Nurse Manager - Observation Unit

Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital, Inc.; Albany (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital, Inc. in Albany, Georgia is seeking a Clinical Leader to direct and supervise the Observation Unit, and to interpret and implement unit policies, procedures, and standards to staff, patients and physicians.

This full-time days shift position requires a BSN, 3+ years of acute-care management experience, an active Georgia RN license, ACLS certification, and a collaborative, patient-centered approach to care delivery in a busy hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing is required.
• 3+ years of acute healthcare experience in the area of specialty with proven management skills is required.
• Active Georgia RN license is required (ACLS certification).

Responsibilities

• Direct the coordination of care across settings and among caregivers.
• Engage in teamwork as a team player and a team builder.
• Participate in shared decision making and define clear goals and plans.

Skills

Management skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Registered Nurse License (Georgia)

ACLS Certification

Job description

Job Details

Job Number: 34497 Location: Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital Street Address: 417 W 3rd Ave City, State: Albany, Georgia Zip Code: 31701 Department: PPMH OBSERVATION UNIT Shift: Days Job Type: Full time Posted Date: 2026-07-09

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.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (Required)
• Work Experience 3 or more years experience in an Acute Healthcare Setting in area of specialty with proven management skills (Required)
• Licenses and Certifications Registered Nurse (RN) with current Georgia license (Required)
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) (Required)

Essential Functions

Direct the coordination of care across setting and among caregivers. Engage in teamwork as a team player and a team builder. Serve in key roles at work through shared decision making. Define a clear vision including goals and plans and measures progress. Promote nursing through participation in professional organizations. Use the results of quality improvement activities in nursing practice. Use creativity and innovation in nursing practice to improve care delivery. Incorporate evidence-based knowledge to initiate change in nursing practice. Participate in quality improvement activities. Document and submit required information and data in a timely fashion. Clearly and accurately document designated processes, policies, products, service offerings, etc. Ensure that documentation is tailored to expected readers / users. Use correct terminology. Conforms to required style and format. #SH123 All Career Site links will be transferred to new URLs on January 31st, increasing performance and enhancing security. Your application data will be saved, but any bookmarked links will need to be replaced. All candidates with active applications will receive a notification with the new link once the URLs are live. Thank you for your patience!

Phoebe Putney Health System is southwest Georgia’s preferred career choice for professionals who want to improve the community’s health by joining a respected, cutting‑edge team. We offer you the opportunity to collaborate with the best colleagues in a friendly, close‑knit setting that feels like family. Your career at Phoebe will allow you to apply learned skills, explore new paths and advance into greater opportunities. There's more for you at Phoebe. Phoebe is simply the best, most advanced healthcare provider in the region. If you want to work in the medical field, we are the preferred choice, with the best technology, the most specialists and the area’s top talent. If you are searching for a non‑clinical career that allows you to serve the community and grow, you’ll also find us ideal. We’re one of the area’s premier employers, offering a close-knit culture, outstanding benefits and many ways to develop your career.