Job Title
Registered Nurse - Acute Surgical Unit
Job Summary
This Registered Nurse position is for a dedicated Acute Surgery Unit located in Atlanta, Georgia. The unit specializes in the comprehensive care of post-surgical patients, focusing on a diverse range of procedures including general surgery, colorectal, bariatric, and plastic surgery cases.
The successful candidate will join a dynamic medical-surgical department committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. This role involves managing the recovery and post-operative needs of patients, ensuring optimal outcomes and a smooth transition through their surgical journey.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide direct and comprehensive nursing care to patients recovering from various surgical procedures.
- Conduct thorough patient assessments, monitor vital signs, and identify changes in patient condition post-operatively.
- Administer medications, manage pain, and perform wound care according to physician orders and hospital protocols.
- Collaborate effectively with surgeons, physicians, and the interdisciplinary healthcare team to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Educate patients and their families on post-operative care, discharge instructions, and potential complications.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes.
- Ensure a safe and therapeutic environment for all patients.
Required Qualifications
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Georgia or a compact state license.
- Minimum of two (2) years of recent, acute care experience within a Medical-Surgical or Acute Surgical specialty.
- Ability to work in Atlanta, Georgia.
Preferred Qualifications
Not specified.
Skills & Competencies
- Proficiency in post-surgical patient assessment and care.
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Competence in medication administration and wound management.
- Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems.
Shift Details
- Shift Type: Night Shift (NOC)
- Hours: 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM
- Days per Week: 3 shifts per week (12-hour shifts)
- Contract Length: 16 weeks
- Assignment Dates: September 21, 2026 - January 9, 2027
- Call Requirements: Not specified.
- Weekend Rotation: Not specified.
- Holiday Expectations: Must work two (2) major holidays (Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, New Year's Day) and one (1) minor holiday (The Friday after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, New Year's Eve) during the contract period.
Licensing Requirements
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Georgia.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA).