Orthopedics Medical Surgical / Registered Nurse

Emory Healthcare•Tucker, GA

5d•$43 - $50•Onsite

About The Position

The RN Clinician is an experienced healthcare professional who provides patient care for a specific population. Using clinical knowledge, research, and experience, the RN adapts to changing situations and personalizes care based on the AACN Synergy Model for Patient Care. The RN serves as a resource for colleagues and advocates for patients and families. This role is in orthopedics and medical-surgical nursing at Emory University Orthopedics & Spine Hospital (EUOSH), which focuses on orthopedic surgical care, including major joint replacement, minimally invasive orthopedic surgery, hip resurfacing, spine surgery, spinal fusions, scoliosis and spine deformity surgery, and artificial spine disc replacement. EUOSH inpatient nursing has an active Unit Practice Council, and shared governance is an important part of decision-making.

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; alternatively, graduate of an accredited prelicensure ADN program and have 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 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.
Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including lifting up to 75 pounds and carrying objects up to 35 pounds.
Ability to work in an environment that may involve exposure to blood-borne pathogens, bio-hazardous waste, chemicals, gases, fumes, vapors, communicable diseases, electrical shock, varying floor surfaces and temperatures, latex, radiation, and patient-care or handling injuries; use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, may be required.
Travel may be required.

Nice To Haves

Current Emory Healthcare LPNs who have completed an accredited RN program and obtained 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.
ACLS certification, where required for certain departments, may be obtained after hire.
Additional certifications may be required based on department and specialty.

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 patient and family input, 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, patient, and family care partners.
Function in 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 the need for policy revisions 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.