Critical Care Registered Nurse

Emory Healthcare•Decatur, GA

1d•$43 - $50•Onsite

About The Position

The RN Clinician is an experienced healthcare professional with a strong understanding of patient care for a specific population. Using clinical knowledge, research, and experience, they adapt to changing situations and personalize care based on the AACN Synergy Model for Patient Care. They serve as a resource for colleagues and advocate for patients and families. At Emory Decatur Hospital, the open ICU serves as a primary receiving unit for critically ill patients across the hospital and provides care for a diverse, high-acuity patient population. The unit has 32 beds and serves a patient population including Medical, Surgical, Neurological, Stroke, Sepsis, Respiratory Failure, Post-Operative, STEMI, and Cardiogenic shock patients, as well as other critically ill adult patients requiring intensive monitoring and care. The nurse-to-patient ratio is primarily 1:2, with 1:1 assignments for higher acuity patients as indicated, and a maximum ratio of 1:3. A comprehensive orientation program tailored to experience level is provided, along with opportunities for specialty certification, participation in rapid response, stroke care, shared governance, and professional development.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited prelicensure Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), AND 12 months of recent nursing experience within the past five years, OR Recent completion of a re-entry nursing program.
Graduate of an accredited prelicensure Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) with a minimum of 2 years of recent nursing experience within the past five years.
A valid, unencumbered Registered Nursing License approved by the Georgia Board of Nursing.
BLS certification
ACLS may be required for certain departments, post hire.
Additional certifications may be required based on department and specialty.
If completing virtual care activities that may include multi-state practice, an active compact/multistate license (eNLC) is required within 60 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

Opportunities for specialty certification
Participation in rapid response
Stroke care
Shared governance
Professional development

Responsibilities

Delivers safe, effective, and independent nursing care using the nursing process.
Performs thorough patient assessments and recognizes the impact of nursing care on outcomes.
Develops and implements patient care plans, incorporating patient/family input and adjusting as needed.
Documents care accurately and efficiently in electronic and physical records.
Identifies patient and family learning needs, recommending appropriate resources.
Recognizes cultural differences and individualizes care accordingly.
Delegates appropriately using the Synergy Model of Care.
Works effectively with the interdisciplinary team, patient, and family care partners.
Functions in a developing leadership role, including Charge Nurse responsibilities when assigned.
Assists in orienting staff and students in the absence of a designated preceptor.
Demonstrates strong communication and conflict resolution skills.
Identifies the need for policy revisions based on evidence-based research.
Engages in professional growth and actively applies the Synergy Model for Care in practice.
Collects, reports, and analyzes data to improve patient care and meet organizational standards.
Participates in surveys, interviews, and other methods to identify and resolve areas for improvement.
Maintains required points and contact hours per the clinical lattice PLAN system.