Physiatry Pre-op and PACU for Ortho Surgery Registered Nurse

Emory Healthcare•Brookhaven, GA

6d•$45 - $52

About The Position

The RN Clinician (SS) is an experienced healthcare professional who provides patient-centered care to a specific population. Using clinical knowledge, research, and experience, the nurse adapts to changing situations and personalizes care according to the AACN Synergy Model for Patient Care. The RN serves as a resource for colleagues and advocates for patients and families. The position involves independent nursing practice, patient assessment and care planning, accurate documentation, collaboration with interdisciplinary teams, and participation in quality improvement and professional development. The nurse may take on developing leadership duties, including Charge Nurse responsibilities when assigned, and may help orient staff and students when no designated preceptor is available. The role requires a qualifying nursing education and recent nursing experience or completion of a re-entry nursing program, along with a valid Georgia-approved Registered Nursing License and BLS certification. Work conditions may include physical demands, exposure to clinical and environmental hazards, shift work, and travel depending on the assigned area and tasks.

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.
If completing virtual care activities that may involve multi-state practice, obtain an active compact/multistate license (eNLC) within 60 days of hire. Employees already in the role before 11/09/2025 have until their next renewal date to achieve compact status.
For staff hired 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 are required.
Physical capacity for the listed medium-heavy demands, including lifting up to 75 pounds and carrying objects up to 35 pounds.
Ability to work in conditions that may include exposure to blood-borne pathogens, bio-hazardous waste, chemicals, communicable diseases, electrical shock, varied temperatures and surfaces, latex, radiation, patient-handling injuries, and personal protective equipment including respirators; conditions vary by work area and tasks.

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.
Work effectively with the interdisciplinary team, patient, and family care partners.
Perform developing leadership duties, including Charge Nurse responsibilities when assigned.
Assist in 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.
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.