RN - MedSurg, Oncology

Description : Department : Med Surg Oncology Location : Piedmont Atlanta Hospital Schedule : Day Shift 3 12's (7am - 7pm) Competitive Sign on bonus offered Its Time to Get Better and grow at Piedmont! With our cutting-edge approach, Piedmont Atlanta is a leader in quality and patient satisfaction. Our Acute Care team spans several units with admission sources from the Emergency Department, PACU, ICUs and direct admissions. Med Surg Oncology (2 North) : The patient population includes oncology, gynecological oncology, bariatric services, medical disorders, womens services (including breast surgery), perinatal loss, post-partum readmissions and hospice patients transitioning to the end stage of life. Chemotherapy administration is an important component of the unit and is administered by chemotherapy certified RNs. Chemotherapy certification is required 8-12 months post hire. 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. Qualifications : 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 : Advanced certification in field of specialty, if applicable. Bachelor's degree preferred. Nursing Experience in Hospital Setting Preferred.