154990
ICU Coordinator / Nutritional Support / RN
Division Emory Univ Hospital Campus Location Atlanta, GA, 30322
Campus Location
US-GA-Atlanta Department EUH Centralized Clinical Suppt Job Type Regular Full-Time Job Number 154990 Job Category Nursing Schedule 7a-7:30p Standard Hours 36 Hours Hourly Minimum USD $46.31/Hr. Hourly Midpoint USD $53.68/Hr.
Overview
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Description
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced ICU Nurse to join our nutritional support team as Coordinator, Nutritional Support. In this role, you will work with acutely, chronically, and critically ill patients who require specialized nutritional care — including enteral and parenteral therapy — and help coordinate and manage nutritional support services across our care settings.
Key Responsibilities:
Assesses chronically, acutely and critically ill patients who have some degree of malnutrition.
Participates in planning and implementing nutritional support therapies, tube feedings and the intravenous administration of nutrients.
Oversees nursing care of patients receiving parenteral and enteral nutritional support and ensures adherence to nutritional support guidelines.
Monitors patient response to therapy and evaluates the effectiveness of the nutritional support care plans.
Serves as a resource person to physicians, nurses, patients and family members.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
A bachelor's degree in nursing.
Two years of experience as a Registered Nurse, of which one year must be in IV therapy and one year in an intensive care unit.
Must have a valid, active unencumbered Nursing license or temporary permit approved by the Georgia Licensing Board.
JOIN OUR TEAM TODAY! Emory Healthcare (EHC), part of Emory University (EUV), is the most comprehensive academic health system in Georgia and the first and only in Georgia with a Magnet® designated ambulatory practice. We are made up of 11 hospitals-4 Magnet® designated, the Emory Clinic, and more than 425 provider locations. 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
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 Healthcare’s Human Resources at careers@emoryhealthcare.org. Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.
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.
