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Operating Room Registered Nurse / RN at Emory Health Care summary:

As an Operating Room Registered Nurse at Emory Healthcare, you will provide safe and effective care for patients in surgical settings. You will utilize your nursing expertise to communicate with patients and families, document care accurately, and tailor the care plan based on patient needs. The role requires collaboration within a diverse healthcare team to ensure quality patient outcomes and cultural sensitivity.

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, and leadership programs
• And more

Opportunities are available at multiple Hospital and Ambulatory Surgery Center locations including:

Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital

Emory University Hospital

Emory University Hospital Midtown

Emory Johns Creek Hospital

Emory Decatur Hospital

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. 

Emory Healthcare is currently seeking experienced Operating Room Registered Nurses (RN) who have acquired broad experience in caring for patients, and have developed a sound understanding about the care of a particular patient population. This individual:

• Routinely use acquired knowledge, theory, research and experience to respond to changes in clinical situations
• Deliver safe, dependable and effective care to a patient population independently utilizing the nursing process
• Apply the Synergy Model for Care in practice, and use this knowledge to personalize care for each patient/family
• Communicate effectively and respectfully with the patient, the patient's family, and other members of the healthcare team
• Document the nursing process accurately and in the appropriate format (e.g. computer, clinical pathway, chart)
• Utilize patient/family input and goals in planning plan of care
• Evaluate patient's response to planned care and adjusts plan of care as appropriate.
• Recognize needs and advocate for patient based on knowledge of condition
• Recognize that cultural differences need to be considered in developing patient and family relationships (focus on identifying cultural norms)

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing 12 months of recent experience within the past five years or recent completion of a re-entry nursing program.
• 24 months of Operating Room (OR) experience preferred. 
• Must have a valid, active unencumbered Nursing license or temporary permit approved by the Georgia Licensing Board.
• BLS certification required and ACLS may be required in designated departments

JOIN OUR TEAM TODAY! Emory Healthcare (EHC), part of Emory University (EUV), is the most comprehensive academic health system in Georgia and the first and only in Georgia with a Magnet® designated ambulatory practice. We are made up of 11 hospitals-4 Magnet® designated, the Emory Clinic, and more than 425 provider locations. 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. 

Supporting a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture. Emory Healthcare (EHC) is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and/or veteran's status. EHC does not discriminate on the basis of any factor stated above or prohibited under applicable law. EHC respects, values, and celebrates the unique perspectives and backgrounds of all individuals. EHC aspires to create an environment of collaboration and true belonging for all our patients and team members. Emory Healthcare (EHC) is committed to achieving a diverse workforce through equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policy in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training.  

ACCOMODATIONS: EHC will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.”  

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

 
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures 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. 

Keywords:

Operating Room Nurse, Registered Nurse, surgical care, patient advocacy, healthcare team, nursing process, clinical documentation, BLS certification, ACLS training, patient-centered care

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