RN Clinician PACU / Perry Hospital

Houston Healthcare; Kentucky; On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Emory Healthcare is seeking an RN Clinician to deliver safe, evidence-based nursing care and perform comprehensive patient assessments. The role emphasizes collaboration with an interdisciplinary team and leadership duties such as charging the nurse role when assigned.

Candidates should have BSN or ADN with recent nursing experience and hold an active RN license. The position includes clinical responsibilities, policy adherence, and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited BSN program or ADN program with required nursing experience as specified.
• Active RN licensure in appropriate state or compact license.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, independent nursing care following the nursing process.
• Perform thorough patient assessments and document findings.
• Develop and implement patient care plans incorporating patient/family input.
• Record care accurately in electronic and physical records.
• Lead/assist in unit activities and orient staff when needed.

Skills

Nursing care

Clinical assessment

Electronic health records

Education

BSN (Bachelor of Science in Nursing)

ADN (Associate Degree in Nursing)

Tools

BLS certification

ACLS (may be required)

Job description

Work Shift

Day - 8 Hour (United States of America)

Primary duties and responsibilities: Clinical Practice & Patient Care

1. Delivers safe, effective, and independent nursing care using the nursing process.
2. Performs thorough patient assessments and recognizes the impact of nursing care on outcomes.
3. Develops and implements patient care plans, incorporating patient/family input and adjusting as needed.
4. Documents care accurately and efficiently in electronic and physical records.
5. Identifies patient and family learning needs, recommending appropriate resources.
6. Recognizes cultural differences and individualizes care accordingly.

Leadership & Team Collaboration

1. Delegates appropriately using the Synergy Model of Care.
2. Works effectively with the interdisciplinary team, patient, and family care partners.
3. Functions in a developing leadership role, including Charge Nurse responsibilities when assigned.
4. Assists in orienting staff and students in the absence of a designated preceptor.
5. Demonstrates strong communication and conflict resolution skills.

Quality Improvement & Professional Development

1. Identifies the need for policy revisions based on evidence-based research.
2. Engages in professional growth and actively applies the Synergy Model for Care in practice.
3. Collects, reports, and analyzes data to improve patient care and meet organizational standards.
4. Participates in surveys, interviews, and other methods to identify and resolve areas for improvement.
5. Maintains required points and contact hours per the clinical lattice PLAN system.

Additional Duties as Assigned.

Required Minimum Qualifications

1. *Graduate of an accredited prelicensure Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), ANDA. 12 months of recent nursing experience within the past five years, ORB. 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 group locations: Registered Nurse Clinicians holding an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN/ASN) who were employed in the RN Clinician role prior to March 29, 2026, are grandfathered and are not subject to the BSN completion requirement.
4. Effective March 29, 2026, newly hired or transferring RN Clinicians holding an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN/ASN) and having fewer than two years of nursing experience must sign an educational obligation agreement requiring enrollment in an ADN-to-BSN program and completion of the BSN degree 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 is 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

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.

Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

FTE

1