RN - Cardiac Care, Days
Piedmont
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Job summary
Piedmont Eastside Medical Center is hiring an RN for the Cardiac Care Unit (18-bed CCU) in Snellville, GA. This full-time day position includes a sign-on bonus up to $5,000 and a supportive team of cardiology and vascular staff.
The unit emphasizes high-quality nursing care for cardiac and vascular patients, with collaboration across units and strong leadership. Join a close-knit team delivering exceptional patient outcomes in a high-tech environment.
Qualifications
- Graduate from an accredited school of nursing.
- Georgia RN license (or compact/multistate license) required.
- BCLS certification required.
Responsibilities
- Provide nursing care to patients from birth through the lifecycle.
- Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care.
- Coordinate care with ancillary staff and physicians.
- Document care in the patient record.
- Communicate issues to Charge Nurse/Clinical Manager as appropriate.
Skills
Education
Job description
- 18-bed cardiac unit specializes in the care of both cardiac and vascular patients.
- The typical patient population found in the CCU includes but is not limited to patient's with diagnosis of chest pain, cardiac dysrhythmias, CHF exacerbation, hypertensive emergency, pulmonary embolism and/or DVT, and patient's that have had AAA repair and carotid endarterectomy.
- Our unit is an intermediate/step down unit.
- Supported by a Team of Unit Secretary, Patient Care Tech's, Registered Nurses, Charge Nurses and Clinical Manager
- Our nursing staff work closely with both our cardiology and vascular teams to ensure exceptional care for our patients. If you are interested in working with a knowledgeable and close-knit group of healthcare professionals, then the Cardiac Care Unit is the place for you!
- 18-bed cardiac unit specializes in the care of both cardiac and vascular patients.
- The typical patient population found in the CCU includes but is not limited to patient's with diagnosis of chest pain, cardiac dysrhythmias, CHF exacerbation, hypertensive emergency, pulmonary embolism and/or DVT, and patient's that have had AAA repair and carotid endarterectomy.
- Our unit is an intermediate/step down unit.
- Supported by a Team of Unit Secretary, Patient Care Tech's, Registered Nurses, Charge Nurses and Clinical Manager
- Our nursing staff work closely with both our cardiology and vascular teams to ensure exceptional care for our patients. If you are interested in working with a knowledgeable and close-knit group of healthcare professionals, then the Cardiac Care Unit is the place for you!
The staff nurse provides nursing care to patients from birth through the lifecycle utilizing nursing processes to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate the care for patients. He/she functions within the framework of the policies and procedures of the organization and demonstrates professional growth and accountability. The staff nurse is responsible for maintaining standards of practice, coordinating patient care activities of all assigned staff in the provision of quality nursing care.
The staff nurse provides nursing care to patients from birth through the lifecycle utilizing nursing processes to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate the care for patients. He/she functions within the framework of the policies and procedures of the organization and demonstrates professional growth and accountability. The staff nurse is responsible for maintaining standards of practice, coordinating patient care activities of all assigned staff in the provision of quality nursing care.
- Performs patient assessments to include collection of data regarding the patient's physical, psychosocial and health history.
- Appropriately evaluates the developmental age of the patient when performing assessments, treatments and patient/family education.
- Organizes patient data into the formulation of a plan of care; identifies additional information needed and makes care decisions based on identified needs. Identifies expected patient outcomes.
- Carries out plan of care to achieve desired patient outcomes.
- Provides patient care that is specific to the setting, identified needs and plan; ensures that the care provided is appropriate to the severity of the disease, condition, impairment or disability.
- Oversees activities of ancillary and support team members.
- Identifies teaching opportunities and provides the resources necessary for achieving the educational goals of the patients.
- Communications issues/concerns to the Charge Nurse, Clinical Manager and/or physician as appropriate.
- Documents patient care and concerns in the patient record.
Leadership Skills
Effective Communication Skills
Initiative
Independent Judgment
Ability to handle stressful environments
The above information is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
Stay for the diverse teams you'll love, a shared purpose, and schedule flexibility that frees you to live for what matters both in and outside of work. You'll feel valued, motivated to be your best, and recognized for your contributions to exceptional patient outcomes. Piedmont leaders are in your corner, invested in your success. Our wellness programs and comprehensive total benefits and rewards meet your needs today, and help you plan for the future. As an RN, your dedication to holistic, patient-centered care in your community is deeply valued. Piedmont supports nurses with the compensation, work/life balance, and resources they deserve. You'll work in a positive, collaborative environment alongside dedicated team members, and use state-of-the-art technology that strengthens patient care and services. You may participate in clinical research that opens doors to working on the forefront of medical advances and changes patient lives.
- Competitive and equitable compensation for all roles
- Total Wellness programs for you and your family
- Wellness Coaching App - 24/7 Live Coaching
- Physician and Nursing Peer Coaching
- Financial Wellness Planning and Education
- Broad Employee Assistance Program services
- Combined PTO days for greater flexibility
- 100% paid Maternity Leave (requires return to work)
- Employer Paid Military Leave
- Opportunity for PTO cash-in
- Celebrate Diversity - Diversity, Inclusion and Equity Paid Holiday
- Choice of Medical/Prescription Drug Plans
- Dental and Vision
- Adoption Assistance
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Healthcare and Dependent Day Care
- Health Reimbursement Account
- Graduate from a recognized, accredited school of nursing Required
- Bachelor's Degree Preferred
- No experience required New Graduates of a nursing program eligible Required
- Nursing Experience in Hospital Setting Preferred
- 1 year in a hospital setting for PRN positions Preferred
Licenses and Certifications
- RN - Registered Nurse - Georgia State Licensure and/or NLC/eNCL Multistate Licensure Current License in the State of Georgia as a Registered Nurse or NLC/eNCL Multistate License. Required and
- BCLS - Basic Life Support Required
- Advanced certification in field of specialty, if applicable (see addendum)
Business Unit : Company Name: Eastside Medical Center
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