PACU Registered Nurse / RN

Emory Healthcare•Decatur, GA

7h•$45 - $52

About The Position

The RN Clinician (SS) is an experienced healthcare professional who provides patient care for a specific population, applying clinical knowledge, research, and experience to changing situations and individualizing care according to the AACN Synergy Model for Patient Care. The RN serves as a resource for colleagues and advocates for patients and families. This is a full-time position with a 10:30 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. shift and required call. Competitive candidates have at least two years of PACU, ICU, or ER experience in a hospital operating room environment. Emory Healthcare describes a supportive environment with professional mentorship and leadership development. Benefits include comprehensive health benefits starting on day one, student loan repayment assistance and reimbursement programs, family-focused benefits, and wellness incentives.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited prelicensure BSN program and have 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 ADN program with at least two years of recent nursing experience within the past five years.
Hold a valid, unencumbered Registered Nursing License approved by the Georgia Board of Nursing.
BLS certification.
Competitive candidates have at least two years of PACU, ICU, or ER experience in a hospital operating room environment.
If performing virtual care activities that may involve multistate practice, obtain an active compact/multistate license (eNLC) within 60 days of hire. Employees in the role before 11/09/2025 have until their next renewal date to achieve compact status.
For hires into a Wound Care Department, complete an accredited WOC Nursing Education program and achieve Wound Care and Ostomy Care certification within 12 months of entering the role.
Meet the listed physical demands, including lifting up to 75 pounds, carrying objects up to 35 pounds, standing and walking occasionally to frequently, and close eye work.

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, incorporating input from patients and families and 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 interdisciplinary team members, patients, and family care partners.
Perform developing leadership duties, including Charge Nurse responsibilities when assigned.
Assist with orienting staff and students when a designated preceptor is absent.
Demonstrate strong communication and conflict-resolution skills.
Identify the need for policy revisions 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.