Organ Transplant / Clinical Nurse Specialist, Specialty
Overview:
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Description:
Do you want to be part of a surgical team that helps to give second chances to patients? Kidney, Pancreas and Liver Transplants do just that. On 6T you will be working with drains, chest tubes, surgical wounds, tracheotomies, hanging blood, IV antibiotics, Insulin, Heparin,
etc.- Number of beds: 48
- Patient Population/Typical Diagnosis: Pre/post-transplant care for Kidney/Pancreas and Liver Transplant patients with End Stage Kidney/Pancreas and Liver Disease
- Targeted Nurse-to-Patient Ratio: 1:3-4
6T is a winner of the Gold Beacon award and provides an advanced level of care. Join our interdisciplinary team and be a part of the journey.
The Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) is the clinical lead for a program or an area of defined nursing practice.- Provides leadership in order to integrate new knowledge and innovation within a specialty area.
- Utilizes specialized knowledge and skills within the three spheres of influence: patient/family, nurses, and the organization/system.
- Collaborates with the Nursing Director(s) to lead clinical practice and education on the unit, with in the division, and across the health system.
Accountable for designing, implementing, and measuring safe, cost effective, evidence-based care strategies.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must have a valid, active unencumbered Nursing license or temporary permit approved by the Georgia Licensing Board;
- Master's degree in nursing;
- Meets GA Board of Nursing requirements for CNS;
- Three years of clinical nursing experience as a Registered Nurse with at least two years of recent experience in the area of concentration. BLS and ACLS certifications required
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:
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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.