Surgical ICU Registered Nurse / RN

Emory•Atlanta, GA

About The Position

Emory Healthcare is hiring an RN Clinician for its 23-bed Surgical and Transplant Intensive Care Unit (STICU), which provides evidence-based care to a diverse, high-acuity population. The unit cares for pre- and post-liver transplant patients, surgical oncology patients, complex abdominal surgery patients, thoracic and vascular surgery patients, patients with gastrointestinal bleeding or acute hepatic failure, and other critically ill patients requiring advanced monitoring and therapies. The unit has a 1:2 nurse-to-patient ratio and offers experience with continuous renal replacement therapy (including operating-room support for liver transplant patients), the MARS Liver Dialysis Program, and complex surgical and transplant critical care management. The RN Clinician is an experienced healthcare professional who uses clinical knowledge, research, and experience to provide individualized care according to the AACN Synergy Model for Patient Care. The RN serves as a resource to colleagues and an advocate for patients and families. The role includes independent nursing care, patient assessment and care planning, accurate documentation, collaboration and delegation, developing leadership responsibilities, and participation in quality improvement and professional development. The STICU describes its culture as supportive and collaborative, with competency-based orientation, interdisciplinary teamwork, advanced critical care and transplant experience, and leadership committed to staff development. The unit is a Gold Beacon Award for Excellence recipient and a two-time Silver Beacon Award recipient. Applicants must meet one of the listed education and experience pathways: an accredited prelicensure BSN plus 12 months of recent nursing experience within the past five years or recent completion of a re-entry nursing program; or an accredited prelicensure ADN plus at least two years of recent nursing experience within the past five years. Exceptions and additional education obligations apply to certain Emory employees and locations. A valid, unencumbered Georgia Board of Nursing-approved RN license and BLS certification are required. ACLS and other certifications may be required after hire depending on department and specialty. Employees completing virtual care that may involve multistate practice must obtain an active compact/multistate license within the stated timeframe. The position has medium-heavy physical demands, including lifting up to 75 pounds, carrying objects up to 35 pounds, standing and walking, and close visual work. Environmental exposures may include blood-borne pathogens, biohazardous waste, chemicals and fumes, communicable diseases, electrical shock, temperature and lighting conditions, latex, radiation, patient-handling injuries, shift work, and use of personal protective equipment including respirators. Travel may be required; conditions and demands may vary by assigned work area and tasks.

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.
ACLS may be required for certain departments after hire; additional certifications may be required based on department and specialty.
An active compact/multistate license (eNLC) is required within 60 days of hire for employees completing virtual care activities that may include multistate practice, subject to the stated transition provision for employees already in the role before 11/09/2025.
Ability to perform the described medium-heavy physical demands, including lifting up to 75 pounds and carrying objects up to 35 pounds.

Responsibilities

Deliver safe, effective, independent nursing care using the nursing process.
Conduct thorough patient assessments and recognize how nursing care affects patient 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, patients, and family care partners.
Perform developing leadership functions, including Charge Nurse responsibilities when assigned.
Help orient staff and students when a designated preceptor is absent.
Communicate effectively and resolve conflicts.
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.