Orthopedic Operating Room Registered Nurse

Emory Healthcare•Atlanta, GA

1d•$45 - $52

About The Position

The RN Clinician (SS) 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 nurse serves as a resource for colleagues and advocates for patients and families. The role delivers independent nursing care, assesses patients, develops and adjusts care plans with patient and family input, documents care, identifies learning needs, and provides culturally responsive care. It also involves interdisciplinary collaboration, developing leadership and charge nurse responsibilities when assigned, staff and student orientation, quality improvement, and ongoing professional development.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited prelicensure 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 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.
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.
Ability to meet the described physical demands, including lifting up to 75 lbs and carrying objects up to 35 lbs.
Ability to work in an environment with potential exposure to blood-borne pathogens, bio-hazardous waste, chemicals, gases, fumes, vapors, communicable diseases, electrical shock, radiation, and other listed environmental factors.

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 may transition into this role while completing the RN Resident Program.
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.

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 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.
Collaborate effectively with the interdisciplinary team, patient, and family care partners.
Develop leadership skills and take on Charge Nurse responsibilities when assigned.
Assist with 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.
Pursue 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.