Mother Baby Registered Nurse / RN

Emory Healthcare is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to join the Mother Baby unit as an RN Clinician. In this role, you will deliver safe, effective, and independent nursing care to postpartum patients and newborns using the AACN Synergy Model for Patient Care. You will serve as a clinical resource for colleagues, advocate for patients and families, and contribute to a supportive healthcare environment.

Responsibilities

Clinical Practice and Patient Care

• Deliver safe, effective, and independent nursing care using the nursing process
• Perform thorough patient assessments and recognize the impact of nursing care on outcomes
• Develop and implement patient care plans, incorporating patient and family input and adjusting as needed
• Document care accurately and efficiently in electronic and physical records
• Identify patient and family learning needs and recommend appropriate resources
• Recognize cultural differences and individualize care accordingly

Leadership and Team Collaboration

• Delegate appropriately using the Synergy Model of Care
• Work effectively with the interdisciplinary team, patients, and family care partners
• Function in a developing leadership role, including Charge Nurse responsibilities when assigned
• Assist in orienting staff and students in the absence of a designated preceptor
• Demonstrate strong communication and conflict resolution skills

Quality Improvement and Professional Development

• Identify the need for policy revisions based on evidence-based research
• Engage in professional growth and actively apply the Synergy Model for Care in practice
• Collect, report, and analyze data to improve patient care and meet organizational standards
• Participate in surveys, interviews, and other methods to identify and resolve areas for improvement
• Maintain required points and contact hours per the clinical lattice PLAN system

Required Qualifications

Education and Experience

You must meet one of the following:

• Graduate of an accredited prelicensure Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) with a minimum of 12 months of recent nursing experience within the past five years, OR recent completion of a re-entry nursing program
• 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

Special Exceptions

• Current LPNs employed within Emory Healthcare 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 March 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 and less than 2 years of experience as a new hire or transferring as of March 29, 2026 must sign an obligation agreement to complete an ADN-to-BSN program within two years of entering the RN Clinician role

Licenses and Certifications

• Valid, unencumbered Registered Nursing License approved by the Georgia Board of Nursing
• BLS certification
• ACLS certification 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 role prior to November 9, 2025 will have until their next renewal date to achieve compact status

Physical Requirements

This position requires medium-heavy physical demands:

• Lifting 36-75 lbs occasionally (0-33% of work day)
• Lifting 20-35 lbs frequently (34-66% of work day)
• Lifting 10-20 lbs constantly (67-100% of work day)
• Maximum lifting capacity of 75 lbs
• Carrying objects up to 35 lbs
• Occasional to frequent standing and walking
• Occasional sitting
• Close eye work including computer use, typing, reading, and writing
• Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and tasks

Environmental Factors

You may be exposed to:

• Blood-borne pathogens
• Bio-hazardous waste
• Chemicals, gases, fumes, and vapors
• Communicable diseases
• Electrical shock
• Various floor surfaces
• Hot and cold temperatures
• Indoor and outdoor conditions
• Latex
• Variable lighting conditions
• Patient care and handling injury risks
• Radiation
• Shift work
• Travel may be required
• Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators

Environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and tasks.

Benefits

Emory Healthcare offers comprehensive support for your professional development and well-being:

• Comprehensive health benefits starting day 1
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance and Reimbursement Programs
• Family-focused benefits
• Wellness incentives
• Ongoing mentorship, development, and leadership programs