Overview

Are you ready to join a nursing unit that places an emphasis on teamwork while delivering specialized care to a neuroscience population? Look no further than 3G and its distinguished level-4 Epilepsy monitoring Unit (EMU). On 3G, you will hone your skills working with lumbar drains, EMU protocols, telemetry, tracheostomies, gastrostomy tubes, heparin drips, IV antibiotics, and antiepileptics.

* Number of Beds: 24 (11 of those beds are part of the EMU)

* Patient population/typical diagnoses: epilepsy, ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes, brain tumors, neuromuscular degenerative disorders, brain aneurysms, and non-epileptic seizures

* Targeted Nurse-to-Patient Ratio: 1:4

3G is the proud recipient of the Silver Beacon Award for Excellence and is an integral part of the hospital's Joint Commission Certified Comprehensive Stroke Program. Moreover, our EMU is the sole inpatient continuous video EEG monitoring program in Georgia. Come join our 3G team and give impactful care to our neuroscience patient population!

Description

JOB DESCRIPTION:

* 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.

* Adept at creative problem-solving, negotiating conflict, and collaborating with others.

* Demonstrates insight, judgment, and clinically sound risk-taking.

* 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.

* Is recognized as an expert clinician and a leader within their area of specialty.

* Completes employee conference, risk management and unit management reports within specified time frames.

* Identifies the need for revision and evaluates the effectiveness of operational forms.

* Provides and coordinates the resources needed within the unit to provide optimal patient outcomes.

* Role models time management skills through example.

* Ensures compliance and adherence with stated policies and procedures for the unit.

* 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.

* Considered an expert and is viewed as a formal leader.

* Mentors other Registered Nurses to the role and functions of Charge Nurse.

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.

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.