Emory

Registered Nurse / Med Surg

Division
Emory Univ Hospital
Campus Location
Atlanta, GA, 30322
Campus Location
US-GA-Atlanta
Department
EUH Complex Med - 7G
Job Type
Regular Full-Time
Job Number
121843
Job Category
Nursing
Schedule
7p-7:30a
Standard Hours
36 Hours
Hourly Minimum
USD $42.00/Hr.
Hourly Midpoint
USD $48.30/Hr.

Overview

Are you ready to join a team that is committed to your ongoing growth and development? If so, 7G Complex Medicine and Clinical Research is the unit for you! You will have the opportunity to master skills such as insulin drips, heparin drips, peritoneal dialysis, chest tubes, trachs, tube feeding, NGT placement, peripheral IV placement, blood and biologic administration.   

 

  • Number of Beds: 31
  • Typical Diagnoses: Renal Failure, Liver Failure, Sepsis, Infectious Disease, Diabetes, Sepsis, Respiratory Failure, Hypertension, Heart Failure, Hematologic Disorders, Autoimmune Disorders, Clinical Research and more
  • Targeted Nurse-to-Patient Ratio: 1:4

  

7G has enhanced collaboration and communication via geographic cohorting. Come explore the many opportunities to learn and grow on 7G! 

Description

JOB DESCRIPTION:

  • We're seeking a Registered Nurse, Acute Care responsible for being a capable clinician who has acquired broad experience in caring for patients and has developed a sound understanding about the care of a particular patient population and routinely uses acquired knowledge, theory, research and experience to respond to changes in clinical situations. This RN professional is able to apply the Synergy Model for Care in practice and use this knowledge to personalize care for each patient/family while serving as a resource to colleagues and strong advocate for patients/families. This individual will:   
  • Consistently, effectively and respectfully communicate with the patient, the patient's family, and other members of the healthcare team while delivering safe, dependable and effective care to a patient population independently utilizing the nursing process. 
  • Demonstrate developed assessment skills and recognize the impact of nursing care on patient outcomes.  
  • Documents the nursing process accurately and in the appropriate format (e.g. computer, clinical pathway, chart) as well as plan and implement patient care independently.  
  • Utilizes patient/family input and goals in planning of care as well as manage time effectively while incorporating AACN Synergy Model into clinical practice and identify the need to revise policies and procedures for a patient population based on receipt/review of evidence-based research.  Includes revising and evaluating effectiveness of patient care documentation.  
  • Achieves points and contact hours as defined in the PLAN (clinical lattice) point system to maintain position. 

 

 Minimum Qualifications:  

 

Must have a valid, active unencumbered Nursing license or temporary permit approved by the Georgia Licensing Board. Graduate of an accredited school of nursing 12 months of recent nursing experience within the past five years or recent completion of a re-entry nursing program.  

BLS certification required and ACLS may be required in designated departments.  

Exceptions: Individuals currently employed as an LPN within the EHC system at the time of completion of an accredited RN program and becoming licensed as a RN will be considered eligible to move to the Nurse Clinician title while matriculating through the Resident program.  

 

 

 

Additional Details

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: (Medium-Heavy) 36-75 lbs, 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 20-35 lbs, 34-66% of the workday; (frequently); 10-20 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 75 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 35 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking; Occasional sitting; Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing); Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure; Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors; Communicable diseases; Electrical shock; Floor Surfaces; Hot/Cold Temperatures; Indoor/Outdoor conditions; Latex; Lighting; Patient care/handling injuries; Radiation; Shift work; Travel may be required; Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators; environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

 

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