Charge Nurse - CCU, Nights

Description :

Piedmont Eastside, Full

time Nights

This 18-bed cardiac

unit specializes in the care of both cardiac and vascular patients.

The typical patient population found in the CCU includes but is not

limited to patient's with diagnosis of chest pain, cardiac

dysrhythmias, CHF exacerbation, hypertensive emergency, pulmonary

embolism and / or DVT, and patient's that have had AAA repair and

carotid endarterectomy. Our unit is an intermediate / step down unit.

The nurse to patient ratio is typically 1 : 4 when caring for these

patients. Our nursing staff work closely with both our cardiology

and vascular teams to ensure exceptional care for our patients. If

you are interested in working with a knowledgeable and close-knit

group of healthcare professionals, then the Cardiac Care Unit is

the place for you!

RESPONSIBLE

FOR :

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.

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.