Northeast Georgia Health System: Registered Nurse - Rn - Ccu

Company: Northeast Georgia Health System
Location: Gainesville
Posted on: September 2, 2020

Job Description:

Improving the health of our community in all we doNortheast Georgia Health System (NGHS) is a non-profit community health system on a mission of improving the health of our community in all we do. Our team cares for more than 1 million people across the region through four hospitals and a variety of outpatient locations. Northeast Georgia Medical Center (NGMC) has campuses in Gainesville, Braselton, Winder and Dahlonega – with a total of more than 700 beds and more than 1,100 medical staff members representing more than 50 specialties. NGHS also encompasses Northeast Georgia Physicians Group, a multi-specialty group with more than 65 locations, and The Heart Center of Northeast Georgia Medical Center, a cardiology practice with more than 15 locations.NGHSIf you are an energetic Registered Nurse who enjoys being part of a collaborative and talented team then a rewarding career with Northeast Georgia Health System is where you want to be!NGHS is currently seeking an experienced Registered Nurse for our CCU in Gainesville.This is a Full time Day shift positionNGHS prefers a capable clinician with previous specialty experience, focused on expanding knowledge and skills. Consistently provides effective direct care as part of the interdisciplinary team to a variety of complex patients. Seeks as well as provides feedback for improved clinical practice. Assumes a beginning clinical bedside leadership role and seeks mentoring in this process. Is a professional member of VOICE professional nursing shared governance providing feedback on issues being addressed at meetings. Participates as a member on VOICE councils and Nursing Quality Teamsas appropriate. Actively participates on Unit Council helping with plans to improve NDNQI nursing sensitive indicators, RN Satisfaction, Employee Engagement, Culture of Safety, and Patient Experience data. Works together with other care team members to recruit and retain an excellent nursing care team. Responsible for providing direct and safe patient care based on the nursing process, and for coordinating care for assigned patients on a shift to promote the achievement of clinical outcomes. Requires consultation with more experienced clinicians and accepts feedback as a constructive professional development tool.We're looking for someone who:Admits mistakes and shortcomingsCommunicates EffectivelyTakes InitiativeEmpatheticPromotes TeamworkAdapts to ChangeJob Specific & Unique Knowledge, Skills & AbilitiesDelivery of safe, effective, efficient care that meets population specific guidelines Actively works to make own and related team successful, effectively communicates with patients, families and colleagues at all levels, shows consideration and respect or others and fosters customer serviceEffectively prioritizes, recognizes problems, and utilizes evidence-based practice.Demonstrates personal mastery, leadership of self and others, as appropriate, delegates appropriately, and supports NGHS shared governance modelBasic computer skills necessary to operate computer systems used on unitEssential Tasks & ResponsibilitiesDemonstrate basic assessment skillsDemonstrates the 5 rights of medication administrationAccurately documents all aspects of the nursing process using the electronic medical record, as applicableUnderstands & complies with all DNV standardsAccesses and follows policiesProvides effective education appropriate for the learning needs of patient/familyDemonstrates appropriate customer service behaviorsPlans patient care based on assessmentDisplays basic prioritization and time management skillsDemonstrates the ability to rapidly recognize & anticipate changes in patient status and takes appropriate action while maintaining professional composureParticipates in the enhancement of the nursing profession and supporting the communityPhysical DemandsOccasionally lifting up to 100 lbsFrequent kneeling/stooping/bendingFrequent standing/walkingFrequent pushing/pullingFrequent intensive work, requires reading, writing, reasoning, & talkingNormal duties may involve contact or potential exposure to blood or other potentially infectious or hazardous materials. Appropriate personal protective equipment is to be used whenever potential existsMinimum Qualifications:Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.Associate Nursing degree.Licensed to practice as an RN in Georgia.One year of RN experience required.Preferred QualificationsBachelor of Science Nursing DegreeNational certification in clinical specialty, as eligibleMembership in a professional organization*New graduate RNs or those with less than one year of experience will be referred to the RN Residency Program.Since first opening its doors in Gainesville in 1951, Northeast Georgia Medical Center has added hospital campuses in Braselton, Barrow and Dahlonega – and become Georgia’s most awarded hospital. Some recognitions include being named to these lists:America’s 50 Best Hospitals – Healthgrades100 Top Hospitals – Truven Health Analytics100 Hospitals with Great Heart Programs – Beckers Hospital ReviewAmerica’s Top Quality Providers – CarechexAtlanta’s Top 150 Workplaces – Atlanta Journal-ConstitutionHealthcare’s Most Wired Hospitals and Health Systems – Hospitals & Health Networks magazineNGMC has also been recognized in recent years as Georgia’s #1 Hospital for overall hospital care, overall surgical care, heart care, orthopedic surgery, women’s care and more.

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