Clinical Decision Unit Registered Nurse - PRN

Emory Healthcare•Johns Creek, GA

11d

About The Position

The RN Clinician is an experienced healthcare professional who provides individualized care to a specific patient population. Using clinical knowledge, research, and experience, the RN adapts to changing situations, personalizes care to patients and families, and serves as a resource and advocate. The role includes clinical nursing practice, collaboration and developing leadership responsibilities, professional communication, and ongoing improvement of patient care.

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.
Active compact/multistate (eNLC) license required within 60 days of hire if completing virtual care activities that may involve multi-state practice. Employees already in the role before 11/09/2025 have until their next renewal date to achieve compact status.
BLS certification.
Lifting up to 75 lbs and carrying objects up to 35 lbs; work includes occasional to frequent standing and walking, occasional sitting, and close eye work.

Nice To Haves

ACLS or PALS certification may be required for certain departments after hire.
Additional certifications may be required based on department and specialty.
Current Emory Healthcare LPNs who complete an accredited RN program and obtain RN licensure may transition into the role while completing the RN Resident Program.
Emory LPNs enrolled in an Emory ADN program as of 03/30/2025 must sign an obligation agreement to complete an ADN-to-BSN program within two years of entering the RN Clinician role.

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.
Delegate appropriately based on patient acuity and team member competency.
Collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams, 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 issues affecting patient care.
Communicate effectively, resolve conflicts, recognize cultural differences, and individualize care.
Protect the confidentiality of patient and organizational information and support open communication, psychological safety, and the One Emory Culture.
Pursue ongoing professional growth and apply evidence-based practice in 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 performance rating, mandatory education, and annual competencies.