RN Clinician

Emory Healthcare•Decatur, GA

2d•$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, the RN Clinician adapts to changing situations and personalizes care based on the AACN Synergy Model for Patient Care. The RN Clinician serves as a resource for colleagues and advocates for patients and families while promoting safe, effective, and individualized patient care.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
Graduate of an accredited prelicensure Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program AND at least 12 months of recent nursing experience within the past five years; OR Recent completion of a re-entry nursing program.
Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
Graduate of an accredited prelicensure Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) program with a minimum of two years of recent nursing experience within the past five years.
A valid, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license approved by the Georgia Board of Nursing is required.
BLS certification required.
ACLS certification may be required for certain departments following 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.

Nice To Haves

Current Emory Healthcare LPNsCurrent LPNs employed within the Emory Healthcare (EHC) system who have completed an accredited RN program and obtain RN licensure are eligible to transition into this role while completing the RN Resident Program.
Emory LPNs enrolled in an Emory ADN program as of March 30, 2025, must sign an obligation agreement to complete an ADN-to-BSN program within two years of entering the RN Clinician role.
Emory Warner Robins, Perry & Affiliated Physician GroupsRN Clinicians at Emory Warner Robins, Perry, and affiliated Physician Groups locations with an Associate Degree in Nursing and less than two years of experience, who are newly hired or transferring as of March 29, 2026, must sign an obligation agreement to complete an ADN-to-BSN program within two years of entering the RN Clinician role.
Employees in the role prior to November 9, 2025, will have until their next renewal date to achieve compact/multistate status.

Responsibilities

Delivers safe, effective, and independent nursing care using the nursing process.
Performs thorough patient assessments and recognizes the impact of nursing care on patient outcomes.
Develops and implements patient care plans, incorporating patient and family input and adjusting plans as needed.
Documents care accurately and efficiently in electronic and physical records.
Identifies patient and family learning needs and recommends appropriate resources.
Recognizes cultural differences and individualizes care accordingly.
Delegates appropriately using the Synergy Model of Care.
Works effectively with the interdisciplinary team, patients, 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 in accordance with the clinical lattice PLAN system.