RN - Surgical ICU - PRN - 7p-7:30a at Emory Healthcare/Emory University
Company: Health eCareers
Location: Atlanta
Posted on: September 4, 2024
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Job Description:
**Overview**If you are interested in working in an ICU that
offers a positive unit culture, a thorough competency-based
orientation, and outstanding teamwork, then our unit is the place
for you! 5T South ICU is a Surgical and Transplant ICU, where we
provide a high standard of nursing care, run CRRT in the OR for our
Liver Transplant Patients, and have sustained a MARS (Liver
Dialysis) Team since 2011.Number of Beds: 23Patient
Population/Typical Diagnosis: Post-Surgical Abdominal and
Surgical-Oncology patients, Pre-and Post-Liver Transplant patients,
Thoracic and Vascular, GIB, and AHF, and those patients who require
a higher level of careTargeted Nurse-to-Patient Ratio: 1:25TS ICU
is a two-time Silver Beacon award winning unit, that prides itself
on the outstanding care we deliver with our interdisciplinary team
approach. Join our team and gain knowledge and expertise that will
expand your critical thinking skills to create an invaluable
foundation for your nursing career.**Description**JOB DESCRIPTION:
Is 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. Routinely uses acquired
knowledge, theory, research, and experience to respond to changes
in clinical situations. Is able to apply the Synergy Model for Care
in practice, and use this knowledge to personalize care for each
patient/family. Serves as a resource to lesser experienced nurses
and to support staff. Under general supervision, demonstrates a
thorough knowledge of therapeutic patient care, patient advocacy,
clinical pathways/care maps, team dynamics, and hospital systems.
Prioritizes nursing interventions for assigned group of patients.
Identifies complex patient problems related to symptoms, behavioral
changes, abnormal diagnostic data and learning needs. Ensures
continuity of care. Coordinates diagnostic procedures. Anticipates
potential patient crises through continual evaluation of patient
outcomes. May participate in quality improvement efforts. Serves as
a resource for other registered nurses and support staff. May
function in the Charge Nurse role and make patient care
assignments. Thoroughly documents all aspects of patient care,
following established charting procedures. Participates in unit
orientation of new staff and may serve as a preceptor. Performs
related responsibilities as required.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing 24 months of recent
nursing experience within the past five years. Must have a valid,
active unencumbered Nursing license or temporary permit approved by
the Georgia Licensing Board. BLS certification required and ACLS
may be required in designated departmentsPHYSICAL 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.**Connect With Us!**Connect with us for general
consideration!
Keywords: Health eCareers, Atlanta , RN - Surgical ICU - PRN - 7p-7:30a at Emory Healthcare/Emory University, Healthcare , Atlanta, Georgia
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