Job Taxonomy:  Med Surg – RN

Job Title:             Registered (General) Nurse for Atlanta VAHCS

Job Category:    Registered Nurse

Job Description:

Role: 1 FTE General RN at the Cobb Multispecialty Clinic

 

Details: We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to provide comprehensive outpatient care to Veterans at the Cobb Multispecialty Clinic. The RN will function both independently and under the guidance of the Nurse Manager or designee, ensuring high-quality patient care in an ambulatory setting. Responsibilities include patient assessments, chronic disease management, care coordination, health education, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team to improve patient outcomes.

 

Day shift M-F 730-1600 or 0800-1630, 80-hrs per pay period

 

• Skills/Experience:
  • Minimum Qualifications
    • Licensure: Current, unrestricted RN license from any U.S. state.
    • Certification: Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)/Basic Life Support (BLS) certification accredited by the American Heart Association.
    • Experience:
      • Minimum three (3) years of recent primary care experience (must have worked within the last six (6) months).
      • Experience managing high-risk patient registries, chronic disease management, and telehealth services preferred.
    • Education:
      • Bachelors degree in Nursing (BSN) or related field preferred; however, an Associate Degree or Nursing Diploma will be considered with valid licensure and relevant experience.
      • Graduate of a nursing program accredited by ACEN, CCNE, or ANCC.
• Required Skills:
  • Required Skills & Responsibilities
    • Patient Care & Coordination:
      • Complete post-Emergency Department (ED)/Urgent Care and post-discharge follow-ups within two business days, documenting results in the medical record.
      • Actively manage a high-risk patient registry, including those with:

• • • • • Elevated HgbA1C, hypertension, elevated LDLs
        • Frequent hospitalizations/admissions
        • Frequent visits to the ED/Urgent Care
        • Patients identified as high risk for injury

• • • • Collaborate with the Teamlet (Primary Care Provider, RN Care Manager, Clinical Associate, Clerical Associate) and the expanded team (family/caregivers, community-based services) in developing the patient-driven care plan.
      • Provide patient and family health education focused on self-management, prevention, and wellness based on the patients personalized health plan.
  • Clinical Responsibilities:
    • Manage triage, telephone triage, and scheduled/unscheduled patients in the outpatient setting.
    • Execute nurse-driven clinics to support positive health outcomes for Veterans.
    • Perform phlebotomy, point-of-care testing, and EKGs.
    • Administer medications, immunizations, and treatments as prescribed.
    • Screen patients for social services, home care, and other community resources, making referrals as needed.
    • Provide care coordination for specialty services including cardiology, dermatology, and pain management.
  • Documentation & Communication:
    • Maintain accurate and timely electronic health record (EHR) documentation.
    • Communicate patient progress, issues, and concerns to providers and case managers.
    • Promote cost-effective care strategies, including telehealth and non-face-to-face patient management.
    • Verify and follow physician orders as needed.
  • Work Conditions & Expectations:
    • May be required to work with COVID-19 positive patients and Patients Under Investigation (PUI).
    • On-call status may be required at the Nurse Managers discretion.
    • Demonstrate professionalism and excellent customer service in all interactions.

 

Details

Worksite:                                          Cobb County VA Clinic

Worksite Location:                        1263 Cobb Parkway N. , Marietta, GA, 30066

Worksite State:                               Georgia

Worksite Code:                              508GQ – Community Based Outpatient Clinic

Worksite Address Override:       No

Time Schedule:                              Default 5/40

Start/End Date:                              04/15/2025 to 09/30/2027

Total Duration:                                898 Days / 128.3 Weeks

Hours per Day:                               8.0

Days per Week:                              5

Job Status:                                       Full Time

Service Type:                                   Staffing