RN Intermediate Care Unit Nights

Company: Phoebe Putney Health System
Location: Albany
Posted on: February 11, 2025

Job Description:

RN Intermediate Care Unit Nights at Phoebe Putney Health System summary:
The RN in the Intermediate Care Unit is responsible for providing high-quality care to patients during night shifts, adhering to hospital protocols and safety standards. This role requires a current Georgia RN license along with certifications in Advanced Cardiac Life Support and Pediatric Advanced Life Support. A strong emphasis is placed on continuous education, effective communication, and the ability to manage stressful situations and fluctuating workloads.
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 overtimeQualifications - ExternalEDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
    • 2 year / Associate Degree in Nursing from a state accredited school
    • 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, AHA Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) must be obtained prior to completing unit orientation, Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) must be obtained prior to completing unit orientation, Advanced Stroke Life Support (ASLS) or Georgia Stroke Core Curriculum (GSCC) 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 SkillsPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
            • Have near normal vision - Clarity of vision (both near and far), ability to distinguish colors
            • Have good - manual dexterity and eye-hand-foot coordinationPHYSICAL 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, Intermediate Care Unit, night shift nursing, patient care, healthcare, nursing certifications, BLS, ACLS, PALS, compassionate care
                

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