Description:
Job Summary:Kaiser Permanente nurses are guided by an integrated nursing model that places patients and families in the center. The Staff Registered Nurse (RN) I practices professional nursing as defined by the Georgia Registered Professional Nurse Practice Act and by organizational policies, procedures, and guidelines. Provides nursing care for patients, members, and families to promote or restore health and to prevent illness and injury. Collaborates with members of the Health Care Team (HCT) and leaders to ensure the delivery of high quality, safe, effective, and efficient care.
Essential Responsibilities:- Utilizes the nursing process to assess patient health status, determine nursing diagnosis, establish nursing goals, and develop, implement, and evaluate the nursing plan of care.
- Completes POE and addresses care gaps during the patient encounter.
- Accurately documents patient data, actions, interventions, and response to treatment according to established policies and guidelines.
- Assists with procedures and monitors patients response during and after the procedure.
- Actively participates, as a member of the healthcare team, to engage patients, families, and caregivers in the coordination of patient care.
- Leads the nursing response to medical emergencies, if indicated.
- Monitors electronic messaging and emails (department InBasket) related to patient or provider requests and manages the messages or triages them to physician, associate practitioner, or others as needed.
- Initiates and monitors IV therapy, administration of medications, and other nursing procedures as prescribed by the physician or associate practitioner, and documents accordingly.
- Assesses patient and family health education needs, provides health teaching and counseling, and evaluates effectiveness of the education process.
- Conducts outgoing telephone calls to patients requiring follow-up care and preventative outreach.
- Participates in quality improvement activities and/or initiatives.
- Participates in departmental orientation and training of new staff.
- May perform other duties as assigned.
Basic Qualifications: Experience
- Minimum one (1) year of RN clinical experience or have completed the Kaiser Permanente Georgia Nurse Residency program.
Education
- Associates degree in nursing.
License, Certification, Registration
- Registered Professional Nurse License (Georgia) required at hire
- Basic Life Support required at hire
Additional Requirements:Preferred Qualifications:- Minimum three (3) years of clinical experience as a Registered Professional Nurse.
- Bachelors degree in nursing.
Notes:
- May be required to float between departments and/or facilities.
Primary Location: Georgia,Jonesboro,Southwood Medical Offices I Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Shift: DayWorkdays: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri Working Hours Start: 09:00 AM Working Hours End: 06:00 PM Job Schedule: Full-time Job Type: Standard Worker Location: Onsite Employee Status: Regular Employee Group/Union Affiliation: GUP|UFCW|Local 1996 Job Level: Entry Level Department: Southwood Medical Offices - Pediatrics - 2808 Pay Range: $37.15 - $46.56 / hour The ranges posted above reflect the location in the job posting. The salary range may vary if you reside in a different location or state than the location posted. Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time On-site: Work location is on-site (KP designated office, medical office building or hospital). Worker location must align with Kaiser Permanente's Authorized States policy. At Kaiser Permanente, equity, inclusion and diversity are inextricably linked to our mission, and we aim to make it a part of everything we do. We know that having a diverse and inclusive workforce makes Kaiser Permanente a better place to receive health care, a more supportive partner in our communities we serve, and a more fulfilling place to work. Working at Kaiser Permanente means that you agree to and abide by our commitment to equity and our expectation that we all work together to create an inclusive work environment focused on a sense of belonging and wellbeing. Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status. Submit Interest