RN - Progressive Care/Stepdown, Nights

Piedmont Healthcare; Loganville (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Piedmont Eastside Medical Center in Snellville, GA is seeking an RN for Progressive Care/PCU/Step Down. This full-time night position offers a $10,000 sign-on bonus and the chance to deliver high-acuity nursing care within a collaborative, patient-centered team.

You will assess, plan, implement and evaluate care for patients across the lifecycle, coordinate with physicians and support staff, and use state-of-the-art technology to improve outcomes.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a nursing program
• Georgia RN license required
• New Graduates eligible for RN roles
• BLS certification required

Responsibilities

• Assess patient data including physical and health history.
• Evaluate developmental age during assessments and patient education.
• Organize data into plan of care and set expected outcomes.
• Carry out plan of care to meet outcomes.
• Provide care aligned to patient condition and needs.
• Oversee activities of ancillary and support staff.
• Identify teaching opportunities and provide necessary resources.
• Communicate concerns to Charge Nurse/Clinical Manager/physician as appropriate.
• Document patient care and concerns in patient records.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Effective Communication Skills

Initiative

Independent Judgment

Ability to handle stressful environ

Education

Graduate of a nursing program

Georgia RN license

New Graduates eligible

Job description

Overview:

RN - Progressive Care/PCU/Step Down

Full Time Nights

Piedmont Eastside

Snellville, GA

*Sign on Bonus Available up to $10,000

The Progressive Care Unit bridges the gap between the Intensive Care unit and the medical-surgical units, providing high intensity nursing care. We are committed to providing safe, evidenced based nursing care and we practice in an environment that supports autonomy, mutual respect, teamwork as well as collaboration and accountability. Our team is very motivated and committed to ensuring Piedmont Eastside is the provider and employer of choice.

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. Apply today to make a positive difference in every life you touch.

RESPONSIBLE FOR:

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.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Performs patient assessments to include collection of data regarding the patient's physical, psychosocial and health history.

2. Appropriately evaluates the developmental age of the patient when performing assessments, treatments and patient/family education.

3. 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.

4. Carries out plan of care to achieve desired patient outcomes.

5. 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.

6. Oversees activities of ancillary and support team members.

7. Identifies teaching opportunities and provides the resources necessary for achieving the educational goals of the patients.

8. Communications issues/concerns to the Charge Nurse, Clinical Manager and/or physician as appropriate.

9. Documents patient care and concerns in the patient record.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

Leadership Skills

Effective Communication Skills

Initiative

Independent Judgment

Ability to handle stressful environments

Disclaimer

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.

Experience the advantages of real career change

Join Piedmont to move your career in the right direction. 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. Apply today to make a positive difference in every life you touch.

Total Rewards that work for you:

• 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

PTO your way

• 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

Benefits

• Choice of Medical/Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental and Vision
• Adoption Assistance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Healthcare and Dependent Day Care
• Health Reimbursement Account
• Fully paid long term disability
• Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment

Qualifications:

MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED:

Graduate of a nursing program

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

New Graduates of a nursing program eligible

MINIMUM LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED BY LAW:

Current License in the State of Georgia as a Registered Nurse or NLC/eNLC Multistate License. BLS certification required.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

For PRN positions: One year of nursing experience in a hospital setting is required

Bachelor's degree preferred

Advanced certification in field of specialty, if applicable (see addendum)

Nursing Experience in Hospital Setting Preferred

Business Unit : Company Name: Eastside Medical Center