Emory Midtown Hospital Cardiac Stepdown Virtual

Emory University Hospital Midtown:
Cardiac Stepdown Virtual Interview Day

Monday, November 9th, 2026

Exceptional Patient and Family-Centered Care

Emory University Hospital Midtown is home to leading specialists who provide comprehensive, collaborative care across a wide range of specialties. What began as a 26-bed sanatorium has grown into a full-service, 600+ bed hospital serving Atlanta and the Southeast for more than 100 years.

Consistently ranked among Georgia’s top hospitals, we offer advanced care in cancer, heart and vascular services, endocrinology, ENT, gastroenterology, geriatrics, gynecology, nephrology, neurology, orthopaedics, and urology.

Join us for a virtual interview day to explore how you can grow your career with a nurse-empowered organization delivering innovative, lifesaving care to medically complex patients.

• When
  :
  Moday, November 9th, 9am - 1pm
• Location
  :
  Zoom
• Who
  :
  Experienced Registered Nurses with active RN Licenses approved by the Georgia Board of Nursing
• Specialty: Cardiology Stepdown & Cardiovascular Stepdown (see below job description)
• Shifts: Full-time Day and Night shifts available (36 hours per week)

Specialty:
Cardiology Stepdown

The 38-bed Cardiology/Telemetry unit primarily functions as a Cardiac Stepdown unit, providing specialized care to patients requiring cardiac monitoring and management. The unit has a strong focus on cardioversions, pre- and post-procedure care for pacemaker and implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD) implantation and explanation, and the management of patients with heart failure. As part of the orientation process, all new hires participate in specialized education covering EKG interpretation, cardiac dysrhythmias, heart failure management, and device therapy to support clinical competency and deliver high-quality patient care.

Specialty:
Cardiovascular Step Down

The CV Stepdown is a high-volume, fast-paced Cardiovascular Thoracic Stepdown unit, also known as an Intermediate Care Unit (IMCU) or Progressive Care Unit (PCU). The unit provides intermediate-level care for patients recovering from open and minimally invasive cardiac and thoracic procedures, surgical interventions, congenital or acquired cardiac defects, and heart attacks.

Nurses provide specialized care to patients requiring close cardiac monitoring, specialized cardiac medications, and advanced treatment modalities. This dynamic environment offers experienced nurses the opportunity to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care while supporting patients through recovery from complex cardiovascular and thoracic conditions.

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.

• 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…