Endoscopy Registered Nurse

Overview

Be inspired. Be rewarded. Belong. At Emory Healthcare. Benefits include comprehensive health benefits starting day 1, student loan repayment assistance, family-focused benefits, wellness incentives, ongoing mentorship and leadership programs, and more.

Description

The RN Clinician- Specialty Services is an experienced healthcare professional responsible for delivering safe, effective, and independent nursing care for a specific patient population. They adapt to changing situations, personalize care based on the AACN Synergy Model for Patient Care, serve as a resource for colleagues, and advocate for patients and families. They also lead and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team, assist in orienting staff and students, and demonstrate strong communication and conflict resolution skills. Additionally, they engage in quality improvement and professional development activities.

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.

Literature

• Delegates appropriately using the Synergy Model of Care.
• Works effectively with the interdisciplinary team, patient, and family care partners.
• Fulfills a developing leadership role, including Charge Nurse responsibilities when assigned.
• Aids in orienting staff and students in the absence of a designated preceptor.

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

• Graduate of an accredited prelicensure Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), AND 12 months of recent nursing experience within the past five years, OR
• 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 obtained 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 & Certification

• A valid, unencumbered Registered Nursing License approved by the Georgia Board of Nursing.
• BLS certification.
• 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.
• If hired into a Wound Care Dept., completion of an accredited WOC Nursing Education program is required. Completion of certification in Wound Care and Ostomy Care within 12 months of entering the role is also required.

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.

Physical Requirements

• 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)

Environmental Factors

• Blood-borne pathogen exposure
• Bio-hazardous waste
• Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors
• Communicable diseases
• Electrical shock
• Latex
• Patient care/handling injuries
• Radiation
• Shift work
• Travel may be required
• Use of personal protective equipment