Cardiovascular Operating Room Registered Nurse

Emory Healthcare•Atlanta, GA

15h•$45 - $52

About The Position

The RN Clinician CVOR is an experienced healthcare professional with a strong understanding of patient care for a specific population. Using clinical knowledge, research, and experience, the nurse adapts to changing situations and personalizes care based on the AACN Synergy Model for Patient Care. The role serves as a resource for colleagues and advocates for patients and families. The RN provides safe and effective nursing care, assesses patients, develops and adjusts care plans with patient and family input, documents care, identifies learning needs, and individualizes care to account for cultural differences. The position also involves interdisciplinary collaboration, developing leadership and charge nurse responsibilities when assigned, staff and student orientation, quality improvement, evidence-based practice, and ongoing professional development.

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; alternatively, 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.
Physical capacity for the stated medium-heavy demands: lifting up to 75 lbs and carrying objects up to 35 lbs, with specified levels of occasional, frequent, and constant lifting and movement.
Ability to work in an environment that may involve blood-borne pathogens, bio-hazardous waste, chemicals or fumes, communicable diseases, electrical shock, varied floor surfaces and temperatures, indoor/outdoor conditions, latex, lighting, patient-handling injuries, radiation, shift work, travel, and personal protective equipment including respirators.

Nice To Haves

ACLS may be required for certain departments after hire.
Additional certifications may be required based on department and specialty.
Current Emory Healthcare LPNs who have completed an accredited RN program and obtain RN licensure are eligible to transition into the role while completing the RN Resident Program.
Emory LPNs enrolled in an Emory ADN program as of 3/30/2025 may enter the role by signing an obligation agreement to complete an ADN-to-BSN program within two years.

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.
Recognize cultural differences and individualize care accordingly.
Delegate appropriately using the Synergy Model of Care.
Work effectively with the interdisciplinary team, patient, and family care partners.
Undertake a developing leadership role, including Charge Nurse responsibilities when assigned.
Assist in orienting staff and students when a designated preceptor is absent.
Use strong communication and conflict resolution skills.
Identify when policies may need revision based on evidence-based research.
Engage in professional growth and apply the Synergy Model for Care in practice.
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.
Maintain required points and contact hours under the clinical lattice PLAN system.