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Ortho Surgical Acute Care Registered Nurse / RN

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Description

7a-7:30p / FT / 36 hours per week   

We're seeking a Registered Nurse, Ortho Surgical 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, 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 advocate for them strongly.

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.

Key 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.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education / Experience:

*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,

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.

Licensure:

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

Certification:

BLS certification

ACLS may be required for certain departments, post hire

Additional certifications may be required based on department and specialty

JOIN OUR TEAM TODAY! Emory Healthcare (EHC), part of Emory University (EUV), is the most comprehensive academic health system in Georgia and the first and only in Georgia with a Magnet® designated ambulatory practice. We are made up of 11 hospitals-4 Magnet® designated, the Emory Clinic, and more than 425 provider locations. The Emory Healthcare Network, established in 2011, is the largest clinically integrated network in Georgia, with more than 3,450 physicians concentrating in 70 different subspecialties. 

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 [email protected]. Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.

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