RN Surgical ICU at Emory Healthcare in Atlanta, Georgia

Job Description:

 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, and chart).

• Plans and implements patient care independently.

• Utilizes patient/family input and goals in planning plan of care.

• Evaluates patient's response to planned care and adjusts plan of care as appropriate.

• Identifies patient and family learning needs and makes recommendations to resources regarding those needs.

• Incorporates AACN Synergy Model into clinical practice.

• Manages time effectively. Identifies the need to revise policies and procedures for a patient population based on receipt/review of evidence-based research.

• Delegates appropriately utilizing the Synergy model of care.

• Recognizes the roles of the interdisciplinary team, patient and family care partners and utilizes them appropriately as resources in planning patient care.

• Functions in a developing leadership role. Functions as Charge Nurse when assigned.

• Orients staff or students as assigned in absence of designated preceptor.

• Utilizes resources in a responsible manner with a 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 affect 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 or recent completion of a re-entry nursing program.

• 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.

COMP RANGE:

$33 - $48/hr DOE Base Pay

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.

COMPENSATION:

$42-$68/hr DOE

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