Ortho Medical Surgical Registered Nurse / RN

Emory Healthcare; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits from day 1

Student loan repayment assistance

Family-focused benefits

Wellness incentives

Mentorship and leadership development

Job summary

Emory Healthcare seeks an experienced RN Clinician who delivers safe, patient-centered care using the nursing process and the AACN Synergy Model. The role acts as a resource for colleagues and advocates for patients and families.

Core duties include patient assessments, care planning, documentation in electronic records, teaching families, and leading with the interdisciplinary team. Licensure as a Georgia RN and BLS certification are required; ACLS may be required for some departments.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited BSN with 12 months nursing experience within the past five years, or recent completion of a re-entry nursing program.
• Graduate of an accredited ADN with minimum 2 years nursing experience within the past five years.
• LPNs within Emory Healthcare may transition to RN after RN Resident Program; ADN-to-BSN obligation within two years of entering RN Clinician role.
• Georgia RN license required (valid and unencumbered).
• BLS certification required; ACLS may be required for certain departments; multistate license status within 60 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Delivers safe, independent nursing care using the nursing process.
• Performs thorough patient assessments and documents in records.
• Develops and implements patient care plans with patient/family input.
• Documents care in electronic and physical records.
• Identifies learning needs and recommends resources for patients and families.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary team and supports precepting when needed.

Skills

BLS certification

ACLS may be required

Multi-state license

Communication

Leadership

Education

BSN degree

ADN degree

Tools

Electronic medical records

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. We provide:

• 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

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

Description

Job Summary: 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.

Primary duties and responsibilities:

Clinical Practice & Patient Care

• 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.

Leadership & Team Collaboration

• 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.

Quality Improvement & Professional Development

• 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.

Required

Minimum Qualifications: Education / Experience: 1. *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: 1. *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. 2. 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. 3. 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.

Licensure: A valid, unencumbered Registered Nursing License approved by the Georgia Board of Nursing.

Certification: 1. BLS certification 2. ACLS may be required for certain departments, post hire 3. Additional certifications may be required based on department and specialty 4. 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.

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.

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.