RN: Orthopedics & Neurology Care Specialist

Phoebe Putney Health System; Albany (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Phoebe Putney Health System is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide professional nursing care to assigned patients in alignment with established standards. The role includes assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care, with emphasis on orthopedic and neurology care pathways and ongoing documentation.

A Georgia RN license, BLS, and ASLS are required, with GSCC/NIHSS completion within 2 years of hire.

Qualifications

• Requires Associate Degree in Nursing (Required).
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred.
• Registered Nurse license in Georgia (Required).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (Required).
• Advanced Stroke Life Support (ASLS) certification (Required).
• Georgia Stroke Core Curriculum (GSCC) and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) within 2 years of hire.
• Orthopedic Nurses Certification (ONC) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess and diagnose patient conditions and develop plans of care.
• Provide orthopedic and stroke care coordination and education.
• Document care plans and track outcomes.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary team for patient needs.
• Ensure adherence to ethics and quality improvement practices.

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Job description

Phoebe Putney Health System is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide professional nursing care to assigned patients in alignment with established standards. The role includes assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care, with emphasis on orthopedic and neurology care pathways and ongoing documentation.

A Georgia RN license, BLS, and ASLS are required, with GSCC/NIHSS completion within 2 years of hire.