RN, Radiation Oncology, Emory Winship Clifton Campus, 6:30am-5pm

Emory•Atlanta, GA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The RN Clinician is an experienced healthcare professional who provides individualized nursing care for a specific patient population, applying clinical knowledge, research, and experience in accordance with the AACN Synergy Model for Patient Care. The role serves as a resource for colleagues and advocates for patients and families. This position is based at Emory Winship Clifton Campus, with flex assignments possible at other Radiation Oncology sites within Emory/Winship according to operational needs, training, competencies, and clinical scope. When possible, at least 48 hours’ notice will be provided before flexing, although urgent needs may require same-day or short-notice assignments. The position delivers safe, effective, independent nursing care; assesses patients; develops and adapts care plans with patient and family input; documents care; identifies learning needs; and individualizes care to account for cultural differences. It also involves interdisciplinary collaboration, appropriate delegation, developing leadership responsibilities including Charge Nurse duties when assigned, staff and student orientation support, quality improvement, evidence-based policy review, data analysis, and ongoing professional development. The role requires an active, unencumbered Registered Nursing License approved by the Georgia Board of Nursing and BLS certification. ACLS may be required for certain departments after hire, and other certifications may be required depending on department and specialty. Employees completing virtual care activities that may involve multi-state practice must obtain an active compact/multistate license (eNLC) within 60 days of hire. The role has physical demands and environmental exposures that may vary with the assigned work area and tasks.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited prelicensure Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program and either 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) program with at least two 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.
For virtual care activities that may include multi-state practice, an active compact/multistate license (eNLC) is required within 60 days of hire. Employees in the role before 11/09/2025 have until their next renewal date to achieve compact status.
Physical capacity to lift up to 75 pounds, carry objects up to 35 pounds, and meet the stated standing, walking, sitting, and close-eye-work demands.
Ability to work in conditions that may include blood-borne pathogens, bio-hazardous waste, chemicals or fumes, communicable diseases, radiation, patient-care handling risks, shift work, travel, and use of personal protective equipment, including respirators.

Nice To Haves

ACLS certification may be required for certain departments after hire.
Additional certifications may be required based on department and specialty.
Current Emory Healthcare LPNs who have completed an accredited RN program and obtained RN licensure may transition into the role while completing the RN Resident Program.
Emory LPNs enrolled in an Emory ADN program as of 03/30/2025 must sign an obligation agreement to complete an ADN-to-BSN program within two years of entering the RN Clinician role.

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, incorporating patient and family input and adjusting 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 interdisciplinary team members, patients, 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.
Use 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 under the clinical lattice PLAN system.
Work at other Emory/Winship Radiation Oncology sites when flexed to meet operational or patient-care needs.