RN - Operating Room (CVOR Team)

Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital, Inc.; Albany (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital in Albany, GA is seeking an experienced registered nurse for the Operating Room to provide professional nursing care for assigned patients according to established standards and practices. You will assess patients, develop and implement care plans, and evaluate outcomes to meet the hospital’s core mission.

The ideal candidate holds an ADN with RN license in Georgia and a Master’s degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Nursing from an accredited school. Required.
• Master’s degree in Nursing from an accredited school. Preferred.
• 3+ years Cardiovascular / Thoracic Nursing Experience. Required.
• RN - Registered Nurse, GA license. Required.
• ACLS certification. Required within 1 year of hire.
• Crisis Response Training CPI. Required within 180 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Collects data in a systematic and ongoing process.
• Prioritizes data collection based on the patient’s condition and needs.
• Identifies expected outcomes and plan based on diagnoses or issues.
• 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.
• Documents and submits required information and data in a timely fashion.
• Clearly and accurately documents designated processes, policies, products, service offerings, etc.
• Uses correct terminology.
• Conforms to required style and format.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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 need.

Skills

Nursing assessment

Care planning

Patient advocacy

Communication

Documentation

Education

Associate's degree in Nursing (ADN)

Master’s degree in Nursing

Tools

ACLS certification

Crisis Intervention Training CPI

Job description

Job Number:34606Location:Phoebe Putney Memorial HospitalStreet Address:417 W 3rd AveCity, State:Albany, GeorgiaZip Code:31701Department:PPMH OPERATING ROOMShift:DaysJob Type:Full timePosted Date:2026-08-20Job Description 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.Description:Job SummaryProvides 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.QualificationsAssociate’s degree in from a state accredited School of Professional Nursing. RequiredMaster’s degree in from a state accredited School of Professional Nursing. PreferredWork Experience3 or more years Cardiovascular / Thoracic Nursing Experience. RequiredLicenses and CertificationsRN - Registered Nurse, current GA License. Required upon HireACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support. Required within 1 year of hireCrisis Response Training - Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI). Required within 180 days of hire.Essential FunctionsCollects data in a systematic and ongoing processIssues 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.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.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.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.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.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 need.