RN - 2M Acute Medical (PT, Days)

Houston Healthcare•Warner Robins, GA

About The Position

The RN Clinician is an experienced healthcare professional who provides patient-centered nursing care for a specific population, adapting care to changing circumstances using clinical knowledge, research, and experience. The role applies the AACN Synergy Model for Patient Care, serves as a resource for colleagues, and advocates for patients and families. This position is a 24-hour-per-week, 0.6 FTE day-shift role, with a listed schedule of 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. The RN Clinician delivers independent nursing care, assesses patients, develops and adjusts care plans with patient and family input, documents care, and supports patient and family learning. The role also collaborates with interdisciplinary care partners, may perform Charge Nurse responsibilities when assigned, supports staff and student orientation, and contributes to quality improvement and professional development. Applicants must meet the stated education, licensure, and certification requirements, subject to the listed exceptions for certain Emory employees and locations. Physical demands, environmental exposures, and travel may vary according to the assigned work area and tasks.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited prelicensure Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program, subject to the stated exceptions for eligible Emory employees and locations.
Valid, unencumbered Registered Nursing License approved by the Georgia Board of Nursing.
BLS certification.
An active compact/multistate license (eNLC) is required within 60 days of hire if completing virtual care activities that may include multi-state practice; employees in the role before 11/09/2025 have until their next renewal date to achieve compact status.
Meet the stated physical requirements, including lifting up to 75 lbs and carrying objects up to 35 lbs.

Nice To Haves

ACLS may be required for certain departments after hire.
Additional certifications may be required based on department and specialty.

Responsibilities

Deliver safe, effective, and independent nursing care using the nursing process.
Perform thorough patient assessments and recognize the impact of nursing care on outcomes.
Develop and implement patient care plans, incorporate patient and family input, and adjust 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, patient, and family care partners.
Function in a developing leadership role, including Charge Nurse responsibilities when assigned.
Assist in orienting staff and students when a designated preceptor is absent.
Demonstrate strong communication and conflict-resolution skills.
Identify the need for policy revisions 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 per the clinical lattice PLAN system.