Registered Nurse - Albany, GA, United States - Phoebe Putney Health System

Description

Phoebe Putney Health System is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) Acute Care for a nursing job in Albany, Georgia.
Job Description & Requirements

~ Specialty:
Acute Care

~ Discipline:

RN
~ Duration:
Ongoing

~36 hours per week
~ Shift: 12 hours, nights

~ Employment Type:
Staff

Description

JOB SUMMARY
~ Provides professional nursing care for assigned patients according to established standards and practices. Duties include assessment of patients, developing plan of care, implementing the plan of care and evaluating plan of care. Position requires a high quality of care in order to meet the Hospital's core mission.


GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
Adheres to the hospital and departmental attendance and punctuality guidelines
Performs all job responsibilities in alignment with the core values, mission and vision of the organization
Performs other duties as required and completes all job functions as per departmental policies and procedures
Maintains current knowledge in present areas of responsibility (ie, self education, attends ongoing educational programs)
Attends staff meetings and completes mandatory in-services and requirements and competency evaluations on time.

Demonstrates competency at all levels in providing care to all patients based on age, sex, weight, and demonstrated needs.

For non-clinical areas, has attended training and demonstrates usage of age- specific customer service skills.
Wears protective clothing and equipment as appropriate.

WORKING CONDITIONS

General environment:
Works in a well-lighted, air-conditioned area, with moderate noise levels.
May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.
May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids, or infectious organisms.

May be required to change from one task to another of different nature without loss of efficiency or composure.

Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.
May be scheduled as needed including overtime

Qualifications

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
~2 year/Associate Degree in Nursing from a state accredited school (Required)
~4 year/Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (Preferred)


EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
~1+ years Nursing Experience (Preferred)


CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSURES
~ Required Certifications/Licensures:
Registered Nurse (RN) with current Georgia license, Basic Life Support (BLS), If working on a designated stroke unit, Advanced Stroke Life Support (ASLS) and National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) must be obtained within 2 years of hire


GENERAL SKILLS
Organizational Skills
Communication Skills
Interpersonal Skills
Customer Relations
Read/Comprehend Written Instructions
Follow Verbal Instructions
Basic Computer Skills.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Have near normal vision - Clarity of vision (both near and far), ability to distinguish colors
Have good - manual dexterity and eye-hand-foot coordination

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Standing - Continuously within shift %)
Walking - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
Sitting - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
Climbing - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
Bending/Stooping - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
Twist at waist - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
Pushing/Pulling - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
Lift/carry up to 20 lbs - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
Reaching above shoulder - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
Lift/carry
50 lbs with assistance - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
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Posted job title:
registered nurse (rn) - acute care 2e part-time

About Phoebe Putney Health System Phoebe Putney Health System is southwest Georgia's preferred career choice for professionals who want to improve the community's health by joining a respected, cutting-edge team.

We offer you the opportunity to collaborate with the best colleagues in a friendly, close-knit setting that feels like family.

Your career at Phoebe will allow you to apply learned skills, explore new paths and advance into greater opportunities.
Benefits
~ Life insurance
~403b retirement plan
~ Medical benefits
~ Health savings account
~ Employee assistance programs
~ Health Care FSA
~ Dental benefits