Provide professional nursing care for patient(s) and respective family according to established standards and practices.
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 Nursing (Preferred)
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
1 - 2 years Nursing Experience (Required)
CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSURES
Required Certifications/Licensures: AHA Basic Life Support, Registered Nurse (RN) with current Georgia license
GENERAL SKILLS
Organizational Skills
Communication Skills
Interpersonal Skills
Customer Relations
Mathematical
Analytical
Grammar / Spelling
Read / Comprehend Written Instructions
Follow Verbal Instructions
Basic Computer Skills
General Clerical 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
Ability to perform - repetitive tasks/motion
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Standing - Continuously within shift (67-100%)
Walking - Continuously within shift (67-100%)
Sitting - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
Climbing - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
Bending/Stooping - Continuously within shift (67-100%)
Twist at waist - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
Pushing/Pulling - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
Reaching above shoulder - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
Lift/carry > 50 lbs with assistance - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)