Description: RESPONSIBLE FOR: The staff nurse provides nursing care to patients from birth through the lifecycle utilizing nursing processes to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate the care for patients. He/she functions within the framework of the policies and procedures of the organization and demonstrates professional growth and accountability. The staff nurse is responsible for maintaining standards of practice, coordinating patient care activities of all assigned staff in the provision of quality nursing care. Qualifications: MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED: Graduate of a nursing program MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: New Graduates of a nursing program eligible MINIMUM LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED BY LAW: Current License in the State of Georgia as a Registered Nurse or NLC/eNLC Multistate License. BLS certification required. ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: For PRN positions: One year of nursing experience in a hospital setting preferred Bachelors degree preferred Advanced certification in field of specialty, if applicable (see addendum) Nursing Experience in Hospital Setting Preferred RN - Med/Surg, Part-time at Piedmont Fayette Hospital summary: The RN - Med/Surg is responsible for providing nursing care to patients throughout their lifecycle, utilizing comprehensive nursing processes. This role involves assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care while adhering to organizational policies and standards of practice. Additionally, the staff nurse coordinates care activities among assigned staff to ensure quality nursing care delivery. Keywords: nursing, registered nurse, patient care, medical-surgical, healthcare, Georgia nursing, BLS certification, hospital setting, nursing practice, patient assessment