Acute Care Registered Nurse Decatur / RN

Overview

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Description

Acute Care Decatur Hospital (Medical, Surgical, Orthopedics, Telemetry, Facility Float) FT Nights, FT/PT Days)

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

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.

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:

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.

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

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 View email address on click.appcast.io . Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.

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Division Emory Decatur Hospital

Campus Location Decatur, GA, 30033

Campus Location US-GA-Decatur

Department DEC-Nursing Unit 3200

Job Type Regular Full-Time

Job Number 156359

Job Category Nursing

Schedule 7p-7:30a

Standard Hours 36 Hours

Hourly Minimum USD $43.00/Hr.

Hourly Midpoint USD $49.84/Hr.

Emory Healthcare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity in all of its employment practices and decisions. Emory Healthcare prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age (40 and over), disability, citizenship, genetic information, service in the uniformed services, veteran status or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.