MICU Registered Nurse

At Emory University Hospital Midtown, our General Medical ICU is a 20-bed unit specializing in sepsis/septic shock, respiratory failure, cardiovascular instability, neurologic conditions, GI/hepatic emergencies, and toxicology.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits that start day one
• Student loan repayment assistance and reimbursement programs
• Family-focused benefits
• Wellness incentives
• Ongoing mentorship, development, and leadership programs

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

Requirements

• 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 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
  • Emory Warner Robins, Perry and affiliated Physician Groups location RN Clinicians with an Associate's Degree in Nursing with less than 2 years experience as a new hire or transferring as of 3/29/2026, must sign an obligation agreement to complete an ADN-to-BSN program within two years of entering the RN Clinician role
• Valid, unencumbered Registered Nursing License approved by the Georgia Board of Nursing
• 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

Schedule

• Year-round shifts: 7a-7p or 7p-7a
• Required: 3 weekend shifts in a four-week schedule period and holiday group assignment (group assigned randomly on hire)
• Orientation is competency based and varies by experience but will not exceed 20 weeks

Physical Requirements

• Medium-Heavy work: 36-75 lbs occasionally (0-33% of the work day), 20-35 lbs frequently (34-66% of the workday), 10-20 lbs constantly (67-100% of the workday)
• Lifting 75 lbs maximum
• Carrying of objects up to 35 lbs
• Occasional to frequent standing and walking
• Occasional sitting
• Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing)
• Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks

Environmental Factors

• Exposures may include but are 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