Virtual Interview Day

Emory Healthcare•Atlanta, GA

5d•$43 - $50•Onsite

About The Position

The RN Clinician is an experienced healthcare professional with a strong understanding of patient care for a specific population. Using clinical knowledge, research, and experience, they adapt to changing situations and personalize care based on the AACN Synergy Model for Patient Care. They serve as a resource for colleagues and advocate for patients and families. This role is on the 8E Heart, Vascular & Transplant Stepdown unit at Emory University Hospital, caring for adults with complex cardiac, vascular, pulmonary, and transplant conditions. As a primary telemetry unit, nurses continuously monitor cardiac rhythms, administer specialized cardiac medications, and care for advanced postoperative and transplant patients. The role involves close collaboration with physicians, advanced practice providers, nurse leaders, educators, and other members of the multidisciplinary team, with opportunities for developing advanced clinical expertise in cardiovascular and transplant nursing.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited prelicensure Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) AND 12 months of recent nursing experience within the past five years, OR Recent completion of a re-entry nursing program.
OR, Graduate of an accredited prelicensure Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) with a minimum of 2 years of recent nursing experience within the past five years.
A valid, unencumbered Registered Nursing License approved by the Georgia Board of Nursing.
BLS certification.

Nice To Haves

ACLS may be required for certain departments, post hire.
Additional certifications may be required based on department and specialty.
If completing virtual care activities that may include multi-state practice, an active compact/multistate license (eNLC) is required within 60 days of hire.

Responsibilities

Delivers safe, effective, and independent nursing care using the nursing process.
Performs thorough patient assessments and recognizes the impact of nursing care on outcomes.
Develops and implements patient care plans, incorporating patient/family input and adjusting as needed.
Documents care accurately and efficiently in electronic and physical records.
Identifies patient and family learning needs, recommending appropriate resources.
Recognizes cultural differences and individualizes care accordingly.
Delegates appropriately using the Synergy Model of Care.
Works effectively with the interdisciplinary team, patient, and family care partners.
Functions in a developing leadership role, including Charge Nurse responsibilities when assigned.
Assists in orienting staff and students in the absence of a designated preceptor.
Demonstrates strong communication and conflict resolution skills.
Identifies the need for policy revisions based on evidence-based research.
Engages in professional growth and actively applies the Synergy Model for Care in practice.
Collects, reports, and analyzes data to improve patient care and meet organizational standards.
Participates in surveys, interviews, and other methods to identify and resolve areas for improvement.
Maintains required points and contact hours per the clinical lattice PLAN system.

Benefits

Comprehensive Orientation & Support
Structured Orientation
Individualized orientation for experienced nurses, typically approximately 4 weeks
Specialty education in heart transplant, LVAD, lung transplant, cardiac, vascular, and thoracic care
Weekly evaluations and progress reviews
Clinical Education & Development
Dedicated support from Nursing Professional Development Practitioners
Ongoing specialty education and competency development
Opportunities for specialty certification and professional advancement
Mentorship & Clinical Support
Dedicated preceptor throughout orientation
Support from experienced charge nurses, clinical experts, nurse leaders, physicians, and advanced practice providers
Ongoing guidance from our RN Clinician Educator