Charge RN Emergency Dept - Days, Sign on Bonus Available

Description :

Charge RN Emergency Dept - Days, Sign on Bonus Available up to $5,000

Piedmont Eastside Medical Center- Emergency Dept

We are looking for positive, self-motivated, engaged and excited for growth individuals to join our team

38 bed Emergency Department that sees on average 160 patients a day that present with various acuities.

We are a primary Stroke and Stemi receiving facility that is able to intervene and administer thrombolytics.

Two helicopter pads on campus for utilization

We have 5 PODs in our department, depending on acuity, is where the patient will be assigned

Behavioral Health Pod

We have Charge nurses, ED Flow Coordinators, Paramedics, ED Techs, PCTs, Mental Health Technicians and Unit Secretaries who work in close collaboration with the ED Providers to provide exceptional care

All staff members must have a BLS to work in this unit

JOB PURPOSE :

Coordinates the delivery of quality nursing care for patients from birth through the lifecycle, as well as operational issues during his / her shift. Provides clinical care as needed when census demands. Communicates patient care, departmental issues, and staff concerns to the appropriate leader(s). Serves as resource for guidance and assistance to the staff.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Coordinates delivery of quality nursing care to include facilitating patient flow in coordination with Bed Control, Patient Access, or Administrative Supervisor to include triage, admissions, discharges, and transfers.
• Monitors patient care delivery, to include appropriate implementation of protocol, administration of medications, and treatment modalities.
• Communicates patient flow / patient care issues to appropriate physician and / or clinical manager.
• Coordinates issues of diversion, as appropriate.
• Coordinates equitable distribution of staff assignments based on skill mix, staffing levels, patient diagnosis, volume, and acuity. Adjusts assignments as needed during the shift.
• Fairly and equitably administers departmental and hospital policies.
• Assists the clinical manager, as necessary, to ensure appropriate staffing levels and most efficient use of staffing plan.
• Monitors census and appropriately anticipates the need to assume clinical role as needed.
• Maintains a high level of clinical competency in administering nursing care to include accurate determination of patients acuity and Implements appropriate medical response to include use of protocols / policies / pathways.
• Promptly reports issues that cannot be resolved during the shift to clinical manager, with suggestions for resolution.
• Ensures that system issues involving other departments, that can cause decreased quality of care or productivity, are reported to the clinical manager.
• Promotes customer satisfaction by responding to service issues in a timely and effective manner.
• Serves as a resource and a role model for the nursing and ancillary staff on the assigned unit.

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.

Piedmont Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions about applicants and employees based on qualifications and performance, without regard to age, gender, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, genetic testing, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, or military service.

Experience the advantages of real career change

Join Piedmont to move your career in the right direction. Stay for the diverse teams youll love, a shared purpose, and schedule flexibility that frees you to live for what matters both in and outside of work. Youll feel valued, motivated to be your best, and recognized for your contributions to exceptional patient outcomes. Piedmont leaders are in your corner, invested in your success. Our wellness programs and comprehensive total benefits and rewards meet your needs today, and help you plan for the future.

As an RN, your dedication to holistic, patient-centered care in your community is deeply valued. Piedmont supports nurses with the compensation, work / life balance, and resources they deserve. Youll work in a positive, collaborative environment alongside dedicated team members, and use state-of-the-art technology that strengthens patient care and services. You may participate in clinical research that opens doors to working on the forefront of medical advances and changes patient lives. Apply today to make a positive difference in every life you touch.

Total Rewards that work for you :

Competitive and equitable compensation for all roles

Total Wellness programs for you and your family

o Wellness Coaching App 24 / 7 Live Coaching

o Physician and Nursing Peer Coaching

o Financial Wellness Planning and Education

o Broad Employee Assistance Program services

PTO your way

o Combined PTO days for greater flexibility

o 100% paid Maternity Leave (requires return to work)

o Employer Paid Military Leave

o Opportunity for PTO cash-in

o Celebrate Diversity Diversity, Inclusion and Equity Paid Holiday

Benefits

o Choice of Medical / Prescription Drug Plans

o Dental and Vision

o Adoption Assistance

o Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Healthcare and Dependent Day Care

o Health Reimbursement Account

o Fully paid long term disability

o Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment

Qualifications - External

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

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Qualifications :

MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED :

Graduate of a nursing program.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED :

One year of nursing experience in a hospital setting required.

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 :

Two or more years of nursing experience in a hospital setting preferred. Bachelor's degree preferred. Advanced certification in field of specialty, if applicable. Demonstrated clinical competency.