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Emory Healthcare/Emory University Neuro ICU Unit Charge Nurse / RN in Atlanta, Georgia
Overview
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Description
Neuro ICU Unit Charge Nurse / RN
6:30a-7p / Full Time / 36 Hours per week
Emory University Hospital
Are you eager to be a part of a nationally acclaimed neurology and neurosurgical team? Join us in the Neurosciences ICU where you’ll hone your skills working with ICP monitors, arterial lines, central lines, ventilators, tracheostomies, gastrostomy tubes, CRRT, VAD, temperature management, multiple drip titrations, etc.
Number of Beds: 40 ICU Rooms and 2 Acute Stroke Resuscitation Rooms
Patient Population/Typical Diagnoses: Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Ischemic Strokes, Hemorrhagic Strokes, Autoimmune Diseases, Epilepsy, Brain Tumors, and Meningitis
Targeted Nurse-to-Patient Ratio: 1:2
The Neuro ICU is a 3-time recipient of the Silver Beacon Award for Excellence and consistently ranks in the top 10% for patient satisfaction annually. Our nursing team doesn't just deliver outstanding care; we actively engage in cutting-edge research alongside our providers. Come join our Neuro ICU team and be a part of the journey!
Plans, coordinates and directs the daily operations of a specific shift on a clinical unit.
Supervises staff and facilitates communication with physicians and internal administrators to provide optimal patient and family-centered care.
Is recognized as a change agent and routinely leads efforts to strengthen organizational systems that support the mission, vision, and values of the department.
Role models expert communication skills to colleagues through example.
Demonstrates foresight regarding the impact of nursing care on patient outcomes based on intuition and experience.
Remains informed of innovative clinical trends through bench marking and evidence based practice.
Functions as charge nurse.
Role models delegation skills to colleagues and assist them in effective delegation utilizing the Synergy model for care.
Takes appropriate action to address customer concerns and complaints (i.e., appropriate follow-up with Unit Director and risk management).
Addresses escalated patient issues and refers issues to Unit Director or Patient Advocate when unable to resolve.
Develops management/ leadership focused in-service (e.g., time management, team building, conflict resolution, budget, leadership activities).
Demonstrates current evidence-based practice and disseminates information.
Ensures compliance with educational requirements through scheduling, planning, and support.
Questions management practice as it relates to research.
Completes performance reviews with Unit Director input as appropriate.
Incorporates Synergy model for care in nurse/patient assignments.
Must meet 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:
Minimum of Bachelor's degree in Nursing.
Two years experience as an RN with a minimum of two years of experience in the area of concentration.
Must have a valid, active unencumbered Nursing license or temporary permit approved by the Georgia Licensing Board.
Certification preferred. BLS required and ACLS may be required in designated departments.
If promoted internally or hired externally, the incumbent must complete UCN/SNM criteria requirements within nine months of promotion or hire, including completion of Enhancing your Communication HLC#6488, completion of formal preceptor training workshop and enrollment in LEAP course.
JOIN OUR TEAM TODAY! Emory Healthcare (EHC), part of Emory University (EUV), is the most comprehensive academic health system in Georgia and the first and only in Georgia with a Magnet® designated ambulatory practice. We are made up of 11 hospitals-4 Magnet® designated, the Emory Clinic, and more than 425 provider locations. The Emory Healthcare Network,establishedin 2011, is the largest clinically integrated network in Georgia, with more than 3,450 physicians concentrating in 70 different subspecialties.
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PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: (Medium-Heavy) 36-75 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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Division Emory Univ Hospital
Campus Location Atlanta, GA, 30322
Campus Location US-GA-Atlanta
Department EUH Neuro ICU 2D/2GI South
Job Type Regular Full-Time
Job Number 138268
Job Category Nursing
Schedule 6:30a-7p
Standard Hours 36 Hours
Hourly Minimum USD $48.25/Hr.
Hourly Midpoint USD $55.55/Hr.
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