Cardiology Stepdown Registered Nurse / RN

Emory•Atlanta, GA

22h

About The Position

Emory Healthcare is hiring an RN Clinician for its Cardiology Stepdown team. The role is for an experienced nursing professional who provides independent, safe, and effective care, applies the Synergy Model for Care, and adapts clinical practice to changes in patient conditions. The RN personalizes care for patients and families and serves as a resource and advocate for colleagues, patients, and families. The position is full-time, 36 hours, with day and night shifts available. The RN works with the interdisciplinary team and takes part in professional development, evidence-based practice, shared governance, and efforts to improve patient care and unit practices. Charge Nurse responsibilities may be assigned, and the RN may precept staff or students. Emory Healthcare describes itself as part of Emory University and Georgia’s most comprehensive academic health system. It includes 11 hospitals, the Emory Clinic, more than 425 provider locations, and a clinically integrated network with more than 3,450 physicians across 70 subspecialties.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited prelicensure Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program and either 12 months of recent nursing experience within the past five years or recent completion of a re-entry nursing program; OR graduate of an accredited prelicensure Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) program with at least two years of recent nursing experience within the past five years.
Valid, unencumbered Registered Nursing License approved by the Georgia Board of Nursing.
BLS certification.
An active compact/multistate license (eNLC) is required within 60 days of hire for employees completing virtual care activities that may include multi-state practice. Employees already in the role before 11/09/2025 have until their next renewal date to achieve compact status.
ACLS may be required for certain departments after hire, and additional certifications may be required based on department and specialty.

Responsibilities

Deliver safe, effective, and independent nursing care using the nursing process.
Perform thorough patient assessments and recognize how nursing care affects outcomes.
Develop and implement patient care plans with patient and family input, adjusting plans as needed.
Document care accurately and efficiently in electronic and physical records.
Identify patient and family learning needs and recommend appropriate resources.
Delegate appropriately based on patient acuity and team member competency.
Work effectively with the interdisciplinary team, patients, and family care partners.
Perform Charge Nurse responsibilities when assigned and function in a developing leadership role.
Precept staff or students, including serving as a designated preceptor.
Identify potential policy revisions based on evidence-based research.
Participate in unit-based shared governance or practice council activities and raise workflow, equipment, or practice issues that affect patient care.
Use strong communication and conflict-resolution skills.
Recognize cultural differences and individualize care accordingly.
Maintain confidentiality of patient and organizational information.
Support open communication, psychological safety, and the One Emory Culture.
Pursue ongoing professional growth and apply evidence-based practice in daily care.
Collect, report, and analyze data to improve patient care and meet organizational standards.
Participate in surveys, interviews, and other methods to identify and resolve areas for improvement.
Meet core standards, including current performance rating, mandatory education, and annual competencies.