RN | CCU | Days WOW

Overview

Our CCU is a 10-bed unit that focuses on the care of the critically ill patient with medical diagnoses and complications.  CCU also cares for adult/geriatric patients whose complex medical and/or surgical needs require invasive monitoring and/or mechanical ventilation.  RNs new to CCU nursing are enrolled in the Critical Care Academy (CCA). 

What you can expect:  

• The CCA is a competency-based orientation program that includes:  

  • bedside experience with a dedicated Preceptor 

  • didactic classes utilizing, in part, the Essentials of Critical Care Orientation (from the American Association of Critical Care Nurses) 

  • seminars which help to connect the didactic learning with the clinical experience 

  • simulation labs to increase assessment, competency, and critical thinking skills. 

• Compassionate leadership and teammates 

• Teamwork and support staff of clinical care techs, unit secretaries and ancillary departments 

• Continuing education  

What you will need: 

• Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing  

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in nursing 

• Current valid Georgia nursing license or eNLC nursing license