Cardiovascular Stepdown Registered Nurse / RN

Emory Healthcare; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits from day 1

Student loan assistance

Family-focused benefits

Wellness incentives

Mentorship programs

Job summary

Emory Healthcare is seeking an RN Clinician in the Cardiovascular Stepdown Department to provide skilled nursing care aligned with the AACN Synergy Model. This role focuses on personalized care plans, safety, and strong collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.

The ideal candidate will hold a BSN or ADN with recent acute care experience, be licensed in Georgia, and meet BLS (with ACLS where required). This full‑time weekend option (7a‑7:30p) offers mentorship and opportunities for

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited BSN with 12 months nursing experience in past five years, or recent RN re-entry program.
• ADN graduates: minimum 2 years of recent nursing experience in past five years.
• Current, unencumbered Georgia RN license.
• BLS certification; ACLS may be required for certain departments.
• If virtual care involves multi-state practice, active compact/multistate license (eNLC) within 60 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, effective, independent nursing care using the nursing process.
• Perform thorough patient assessments and develop care plans incorporating patient/family input.
• Document care accurately in electronic and physical records.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team, patient, and family care partners.
• Act as a resource to colleagues and advocate for patients and families.
• Engage in professional growth and apply the Synergy Model for Care in practice.
• Support orientation of staff and students when needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Conflict resolution

Education

BSN

ADN with 2+ years experience

RN license (Georgia)

BLS

ACLS (dept. dependent)

eNLC multi-state license

Job description

Benefits

At Emory Healthcare we fuel your professional journey with better benefits, valuable resources, ongoing mentorship and leadership programs for all types of jobs, and a supportive environment that enables you to reach new heights in your career and be what you want to be.

Be inspired . Be rewarded. Belong. At Emory Healthcare.

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

Description

Weekend Option 7a-7:30p / Full-Time / 36 Hours

We're seeking a RN Clinician, Cardiovascular Stepdown Department responsible for being a capable clinician who has acquired broad experience in caring for patients and has developed a sound understanding about the care of a particular patient population and routinely uses acquired knowledge, theory, research and experience to respond to changes in clinical situations. This RN professional can apply the Synergy Model for Care in practice and use this knowledge to personalize care for each patient/family while serving as a resource to colleagues and strong advocate for them.

• 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, they adapt to changing situations and personalize care based on the AACN Synergy Model for Patient Care.
• They serve as a resource for colleagues and advocate for patients and families.
• Delivers safe, effective, and independent nursing care using the nursing process.
• Performs thorough patient assessments and recognizes the impact of nursing care on outcomes.
• Develops and implements patient care plans, incorporating patient/family input and adjusting as needed.
• Documents care accurately and efficiently in electronic and physical records.
• Identifies patient and family learning needs, recommending appropriate resources.
• Recognizes cultural differences and individualizes care accordingly.
• Delegates appropriately using the Synergy Model of Care.
• Works effectively with the interdisciplinary team, patient, 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 per the clinical lattice PLAN system.
• 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.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited prelicensure Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), AND A. 12 months of recent nursing experience within the past five years, OR B. Recent completion of a re‑entry nursing program. OR, 2. Graduate of an accredited prelicensure Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) with a minimum of 2 years of recent nursing experience within the past five years.
• Exceptions: 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 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. Emory Warner Robins, Perry and affiliated Physician Groups location RN Clinicians with an Associate's Degree in Nursing with less than 2 years experience as a new hire or transferring as of 3/29/2026, must sign an obligation agreement to complete an ADN‑to‑BSN program within two years of entering the RN Clinician role.
• A valid, unencumbered Registered Nursing License approved by the Georgia Board of Nursing.
• BLS certification.
• ACLS may be required for certain departments, post 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. Employees in role prior to 11/09/2025 will have until their next renewal date to achieve compact status.

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 [e-mail] . 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.