- Full-time | - Day Shift
JOB SUMMARY
- Provides professional nursing care for assigned patients according to established standards and practices. Duties include assessment of patients, developing a plan of care, implementing the plan of care, and evaluating the 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 (i.e., self-education, attends ongoing educational programs)
- Attends staff meetings and completes mandatory in-services and requirements and competency evaluations on time.
- Wears protective clothing and equipment as appropriate.
- 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.
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.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
- 2 year / Associate Degree from a state accredited School of Professional Nursing (Required)
- 4 year / Bachelor's Degree from a state accredited School of Professional Nursing (Preferred)
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
- 1 - 2 years Nursing Experience (Preferred)
CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSURES
- Required Certifications/Licensures: Registered Nurse (RN) with current Georgia license, AHA BLS & Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
GENERAL SKILLS
- Organizational Skills
- Communication Skills
- Interpersonal Skills
- Customer Relations
- 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 (67-100%)
- 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%)
- Reaching above shoulder - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
- Nursing
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Phoebe Putney Health System is a proud member of the Georgia Diversity Council and we are committed to equity in hiring, promotions, and opportunities. We recognize that diversity and inclusion make us stronger as a healthcare community and we strive to be an accurate reflection of the communities we serve.
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