Full-Time

Registered Nurse

Emergency Department

Posted on 9/17/2025

Wellstar

Wellstar

10,001+ employees

Integrated health system delivering comprehensive care

No salary listed

Smyrna, GA, USA

In Person

Category
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary (1)
Requirements
  • Graduate of an accredited/approved school of nursing
  • Baccalaureate degree in nursing (BSN) from an accredited school of nursing
  • RN - Reg Nurse (Single State) or RN-COMPACT - RN - Multi-state Compact
  • BLS - Basic Life Support or BLS-I - Basic Life Support - Instructor
  • ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support or ACLS-I - ACLS - Instructor
  • PALS - Pediatric Adv Life Support-Preferred or PALS-I - PALS - Instructor-Preferred
  • Minimum 2 years RN experience
  • Ability to read, write and speak English language, optimize the use of technology to support clinical care and holds basic computer skills
  • Strong interpersonal, collaborative skills along with customer service skills required
  • Ability to function in a fast paced environment and respond to emergencies in using a decisive, composed and respectful manner
  • Possess excellent time management skills
  • Practices nursing using evidence and analytical skills along with possessing strong critical thinking skills.
Responsibilities
  • Performs the Nursing Process (assessment; diagnosis; identification of outcomes; planning; implementation and evaluation) in the performance of clinical care using evidence base practice, uses analytical/critical thinking and ensuring that care is individualized; coordinating care through effective partnerships recognizing that caring is central to achieve optimal patient care outcomes
  • Provides relationship-based patient centered care that is consistent with population specific characteristics (e.g. age, gender, disease, etc) in a manner that adapts service delivery to reflect an understanding of cultural diversity
  • Always partners with the patient and significant others (as appropriate) using such appropriate method for setting and purpose (e.g., bedside shift report; interdisciplinary rounds; just in time and planned patient teaching; keeping the patient and significant others updated and making the patients goals the focus of the plan of care)
  • Practices using current clinical practice standards
  • Coordinates the delivery and documentation of safe quality patient care that promotes the professional care delivery model
  • Demonstrates teamwork and collaboration by practicing in a manner that is fiscally responsible and promotes the recruitment and retention of all healthcare team members
  • Participates and supports performance improvement inclusive of all stakeholders, research and research utilization to promote safe, quality patient care including initiating and/or leading such activities as well as, promoting an inter/intra-disciplinary process and actively supports/participates in shared governance at all levels in the system
  • Completes all initial and ongoing professional competency assessment, required mandatory education, population specific education
  • Serves as a preceptor and/or or mentor for other professional nurses (and staff or students for all disciplines) to ensure that there is a current and future qualified workforce; modeling the professional practice of nursing and creating a healthy work environment
  • Promotes Evidence based practice, nursing research and performance improvement in nursing
  • Upholds all health care system/organizational policies and procedures and clinical competencies put forth by this job description and professional association including legal, regulatory and accreditation requirements and standards ensuring by way of example, such goals as TJC Patient Safety Goals and Wellstar Health Systems safety absolutes
  • Participates in data collection, poses relevant clinical questions to advanced evidence-based practice
  • Proactively plans for the care of patients across the care continuum in the course of giving direct patient care
  • Participates in the development of protocols and procedures when called upon or through self-initiation in collaboration with care managers and other members of the health care team to achieve best practice outcomes
  • Supports efficient and effective use of human and material resources
  • Performs other duties as assigned
  • Complies with all WellStar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.
Desired Qualifications
  • PALS - Pediatric Adv Life Support-Preferred or PALS-I - PALS - Instructor-Preferred

Wellstar Health System provides comprehensive medical care across Georgia through hospitals, clinics, outpatient centers, a pediatric center, nursing centers, hospice and home care services, supported by nearly 30,000 team members. It operates a network that combines primary care and specialty medicine, including multiple trauma centers and a large Emergency Department; patients access care through inpatient facilities, outpatient centers, and home health, supported by an integrated care model. Wellstar differentiates itself with an inclusive culture, high-quality care, and strong workplace recognition, while being one of Georgia's largest integrated health systems with multiple trauma centers and a top emergency department. Its goal is to improve health and well-being for everyone served by compassionate care, pursuing excellence, and transforming how healthcare is delivered.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Atlanta, Georgia

Founded

1997

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What believers are saying

  • $50M Golisano gift accelerates pediatric cardiac ICU at Children's Hospital.
  • New 140-bed hospital launches September 2026 under Wayne Shockey's oversight.
  • Ketul Patel's CEO role strengthens largest Georgia trauma network operations.

What critics are saying

  • Ketul Patel's external hire triggers PeopleCare culture resistance and exodus.
  • CLEAR1 rollout exposes duplicate records causing HIPAA violations and denials.
  • BD Pyxis integration fails with Epic EMR inflating medication error liabilities.

What makes Wellstar unique

  • Wellstar integrates 11 hospitals with AI-powered BD Pyxis Pro across Georgia.
  • CLEAR1 digital check-in live at North Fulton since May 2024 boosts efficiency.
  • Catalyst by Wellstar nurtures healthcare startups and trains via academic ties.

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Cobb Chamber of Commerce
Mar 3rd, 2026
Cobb's business leaders honored at 84th Annual Dinner.

Cobb's business leaders honored at 84th Annual Dinner. Highlights of the evening include the 2025 Chairman awards presentation and an address by the 2026 Chairwoman. The Cobb Chamber celebrated its many accomplishments of 2025 at the 84th Annual Dinner celebration, presented by Wellstar, on Feb. 28 at the Cobb Convention Center Atlanta. Over 1,200 business and community leaders attended the black-tie optional dinner affair, including military leaders, economic development partners, and elected officials. Brian Jordan, former NFL and MLB athlete and the President of the Brian Jordan Foundation, served as the event's master of ceremonies. The evening included a robust program, including outgoing Chairman, Chris Britton of Brasfield & Gorrie, passing the leadership to 2026 Chairwoman, Melissa Cantrell of CDH Partners. In his address, Britton celebrated the collective efforts of the Chamber and how it served as a champion for businesses and the community over the past year. He highlighted: * A record year for the Membership Campaign, raising a historic $1,230,533 and welcoming 336 new members. * 26 project wins for SelectCobb, bringing more than 2,181 high quality jobs. * MLB All-Star week, welcoming thousands of visitors to the county. During the evening, Britton presented several awards to honor individuals who have made significant contributions to enhance the quality of the Chamber's programming and the quality of life in Cobb. The 2026 Chairman's Award was presented to Al Martin of Georgia Power, a dedicated partner to the Chamber for several decades. The award is presented to an individual for outstanding leadership, dedication, enthusiasm, and commitment to the Cobb Chamber. Martin is a long-term investor in the Cobb Chamber, serving in the membership campaign as division chair, overall chair, team captain, and the top producer in 2025. He played a vital role in developing the mentoring component of CYP Cultivate, chaired the grants committee for Cobb Community Foundation, served as a long-time Cobb Travel & Tourism board member, and given his time to countless nonprofits like the Center for Family Resources. The 2026 Dr. Robert A. Lipson Award, was presented to Mike Plant, Atlanta Braves. The award is presented to someone who is a visionary, a friend, a mentor, and a leader. Plant played an instrumental role in bringing the Braves to Cobb and making All-Star Week a resounding success. He also recruited global brands to the county, including Truist Securities, Shake Shack, TK Elevator, Papa John's, and Comcast. The 2026 Len Gilbert Award was given to Jeff Fuctio, formerly of Mauldin & Jenkins, and Bert Reeves of The Georgia Institute of Technology. This award is presented to an outstanding board member who, through his or her leadership, commitment and dedication, achieved new heights for a Chamber initiative, program or event. Since 2016, Fucito has served as the Chamber's Finance Chair, extending beyond his own retirement to ensure a smooth transition to his successor. He has shepherded the Chamber through some of its most significant milestones: the sale of its building and move to its new headquarters, navigating the global pandemic while leading economic recovery - including administering $50 million in small business grants - and positioning the Chamber for strong financial sustainability through the Chamber's strategic plan. Bert Reeves serves as Vice Chair of Government Relations and Advocacy and has continued to expand the Government Affairs Committee by leading the launch of three impactful new programs. Reeves and the Chamber's advocacy team led the committee to the state Capitol during session, hosted legislators for an exclusive tour of Dobbins Air Reserve Base, Lockheed Martin, and the Georgia Tech Research Institute, and helped launch Conversations in Democracy - a series designed to foster open dialogue between Chamber members and elected officials, both past and present. The 2026 Mack Henderson Public Service Award was presented to Dr. Tiffany Barney of the Cobb Innovation & Technology Academy and Rob Garcia III of the Marietta High School College and Career Academy. This award recognizes individuals who embody the legacy of Mack Henderson through outstanding commitment and dedication to building a better quality of life for the citizens of Cobb County. Through their leadership of innovative college and career academies in Cobb County and Marietta City Schools, Dr. Barney and Garcia are equipping students with hands-on, career-ready skills and clear post-graduation pathways - strengthening the talent pipeline and advancing workforce readiness across our community. Dr. Barney has led the highly successful Cobb Innovation & Technology Academy at Osborne High School and is leading the second academy at Allatoona High School that broke ground in 2025. She is also a graduate of Leadership Cobb Class of 2023. Garcia III leads Marietta High School's College and Career Academy - Cobb County's first - providing career-ready training that meets today's job demands. In this role, our Garcia III is helping students navigate their futures - whether it's to an apprenticeship, to start their career, or to enroll in college. Britton's final award of the evening, the 2026 Senator Johnny H. Isakson Leadership Award,was presented to Brigadier General Michael B. Parks, Deputy Commander of the 22nd Air Force at Dobbins. Only awarded under extraordinary circumstances, this award honors an individual whose extraordinary leadership, vision and trailblazing efforts have significantly impacted the Cobb community. General Parks, has provided tremendous leadership at Dobbins Air Reserve Base, guiding the 81st Readiness Division through its new mission set while elevating the Chamber's partnership with the base and strengthening ties to Cobb's business community. The Marietta Daily Journal presented its prestigious 2025 Cobb County Citizen of the Year Award to Jim Rhoden. The Marietta Daily Journal has presented this award since 1963 at the Cobb Chamber Annual Dinner. The 84th Annual Dinner was presented by Wellstar. The invocation was offered by James Griffin of Crosspoint City Church. Mike Jones Entertainment provided music at the After Party, hosted by Live! at the Battery Atlanta, and JJA Project Management provided audiovisual and event production services. The rest of the event's sponsors included: Atlanta Braves, Brasfield & Gorrie, CDH Partners, Freeman Mathis & Gary, Freeman Mathis Decisions, Georgia Power, Lockheed Martin, and MetroAtlanta Ambulance Service as Diamond Sponsors; Cobb EMC as the Reception Sponsor; Cumberland Diamond Exchange and S.A. White Oil Company as Camera Ready Sponsors; AssuranceAmerica as the Award Sponsor; Children's Healthcare of Atlanta as Coffee & Dessert Sponsor; LGE Community Credit Union as Dinner Sponsor; Arylessence as the Floral Sponsor; Cobb Convention Center Atlanta as the Host Sponsor; Pinnacle Financial Partners as the Wine Sponsor; Live! At The Battery Atlanta as the After Party Sponsor; Comcast as the Life of the Party Sponsor; Superior Plumbing as the Membership Campaign VIP Recognition Sponsor; 41South Creative, Croy Engineering, Delta Community Credit Union, Gas South, JJA Project Management, Kennesaw State University, Mauldin & Jenkins, Rule Joy Trammell + Rubio, Summit Legacy Insurance, Waldron & Lee Dentistry, and Wasserman Talent Solutions as Ruby Sponsors; AMB Sports and Entertainment, Capital City Public Affairs, Cobb Community Foundation, Cobb County Sheriff's Office, CROFT & Associates, Cumberland Community Improvement District, Development Authority of Cobb County, The Doss Firm, Johnson & Alday, Genuine Parts Company, Georgia Banking Company, Georgia's Own Credit Union, Gillis Law Firm, Henssler Financial, Holder Construction, The Home Depot, IMPACT Development Partners, INCISIVE, Life University, Manning Properties, Marietta Power & Water, The Mazloom Law Firm, RE/MAX PURE, New South Construction, NextEra Energy Services, Philip Morris International, Proda Technology, SouthState Bank, Town Center Community Improvement District, Truist, and Vanderlande as Emerald Sponsors; LAZ Parking as Parking Sponsor; and BRPH Architects Engineers, Inc., ClearVue Glass & Mirror Company, and Hammond Services as Patron Sponsors. Special gifts were provided by Cumberland Diamond Exchange. We're thrilled to share that we're featured in an inspiring new documentary, "Your Second Fifty, Listen to the Lion!" This powerful film encourages viewers to Cobb Chamber March 23, 2026 Atlanta Metro communities will showcase contemporary townhome and single-family floor plans in two sought-after locations Century Communities, Inc.-a top national homebuilder, industry leader in online Cobb Chamber March 18, 2026

WFXG
Jan 22nd, 2026
Wellstar Healthcare System and the Columbia County School District is hosting an Opportunity Summit for high school students

Wellstar healthcare System and the Columbia County School District is hosting an Opportunity Summit for high school students. * marti woodward * 1 hr ago. COLUMBIA COUNTY, Ga. (WFXG) - Wellstar Health System and the Columbia County School District are partnering to offer healthcare career opportunities with Columbia County high school students by hosting a 2026 Opportunity Summit. Wellstar Health System and the Columbia County School District will hold the 2026 Opportunity Summit on Friday, January 23 at the Columbia County School District Support Complex. Session one is for students from Evans, Lakeside, and Greenbrier high schools starting at 9 a.m. and ending at 11 a.m. Session two is for students from Grovetown and Harlem high schools beginning at 11:30 a.m. and ending at 1:30 p.m. Students will be able to meet hiring leaders to explore opportunities available to them after graduation. Through its CareerCare program, Wellstar offers prepaid education for select critical health careers, tuition reimbursement, and competitive pay. They also support their team members with a culture that encourages personal fulfillment by offering unique benefits like free concierge services, free counseling and coaching sessions, and backup child/elder/pet care. If you plan to attend the Opportunity Summit, please contact Lisa Kaylor at [email protected].

TechNation
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Wayne Shockey Joins Wellstar

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Nexstar Media Group
Dec 29th, 2025
Wellstar Children's Hospital of Georgia receives $50 million gift, to soon be renamed

Wellstar Children's Hospital of Georgia receives $50 million gift, to soon be renamed. AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) - Wellstar Children's Hospital of Georgia on Monday announced it has received $50 million from Paychex founder Tom Golisano, the largest donation in the history of Wellstar and the Children's Hospital of Georgia. Accepting the gift means that the children's hospital will join the Golisano Children's Alliance, a national consortium of 12 leading children's hospitals, making it the first in all of Georgia, South Carolina, Alabama, Tennessee and North Carolina. The money will be used to created a new pediatric intensive care unit. "We've been on the journey and in the process of moving towards having a separate cardiac intensive care unit for children. This just accelerates that, and allows us to do it much quicker than we otherwise would have been able to do," said Dr. Valera Hudson, Pediatrician-In-Chief at Wellstar Children's Hospital of Georgia. "So, that's good news for children in Georgia and our region who need this care." The hospital will soon be renamed to Wellstar Golisano Children's Hospital of Georgia. "Children's hospitals are essential to the health and future of our communities, and each one serves families with unique needs and challenges," said Tom Golisano. "The team at Wellstar Children's Hospital of Georgia has a deep commitment to advancing pediatric care, expanding access, and investing in innovation. I'm proud to support their work and to welcome them into the Golisano Children's Alliance as we continue building a collaborative network focused on improving outcomes for children nationwide.

Clear Secure, Inc.
Oct 20th, 2025
CLEAR and Wellstar Health System Modernize the Patient Experience Using CLEAR1's Digital Check-In

CLEAR and Wellstar Health System modernize the Patient Experience using CLEAR1's digital check-in. October 20, 2025 4:30pm EDT Download as PDF Wellstar plans to expand CLEAR1 technology across more than 150 locations, saving time and improving patient experiences with a faster, easier check-in process. NEW YORK and ATLANTA, Oct. 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) - CLEAR (NYSE: YOU), the secure identity company, and Wellstar Health System ("Wellstar"), are dramatically improving the patient experience and saving hundreds of staff hours through a partnership that leverages CLEAR's identity platform, CLEAR1. Findings from a joint case study released today highlight how health systems nationwide can use technology to make the patient experience faster and easier by reimagining one of the most visible pain points in the care journey: Patient Check In. Despite widespread investment in digital tools, many check-ins still depend on manual lookups, paper forms, and repetitive data entry - creating friction for both patients and staff. Wellstar has been at the forefront of innovation as the first health system to launch CLEAR1 for check-in, which is integrated with Epic Welcome to enable seamless deployment. With this industry-leading solution, patients can quickly and easily check in for their appointments with a quick selfie at a kiosk or on a handheld tablet. Since the initial launch at Avalon Health Park in May 2024, Wellstar has seen a dramatic and measurable impact on both experience and operational efficiency, with plans to expand to more than 150 locations across its system. The integration is live at Wellstar North Fulton Medical Center, the first hospital in the U.S. to leverage CLEAR1 for patient check-ins, and at five Wellstar outpatient facilities. Wellstar plans to roll out additional use cases with CLEAR1, including patient MyChart account creation and recovery, workforce account recovery, and online scheduling. "CLEAR's focus is on making everyday experiences both safer and easier, and our work with Wellstar is helping pave the way for the future of modern patient experiences," said Caryn Seidman Becker, CEO of CLEAR. "We are excited about the growth opportunities ahead and the many ways we can support health systems to improve patient and staff experiences and create a more integrated healthcare future." "The results of the study speak for themselves. By leveraging CLEAR1's technology we introduced a modern, digital check-in experience that saves patients and team members time, reduces administrative costs, and streamlines the check-in process for everyone," said Dr. Hank Capps, EVP and Chief Information and Digital Officer for Wellstar Health System and President of Catalyst by Wellstar. "Wellstar partnered with CLEAR because we are committed to investing in technologies that elevate the patient experience, alleviate the stress on staff, and reduce friction across every part of the patient journey." Key outcomes achieved since launching CLEAR1 for check-in include: * Improved Patient Experience - Digital check-in adoption increased from 2 to 10 percent, with strong engagement among patients 45 and older. 73 percent of patients who used CLEAR1's digital check-in technology reported that they would use it again. * Operational Efficiency - In just six months, CLEAR1-enabled check-ins freed up more than 1,500 hours of staff time, allowing teams to focus on higher-value tasks such as assisting patients with complex problems. * Reduction in Duplicate Records & Cost Savings - By linking appointments to a verified identity, Wellstar has been able to uncover and resolve duplicate patient records before visits, reducing costly administrative rework and minimizing claim complications. Collectively, these improvements are projected to deliver $2 million in savings for every 25,000 patients verified through CLEAR1. About CLEAR CLEAR's mission is to strengthen security and create frictionless experiences. With over 33 million Members and a growing network of partners across the world, CLEAR's secure identity platform is transforming the way people live, work, and travel. Whether you are traveling, at the stadium, or on your phone, CLEAR connects you to the things that make you, you - making everyday experiences easier, more secure, and friction-free. CLEAR is committed to privacy done right. Members are always in control of their own information, and Secure Identity, LLC. do not sell biometric or sensitive personal data. For more information, visit clearme.com. About Wellstar Health System Wellstar personalizes the patient experience. Secure Identity, LLC. call it PeopleCare and it's only possible thanks to its 33,000 team members who provide expert compassionate care for every stage of life. PeopleCare also means Secure Identity, LLC. serve its communities as a non-profit health system, providing more than $1 billion annually in charity care and community programs, and operating the largest integrated trauma network in the State of Georgia. Secure Identity, LLC. embrace innovation and technology, nurture early-stage companies through its venture firm Catalyst by Wellstar, and train future generations of caregivers with academic institutions including the Medical College of Georgia. Wellstar honors every voice and is one of the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For. To learn more, visit Wellstar.org. Forward-Looking Statements This release may contain statements that constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. This includes, without limitation, statements regarding its offerings, integration functionality and success, projected financial impacts and future expansion plans. Investors are cautioned that any and such forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance or results and involve risks and uncertainties, and that actual results, developments and events may differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements as a result of various factors, including those described in the Company's filings within the Securities and Exchange Commission, including the sections titled "Risk Factors" in its Annual Report on Form 10-K. The Company disclaims any obligation to update any forward-looking statements contained herein. This press release was published by a CLEAR(R) Verified individual.

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