RN / General Surgery Clinic

Emory•Decatur, GA

About The Position

The RN Clinician is an experienced healthcare professional who provides nursing care for a specific patient population. Using clinical knowledge, research, and experience, the clinician adapts to changing situations, personalizes care to meet the needs of patients and families, serves as a resource for colleagues, and advocates for patients and families. The position delivers safe, effective, independent nursing care using the nursing process; assesses patients, develops and adjusts care plans with patient and family input, documents care, and identifies learning needs. The RN Clinician collaborates with interdisciplinary teams, delegates appropriately, may perform Charge Nurse responsibilities when assigned, precepts staff or students, and contributes to evidence-based policy and practice improvements. The role also requires effective communication, cultural responsiveness, confidentiality, ongoing professional development, and participation in quality improvement activities. Physical demands are classified as medium-heavy and include lifting up to 75 pounds, carrying objects up to 35 pounds, standing and walking occasionally to frequently, and occasional sitting. Close eye work such as computer use, typing, reading, and writing is required. Environmental exposures may include blood-borne pathogens, biohazardous waste, chemicals, communicable diseases, electrical shock, varying floor surfaces and temperatures, latex, radiation, patient-care handling injuries, shift work, and use of personal protective equipment including respirators. Travel may be required. Conditions and demands may vary by assigned work area and tasks.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited prelicensure 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 ADN program with at least two years of recent nursing experience within the past five years.
Valid, unencumbered Registered Nursing License approved by the Georgia Board of Nursing.
Active compact/multistate (eNLC) license within 60 days of hire if performing virtual care activities that may involve multistate practice; employees already in the role before 11/09/2025 have until their next renewal date to achieve compact status.
BLS certification.
Completion of an accredited WOC Nursing Education program within 12 months of entering the role if assigned to a WOC department.
Current Emory Healthcare LPNs who completed an accredited RN program and obtain RN licensure may transition into the role while completing the RN Resident Program.
Emory LPNs enrolled in an Emory ADN program as of 3/30/2025 must sign an obligation agreement to complete an ADN-to-BSN program within two years of entering the RN Clinician role.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Deliver safe, effective, independent nursing care using the nursing process.
Perform thorough patient assessments and recognize the effect of nursing care on patient outcomes.
Develop and implement patient care plans with patient and family input, adjusting them as needed.
Document care accurately and efficiently in electronic and physical records.
Identify patient and family learning needs and recommend appropriate resources.
Delegate appropriately based on patient acuity and team member competency.
Collaborate effectively with the interdisciplinary team, patient, and family care partners.
Perform developing leadership responsibilities, including Charge Nurse duties when assigned.
Precept staff or students, including serving as a designated preceptor.
Identify potential policy revisions based on evidence-based research.
Participate in unit-based shared governance or practice council activities and raise workflow, equipment, or practice issues affecting patient care.
Communicate effectively, resolve conflicts, recognize cultural differences, and individualize care accordingly.
Maintain confidentiality of patient and organizational information and support open communication, psychological safety, and the One Emory Culture.
Pursue ongoing professional growth and apply evidence-based practice in daily care.
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.
Meet core standards, including current performance rating, mandatory education, and annual competencies.