Vet Global/ Worldwide Registered Nurses ONLY

Job Number: 34946 Location: Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital Street Address: 417 W 3rd Ave City, State: Albany, Georgia Zip Code: 31701 Department: PPMH CENTRAL STAFFING Shift: Variable Job Type: Full time Posted Date: 2026-08-24 Job 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: 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 Hospitals core mission.

Qualifications

Associates Degree in Nursing from a state-accredited school (Required) Bachelors Degree in Nursing (Preferred) Work Experience 1 or more years of Nursing Experience (Required) Licenses and Certifications Registered Nurse (RN) with current Georgia license, Basic Life Support (BLS) by American Heart Association

If working on a designated stroke unit, Advanced Stroke Life Support (ASLS), and National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) must be obtained within 2 years of hire.

Essential Functions

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 patients condition and needs

Identifies expected outcomes and plans 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 Consult with healthcare providers and make 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

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

Modifies expected outcomes based on changes in the assessment of the patient 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 needs Directs the coordination of care across settings and among caregivers

Engages in teamwork as a team player and a team builder Serves in key roles at work through shared decision-making Defines a clear vision, including goals and plans, and measures progress

Promotes nursing through participation in professional organizations 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 the usage of age-specific customer service skills

Wears protective clothing and equipment as appropriate.