RN Clinician

Overview

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• Comprehensive health benefits that start day 1
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs
• Family-focused benefits
• Wellness incentives
• Ongoing mentorship, development, and leadership programs
• And more

Description

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Clinical Practice & Patient Care

• Delivers safe, effective, and independent nursing care utilizing the nursing process.
• Performs thorough patient assessments and recognizes the impact of nursing care on patient outcomes.
• Develops and implements individualized patient care plans, incorporating input from patients and families and adjusting plans as needed.
• Documents patient care accurately and efficiently in electronic and physical records.
• Identifies patient and family learning needs and recommends appropriate educational resources.
• Recognizes cultural differences and individualizes care accordingly.

Leadership & Team Collaboration

• Delegates responsibilities appropriately utilizing the Synergy Model of Care.
• Collaborates effectively with the interdisciplinary team, patients, and family care partners.
• Functions in a developing leadership role, including assuming Charge Nurse responsibilities when assigned.
• Assists with the orientation of staff and students in the absence of a designated preceptor.
• Demonstrates effective communication and conflict-resolution skills.

Quality Improvement & Professional Development

• Identifies opportunities for policy revisions based on evidence-based research.
• Engages in professional development and actively applies the Synergy Model for Care in clinical practice.
• Collects, reports, and analyzes data to improve patient care and meet organizational standards.
• Participates in surveys, interviews, and other methods used to identify and resolve opportunities for improvement.
• Maintains required points and contact hours in accordance with the clinical lattice PLAN system.

MINIMUM QUALFICATIONS:

Education & Experience

Candidates must meet one of the following requirements:

Option 1 - Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)Graduate of an accredited prelicensure Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program and meet one of the following:

• At least 12 months of recent nursing experience within the past five years; or
• Recent completion of a re-entry nursing program.

OR

Option 2 - 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.

Exceptions

Current Emory Healthcare LPNs: Current 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: 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, and affiliated Physician Groups: RN Clinicians at these 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.

Licensure

• Must possess a valid, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license approved by the Georgia Board of Nursing.

Certifications

• BLS certification required.
• ACLS certification may be required for certain departments following hire.
• Additional certifications may be required based on department and specialty.
• If performing virtual care activities that may include multi-state practice, an active compact/multistate RN license (eNLC) is required within 60 days of hire.
• Employees in the role prior to November 9, 2025, will have until their next license renewal date to achieve compact/multistate status.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: (Medium-Heavy) 36-75 lbs, 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 20-35 lbs, 34-66% of the workday; (frequently); 10-20 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 75 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 35 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking; Occasional sitting; Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing); Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks. ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environmental conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure; Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors; Communicable diseases; Electrical shock; Floor Surfaces; Hot/Cold Temperatures; Indoor/Outdoor conditions; Latex; Lighting; Patient care/handling injuries; Radiation; Shift work; Travel may be required; Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators; environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

Additional Details

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare's Human Resources at careers@emoryhealthcare.org. Please note that one week''s advance notice is preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: (Medium-Heavy) 36-75 lbs, 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 20-35 lbs, 34-66% of the workday; (frequently); 10-20 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 75 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 35 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking; Occasional sitting; Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing); Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks. ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environmental conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure; Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors; Communicable diseases; Electrical shock; Floor Surfaces; Hot/Cold Temperatures; Indoor/Outdoor conditions; Latex; Lighting; Patient care/handling injuries; Radiation; Shift work; Travel may be required; Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators; environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.