Post Anesthesia Care Unit Registered Nurse at Emory Healthcare

Atlanta, Georgia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

11 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

11 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patient Care, Clinical Knowledge, Assessment Skills, Care Plan Development, Documentation Skills, Cultural Competence, Interdisciplinary Collaboration, Leadership Skills, Communication Skills, Conflict Resolution, Data Analysis, Policy Revision, Professional Growth, Mentorship, Nursing Process, Patient Advocacy

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Overview Be inspired. Be rewarded. Belong. At Emory Healthcare. At Emory Healthcare we fuel your professional journey with better benefits, valuable resources, ongoing mentorship and leadership programs for all types of jobs, and a supportive environment that enables you to reach new heights in your career and be what you want to be. We provide: Comprehensive health benefits that start day one! Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs Family-focused benefits Wellness incentives Ongoing mentorship, development, leadership programs…. and more! Description Our Ambulatory Surgery Center is seeking a Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Registered Nurse with 2+ years of experience. The Surgical Services Registered Nurse 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. 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. Minimum Qualifications: *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, 2. 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. A 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 Join our team today! 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. We are made up of 11 hospitals-4 Magnet® designated, the Emory Clinic, and more than 425 provider locations. Ambulatory Surgery Center at Emory Aesthetic Center Number of Rooms: 3 Operating Rooms Nursing scope of practice: Otolaryngology (Nasal Turbinoplasty/Turbinectomy/Rhinoplasty), Rhytidectomy Cheek/Chin/Neck, Breast Reduction, Mastopexy, Mastectomy, Breast Implant and/or Implant Removal, Abdominal Lipectomy/Abdominoplasty/Panniculectomy and/or liposuction/fat grafting Daily patient population: Between 6–12, depending on procedures scheduled Staffing Hours: 6a-2:30p Pre op, 7a-3:30p OR and 9a-5:30p PACU. Hours may vary depending on cases and/or schedule needs. No weekends or holidays. We do rotate “stay lates” based on surgery schedule needs. Other Info: Travel to other Emory ASC’s is REQUIRED. There is a 6-week orientation period. 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 careers@emoryhealthcare.org. Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.

Responsibilities

The PACU Registered Nurse delivers safe and effective nursing care, performs thorough patient assessments, and develops patient care plans. They also document care accurately, engage in professional growth, and work collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team.