Cardiothoracic Surgery Stepdown / Registered Nurse

Overview

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Description

Do you want to be a part of a nationally acclaimed cardiac program? Do you want to thrive in a complex and fast-paced environment? Then 6E, a cardiovascular surgical unit, is the place for you! On 6E you will be working with chest tubes, surgical wounds, hanging blood, anti-arrhythmic drugs, inotropes, pacing wires, trachs and LVADs.

 

• Number of beds: 24
• Patient Population/Typical Diagnoses: heart transplantation, coronary bypass grafts (CABGs), valve repairs or replacement, thoracic aneurysm repair, congenital heart defect repair, and ventricular assist devices (VADs).
• Targeted Nurse-to-Patient Ratio: 1:3-4

 

6E was recognized during the 2023 ANCC Magnet recertification as an Exemplar for supporting nurses’ participation in inter-professional collaborative practices for daily in-person Interdisciplinary Rounds (IDRs) with our APPs, nutrition, social work, physical therapy, and nursing. Our staff raise the bar by providing clinical expertise and the highest quality care, in the most compassionate way. Come be a part of the team!

 

 

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

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.

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:

*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.

Licensure:

• A valid, unencumbered Registered Nursing License approved by the Georgia Board of Nursing.

Certification: