Preop and PACU RN (Dunwoody)

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This is a PRN/Registry position

PRN RN: $48/flat rate

Note: Current Emory employees cannot have more than one role in our system

Emory’s Ambulatory Surgery Center in Dunwoody is seeking a Preoperative (Pre op) and Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Registered Nurse, with 2+ years of experience, capable of supporting both areas. The Surgical Services 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. PACU Preop RN

• 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 Dunwoody

• Number of Rooms: 3 Operating and 4 Minor Procedure Rooms
• Nursing scope of practice: GI, Physiatry, Orthopedics, GYN, Ophthalmology, Oculoplastics, Port placements/removal, Colorectal
• Daily patient population: Approximately 45
• Our Prep & PACU nurses rotate an 8-hour shift ( see staffing hours below )
• Staffing Hours: 6a-2:30p Pre op, 6:30a-3:00p OR and 7:00 or 7:30a-3:30 or 4:00p PACU. Hours