Endoscopy Registered Nurse

Emory•Decatur, GA

26d•Onsite

About The Position

Emory Healthcare is seeking an experienced nurse with advanced GI and procedural-area experience who can work in pre-procedure, intra-procedure, and recovery. The position is in Emory Decatur Hospital’s stand-alone Endoscopy Unit, which provides advanced GI services and serves community and employed gastroenterologists. The listed schedule is 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., four days per week, with call required. The RN Clinician (SS) is an experienced healthcare professional who applies clinical knowledge, research, and experience to provide individualized care for a specific patient population. The nurse adapts to changing situations using the AACN Synergy Model for Patient Care, serves as a resource to colleagues, and advocates for patients and families. The role includes independent nursing practice, assessment and care planning, accurate documentation, patient and family education, collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, and participation in quality improvement and professional development. The RN may take on Charge Nurse responsibilities when assigned and assist with orienting staff and students when a designated preceptor is not available.

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.
Advanced GI and procedural-area experience, as stated in the position overview.
Ability to work the listed 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. schedule four days per week and take call.
For virtual care activities that may include multistate practice, an active compact/multistate license (eNLC) is required within 60 days of hire. Employees in the role before 11/09/2025 have until their next renewal date to achieve compact status.
Physical ability to lift up to 75 pounds, carry objects up to 35 pounds, and perform the listed standing, walking, sitting, and close-eye-work activities.
Ability to work in an environment that may involve blood-borne pathogens, biohazardous waste, chemicals, gases, fumes, vapors, communicable diseases, electrical shock, varied floor surfaces and temperatures, latex, radiation, patient-handling risks, and personal protective equipment including respirators.

Nice To Haves

ACLS certification may be required for certain departments after hire.
Additional certifications may be required based on department and specialty.
For hires into a Wound Care Department, completion of an accredited WOC Nursing Education program and certification in Wound Care and Ostomy Care within 12 months of entering the role are required.

Responsibilities

Deliver safe, effective, independent nursing care using the nursing process.
Perform thorough patient assessments and recognize how nursing care affects outcomes.
Develop and implement patient care plans, incorporate input from patients and families, and adjust 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, patients, and family care partners.
Take on a developing leadership role, including Charge Nurse responsibilities when assigned.
Assist in orienting staff and students when a designated preceptor is absent.
Demonstrate 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 in the clinical lattice PLAN system.
Provide care in pre-procedure, intra-procedure, and recovery settings.