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    registered nurse, acute care - Atlanta, GA , USA, United States - Emory Healthcare

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    Heart. Soul. Expertise. That's what defines an Emory nurse.

    No matter where you are in your nursing career, when you chose this distinguished profession, you chose to change lives.

    We are proud to be the only health system in Georgia with four Magnet-recognized hospitals: Emory University Orthopaedics & Spine Hospital, Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital, Emory University Hospital, and Emory Johns Creek Hospital.

    We're looking for passionate med/surg nurses who are ready to join a team that's redefining quality nursing care.

    As integral members of high-functioning, inter-professional teams, Emory Healthcare's med/surg nurses are on the frontline of care in our hospitals and operate with a full complement of specialties and the ability to care for medically complex patients.


    We've got the backing, knowledge, experience and permission to lead the way in developing new and better approaches to preventing and treating disease, and our patients get treatments years before anyone else.

    Are YOU ready to join us?

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    7am-7:30pm Full Time/36 Hours


    JOB DESCRIPTION

    • 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 colleagues and strong advocate for patients/families. Consistently communicates effectively and respectfully with the patient, the patient's family, and other members of the healthcare team.
    • Delivers safe, dependable and effective care to a patient population independently utilizing the nursing process. Demonstrates developed assessment skills. Recognizes the impact of nursing care on patient outcomes. Continues to recognize own performance limitations, but requires minimal assistance.
    • Documents the nursing process accurately and in the appropriate format (e.g. computer, clinical pathway, chart). Plans and implements patient care independently. Utilizes patient/family focus on cost containment. Demonstrates effective listening skills. Reduces barriers to facilitate communication. Utilizes effective conflict resolution skills. Individualizes care based upon the knowledge of the patient and the family. Recognizes needs and advocates for patient based on knowledge of condition.
    • Has awareness of one's own values and how they effect interactions and relationships. Recognizes that cultural differences need to be considered in developing patient and family relationships (focus on identifying cultural norms).
    • Identifies and implements a course of action in non-routine situations. May seek assistance to resolve complex issues. Respects and maintains confidential information. Accepts personal accountability for professional development and growth.
    • Participates within the unit to identify and address discipline specific issues and needs. Articulates application of Synergy model for care in clinical practice. Collects, reports, analyzes and provides data on an ongoing basis and as required by physician and/or interdisciplinary teams in accordance with organization standards.
    • Revises and evaluates effectiveness of patient care documentation. Uses interviews, surveys, focus groups and questionnaires to identify and resolves areas for improvement. Meets all Clinical Nurse I Employee Commitments. Achieves points and contact hours as defined in the PLAN (clinical lattice) point system to maintain position.
    • MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
    • Graduate of an accredited school of nursing 12 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 departments

    PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
    (Medium-Heavy 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.


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