RN - Ortho/Neuro, MedSurg

Overview:RN - Ortho/Neuro, Full Time Days*Acute Care, Hospital experience highly preferredPiedmont Eastside- Snellville, GAJoint & Spine/ Neuroscience Unit Profile (Med Surg 3)We are a 17-bed hybrid unit, specializing in acute CVAs and TIAs, along with post-operative care of knee, hip, and spinal surgery patients. In addition, we handle all types of medical/ surgical patients.Standards of practice and advantages:Bedside report handoff at change of shiftPurposeful Rounding for safety and serviceQuality initiatives such as pain assessment and reassessment, pressure ulcer prevention, infection prevention strategies for central lines and indwelling urinary catheters, etc.Unit educator to help address competency, onboarding, and learning needsCharge nurse out of staffing or with limited patient load to facilitate daily operationsEPIC electronic health recordVirtual Nurses to help with admissions and dischargesNurse Extern programResidency programCAP (Career Advancement Program)Responsibilities: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 patients 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, ABILITIESLeadership SkillsEffective Communication SkillsInitiativeIndependent JudgmentAbility to handle stressful environmentsDisclaimerThe 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 changeJoin Piedmont to move your career in the right direction. Stay for the diverse teams youll love, a shared purpose, and schedule flexibility that frees you to live for what matters both in and outside of work. Youll 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. Youll 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 familyo Wellness Coaching App 24/7 Live Coachingo Physician and Nursing Peer Coachingo Financial Wellness Planning and Educationo Broad Employee Assistance Program services? PTO your wayo Combined PTO days for greater flexibilityo 100% paid Maternity Leave (requires return to work)o Employer Paid Military LeaveoOpportunity for PTO cash-inoCelebrate Diversity Diversity, Inclusion and Equity Paid Holiday? Benefitso Choice of Medical/Prescription Drug Planso Dental and Visiono Adoption Assistanceo Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Healthcare and Dependent Day Careo Health Reimbursement Accounto Fully paid long term disabilityo Basic Life and Accidental Death & DismembermentQualifications:EducationGraduate from a recognized, accredited school of nursing Required Bachelors Degree Preferred Work ExperienceNo 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 CertificationsRN - Registered Nurse - Georgia State Licensure and/or NLC/eNCL Multistate Licensure Current License in the State of Georgia as a Registered Nurse or NLC/eNLC Multistate License. Required andBCLS - Basic Life Support Required Advanced certification in field of specialty, if applicable (see addendum) AddendumCardiac Tele:Additional Required Certifications:ACLS Certification - (Nurse Residents or nurses new to specialty will complete applicable certifications within 6 months of start date) within 180 Days Required Critical Care:Additional Required Certifications:ACLS Certification - (Nurse Residents or nurses new to specialty will complete applicable certifications within 6 months of start date) within 180 Days Required Dialysis:Additional Required Certifications:CDN (Certified Dialysis Certificate) preferred Preferred Emergency Department:Additional Required Certifications:ACLS and PALS Certification - (Nurse Residents or nurses new to specialty will complete applicable certifications within 6 months of start date)Experienced Emergency Department nurses will have 6 months to obtain the PALS certification. within 180 Days Required Infusion/Oncology:Additional Required Certifications:Chemotherapy/Biotherapy Certification prior to independent chemotherapy administration Upon Hire Required Pediatrics:Identifies, reports and provides appropriate protective measures for high risk situations including, but not limited to, abuse or neglect, failure to thrive and potential for abduction.Additional Required Certifications:PALS Certification - required at Piedmont Columbus Hospital (Nurse Residents or nurses new to specialty will complete applicable certifications within 6 months of start date)PEARS or PALS Certification - required at Piedmont Athens Hospital (Nurse Residents or nurses new to specialty will complete applicable certifications within 6 months of start date) within 180 Days Required Surgical Services:Additional Required Certifications:PreOp/PACU/ENDO/CSU ACLS; PALS if unit provides care to pediatric patients (Nurse Residents or nurses new to specialty will complete applicable certifications within 6 months of start date)OR BLS required only within 180 Days Required Womens Services:Additional Required Certifications:Labor and Delivery-ACLS Certification - (Nurse Residents or nurses new to specialty will complete applicable certifications within 6 months of start date) NRP by the end of orientation period, AWHONN Intermediate Fetal Monitoring Program within 12 months of start dateMother/Baby- NRP by the end of orientation periodNICU- NRP by the end of orientation periodNAT (Newborn Admission Team)- NRP by the end of orientation periodNursery- NRP by the end of orientation period within 180 Days Required Business Unit : Company Name: Eastside Medical Center