Registered Nurse (RN) - Acute Care
Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital
Albany, GA

Nurse Manager - Acute Care I - 3AB

JOB SUMMARY * Direct and supervise functions and activities in unit; interpret and implement policies, procedures, standards and regulations to personnel, patients,medical staff, public. Perform duties in any nursing capacity as needed. 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. * Long-distance or air travel as needed - not to exceed 10% travel. * May be scheduled as needed including overtime EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS * 2 year / Associate's Degree in Nursing (Required) EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS * 2 years Experience in an Acute Healthcare Setting in area of specialty with proven management skills (Required) CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSURES * Required Certifications/Licensures: Registered Nurse (RN) with current Georgia license, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) GENERAL SKILLS * Organizational Skills * Communication Skills * Interpersonal Skills * Customer Relations * Mathematical * Analytical * Grammar / Spelling * 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 * Ability to perform - repetitive tasks/motion PHYSICAL DEMANDS * Standing - Occasionally within shift (1-33%) * Walking - Occasionally within shift (1-33%) * Sitting - Occasionally within shift (1-33%) * Bending/Stooping - Occasionally within shift (1-33%) * Twist at waist - Occasionally within shift (1-33%) * Pushing/Pulling - Occasionally within shift (1-33%) * Lift/carry up to 20 lbs - Occasionally within shift (1-33%) * Lift/carry > 20 lbs with assistance - Occasionally within shift (1-33%) * Reaching above shoulder - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)