Medical Surgical Registered Nurse / RN

Emory•Atlanta, GA

About The Position

Emory Healthcare is seeking an experienced RN Clinician for its Medical Surgical department. The RN Clinician provides safe, effective, independent nursing care, applies clinical knowledge and the Synergy Model for Care, and personalizes care for patients and families. This clinician adapts to changing clinical situations, serves as a resource to colleagues, and advocates for patients and families. The position is a full-time weekend option schedule of 7:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m., totaling 36 hours per week. Responsibilities include assessment and care planning, documentation, patient and family education, appropriate delegation, interdisciplinary collaboration, developing leadership and preceptor duties, participation in shared governance and quality improvement, and ongoing professional development. The role also requires meeting organizational standards and competencies. Emory Healthcare describes itself as Georgia’s most comprehensive academic health system, with 11 hospitals, the Emory Clinic, and more than 425 provider locations. The organization offers health benefits beginning on day one, student loan assistance and reimbursement programs, family-focused benefits, wellness incentives, mentorship, development, and leadership programs. The role may involve exposure to clinical and environmental hazards and requires physical activity and lifting as described in the posting.

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.
An active compact/multistate license (eNLC) is required within 60 days of hire if performing virtual care activities that may include multistate practice.
Emory LPNs enrolled in an Emory ADN program as of 3/30/2025 must sign an obligation agreement to complete an ADN-to-BSN program within two years of entering the RN Clinician role.
Emory Warner Robins, Perry, and affiliated Physician Groups location RN Clinicians with an ADN and less than two years of experience who are hired or transfer as of 3/29/2026 must sign an obligation agreement to complete an ADN-to-BSN program within two years of entering the RN Clinician role.

Nice To Haves

ACLS certification 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.

Responsibilities

Deliver safe, effective, independent nursing care using the nursing process.
Perform thorough patient assessments and recognize the impact of nursing care on 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, patient, and family care partners.
Take on developing leadership responsibilities, including Charge Nurse responsibilities when assigned.
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 affecting patient care.
Use strong communication and conflict resolution skills; recognize cultural differences and individualize care.
Maintain confidentiality of patient and organizational information and support open communication, psychological safety, and the One Emory Culture.
Pursue ongoing professional growth and apply evidence-based practice in patient 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.