Registered Nurse Progressive Care Unit NightsPhoebe Putney Health System • Cusseta, Georgia, USA

Registered Nurse Progressive Care Unit Nights

Phoebe Putney Health System • Cusseta, Georgia, USA

30+ days ago

Job type

Full-time

Job description

Registered Nurse Progressive Care Unit Nights at Phoebe Putney Health System summary :

A Registered Nurse in the Progressive Care Unit works on night shifts providing comprehensive care to patients, adhering to hospital policies while demonstrating critical skills in patient assessment and communication. This role requires an Associate Degree in Nursing, a current RN license, and proficiency in advanced cardiac life support. The nurse must maintain competency through ongoing education and effectively manage a range of patient needs in a dynamic and often high-stress environment.

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.
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 - Internal

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

2 year / Associate Degree in Nursing from a state accredited school (Required)

4 year / Bachelor's Degree in 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, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) must be obtained prior to completing unit orientation

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 (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%)

Keywords :

Registered Nurse, Progressive Care Unit, Patient Care, Healthcare, Night Shift, Nursing, Patient Assessment, ACLS, RN License, Hospital

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