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RN - ICU, Nights

Piedmont Careers

Snellville, Georgia

Eligibility
Sign-on bonus

Posted Sep 9 · New grads welcomed

Shift and hours
Nights Full Time Nights
Unit and setting
Piedmont Eastside ICU · Hospital provides high quality care to critically ill adult patients with varying critical conditionscritically ill adults
License
RN license Current License in the State of Georgia as a Registered Nurse or NLC/eNLC Multistate License.Georgia RN license or NLC/eNLC multistate license
Term
Per Diem Full Time NightsFull time

Do you qualify?

New grads
Welcomed MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: New Graduates of a nursing program eligible
License
Georgia RN license or NLC/eNLC multistate license Current License in the State of Georgia as a Registered Nurse or NLC/eNLC Multistate License. Check your license
Certification
BLS certification BLS certification required.
Education
Graduate of a nursing program
Experience
New graduates eligible New Graduates of a nursing program eligible

Preferred

Certification
Advanced specialty certification Advanced certification in field of specialty, if applicable (see addendum)
Education
Bachelor's degree Bachelor's degree preferred
Experience
Hospital nursing experience Nursing Experience in Hospital Setting Preferred
Your six-month RN application plan

Start about six months before graduation. Some programs open earlier; use each employer’s application dates. See program calendars.

  1. 6 months before

    Shortlist units

    Check application windows. Gather clinical experience, references and your expected graduation date.

    Find residencies
  2. 4–6 months before

    Apply as windows open

    Apply before graduation when the program allows it. Keep the cohort date and license deadline with each application.

    Explore new grad jobs
  3. 2–3 months before

    Meet the unit manager

    Ask about overtime, a shadow shift, preceptor continuity and the schedule after orientation.

    Prepare your questions
  4. Around graduation

    Confirm your start

    Coordinate NCLEX, the required license and your start date. Get relocation and repayment terms in writing.

    Plan your license

What it pays

Sign-on bonus
$10,000
Bonus
Sign-on bonus up to $10,000 Sign on Bonus Available up to $10,000

Benefits

  • BenefitsCompetitive, equitable compensation for all rolesCompetitive and equitable compensation for all roles
  • BenefitsWellness programs for you and your familyTotal Wellness programs for you and your family
  • Benefits24/7 live wellness coaching appWellness Coaching App - 24/7 Live Coaching
  • BenefitsPhysician and nursing peer coachingPhysician and Nursing Peer Coaching
  • BenefitsFinancial wellness planning and educationFinancial Wellness Planning and Education
  • BenefitsBroad employee assistance program servicesBroad Employee Assistance Program services
More benefits (17)
  • BenefitsCombined PTO daysCombined PTO days for greater flexibility
  • Benefits100% paid maternity leave, requires return to work100% paid Maternity Leave (requires return to work)
  • BenefitsEmployer-paid military leaveEmployer Paid Military Leave
  • BenefitsPTO cash-in opportunityOpportunity for PTO cash-in
  • BenefitsPaid diversity, inclusion and equity holidayCelebrate Diversity - Diversity, Inclusion and Equity Paid Holiday
  • BenefitsChoice of medical and prescription drug plansChoice of Medical/Prescription Drug Plans
  • BenefitsDental and visionDental and Vision
  • BenefitsAdoption assistanceAdoption Assistance
  • BenefitsFlexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent day careFlexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Healthcare and Dependent Day Care
  • BenefitsHealth reimbursement accountHealth Reimbursement Account
  • BenefitsFully paid long-term disabilityFully paid long term disability
  • BenefitsBasic life and accidental death & dismembermentBasic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
  • Choice of Medical/Prescription Drug Plans
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Healthcare and Dependent Day Care
  • Fully paid long term disability
  • Total Wellness programs
  • Opportunity for PTO cash-in

The role and schedule

Charge
Charge shifts are part of the role
Day to day
neurosurgical patients with EVD and lumbar drains neurosurgical patients requiring EVD and lumbar drain management
Day to day
cardiac patients on IABP or Impella cardiac patients requiring IABP or Impella support
Day to day
patients with multiorgan failure on CRRT patients with multiorgan dysfunction or failure requiring CRRT
Day to day
post-cardiac arrest and STEMI patients STEMI and post cardiac arrest patients
Day to day
targeted temperature management patients patients requiring targeted temperature management
Day to day
oversee ancillary and support staff Oversees activities of ancillary and support team members.
Day to day
optional clinical research participation You may participate in clinical research that opens doors to working on the forefront of medical advances and changes patient lives.
Unit size
24-bed mixed ICU This 24- bed mixed unit utilizes evidence based best practices
Hours stated
Full Time Nights
Details
310-bed multi-campus hospital Piedmont Eastside Medical is 310- bed multi-campus facility
Details
Not a trauma or open-heart facility Although Piedmont Eastside is not a trauma or open-heart capable facility

The workplace

Piedmont Careers
Health system employer

Your fit

Questions to ask

  • Can you walk me through base pay range, differentials, and sign-on bonus repayment terms?
  • What should I expect for weekly hours, weekend, holiday, call, and rotation?
  • What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
  • How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
Build questions for this role

On your path

ICU / Critical Care has an opening for new graduates. This employer welcomes new graduates for this role. See the posting’s qualifications and orientation details.

Original listing

Posted on Piedmont Careers’ careers page.

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Overview

RN - ICU/Intensive Care Unit

Full Time Nights

Sign on Bonus Available up to $10,000

Piedmont Eastside's ICU

Snellville, GA

It's Time to Get Better! Piedmont Eastside Medical is 310- bed multi-campus facility, serving Gwinnett and surrounding counties. Piedmont Eastside Medical Center's Intensive Care Unit provides high quality care to critically ill adult patients with varying critical conditions.

This 24- bed mixed unit utilizes evidence based best practices in caring for patients and their families. Although Piedmont Eastside is not a trauma or open-heart capable facility, we are able to care for critical patients of nearly all other varieties. Our patient populations include neurosurgical patients requiring EVD and lumbar drain management; cardiac patients requiring IABP or Impella support, STEMI and post cardiac arrest patients, patients requiring targeted temperature management, as well as patients with multiorgan dysfunction or failure requiring CRRT, as well as various other conditions requiring intensive care and critical intervention.

Responsibilities

When you join Piedmont, you're not just changing your work environment. We open doors to real change in the lives we touch - especially yours. We're committed to bringing award-winning care to communities across Georgia and celebrating the strength our diversity creates. Together, we're doing big things. One employee, one team, and one community at a time.

Piedmont is a place where your work truly matters-and where you're supported to do your best every day. We offer a collaborative culture, innovative resources, and leadership that is genuinely invested in your growth. With competitive benefits, wellness programs, and opportunities for advancement, you'll have what you need to thrive now and build a strong future.

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.

Essential functions

  • Performs patient assessments to include collection of data regarding the patient's physical, psychosocial and health history.
  • Appropriately evaluates the developmental age of the patient when performing assessments, treatments and patient/family education.
  • Organizes patient data into the formulation of a plan of care; identifies additional information needed and makes care decisions based on identified needs. Identifies expected patient outcomes.
  • Carries out plan of care to achieve desired patient outcomes.
  • Provides patient care that is specific to the setting, identified needs and plan; ensures that the care provided is appropriate to the severity of the disease, condition, impairment or disability.
  • Oversees activities of ancillary and support team members.
  • Identifies teaching opportunities and provides the resources necessary for achieving the educational goals of the patients.
  • Communications issues/concerns to the Charge Nurse, Clinical Manager and/or physician as appropriate.
  • Documents patient care and concerns in the patient record.

Knowledge, skills, abilities

Leadership Skills

Effective Communication Skills

Initiative

Independent Judgment

Ability to handle stressful environments

Disclaimer

The above information is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

Experience the advantages of real career change

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.

As an RN, your dedication to holistic, patient-centered care in your community is deeply valued. Piedmont supports nurses with the compensation, work/life balance, and resources they deserve. You'll work in a positive, collaborative environment alongside dedicated team members, and use state-of-the-art technology that strengthens patient care and services. You may participate in clinical research that opens doors to working on the forefront of medical advances and changes patient lives. Apply today to make a positive difference in every life you touch.

Total Rewards that work for you

  • 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

PTO your way

  • 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

Benefits

  • 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

Qualifications

Minimum 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

Business Unit: Company Name

Eastside Medical Center

What's around it?

In Snellville, GA

Snellville, GA

Living costs about 4% below the US average

See Snellville, GA

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