RN Specialty CVOR at Wellstar Health Systems in Marietta, Georgia

Job Description:

Overview

The RN Specialty CVOR is a proactive member of an interdisciplinary team of licensed and unlicensed care givers who ensure that patients, families and significant others receive individualized high quality, safe patient care. It is expected that all RN Clinical Nurses - are licensed, knowledgeable and uphold the practice of nursing as outlined by the Georgia Professional Nurse Practice Act and implements the Scope of Practice and Code of Ethics Standards put forth by the American Nurses Association.

• Schedule:Full Time
• Shift: Day Shift
• Level: 6+ years of experience
  

Success Profile
Find out what it takes to succeed as a RN Specialty CVOR:

• Collaborative
• Time Efficient
• Organized
• Critical Thinker
• Attention to Detail
• Compassionate

Benefits that Reflect Your Contributions

• Your Pay
  A compensation program designed for fair and equitable pay.
  
• Your Future
  Secure your future with plans that also include an employer match. Plans and guidance for the future.
  
• Your Wellness
  Traditional healthcare benefits combined with progressive wellness programs to help you be your best self!.
  
• Your Joy
  Special and unique benefits and programs ensuring a balanced life and a workplace culture built on trust.
  

Job Details


Facility: Kennestone Hospital




Job Summary:

Functions under the direction of the Department Manager and Clinical Coordinator. The Cardiovascular OR Specialty Nurse is responsible for implementing the nursing process based on expanded knowledge and experience. The nurse is responsible for providing patient care that is age appropriate, and addresses the biological, emotional, developmental, psychosocial and educational needs of the patient and family/support system. The Cardiovascular OR Specialty Nurse is responsible for delivering patient care in complex, multiple problem, urgent, emergent and life saving situations. In addition, this nurse coordinates surgical suite activities, prioritizes and directs surgical team in emergent situations with ease. She participates and coordinates staff development and professional self-development. This nurse is a role model and team leader who assists others in performing their responsibilities of patient care and organization support and is self-directed. Functions in a full time position as a circulator or surgical tech during peak surgery hours. Weekday, weekend and holiday call required. Some charge nurse responsibilities may be required.

Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

Coordinates delivery of perioperative patient care Maintains a high level of patient safety. Collaborates with health care team members in planning patient care. Maintains CPR certification. Assumes responsibility for other duties as assigned. Provides age appropriate patient care. Promotes team spirit and positive work environment. Provides supportive environment for students and staff. Serves as professional role model. Liaison between physicians, patients, families, and staff. Supports fiscal accountability (cost containment) for human and material resources. Supports performance improvement initiatives designed to promote quality care. Documents patient care legibly, accurately and in accordance with site/department guidelines. Promotes shared governance and evidence based practice. Functions independently within a broad range of surgical specialties. Maintains 12 contact hours per year. Manages assigned surgical specialty for flow and cost containment. Strives to make the WellStar Standards of Gold part of daily work activity. Peer evaluation may be required.

Required Minimum Education:

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited school of nursing Required

Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s):

Reg Nurse (Single State) 1.00 Upon Hire Required RN - Multi-state Compact 1.00 Upon Hire Required Basic Life Support 2.00 Upon Hire Required BLS - Instructor 2.00 Upon Hire Required BLS - Provisional 2.00 Upon Hire Required Advanced Cardiac Life Support 3.00 Upon Hire Required ACLS - Instructor 3.00 Upon Hire Required ACLS - Provisional 3.00 Upon Hire Required Pediatric Adv Life Support 4.00 Preferred PALS - Instructor 4.00 Preferred PALS - Provisional 4.00 Preferred

Additional Licenses and Certifications:




Required Minimum Experience:

At least a year of Cardiovascular OR experience, to include CVOR Residents Preferred Healthcare Experience Preferred or Sufficient experience in a cardiovascular specialty to function in the team leader role and to serve as a resource to peers Preferred and Demonstrates excellent skills in circulating role Preferred and Dual role of srub and circulating Preferred

Required Minimum Skills:

A thorough knowledge of new trends and techniques in Cardiovascular surgery. Ability to multi-task using critical thinking skills anticipates surgeon's as well as surgical teams needs. Capable of prioritizing appropriate patient care in emergency situations. Current CPR certification and participates in annual safety and infection control programs. Emergency call coverage is required for weekdays, weekends and holidays. Attendance and punctuality must be commendable. Must be able to effectively communicate and understand verbal and written English language. Must be able to communicate effectively in a clear, courteous, professional and tactful manner especially in stressful situations. Demonstrates excellent organizational skills. Basic keyboarding skills required. Flexible in hours and work shifts due to need of continued patient care. Must be available for call on weekdays, weekends and holidays.



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Mission, Vision & Values
At a time when the healthcare industry is changing rapidly, Wellstar remains committed to exceeding patients' and team members' expectations, while transforming healthcare delivery.



Our Mission
To enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve.



Our Vision
Deliver worldclass health care to every person, every time.



Our Values

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  We serve with compassion
  
  
  
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  We pursue excellence
  
  
  
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  We honor every voice
  
  
  

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