Participates in planning and requesting resources for providing high quality care and assists in acquiring appropriate staffing during unexpected staffing shortages or surges in practice volume. Proactively plans for the care of patients across the care continuum in the course of giving direct patient care. Participates in the development of protocols and procedures when called upon or through self-initiation in collaboration with managers and other members of the health care team to achieve best practice outcomes. Makes daily staff assignments to coordinate patient flow. Coordinates emergency response/rapid response assignments and documents all emergency events and/or drills. Ensures appropriate reporting of events according to organizational requirements. Collaborates with Nursing Services on clinical education, training, competency administration and initiatives that advance the provision of quality and safe patient care. Teamwork and Collaboration Communicates with manager and/or lead physician on any needs or concerns pertaining to care delivery or employee performance. Plans, organizes, and facilitates staff to provide patient care; evaluates care and ensures customer satisfaction; oversees the departments daily staffing requirements; coordinates preceptorship and ensures new clinical staff are orientated to their job responsibilities; provides leadership in clinical problem solving. Supervises staff adherence to system and WMG policies and best practices, and utilizes daily huddles and peer coaching to ensure clinical efficiency during shift. Demonstrates teamwork and collaboration by practicing in a manner that is fiscally responsible and promotes the recruitment and retention of all healthcare team members. Participates and supports performance improvement inclusive of all stakeholders, research and research utilization to promote safe, quality patient care including initiating and/or leading such activities as well as, promoting an inter/intra-disciplinary processes and actively supports/participates in shared governance at all levels in the system. Professional Development Ensures patient/family/staff confidentiality and corporate compliance for self, completing all required mandatory education and proficiencies. Serves as a preceptor (or mentor) for other professional nurses (and staff or students for all disciplines) to ensure that there is a current and future qualified workforce; modeling the professional practice of nursing and creating a healthy work environment. Engages in professional development activities; workshops, computer-based learning, certifications, to enhance clinical skills and stay current with organization and healthcare advancements. Evidence Based Practice and Research Promotes evidence-based practice, nursing research and performance improvement in nursing. Upholds all health care system/organizational/WMG policies and procedures and clinical competencies put forth by this job description and professional association including legal, regulatory and accreditation requirements and standards. Ensuring such goals as quality control standards (lab, x-ray, medication management), emergency preparedness, Just Culture and Wellstar Health Systems Safety Absolutes are met. Participates in data collection, poses relevant clinical questions to advance evidence based practice. Consults appropriate experts and uses appropriate resources, data, and evidence to address practice questions. Performs other duties as assigned Complies with all Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.

Required Minimum Education:

- Diploma (Nurse) Nu

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Work Shift

Various (United States of America)

Wellstar RN Hiring Event

We're hosting an RN Hiring Event for registered nurses interested in joining our growing teams at Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center, as well as exploring opportunities at Windy Hill Hospital (Long-Term Care).

To reserve your spot, register here: Wellstar Kennestone RN Virtual RSVP Link

Event Details

- Feb 26, 2026

- 8:00 AM-12:00 PM | 2:00 PM-6:00 PM

Highlights

- Up to $20,000 sign-on bonus

- Relocation assistance available

- Meet nursing leaders and learn about our teams

Why Wellstar Kennestone?

- Nationally recognized healthcare system

- 633-bed Top 100 hospital in Marietta

- Newly designated Level I Trauma Center

- New tower opening April 2026 with 200+ private rooms and expanded NICU

Job Summary:

The RN Clinical Nurse Critical Care is a proactive member of an interdisciplinary team of licensed and unlicensed care givers who ensure that patients, families and significant others receive individualized high quality, safe patient care. They practice in a clinical environment that is administered by Nurse Managers and other leaders and is supported through the Wellstar Shared Governance Model. The framework for practice is steered by the Wellstar Professional Practice Model and evidence-based practice and research. RN competencies are derived from these models and supported by the Wellstar Values.

It is expected that all RN Clinical Nurses Critical Care are licensed, knowledgeable and uphold the practice of nursing as outlined by the Georgia Professional Nurse Practice Act and implements the Scope of Practice and Code of Ethics Standards put forth by the American Nurses Association. As a member of the patient services team, it is expected that the individual upholds the voice of the patient, system policies and procedures while supporting service excellence goals.

Required Minimum Education:

- Associates Nursing or Diploma (Nurse) Nursing or Bachelors Nursing-Preferred

Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s):

All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated.

- RN - Reg Nurse (Single State) or RN-COMPACT - RN - Multi-state Compact

- BLS - Basic Life Support or ARC-BLS - Amer Red Cross Basic Life Support or BLS-I - Basic Life Support - Instructor

- ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support or ARC-ALS - Amer Red Cross Advanced Life Support or ACLS-I - ACLS - Instructor or ACLS-P - ACLS-Provisional (180 Days) within 180 Days

Required Minimum Experience:

- Less than 1 year completion of accredited/approved school of nursing with requisition clinical hours Required

- Direct patient care experience Preferred

Required Minimum Skills:

- Ability to read, write and speak English language, optimize the use of technology to support clinical care and holds basic computer skills.

- Strong interpersonal, collaborative skills along with customer service skills required.

- Ability to function in a fast-paced environment and respond to emergencies in using a decisive, composed and respectful manner.

- Possess excellent time management skills; practices nursing using evidence and analytical skills along with possessing strong critical thinking skills.

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Attention all Registered Nurse (RN) candidates! Are you looking to join an organization that promotes growth and values your passion for providing care and services to patients, families, and our community? If so, please apply to Wellstar Health System today and allow us to find the department, shift, and facility that best suits your needs!

- Full-Time, Part-Time, PRN positions available within ALL units/specialties.
- Day, Evening, Night, Various, and Weekend Option shifts available as well!
- Sign on Bonus, Relocation, and Acuity Differential eligible positions also offered.

At Wellstar, we appreciate all that you do - for patients, the community and for other team members. Much like our care is tailored to individual needs, so are our careers. By creating a culture that encourages fulfillment for each of our team members, Wellstar supports individuals in pursuing their specific career goals and well-being! We want to help you make the most of all life's moments - both on and off the job.

Job Summary:

The RN Clinical Nurse is a proactive member of an interdisciplinary team of licensed and unlicensed care givers who ensure that patients, families and significant others receive individualized high quality, safe patient care. They practice in a clinical environment that is administered by Nurse Managers and other leaders and is supported through the Wellstar Shared Governance Model. The framework for practice is steered by the Wellstar Professional Practice Model and evidence-based practice and research. RN competencies are derived from these models and supported by the Wellstar Values.

It is expected that all RN Clinical Nurses are licensed, knowledgeable and uphold the practice of nursing as outlined by the Georgia Professional Nurse Practice Act and implements the Scope of Practice and Code of Ethics Standards put forth by the American Nurses Association. As a member of the patient services team, it is expected that the individual upholds the voice of the patient, system policies and procedures while supporting service excellence goals.

Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

Exemplary Practice and Outcomes A.Performs the Nursing Process (assessment; diagnosis; identification of outcomes; planning; implementation and evaluation) in the performance of clinical care using evidence base practice, uses analytical/critical thinking and ensuring that care is individualized; coordinating care through effective partnerships recognizing that caring is central to achieve optimal patient care outcomes B.Provides relationship-based patient centered care that is consistent with population specific characteristics (e.g. age, gender, disease, etc) in a manner that adapts service delivery to reflect an understanding of cultural diversity C.Always partners with the patient and significant others (as appropriate) using such appropriate method for setting and purpose (e.g., bedside shift report; interdisciplinary rounds; just in time and planned patient teaching; keeping the patient and significant others updated and making the patient's goals the focus of the plan of care. D.Practices using current clinical practice standards. Teamwork and Collaboration A.Coordinates the delivery and documentation of safe quality patient care that promotes the professional care delivery model. This includes, but is not limited to diverse and inclusive interdisciplinary communication methods (interdisciplinary rounds, case review, etc); completion of timely documentation and promotion of a respectful, inclusive clinical environment B.Demonstrates teamwork and collaboration by practicing in a manner that is fiscally responsible and promotes the recruitment and retention of all healthcare team members. C.Participates and supports performance improvement inclusive of all stakeholders, research and research utilization to promote safe, quality patient care including initiating and/or leading such activities as well as, promoting an inter/intra-disciplinary process and actively supports/participates in shared governance at all levels in the system. Professional Development and Initiative A.Completes all initial and ongoing professional competency assessment, required mandatory education, population specific education. B.Serves as a preceptor and/or or mentor for other professional nurses (and staff or students for all disciplines) to ensure that there is a current and future qualified workforce, modeling the professional practice of nursing and creating a healthy work environment Evidence Based Practice and Research A.Promotes Evidence based practice, nursing research and performance improvement in nursing. Participates in activities such as value analysis as part of the decision-making process in evaluating patient care products. B.Upholds all health care system/organizational policies and procedures and clinical competencies put forth by this job description and professional association including legal, regulatory and accreditation requirements and standards ensuring by way of example, such goals as TJC Patient Safety Goals and Wellstar Health Systems' safety absolutes C.Participates in data collection, poses relevant clinical questions to advanced evidence-based practice. Consults appropriate experts and uses appropriate resources and evidence to address practice questions. Resources and Support A.Proactively plans for the care of patients across the care continuum in the course of giving direct patient care. B.Participates in the development of protocols and procedures when called upon or through self-initiation in collaboration with care managers and other members of the health care team to achieve best practice outcomes (i.e., decrease in re-admission rates; avoidable days; adverse events; etc). C.Supports efficient and effective use of human and material resources.

Required Minimum Education:

Associate's Degree in nursing or Graduate of accredited/approved school of nursing Required
Bachelor's Degree Nursing Preferred

Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s):

Reg Nurse (Single State) 1.00 Upon Hire Required
RN - Multi-state Compact 1.00 Upon Hire Required
Basic Life Support 2.00 Required
BLS - Instructor 2.00 Required
BLS - Provisional 2.00 Required

Additional Licenses and Certifications:

Required Minimum Experience:

Minimum 5 years Completion of accredited/ approved school of nursing with requisition clinical hours Required
direct patient care experience Preferred

Required Minimum Skills:

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Work Shift

Various (United States of America)

Job Summary

* Wellstar Cobb in Austell, Georgia is seeking a PRN Registered CT Technologist.
* This position will work as needed hours to meet patient care needs.
* Must be flexible with work hours to meet department needs.
* Must be dependable, accountable and cooperative.
* Assists with providing safe, age-appropriate care by performing all exams per department procedures.
* Has the knowledge and ability to properly and safely obtain a quality diagnostic study.
* Responsible for performing a wide variety of technical procedures requiring independent judgment, ingenuity and initiative.
* Able to independently perform job functions.
* Sets up the equipment to provide imaging service and positions patient for the procedure.

Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions

Equipment

* Demonstrates the ability to adjust technique to ensure the patient receives the lowest possible dose of ionizing radiation while maintaining image quality.
* Reports malfunctioning equipment promptly to supervisor or service provider.
* Cleans, disinfects and maintains equipment according to infection control policy and department cleaning schedule.

Patient Care

* Verifies proper clinician order for procedure.
* Obtains complete clinical history, gathers examination data and assesses for contraindicating conditions.
* Follows established procedures for the administration of contrast medias safely.
* Ensures all studies have proper patient identification and appropriate right/left markers.
* Reviews CT/radiographic images for clinically acceptable results and releases patients.
* Responds to emergency situations and maintains crash cart and life-support equipment.
* Assists technologists in all modalities when needed.
* Observes patient condition and evaluates the need for physician intervention.
* Verifies correct identity of patient using two unique identifiers per policy.
* Ensures patient privacy and comfort; maintains dignity throughout the exam/procedure.
* Demonstrates competence in the appropriate procedures, equipment, supplies and techniques based on patient age.
* Organizes schedule, time and priorities to ensure required activities are accomplished on time.
* Follows physicians' instructions when assisting with procedures and exams.
* Demonstrates proficiency with power injector operation.
* Uses critical thinking skills.
* Dialogs with patient/family.
* Asks clarifying questions.
* Seeks clarification on ambiguous orders.
* Understands, demonstrates and documents preprocedural verification and Time-Out process when appropriate.
* Demonstrates and understands pre- and post-procedural care.
* Preps the patient for procedures.
* Demonstrates and understands sterile technique.
* Maintains competency with venipuncture.

Education and Communication

* Clearly explains the purpose and nature of exams using AIDET to minimize anxiety and increase cooperation.
* Ensures patient questions, concerns or contraindications are addressed; notifies physician when unresolved.
* Participates in orientation and training of department employees.
* Provides preparatory instruction and procedural explanations.
* Documentation is concise, legible and uses precise terminology.
* Reads email each scheduled workday and follows through on assignments.
* Completes mandatory departmental and hospital-wide education without prompting.

Quality Control

* Consistently produces acceptable images based on radiologist feedback and quality audits.
* Ensures equipment is fully operational before each use by checking calibration and operating deficiencies.
* Sends all studies to PACS immediately after completion and prints CDs as needed.
* Prints and scans after-hours teleradiography studies into PACS when applicable.
* Completes all studies in RIS before completing in PACS.
* Prints the teleradiography log sheet and submits it to the Radiologist when applicable.

Operations

* Restocks linens and supplies and maintains the department in clean and orderly condition.
* Transports, positions and assists patients on and off the procedure table.
* Performs patient charging activities on the day of service.
* Applies shielding, supportive and immobilization devices and equipment.
* Willingly lends knowledge and assistance to others when requested and when time allows.
* Performs clerical and support duties to ensure continuity and service quality.
* Keeps supervisor informed of responsibilities and promptly reports issues or potential problems.
* Maintains individual productivity equal to coworkers.
* Operates all workstations associated with the CT department.
* Pushes and retrieves images from the CT console to PACS.
* Maintains Joint Commission and regulatory agency standards.
* Takes call when necessary.
* Performs any other duties as assigned.

Required Minimum Education

* Graduate of an AMA-approved School of Radiology Technology - Required

Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s)

(All required upon hire unless otherwise stated)

* ARRT Radiography - Required
* ARRT Computed Tomography - Required
* Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association - Required

Required Minimum Experience

* Minimum 1 year experience in Radiology - Required
* Less than 1 year experience in CT - Preferred

Required Minimum Skills

* Must exhibit excellent communication skills due to frequent interactions with physicians, patients, visitors, staff and nursing teams.
* Routinely obtains, presents and discusses clinical information regarding job responsibilities.
* Able to explain or give directions to maintain goodwill and cooperation.
* Must function independently and under pressure while actively participating in a team environment.
* Must consistently demonstrate excellent customer service skills.
* Must perform effectively in a stressful and fast-paced work environment.
* Must have the ability to prioritize appropriately.
* Must be detail oriented and able to multitask effectively.
* Must communicate professionally with a wide variety of customers including patients, families, coworkers, volunteers and physicians.
* Must function independently yet productively as a cooperative team member.
* Must comply with all hospital policies and professional standards.
* Competent in all aspects of CT, patient positioning, exposure factors and radiation protection.
* Must understand anatomy and pathology and how they affect procedure quality.
* Competent to perform all ACR and manufacturer-recommended Quality Control tests.

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Work Shift

PRN CRNA and AA opportunities

Intro:

Wellstar Medical Group is seeking CRNAs and AAs to join our Wellstar Anesthesia inpatient team to support Anesthesia services our facilities within the Wellstar system in metro Atlanta. Join this collaborative team with a mission to deliver world-class healthcare to every person, every time.

Opportunity Highlights:

- Employed by Wellstar Medical Group
- Anesthesia Care Team Model of 30+ Anesthesiologists and 60+ full time Anesthetists plus some PRN Anesthetists
- Cases include general, L&D, pediatrics, orthopedics, vascular, thoracic, and more. Cardiac and Trauma at Kennestone Hospital only
- Daytime shifts, weekend shifts, in-house call for CRNAs and backup call available for both. MD's always onsite.
- Must be comfortable in most types of cases including emergency cesarians and peds
- New grads welcome

About Wellstar Health System:

- 1,000+ Compassionate experts serving your family's health care needs with a personalized approach to wellness.
- 300+ Convenient locations throughout north and west Georgia where you can get world-class care close to home
- 100+ Medical specialties from Primary Care to Cardiology, Neurology, Cancer Care and beyond

Wellstar is the largest and most integrated healthcare system in Georgia, affiliated medical groups, urgent care centers and provide tailored health plans. At Wellstar, PeopleCare means working relentlessly to exceed national standards for care and treating every patient as a person while we do it. With over 400 locations across Georgia and 24/7 access online (including virtual care) or over the phone, you can find world-class personalized care right where you need it.

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Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Job Summary:

Clinical Dietitian - Kennestone - Part Time

Practices as a member of the interdisciplinary health care team responsible for the provision of medical nutrition therapy. Fosters continuity of the Nutrition Care Process across all phases of the continuum of care as recommended by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Performs nutrition assessment for patients identified to be at nutrition risk based on criteria outlined by the hospital and best practice standards. Calculates metabolic nutrient requirements according to the age and disease specific needs of patients. Performs nutrition focused physical exam to further evaluate risk of malnutrition as indicated. Develops a nutrition diagnosis as appropriate and consistent with the Nutrition Care Process. Creates and implements a nutrition intervention and care plan for all patients with a nutrition diagnosis. Continuously evaluates and monitors the effectiveness and outcomes of medical nutrition therapy intervention. Provides nutrition education to patients, family, and/or members of the healthcare team on recommended nutrition intervention(s) to accomplish nutrition goals; which may include, but is not limited to any of the following topics: specialized diet, enteral/oral medical nutrition supplements, food selections, eating behaviors, and community nutrition resources. Manages the delivery of nutrition care services according to the site of care assigned. Participates in performance improvement and research activities. Mentors dietetic interns/diet technicians. Actively assess, evaluates and maintains professional development and competencies outlined in the position description.

Responsibilities:

Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

- Develops, implements, and promotes quality services based on client expectation and needs:
* Collaborates with patient and/or family member, and healthcare team to assess nutrition and education needs of patients.
* Provides services and establishes goals based on the identified needs of patients and/or family members.
* Applies knowledge and skills in developing, implementing and maintaining nutrition care plans.
* Continuously evaluates nutrition care processes and patient outcomes and implements quality practice by following system policies, procedures, and evidenced based research.
* Provides care according to organizational ethics, licensure and Standards of Professional Practice for Dietetics Professionals.
* Applies Joint Commission and/or regulatory standards in the provision of nutrition care.
* Utilized patient experience and empathy skills when interacting with patients and family members.
* Participates in multidisciplinary rounds, appropriate committees, and team member huddles.
- Provide medical nutrition therapy according to system policy and A.N.D. Nutrition Care Process practice standards:
* Utilizes the Nutrition Care Process and WellStar Nutrition Care Policies when assessing patients.
* Responsible for nutrition screen, assessment, diagnosis, intervention, and monitoring/evaluation of identified at risk patients.
* Apply psycho-social, age appropriate, evidence-based nutrition care.
* Document all patient encounters in the health care record in accordance with hospital and department policies and procedures.
* Identify, monitor, and evaluate enteral nutrition support regimens. Manage enteral nutrition support under the supervision of medical staff.
* Develop and implements transitional feeding plans.
* Perform Nutrition Focused Physical Exams to evaluate malnutrition severity as appropriate.
* Assess patient's learning needs, barriers to learning, preferred learning styles and educational level and provides nutrition education accordingly.
* Utilizes community resources through the continuum of care to foster positive patient outcomes.
- Locates, reviews, and utilizes best practice research findings for their application in optimally managing a disease or condition and improving patient outcomes:
* Bases clinical practice on sound scientific principles, current research and theory.
* Shares and reports research and patient outcomes utilizing various media.
* Demonstrates knowledge related to clinical practice.
* Communicates sound scientific principles, research, and theory to health care team members and dietetic interns in optimally managing patients' care.
* Shares knowledge and expertise with dietetic interns, patients, family members and healthcare team members.
* Documents understanding of relevant information and results of communication with dietetic interns/technicians/patients/families and healthcare team members.
* Contributes to the development of new knowledge and services.
* Seeks out information effectively and independently to provide effective services.
- Systematically evaluates the quality and effectiveness of practice and revises practice as needed to incorporate results of evaluation:
* Participates in and identifies performance improvement criteria for nutrition care by completing peer chart audits as assigned and reviewing with their nutrition leader.
* Continuously evaluates and refines service based on measurable outcomes by keeping a productivity log.
* Identifies expected outcomes of patient care.
* Participates in quality improvement initiatives and projects.
- Engages in lifelong self-development to improve knowledge and skills that promote continued competence:
* Conducts yearly self-assessment to identify professional strengths and weaknesses.
* Identifies needs for professional development and mentors dietetic interns.
* Documents professional development activities according to system policies.
* Engage in continuous learning opportunities to further develop skills and capabilities in application technical and functional areas.

Required for All Jobs:

- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Complies with all WellStar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.

Qualifications:

Required Minimum Education:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution with a major in nutrition / dietetics. Completion of a supervised practice didactic program accredited by the Accreditation Counsel for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND).

Required Minimum Certification:

Registered Dietitian / Nutritionist (RD, RDN) through the Commission on Dietetics Registration (CDR) within 6 months of hire. Licensed Dietitian (LD) through Georgia licensing board obtained within 6 months of hire. AHA-BLS preferred.

Required Minimum Experience:

One to two years clinical experience highly preferred. Experience with electronic medical record charting systems and other software relative to foodservice systems required.

Required Minimum Skills:

Excellent interpersonal, customer service, verbal and written communication skills. Knowledge of best practices in clinical nutrition a

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Work Shift

Night (United States of America)

Job Summary:
The Respiratory Therapist III is responsible for medication administration and implementing
respiratory care based on expanded knowledge, experience, and the evaluate-and-treat process. The RT III is responsible for delivering patient care in complex, multiple problem-patient care situations. The majority of time is in critical care areas with protocol ventilator management, significant independent decision-making and self direction.
In addition, to patient care delivery, the RT III is responsible for patient, family/support system education, coordination of activities, staff development, and professional and self-developmental activities. The RT III is responsible for providing patient care with an understanding and awareness of population specific needs. The RT III addresses the biological, emotional, and developmental, psychosocial, and patient/family education needs when providing care to the patient. Promotes and models RT best practices. Actively engages in PI projects. Demonstrates ability and willingness to serve in a preceptor capacity for new employees and RT students.

Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

1.Provides Customer Service
a. Completion of patient care, documentation and education
b. Team approach to service
c. Promotes a team spirit and positive work environment
d. Provides supportive environment for students and staff
2. Administers Quality Patient Care
a. Performs patient assessment & assessment for therapy
b. Collaborates with health care team members in planning patient care
c. Verifies orders and administers aerosolized medication, bronchial hygiene, volume expansion, oxygen & medical gas therapy
d. Performs ventilator management, weaning, wave form graphic interpretation; airway management (intubation, extubation, trach tube change and care)
e. Performs arterial blood gas sampling & analysis
f. Educates patient and mentors/precepts new employees, students and peers
g. Location Specific:
Assisting in invasive and non-invasive procedures, Cardiac Service procedures, Pulmonary Diagnostic Testing
3. Provides Safe & Quality Environment
a. Promotes current and accurate electronic orders, charting and charging
b. Promotes high level of patient safety (Medication Safety, NPSG, etc)
c. Promotes Performance Improvement initiatives designed to promote quality care
d. Promotes evidence-based practice
e. PI Projects
f. Reviews the revised and new DPPs
Performs other duties as assigned
Complies with all Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.

Required Minimum Education:

- Associates Respiratory Therapy or Bachelors Respiratory Therapy-Preferred

Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s):

All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated.

- RCP - Respiratory Care Prof
- NBRC-RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist
- BLS - Basic Life Support or ARC-BLS - Amer Red Cross Basic Life Support or BLS-I - Basic Life Support - Instructor
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support or ARC-ALS - Amer Red Cross Advanced Life Support or ACLS-I - ACLS - Instructor
- PALS - Pediatric Adv Life Support or ARC-PALS - Amer Red Cross Pediatric Advanced Life Support or PALS-I - PALS - Instructor
- NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation Program or ARC-NALS - Amer Red Cross Neonatal Advanced Life Support or NRP-I - NRP - Instructor or NRP-P - NRP-Provisional (180 Days) within 180 Days

Required Minimum Experience:

Current advance credential with a minimum of two (2) years clinical experience to work in all critical care areas but not limited to Adult ICU, CVICU, BURN, NICU, Emergency Departments (Adult and Pediatric) as it relates each facility. Required

Required Minimum Skills:

Ability to communicate well, critical thinking skills, establish and maintain working relationships with physicians and other health care personnel professionals, and computer skills including familiarity with databases.
Good customer relation, assessment, and communication skills are a must for this job.

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Work Shift

Night (United States of America)
About the Facility
Learn more about Wellstar Kennestone Hospital, including our teams, culture, and campus environment:
: Part-time Nights (36 hrs per pay period: One 12-hr shift one week, Two 12-hr shifts the next week)

Overview
The RN Clinical Nurse is a proactive member of an interdisciplinary team of licensed and unlicensed care givers who ensure that patients, families and significant others receive individualized high quality, safe patient care. They practice in a clinical environment that is administered by Nurse Managers and other leaders and is supported through the Wellstar Shared Governance Model. The framework for practice is steered by the Wellstar Professional Practice Model and evidence-based practice and research. RN competencies are derived from these models and supported by the Wellstar Values.

It is expected that all RN Clinical Nurses are licensed, knowledgeable and uphold the practice of nursing as outlined by the Georgia Professional Nurse Practice Act and implements the Scope of Practice and Code of Ethics Standards put forth by the American Nurses Association. As a member of the patient services team, it is expected that the individual upholds the voice of the patient, system policies and procedures while supporting service excellence goals.

Responsibilities
Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions

- Exemplary Practice and Outcomes
A.Performs the Nursing Process (assessment; diagnosis; identification of outcomes; planning; implementation and evaluation) in the performance of clinical care using evidence base practice, uses analytical/critical thinking and ensuring that care is individualized; coordinating care through effective partnerships recognizing that caring is central to achieve optimal patient care outcomes
B.Provides relationship-based patient centered care that is consistent with population specific characteristics (e.g. age, gender, disease, etc) in a manner that adapts service delivery to reflect an understanding of cultural diversity
C.Always partners with the patient and significant others (as appropriate) using such appropriate method for setting and purpose (e.g., bedside shift report; interdisciplinary rounds; just in time and planned patient teaching; keeping the patient and significant others updated and making the patient's goals the focus of the plan of care.
D.Practices using current clinical practice standards.
- Teamwork and Collaboration
A.Coordinates the delivery and documentation of safe quality patient care that promotes the professional care delivery model. This includes, but is not limited to diverse and inclusive interdisciplinary communication methods (interdisciplinary rounds, case review, etc); completion of timely documentation and promotion of a respectful, inclusive clinical environment
B.Demonstrates teamwork and collaboration by practicing in a manner that is fiscally responsible and promotes the recruitment and retention of all healthcare team members.
C.Participates and supports performance improvement inclusive of all stakeholders, research and research utilization to promote safe, quality patient care including initiating and/or leading such activities as well as, promoting an inter/intra-disciplinary process and actively supports/participates in shared governance at all levels in the system.
- Professional Development and Initiative
A.Completes all initial and ongoing professional competency assessment, required mandatory education, population specific education.
B.Serves as a preceptor and/or or mentor for other professional nurses (and staff or students for all disciplines) to ensure that there is a current and future qualified workforce, modeling the professional practice of nursing and creating a healthy work environment
- Evidence Based Practice and Research
A.Promotes Evidence based practice, nursing research and performance improvement in nursing. Participates in activities such as value analysis as part of the decision-making process in evaluating patient care products.
B.Upholds all health care system/organizational policies and procedures and clinical competencies put forth by this job description and professional association including legal, regulatory and accreditation requirements and standards ensuring by way of example, such goals as TJC Patient Safety Goals and Wellstar Health Systems' safety absolutes
C.Participates in data collection, poses relevant clinical questions to advanced evidence-based practice. Consults appropriate experts and uses appropriate resources and evidence to address practice questions.
- Resources and Support
A.Proactively plans for the care of patients across the care continuum in the course of giving direct patient care.
B.Participates in the development of protocols and procedures when called upon or through self-initiation in collaboration with care managers and other members of the health care team to achieve best practice outcomes (i.e., decrease in re-admission rates; avoidable days; adverse events; etc).
C.Supports efficient and effective use of human and material resources.
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- Required for All Jobs
- Performs other duties as assigned
- Complies with all WellStar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.
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- Qualifications
Required Minimum Education
- Associate's Degree in nursing or Graduate of accredited/approved school of nursing Required
- Bachelor's Degree Nursing Preferred
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- Required Minimum Experience
- Less than 1 year Completion of accredited/ approved school of nursing with requisition clinical hours Required
- direct patient care experience Preferred
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- Required Minimum Skills
Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s)
- Reg Nurse (Single State) Required
- RN - Multi-state Compact Required
- Basic Life Support Required
- BLS - Instructor Required
- BLS - Provisional Required
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- Additional Licenses and Certifications

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Work Shift

Night (United States of America)

Join Our WEST Float Team at WellStar!

Are you ready to make a difference? Join the WellStar Enterprise Support Team (WEST) as a RN in our Float Pool! This exciting opportunity allows you to work across various units based on staffing needs, utilizing your unique skills to provide exceptional patient care wherever you're needed most.

Why Join Us? As a member of the WEST Float Team, you'll:

- Impact Lives: Play a vital role in delivering high-quality care across the WellStar network.
- Diverse Experience: Float to different units, expanding your clinical expertise and gaining valuable experience.
- Supportive Environment: Work collaboratively with a dynamic team committed to excellence.

Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

Clinical Skills:

- Provide comprehensive care throughout the ante-, intra-, and post-partum periods.
- Implement the Nursing Process: assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation, ensuring individualized care.
- Utilize critical thinking to manage complex patient situations.
- Administer medications and perform pre-procedure preparations and safety checks.
- Maintain sterile technique and demonstrate IV administration competency.
- Engage with patients and families through effective communication and care planning.

Quality and Patient Safety:

- Verify patient identification using two identifiers.
- Ensure clarity in verbal orders and complete necessary procedural verifications.
- Adhere to health care policies, regulatory standards, and patient safety goals.

Job Responsibilities:

- Flexibility in hours to meet departmental needs.
- Complete ongoing competency assessments and required education.
- Foster teamwork and collaboration within the healthcare team.
- Mentor and precept other nurses and students to build a skilled workforce.
- Maintain effective communication and provide patient transport and comfort.
- Stay current with BLS, ACLS, and NRP certifications.
- Participate in training and staff meetings.

Patient Education:

- Educate patients and families on care procedures and post-procedural instructions.

Other Duties:

- Perform additional tasks as assigned and comply with all WellStar Health System policies and standards of conduct.

Required Minimum Education:

- Diploma from an accredited nursing program or a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN preferred).

Required Licenses and Certifications:

- RN (Single State or Multi-state Compact) required.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
- Neonatal Resuscitation Provider (NRP) certification required.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification required.
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) preferred.

Preferred Certification:

- National certification in a specialty area.

Required Experience:

- Minimum of 2 years of direct patient care nursing experience.

Required Skills:

- Proficient in English (reading, writing, speaking).
- Basic computer skills and ability to leverage technology in clinical care.
- Strong interpersonal, collaborative, and customer service skills.
- Ability to thrive in a challenging environment and respond to emergencies effectively.
- Excellent time management and critical thinking skills.

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