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Emory Healthcare

Academic medical center delivering patient care

Emergency Department Registered Nurse Charge Nurse

Nursing & Frontline Patient CareConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeAtlanta, GA, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is required. Nurses at Emory Warner Robins, Perry, and affiliated Physician Groups locations who obtained an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) before March 29, 2026, are grandfathered as meeting the education requirement.
  • At least 2 years of clinical nursing experience is required.
  • A valid, active, unencumbered Registered Nursing License approved by the Georgia Board of Nursing is required.
  • BLS certification is required.
  • ACLS or PALS may be required after hire for certain departments.
  • Additional certifications may be required based on department and specialty.
  • Applicants must be able to meet the stated physical demands, including lifting up to 75 pounds and carrying objects up to 35 pounds; standing, walking, sitting, and close eye work may be required.
  • Applicants must be able to work in an environment that may involve blood-borne pathogens, bio-hazardous waste, chemicals, gases, fumes, vapors, communicable diseases, electrical shock, varied floor surfaces and temperatures, indoor and outdoor conditions, latex, lighting, patient-care or handling injuries, and radiation, and use personal protective equipment including respirators.
  • Shift work may be required, and travel may be required.

Responsibilities

  • Plan, coordinate, and direct the daily operations of a specific shift on a clinical unit, providing formal clinical leadership at the point of care.
  • Serve as a clinical resource to staff and a liaison with physicians and administrators to facilitate patient- and family-centered care.
  • Mentor Registered Nurses in the role and functions of Charge Nurse.
  • Lead and coordinate team behavior among staff and foster the development of leadership skills in others.
  • Provide direction and guidance to less experienced staff on policies, scheduling, assignments, organizational skills, and daily operations.
  • Complete performance reviews with input from the Nurse Manager as appropriate.
  • Evaluate resource use and cost-containment activities.
  • Coordinate unit staffing to meet department needs.
  • Identify an operational problem and initiate a test of change.
  • Participate in preparing for regulatory agency reviews.
  • Assist with administrative activities, including budget planning, identifying cost-containment measures, coordinating unit staffing schedules, and communicating areas of concern to the Nurse Manager.
  • Evaluate the impact of policies on daily operations.
  • Support administrative decisions and facilitate daily operational issues with staff.
  • Ensure compliance with educational requirements through scheduling, planning, and support.
  • Participate in unit- or system-based professional governance or practice council activities and raise workflow, equipment, or practice issues affecting patient care.
  • Model effective communication, listen to and understand others' perspectives, and foster open and candid communication.
  • Mediate conflicts between staff and take appropriate action to correct unacceptable communication or behavior.
  • Take appropriate action to counsel employees, including verbal warnings for attendance and performance issues.
  • Support unit and colleague needs with supportive, non-judgmental behavior; empower and advocate for nurses.
  • Address customer concerns and complaints, following up with the Nurse Manager and risk management as appropriate.
  • Address escalated patient issues and refer them to the Nurse Manager or Patient Advocate when they cannot be resolved.
  • Monitor issues and their resolution.
  • Challenge and shape systems on the unit and hospital-wide to achieve the best possible outcomes.
  • Implement approaches to meet patient and family needs.
  • Identify unit staff needs and ensure they have resources and tools to meet patient and family needs.
  • Identify, initiate, and collaborate on needed educational programs.
  • Develop management- and leadership-focused in-service training, such as time management, team building, conflict resolution, budgeting, and leadership activities.
  • Demonstrate current evidence-based practice and disseminate information.
  • Question management practices as they relate to research.

Desired Qualifications

  • A master's or doctorate degree in nursing is preferred.
  • Nursing specialty certification relevant to the area of practice is preferred.

About the Company

Emory Healthcare

Academic medical center delivering patient care

Emory Healthcare provides hospital-based medical care and supports a broad range of health services, from routine treatment to complex medical interventions. The organization combines clinical practice with medical research to advance treatments and patient outcomes. Its approach emphasizes expertise, collaboration, and compassionate care to improve lives inside hospitals and in the wider community. Emory Healthcare differentiates itself through high-quality patient care, active research programs, and a culture that prioritizes excellence and humanity. The overarching goal is to deliver excellent patient outcomes while expanding knowledge through research and education, ultimately improving health outcomes for patients locally and beyond.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Conyers, GA
Founded
2015

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