Registered Nurse SICU Days

Phoebe Putney Health System; Albany (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plans

Dental & Vision Plans

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Short/Long-Term Disability

Basic Life & AD&D Insurance

Critical Illness & Group Accident

403(b) Retirement Plan

Wellness Program

Phoebe HealthWorks Fitness Center

Child Development Center

Job summary

Phoebe Putney Health System in Albany, GA, is hiring a Registered Nurse for the SICU on day shift. You will provide professional nursing care, perform assessments, plan and implement patient care, and collaborate with the care team to deliver high-quality stroke care.

Requirements include an RN licensed in Georgia, BLS, ACLS prior to orientation, and NIHSS/GSCC within 2 years. Prior NCID or critical care experience is preferred. This role emphasizes patient safety and evidence-based practice.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Nursing from a state-accredited program (Required).
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing from a state-accredited program (Preferred).
• 1+ year nursing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care per established standards.
• Assess patients and develop, implement, and evaluate plans of care.
• Document care accurately and timely; ensure data is complete and legible.
• Coordinate with care teams and utilize community resources as needed.
• Support stroke care measures and quality improvement initiatives.

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing (Required)

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (Preferred)

Tools

BLS

ACLS

ASLS/GSCC

NIHSS

Job description

**Elevate your nursing practice.**Discover the perfect balance of professional prestige and a place to call home.# Registered Nurse SICU DaysAlbany, GALocation:Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital### The best care happens when nurses feel supported, heard, and connected.As one of *Forbes'* Best Mid-Sized Employers, Phoebe offers a culture where you're valued as a whole person, not just a practitioner. Outside of work, you'll enjoy the warmth of Albany, Georgia, a community with a low cost of living, incredible outdoor recreation, and a pace of life that lets you truly enjoy your time off. Grow your career in a system driven by shared purpose and genuine respect.### Registered Nurse SICU Days**Location:** Albany, GA**Job ID:** 35061## Job SummaryProvides professional nursing care for assigned patients according to established standards and practices. Duties include assessment of patients, developing a plan of care, implementing the plan of care, and evaluating the plan of care. Position requires a high quality of care in order to meet the Hospital's core mission.## Qualifications* Associate Degree in Nursing from a state accredited school (Required)* Bachelor's Degree in from a state accredited School of Professional Nursing (Preferred)## Work Experience* 1 or more years Nursing Experience (Preferred)## Licenses and Certifications* Registered Nurse (RN) with current Georgia license (Required)* AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) (Required)* Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) 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.## Essential Functions### ASSESSMENT AND DIAGNOSIS* Collects data in a systematic and ongoing process* Issues are identified and diagnoses are developed based on assessment data.* Prioritizes data collection based on the patient's condition and needs.* Identifies expected outcomes and plan based on diagnoses or issues.### CARE PLANNING AND IMPLEMENTATION* Develops an individualized plan with strategies that address diagnoses.* Provides for continuity through a plan that directs other members of the team.* Implements the plan in a safe and timely manner.* Documents implementation and includes changes or omissions of the identified plan.* Consults with healthcare providers and makes referrals as appropriate.* Utilizes appropriate community resources and systems to implement the plan.### DOCUMENTATION* Documents and submits required information and data in a timely fashion.* Clearly and accurately documents designated processes, policies, products, service offerings, etc.* Ensures that documentation is tailored to expected readers/users.* Uses correct terminology.* Conforms to required style and format.### OUTCOMES AND EVALUATIONS* Develops expected outcomes that provide direction for continuity of care.* Involves patient/family and other disciplines to determine expected outcomes.* Modifies expected outcomes based on changes in the assessment of the patient.* Includes the patient and others involved in the care in the evaluation process.* Evaluates the plan in relation to patient responses and expected outcomes.* Documents the results of the evaluation.### RN - QUALITY* Uses the results of quality improvement activities in nursing practice.* Uses creativity and innovation in nursing practice to improve care delivery.* Incorporates evidence-based knowledge to initiate change in nursing practice.* Participates in quality improvement activities.### RN - NURSING ANA CODE OF ETHICS* Accountable for individual practice and delegation to provide optimum care.* Practices with compassion and respect.* Primary commitment is to advocate for the patient, family, and community.* Assures patient safety through competency and growth of self and others.* Contributes to a healthy work environment through shared decision making.* Collaborates with other health professionals to meet healthcare needs.### NEUROSCIENCE RESPONSIBILITIES* Demonstrates competency in assessment, planning, treatment, and evaluation of patients experiencing stroke or stroke-like symptoms.* Provides appropriate stroke-related education to the patient and/or family/caregiver.* Knowledgeable in stroke performance measures and how they relate to patient outcomes.* Coordinates multidisciplinary care of the stroke patient.* Must have a total of 4 hours of stroke-related education annually.## Additional Duties* 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.#### Judgment and Decision MakingConsidering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.## Benefits & Perks* ### Your Health+ Medical Plans (choice of two)+ Dental and Vision Plans+ Health Savings Account (HSA)* ### Your Coverage+ Short- and Long-Term Disability+ Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance+ Critical Illness, Group Accident and Specified Disease Insurance* ### Your Finances+ 403(b) Retirement Plan+ Financial Wellness Programs+ 529 College Savings Plan* ### Your Life+ Wellness Program+ Phoebe HealthWorks Fitness Center+ Family Tree Child Development Center