Cardiology Stepdown Registered Nurse / RN

Emory•Atlanta, GA

About The Position

Emory Healthcare is seeking an experienced RN Clinician for its Cardiology Stepdown team. The RN provides safe, effective, independent nursing care and applies clinical knowledge, research, experience, and the Synergy Model for Care to respond to changing clinical situations and personalize care for patients and families. The RN serves as a resource to colleagues and advocates for patients and families. Day and night shifts are available. The position is full-time, 36 hours.

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.
For virtual care activities that may include multistate practice, an active compact/multistate eNLC license 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.
If assigned to a WOC department, completion of an accredited WOC Nursing Education program within 12 months of entering the role.
ACLS or PALS may be required for certain departments after hire; additional certifications may be required based on department and specialty.

Responsibilities

Deliver safe, effective, and 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.
Delegate appropriately based on patient acuity and team member competency.
Work effectively with the interdisciplinary team, patients, and family care partners.
Take on developing leadership responsibilities, including Charge Nurse duties 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 concerns affecting patient care.
Use strong communication and conflict-resolution skills; recognize cultural differences and individualize care.
Maintain confidentiality of patient and organizational information.
Support open communication, psychological safety, and the One Emory Culture.
Pursue professional growth and apply evidence-based practice in daily patient care.
Collect, report, and analyze data to improve patient care and meet organizational standards.
Participate in surveys, interviews, and other improvement activities.
Meet core standards, including current performance rating, mandatory education, and annual competencies.