RN Charge / Neurology

Emory Healthcare•Johns Creek, GA

11h•$47 - $55

About The Position

The RN Clinician Charge plans, coordinates, and directs the daily operations of a specific shift on a clinical unit, providing formal clinical leadership at the point of care. Recognized as an expert clinician and change agent, this nurse strengthens organizational systems in support of the department’s mission, vision, and values, and role models sound clinical judgment, expert communication, and effective time management. The RN Clinician Charge serves as a resource to staff and liaison with physicians and administrators to facilitate optimal, patient- and family-centered care. The role requires staying current with clinical trends and evidence-based practice and serving as a formal leader within the area of specialty. The position includes mentoring and guiding nurses, coordinating staffing and daily operations, supporting compliance and administrative activities, resolving conflicts and concerns, advocating for nurses and patients, and advancing quality improvement and education. Physical demands and environmental exposures vary by assigned work area and tasks. The role may involve travel and use of personal protective equipment, including respirators.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), except for specified grandfathered nurses at Emory Warner Robins, Perry, and affiliated Physician Groups locations who earned an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) before 03/29/2026.
At least 2 years of clinical nursing experience.
Valid, active, unencumbered Registered Nursing License approved by the Georgia Board of Nursing.
BLS certification.
ACLS or PALS may be required for certain departments after hire; additional certifications may be required based on department and specialty.
Ability to meet the stated physical demands, which include lifting up to 75 lbs, carrying objects up to 35 lbs, and standing, walking, sitting, and close eye work as described.
Ability to work in environments with potential exposure to blood-borne pathogens, bio-hazardous waste, chemicals, communicable diseases, electrical shock, varied floor surfaces and temperatures, latex, radiation, and patient-care handling risks; use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, may be required.

Nice To Haves

Master’s or doctorate degree in nursing.
Nursing specialty certification relevant to the area of practice.

Responsibilities

Mentor Registered Nurses in the role and functions of Charge Nurse.
Lead and coordinate team behavior and foster leadership skills in others.
Guide less experienced staff on policies, scheduling, assignments, organizational skills, and daily operations.
Complete performance reviews with Nurse Manager input as appropriate.
Evaluate resource use and cost-containment activities.
Coordinate unit staffing to meet departmental needs.
Identify an operational problem and initiate a test of change.
Participate in preparation for regulatory agency reviews.
Assist with budget planning, cost containment, staffing schedules, and communication of concerns to the Nurse Manager.
Evaluate the impact of policies on daily operations.
Support administrative decisions and facilitate daily operational issues with staff.
Support compliance with educational requirements through scheduling, planning, and assistance.
Participate in unit- or system-based professional governance or practice council activities and raise workflow, equipment, or practice issues affecting patient care.
Model effective communication and foster open, candid communication and psychological safety.
Mediate conflicts between staff and take appropriate action to address unacceptable communication or behavior.
Counsel employees as appropriate, including verbal warnings for attendance or performance issues.
Support colleagues’ needs through supportive, non-judgmental behaviors and advocate for nurses.
Address customer concerns, complaints, and escalated patient issues; involve the Nurse Manager, risk management, or Patient Advocate as appropriate, and monitor resolution.
Challenge and shape unit and hospital-wide systems to achieve the best possible outcomes.
Implement innovative approaches to meet patient and family needs.
Identify staff needs and ensure access to resources and tools for patient and family care.
Identify, initiate, and collaborate on educational programs.
Develop management- and leadership-focused in-service education, such as time management, team building, conflict resolution, budget, and leadership activities.
Demonstrate current evidence-based practice and disseminate information.
Question management practices in relation to research.