RN - Progressive Care Unit

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 (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

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%)

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