RN Clinician Charge

Emory • Lithonia, GA

2d

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 a liaison with physicians and administrators to facilitate optimal, patient- and family-centered care. The role requires keeping current on clinical trends and evidence-based practice and serving as a formal leader within the area of specialty.

The position provides clinical mentorship and guidance to nursing staff; coordinates unit staffing and daily operations; supports regulatory, administrative, and cost-containment activities; and promotes effective communication, conflict resolution, advocacy, quality improvement, and education. The role also addresses patient, family, and staff concerns and participates in governance or practice council activities.

Emory is an equal opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request through Emory Healthcare Human Resources at [email protected]; one week's advance notice is preferred.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), subject to the stated exception for eligible nurses at Emory Warner Robins, Perry, and affiliated Physician Groups locations who obtained an Associate Degree in Nursing 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.
• ACL S or PALS may be required for certain departments after hire.
• Additional certifications may be required depending on department and specialty.
• Ability to meet the described physical demands, including lifting up to 75 pounds and carrying objects up to 35 pounds.
• Ability to work in conditions that may involve listed environmental exposures, shift work, and use of personal protective equipment, including respirators.

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 the development of 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 administrative activities, including budget planning, cost containment, unit 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.
• Ensure educational requirements are met through scheduling, planning, and support.
• 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, including counseling employees when appropriate.
• Support colleagues through supportive, non-judgmental behavior and empower and advocate for nurses.
• Address customer concerns, complaints, and escalated patient issues; refer issues to the Nurse Manager, risk management, or Patient Advocate when 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 and ensure staff have needed resources and tools.
• Identify, initiate, and collaborate on educational programs, including management- and leadership-focused in-services.
• Demonstrate current evidence-based practice, disseminate information, and question management practice in relation to research.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior