RN - Cardiac Care Unit, PT
Listed on 2026-02-07
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Nursing
RN Nurse, Healthcare Nursing
This 18-bed cardiac unit specializes in the care of both cardiac and vascular patients. The typical patient population found in the CCU includes but is not limited to patients with a diagnosis of chest pain, cardiac dysrhythmias, CHF exacerbation, hypertensive emergency, pulmonary embolism and/or DVT, and patients that have had AAA repair and carotid endarterectomy. Our unit is an intermediate/step down unit.
The nurse to patient ratio is typically 1:4 when caring for these patients. Our nursing staff work closely with both our cardiology and vascular teams to ensure exceptional care for our patients.
If you are interested in working with a knowledgeable and close-knit group of healthcare professionals, then the Cardiac Care Unit is the place for you!
Join Piedmont to move your career in the right direction. Stay for the diverse teams you’ll love, a shared purpose, and schedule flexibility that frees you to live for what matters both in and outside of work. You’ll feel valued, motivated to be your best, and recognized for your contributions to exceptional patient outcomes. Piedmont leaders are in your corner, invested in your success.
Our wellness programs and comprehensive total benefits and rewards meet your needs today, and help you plan for the future.
- Competitive and equitable compensation for all roles
- Total Wellness programs for you and your family
- Wellness Coaching App 24/7 Live Coaching
- Physician and Nursing Peer Coaching
- Financial Wellness Planning and Education
- Broad Employee Assistance Program services
- 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 Diversity, Inclusion and Equity Paid Holiday
- 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
- 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
RESPONSIBLE FOR:
The staff nurse provides nursing care to patients from birth through the lifecycle utilizing nursing processes to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate the care for patients. He/she functions within the framework of the policies and procedures of the organization and demonstrates 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.
QualificationsMINIMUM
EDUCATION REQUIRED:
Graduate of a nursing program.
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE
REQUIRED:
New Graduates of a nursing program eligible.
MINIMUM LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED BY LAW: Current License in the State of Georgia as a Registered Nurse or NLC/eNLC Multistate License. BLS certification required.
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: For PRN positions:
One year of nursing experience in a hospital setting is required. Bachelor's degree preferred. Advanced certification in field of specialty, if applicable (see addendum). Nursing Experience in Hospital Setting Preferred.
Company Name:
Eastside Medical Center
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