RN, (Cancer Care - Willing to Train!) Neuro/Melanoma/Sarcoma, 7a-7:30p or 7p-7:30a available!
Company: Emory Healthcare
Location: Atlanta
Posted on: April 16, 2024
Job Description:
Overview
Winship is growing with a new 17-story facility, Winship Cancer
Institute at Emory Midtown, opening in 2023. We're seeking
enthusiastic health care professionals now for available roles in
multiple areas. Join us!
The new Winship at Emory Midtown facility, comprising 17 stories
and more than 450,000 square feet, is being built around a
patient's needs and comfort, bringing all the necessary doctors,
staff and services to the patient so the patient does not need to
switch locations during their visit. The care communities will
focus on patients with specific types of cancer, providing
specialized infusion facilities, clinical examination rooms,
clinical research, and spaces for support and rehabilitation
services.
Heart. Soul. Expertise. That's what defines an Emory nurse. No
matter where you are in your nursing career, when you chose this
distinguished profession, you chose to change lives. We are proud
to be the only health system in Georgia with four Magnet-recognized
hospitals: Emory Johns Creek Hospital, Emory Saint Joseph's
Hospital, Emory University Hospital, Emory University Orthopaedics
& Spine Hospital.
Our nurses are integral members of inter-professional teams in
hospitals and clinics that are committed to outstanding patient
care. We're eager to share what we learn with hospitals around the
country, and the world. We've got the backing, knowledge,
experience and permission to lead the way in developing new and
better approaches to preventing and treating disease, and our
patients get treatments years before anyone else.
Description
JOB DESCRIPTION:
- Capable clinician who has acquired broad experience in caring
for patients, and has developed a sound understanding about the
care of a particular patient population. Routinely uses acquired
knowledge, theory, research and experience to respond to changes in
clinical situations.
- Is able to apply the Synergy Model for Care in practice, and
use this knowledge to personalize care for each patient/family.
Serves as a resource to colleagues and strong advocate for
patients/families. Consistently communicates effectively and
respectfully with the patient, the patient's family, and other
members of the healthcare team.
- Delivers safe, dependable and effective care to a patient
population independently utilizing the nursing process.
Demonstrates developed assessment skills. Recognizes the impact of
nursing care on patient outcomes. Continues to recognize own
performance limitations, but requires minimal assistance. Documents
the nursing process accurately and in the appropriate format (e.g.
computer, clinical pathway, chart).
- Plans and implements patient care independently. Utilizes
patient/family input and goals in planning plan of care. Evaluates
patient's response to planned care and adjusts plan of care as
appropriate. Identifies patient and family learning needs and makes
recommendations to resources regarding those needs. Incorporates
AACN Synergy Model into clinical practice.
- Manages time effectively. Identifies the need to revise
policies and procedures for a patient population based on
receipt/review of evidence-based research. Delegates appropriately
utilizing the Synergy model of care. Recognizes the roles of the
interdisciplinary team, patient and family care partners and
utilizes them appropriately as resources in planning patient care.
Functions in a developing leadership role.
- Functions as Charge Nurse when assigned. Orients staff or
students as assigned in absence of designated preceptor. Utilizes
resources in a responsible manner with a focus on cost containment.
Demonstrates effective listening skills.
- Reduces barriers to facilitate communication. Utilizes
effective conflict resolution skills. Individualizes care based
upon the knowledge of the patient and the family. Recognizes needs
and advocates for patient based on knowledge of condition. Has
awareness of one's own values and how they effect interactions and
relationships.
- Recognizes that cultural differences need to be considered in
developing patient and family relationships (focus on identifying
cultural norms). Identifies and implements a course of action in
non-routine situations. May seek assistance to resolve complex
issues.
- Respects and maintains confidential information. Accepts
personal accountability for professional development and growth.
Participates within the unit to identify and address discipline
specific issues and needs. Articulates application of Synergy model
for care in clinical practice.
- Collects, reports, analyzes and provides data on an ongoing
basis and as required by physician and/or interdisciplinary teams
in accordance with organization standards.
- Revises and evaluates effectiveness of patient care
documentation. Uses interviews, surveys, focus groups and
questionnaires to identify and resolves areas for improvement.
Meets all Clinical Nurse I Employee Commitments. Achieves points
and contact hours as defined in the PLAN (clinical lattice) point
system to maintain position. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing 12 months of recent
nursing experience within the past five years. All nurses employed
in roles requiring an unencumbered nursing license must have a
valid, active license or temporary permit approved by the Georgia
Licensing Board. BLS certification required and ACLS may be
required in designated departments 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.
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