Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery / Step-Down Unit / RN

Overview

Job Summary: The RN Clinician, WEO 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

• 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.

Benefits

• 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!

Weekend Option

Have you ever dreamed of being part of a team that provides exceptional care? Help care for our patients in a unique cross‑trained nurse role in two distinct units: complex surgery and concierge medicine. On 8E you will work with chest tubes, epidurals, PCA’s, tracheotomies, telemetry, various cardiac drips, and mixture and administration of pulmonary hypertension medications. On 6B Rollins, our concierge unit, you will care for a variety of medical/surgical and telemetry patients.

• Number of Beds: 24 (8E); 6 (6B Rollins)
• Patient Population / Typical Diagnoses:
  • 8E: Lung transplants, lung abnormalities and malignancy, esophageal and gastric obstructions and perforations, AAA or thoracic aneurysms, pulmonary hypertension, cardiac valve repairs, peripheral arterial disease
  • 6B Rollins: Medical, general surgery, and telemetry
• Targeted Nurse‑to‑Patient Ratio: 1:3‑4 (8E); 1:2 (6B Rollins)

Qualifications

• Education / Experience
  • Graduate of an accredited pre‑licensure Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and 12 months recent nursing experience within the past five years, or recent completion of a re‑entry nursing program.
  • Graduate of an accredited pre‑licensure Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) with a minimum of 2 years recent nursing experience within the past five years.
  • Exceptions:
    • Current LPNs employed within the Emory Healthcare 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
    • 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 the role prior to 11/09/2025 will have until their next renewal date to achieve compact status.

  Physical Requirements

  Medium‑Heavy: lifting 75 lbs max; carrying objects up to 35 lbs; occasional to frequent standing, walking, and sitting; close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing). Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

  Environmental Factors

  • 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

  Equal Opportunity Statement

  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.