What are the responsibilities and job description for the Professional Nursing Career Opportunity position at Piedmont Eastside Medical Center?
Piedmont Eastside Medical Center is committed to making a positive difference in every life we touch. Our purpose and promise are reflected in our comprehensive transition-to-practice program for new graduate nurses, designed to facilitate your progress from student to professional nurse.
Program Overview
Our 12-month Nurse Residency program prepares you to provide high-quality patient care by teaching the knowledge, skills, and behaviors necessary to continuously improve quality and safety at the point of care.
- We will help you develop the clinical judgment needed to rapidly recognize changes in patients' conditions and the urgency of clinical situations.
- You will cultivate excellent communication skills, allowing you to engage with colleagues and support patients effectively.
- Cohort experiences will promote peer and professional socialization, strengthening your commitment to nursing.
- Didactic content tailored to new graduates from professional nursing organizations will enhance your expertise.
You'll have opportunities to work in various departments, including Acute Care, Critical Care, Emergency Dept, Women's Services, Cardiovascular/Progressive Care, Surgical Services, Transplant, and more.
Total Rewards
Piedmont offers a range of benefits that cater to your needs:
- Competitive and equitable compensation for all roles
- Total Wellness programs for you and your family, including Wellness Coaching App, Physician and Nursing Peer Coaching, Financial Wellness Planning and Education, Broad Employee Assistance Program services, PTO your way, Combined PTO days for greater flexibility, 100% paid Maternity Leave (requires return to work), Employer Paid Military Leave, Opportunity for PTO cash-in, Celebrate Diversity
- Benefits, such as Choice of Medical/Prescription Drug Plans, Dental and Vision, Adoption Assistance, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Healthcare and Dependent Day Care, Health Reimbursement Account, Fully paid long term disability, Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
A Stronger Georgia
Piedmont is deeply rooted in Georgia, and we're committed to strengthening our communities through award-winning care for patients and award-winning workplaces where our team members thrive.
Responsibilities
The staff nurse provides nursing care to patients from birth through the lifecycle, utilizing nursing processes to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care. He/she functions within the framework of the organization's policies and procedures, demonstrating professional growth and accountability.
The staff nurse is responsible for maintaining standards of practice, coordinating patient care activities of all assigned staff in the provision of quality nursing care. Required knowledge, skills, and abilities include Leadership Skills, Effective Communication Skills, Initiative, Independent Judgment, Ability to handle stressful environments.
