Cardiac Registered Nurse (RN) – Heart & Vascular Talent Pool

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Description

Were seeking experienced and compassionate Heart & Vascular Registered Nurses to join our growing talent pool at Emory University Hospital (EUH) home to some of the regions most advanced cardiac vascular and cardiothoracic care programs. By applying once youll be considered for RN opportunities across multiple high-acuity units within EUHs nationally recognized Heart & Vascular Center.

As an RN Clinician you will apply advanced clinical knowledge to deliver personalized patient- and family-centered care using the AACN Synergy Model for Patient Care. Youll work with complex cardiovascular and surgical patient populations while collaborating with expert interdisciplinary teams in award-winning specialty units.

Heart & Vascular Units Represented in This Talent Pool (EUH)

4G Cardiology Step-Down Unit (24 beds Beacon Gold Award)

4G provides specialized care for patients with advanced and complex cardiac conditions. Nurses manage :

Advanced heart failure cardiomyopathy acute coronary syndromes dysrhythmias and valvular disease

LVADs congenital heart disease and pre- / postcardiac catheterization electrophysiology and structural heart procedures

Telemetry IV therapy blood administration oxygen therapy pain management sheath removal and radial hemostasis

Target nurse-to-patient ratio : 1 : 4

4G is the first step-down unit in Georgia to earn a Gold Beacon Award for nursing excellence.

4B-N Heart & Vascular Moderate Care / Observation (12 beds)

4B-N provides flexible support across the entire Heart & Vascular service line at EUH including CICU CVICU 6E 8E and 4G. Nurses care for :

Critical care patients awaiting placement in heart / vascular ICUs or step-down units

Same-day cardiovascular procedural patients requiring extended monitoring

This environment is ideal for developing strong organizational critical thinking and critical care assessment skills across a broad range of diagnoses and procedures.

6E Cardiovascular Surgical Unit (24 beds Magnet Exemplar)

6E cares for patients recovering from major cardiac and thoracic surgeries including :

Heart transplantation

CABG procedures valve replacements / repairs

Thoracic aneurysm repairs congenital heart defect repairs

Ventricular assist devices (VADs)

Nurses manage chest tubes surgical wounds blood transfusions pacing wires tracheostomies inotropes anti-arrhythmic infusions and LVADs.

Target nurse-to-patient ratio : 1 : 34

6E was recognized during ANCC Magnet recertification as an Exemplar for its exceptional interprofessional collaboration and daily interdisciplinary rounds.

8E Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgery Step-Down

(with 6B Rollins Concierge Medical-Surgical Unit)

8E (24 beds) cares for a wide range of cardiothoracic and vascular patients including :

Lung transplant recipients and complex pulmonary conditions

Esophageal and gastric obstructions or perforations

Thoracic and abdominal aortic aneurysm repairs

Pulmonary hypertension and postcardiac valve surgeries

Peripheral arterial disease

Nurses regularly manage telemetry chest tubes epidurals PCAs tracheostomies various cardiac drips and pulmonary hypertension therapies.

6B Rollins (6 beds) provides a concierge medical-surgical experience with upgraded rooms and amenities such as access to a personal chef.

Target nurse-to-patient ratios :

8E : 1 : 34

6B : 1 : 2

8E has achieved Patient Excellence scores above the 90th percentile for four consecutive years and is a Beacon Awardwinning unit .

7E Complex Medical & Cardiac Unit (23 beds PRISM Award)

7E cares for high-acuity medical and cardiac patients including :

Advanced heart failure LVADs pacemaker placements

Pre- / post-interventional cardiology patients

COPD GI bleeding pneumonia UTIs electrolyte disorders

Liver and kidney diseases

Nurses also manage insulin drips tracheostomies chest tubes peritoneal dialysis IV antibiotics and complex pain management.

Target nurse-to-patient ratio : 1 : 4

7E is a PRISM Awardwinning unit recognized for excellence in collaboration outcomes and participation in innovative clinical trials .

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

OR Graduate of an accredited ADN program with a minimum of 2 years of recent nursing experience

Exceptions :

Required License :

Certifications :

By applying to this position you are expressing interest in joining the Cardiac Registered Nurse (RN) Heart & Vascular Talent Pool at Emory Healthcare. This application is not for a specific opening but rather to be considered for Cardiac RN opportunities at Emory University Hospital. If you meet the minimum qualifications one of our Talent Acquisition Partners will reach out to learn more about your experience and discuss current positions that align with your background and career goals.

Additional Details

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 environmental 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.

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 Healthcares Human Resources at . Please note that one weeks advance notice is preferred.

Key Skills

EMR Systems,Hospital Experience,Acute Care,ICU Experience,Hospice Care,Workers' Compensation Law,Home Care,Nursing,Catheterization,Critical Care Experience,Medication Administration,Tube Feeding

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1