RN, CT Surgery, Emory St Joe's, 8am-4:30pm

Emory•Atlanta, GA

22h

About The Position

The RN Clinician is an experienced healthcare professional who provides individualized nursing care for a specific patient population. Drawing on clinical knowledge, research, and experience, the RN adapts care to changing situations, addresses the needs of patients and families, and serves as a resource for colleagues and an advocate for patients and families. The role includes independent nursing practice, collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, developing leadership responsibilities, and ongoing professional development. This position is listed as RN, CT Surgery at Emory St. Joe's, with a schedule of 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The description notes that work conditions and demands may vary by assigned work area and tasks.

Requirements

For the BSN pathway: graduate of an accredited prelicensure Bachelor of Science in Nursing program and either 12 months of recent nursing experience within the past five years or recent completion of a re-entry nursing program.
For the ADN pathway: graduate of an accredited prelicensure Associate Degree in Nursing program with at least two years of recent nursing experience within the past five years.
Hold a valid, unencumbered Registered Nursing license approved by the Georgia Board of Nursing.
For virtual care activities that may involve multistate practice, obtain an active compact/multistate license (eNLC) within 60 days of hire. Employees in the role before 11/09/2025 have until their next renewal date to achieve compact status.
Hold BLS certification.
Complete an accredited WOC Nursing Education program within 12 months of entering the role if assigned to a WOC department.
ACLS or PALS may be required for certain departments after hire; additional certifications may be required based on department and specialty.
Physical capacity to lift up to 75 pounds and carry objects up to 35 pounds, with standing, walking, occasional sitting, and close eye work as described. Physical demands may vary by work area and tasks.

Responsibilities

Deliver safe, effective, independent nursing care using the nursing process.
Perform thorough patient assessments and recognize how nursing care affects outcomes.
Develop and implement patient care plans with patient and family input, adjusting plans 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 when policies may need revision 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.
Protect the confidentiality of patient and organizational information.
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.