Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 12,000 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today.  Our mission and values https://www.augusta.edu/about/mission.php make Augusta University an institution like no other.

Augusta University's distinct characteristics in education and research include real-world experiences and community engagement, as well as a culture of building community, corporate and government partnerships that address health, security, economic and societal concerns locally and across the state.

The University System of Georgia https://www.usg.edu/hr/orientation/welcome_to_the_board_of_regents_university_system_office is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office.  Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect.  These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Augusta University

Our Health Sciences Campus:

1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912

Our Summerville Campus:

2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904

Located conveniently in Augusta's downtown medical community, Georgia War Veterans Nursing Home provides continuous professional nursing care to veterans of Georgia who have served in the armed forces during war times. The home is owned and funded by the Georgia Department of Veterans Service and operated through an interagency agreement with Augusta University. Through this association, Georgia War Veterans Nursing Home is considered a leader in the area of geriatric educational training for Augusta University.

Possess knowledge regarding state, federal, VA, and The Joint Commission guidelines governing long-term care. Responsible for supervising employees on all nursing units. Ensures that individualized quality resident care is provided for all residents. Serves as the supervisor for the facility. Rotating shifts evenings/nights/some days.

The duties include, but are not limited to:

SERVE AS SUPERVISOR FOR FACILITY:

• Serve as Supervisor for the facility as needed. 

• Provides support to nursing units/staff throughout the facility. 

• Assists other nursing personnel in the administration of total resident care and serve as Charge Nurse or Medication Nurse for the nursing units as assigned. 

• Assess residents as needed and contact Physician, as needed.

RESIDENT CARE PROBLEM SOLVING:

• Participate in problem solving affecting the care of residents with complex needs by assisting in the development of individualized resident care plans. 

• Assess progress made toward objective goals.

PROVIDE DIRECTION AND GUIDANCE:

• Provides direction and guidance in the proper use, care, and control of material resources.
   

RESPOND TO EMERGENCY SITUATIONS:

• Responds to emergency situations by initiating emergency procedures and documenting proper records of emergency care.

DEVELOPMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION OF POLICIES AND PROCEDURES: 

• Assists in the development and implementation of policies and procedures designed to affect the efficiency of Nursing Services operations.

MAINTAIN PROFESSIONAL MANNER: 

• Maintains a professional manner at all times with residents, visitors, and staff. 

• Report interpersonal problems to Nurse Manager and Supervisors as necessary.

OTHER: Perform other duties as assigned. 

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in Nursing and experience in the care of geriatric patients in a long-term care environment. Current, active licensure in good standing to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state of Georgia. Current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS/BCLS certification

Experience in exercising leadership skills.

Ability to assume charge nurse position in an assigned unit.

Ability to supervise others and maintain an empathetic understanding of the physically and mentally challenged patient

KNOWLEDGE

Experience with Point Click Care is desirable.

SKILLS

Provide excellent customer service.

Must possess good written and verbal communication skills and proper documentation in the EHR.

ABILITIES

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Ability to assume charge nurse position on an assigned unit.

Ability to maintain an empathetic understanding of the physically and mentally challenged residents.

Must possess a current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS/BCLS certification and active Georgia licensure as a Registered Nurse. 

Shift: Days/M-F

Pay Band: B12

Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position

Recruitment Period: Until Filled

Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees.

Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays.

Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today!

All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.

In conjunction with an offer of employment, selected candidate(s) will be required to successfully complete Augusta University's Criminal Background Check process. In addition, candidates selected for any position within Georgia War Veteran's Nursing Home (GWVNH) will be required to successfully complete the Georgia Long-term Care (GCHEXS) Background Check process. For specific positions, selected candidate(s) may also be required to successfully complete supplementary pre-employment onboarding requirements such as: a physical, drug screening and/or credit check.

If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.

Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle.

For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.

All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.

This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. "Augusta University is a patient and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success."

Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.

Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.

Consider applying with us today!

Applicants are encouraged to tailor their resumes to the position of interest by clearly highlighting relevant work experience and skills gained from previous employment. Resumes should reflect how your background aligns with the qualifications and responsibilities of the role.

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Select University Faculty & Staff > External Applicants if you are a candidate from outside the university

Select University Faculty & Staff > Internal Applicants if you are a current university employee

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