Complex Medicine and Research / Registered Nurse

Emory Healthcare•Atlanta, GA

20h•$43 - $50•Onsite

About The Position

Emory Healthcare is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse Clinician for the new 5-B North Unit at Emory University Hospital, a Complex Medicine unit. The RN Clinician provides care for a specific patient population, applying clinical knowledge, research, and experience to adapt to changing situations and personalize care according to the AACN Synergy Model for Patient Care. The clinician also serves as a resource for colleagues and advocates for patients and families. The role is full-time, 36 hours per week, with a 7:00 p.m.–7:30 a.m. schedule. The position works with patients, families, and interdisciplinary care partners and may include Charge Nurse responsibilities when assigned. Emory Healthcare offers comprehensive health benefits starting on day one, student loan repayment assistance and reimbursement programs, family-focused benefits, wellness incentives, relocation assistance, mentorship, development, and leadership programs.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited prelicensure Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program and 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 multistate practice, an active compact/multistate license (eNLC) is required within 60 days of hire. Employees already in the role before 11/09/2025 have until their next renewal date to achieve compact status.

Nice To Haves

ACLS may be required for certain departments after hire.
Additional certifications may be required based on department and specialty.
Current Emory Healthcare LPNs who have completed 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, incorporating patient and family input and 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, patients, and family care partners.
Fulfill developing leadership responsibilities, including Charge Nurse duties 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.