Medical Surgical / Unit Nurse Educator / RN

Overview

Be inspired. Be rewarded. Belong. At Emory Healthcare. Benefits include comprehensive health benefits starting day one, student loan repayment assistance, family-focused benefits, wellness incentives, and ongoing mentorship and leadership programs.

Description

Are you passionate about making a difference in the field of general medicine? Look no further! On 6G, our staff are recognized as experts in the broadest of specialties – general medicine. Working on 6G, you will hone your skills working with peritoneal dialysis, accessing ports, and administering chemotherapy.

Number of Beds

24

Patient Populations/Typical Diagnoses

cystic fibrosis, arrythmias, immunocompromised patients, kidney failure, infections, paralysis, diabetes, heart failure, hypertension, and stroke

Targeted Nurse-to-Patient Ratio

1:4

On 6G, We Foster

• A compassionate and highly collaborative environment
• Empowers nurses to reach new heights in their careers
• Enables you to be what you want to be

Key Responsibilities

• Serves as a resource person to physicians, nurses, patients, and family members
• Applies principles of adult learning to plan and conduct educational sessions to promote staff development, student competence, and positive patient/family outcomes
• Role models expert communication skills to colleagues through example
• Demonstrates foresight regarding the impact of nursing care on patient outcomes based on intuition and experience
• Is recognized as an expert clinician and a leader within their area of specialty
• Completes employee conference, risk management and unit management reports within specified time frames
• Identifies the need for revision and evaluates the effectiveness of operational forms
• Provides and coordinates the resources needed within the unit to provide optimal patient outcomes
• Role models time management skills through example
• Ensures compliance and adherence with stated policies and procedures for the unit

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited prelicensure Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• 2 years of recent nursing experience AND a minimum of 2 years of experience in the area of concentration
• Licensure: A valid, unencumbered Registered Nursing License approved by the Georgia Board of Nursing
• Certification: BLS certification ACLS may be required for certain departments, post hire
• Additional certifications may be required based on department and specialty
• Must complete UNE criteria requirements within nine (9) months of promotion or hire, including completion of Enhancing your Communication HLC#6488
• PLAN: Meets all Clinical Nurse I Employee Commitments
• Completion of VIP or EBP Project
• Achieves points/electives and contact hours as defined in the PLAN (clinical lattice) point system to maintain position
• Completion of formal preceptor training workshop

Preferred Qualifications / Education

• MSN or DNP Certification: Nursing certification preferred

Join Our Team Today!

Emory Healthcare (EHC), part of Emory University (EUV), is the most comprehensive academic health system in Georgia and the first and only in Georgia with a Magnet® designated ambulatory practice. We are made up of 11 hospitals-4 Magnet® designated, the Emory Clinic, and more than 425 provider locations. The Emory Healthcare Network, established in 2011, is the largest clinically integrated network in Georgia, with more than 3,450 physicians concentrating in 70 different subspecialties.

Additional Details

• Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.
• Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at careers@emoryhealthcare.org.
• Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.

Physical Requirements

• 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)

Environmental Factors

• Blood-borne pathogen exposure
• Bio-hazardous waste
• Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors
• Communicable diseases
• Electrical shock
• Latex
• Lighting
• Patient care/handling injuries
• Radiation
• Shift work
• Travel may be required
• Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators