RN IMCU/ICU FT Days or Nights Up to $15K Sign on Bonus, Piedmont Rockdale Hospital

Description:

Piedmont Rockdale Hospital

Intensive Care & Intermediate Care Unit Profile

Interested in working for a smaller hospital with a family feel? Come join our talented, diverse team that exemplifies teamwork and champions patient centered care. We know you have a busy life and here at Piedmont Rockdale Hospital we will work closely with you to get the best schedule to fit your needs. We are looking for competent and caring staff to join our winning team.

Our Purpose: To make a positive difference in every life we touch

Our Vision: We are transforming health care, creating a destination known for the best clinicians and a one-of-a-kind experience that always puts patients first

Our Values: champion patient centered care, exemplify teamwork and connections, be an owner, and embrace the future

The intensive care unit at Piedmont Rockdale;

Bedside shift report during nurse and pct handoff 6:45a/p

Hourly, purposeful rounding using A.I.D.E.T

Compliance with our quality initiatives

Multidisciplinary rounding

Nurse patient ratios of 2:1 ICU / 4:1 IMCU

Charge nurse with limited patient load to facilitate daily operations

No call requirements

Self scheduling through Smart Square

Intensive Care Unit (ICU) 18 beds

Patient population consist of chest pain, CHF, renal disease, DKA, digestive disease, pulmonary disease and standard critical care patients. Nursing competency includes BLS, ACLS, NIHSS certification, CRRT, and ICU nursing care.

Intermediate Care Unit (IMCU) 21 beds

Patient population consist of chest pain, CHF, renal disease, DKA, digestive disease, pulmonary disease and general intermediate care patients. Nursing competency includes BLS, ACLS, NIHSS certification, and general knowledge of intermediate nursing care.

All units provide services to a robust patient population with many opportunities to expand your professional practice and experience. You will grow your skills and have many opportunities to enroll in education that offers CEUs. We offer our nurses many opportunities to get involved via the shared governance council, unit-based councils, and a plethora of committees so your voice is always heard. Our practice and service to our community aligns with the Piedmont Promise.

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.

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

Bachelors degree preferred

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

Nursing Experience in Hospital Setting Preferred

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, 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.

For additional competency requirements specific to each nursing unit, refer to the Initial Competency Assessment, Unit Specific Initial Competencies and Annual Passport.

ADDENDUM ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR SPECIALTY AREAS:

All Nursing Disciplines

Collects pertinent data and information relative to the healthcare consumers health or the situation

Analyzes the assessment data to determine actual or potential diagnoses, problems, and issues

Identifies expected outcomes for a plan individualized to the healthcare consumer or the situation

Develops a plan that prescribes strategies to attain expected, measureable outcomes

Implements the identified plan of care

Coordinates care delivery

Employs strategies to promote health and a safe environment

Evaluates progress toward attainment of goals and outcomes

Practices ethically

Practices in a manner that is congruent with current diversity and inclusion principles

Communicates effectively in all areas of practice

Collaborates with healthcare consumer and other key stakeholders in the conduct of nursing practice

Leads within the professional practice setting and the profession

Seeks knowledge and competence that reflects current nursing practice and promotes futuristic thinking

Integrates evidence and research findings into practice

Contributes to quality nursing practice

Evaluates ones own and others nursing practice

Utilizes appropriate resources to plan, provide, and sustain evidence-based nursing services that are safe, effective, and fiscally responsible

Practices in an environmentally safe and healthy manner

Critical Care:

Additional Required Certifications:

ACLS Certification - (Nurse Residents or nurses new to specialty will complete applicable certifications within 6 months of start date)