Registered Nurse (RN) - Educator
Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital
Albany, GA

Emergency Center Nurse Educator

JOB SUMMARY * Functions as a member of the management and nursing team. Serves as a leader and role model. Responsible for unit based orientation for new employees. Provides educational programs and in-services to the employees, as well as consults, develops, plans, implements, and evaluates programs provided. Schedules hours divided between clinical and educational duties. 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. * Wears protective clothing and equipment as appropriate. * 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. 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 EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS * 4 year / Bachelor's Degree in Nursing required or anticipated graduation from a BSN program within 6 months. Must be documented in writing from the school. If BSN is not achieved within 6 months, employee will be demoted from the position. (Required) EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS * 2 - 3 years clinical practice as a registered nurse (Required) CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSURES * Required Certifications/Licensures: Registered Nurse (RN) with current Georgia license * Preferred Certifications/Licensures: Department Specific Certifications may be required. GENERAL SKILLS * Organizational Skills * Communication Skills * Interpersonal Skills * Customer Relations * Mathematical * Analytical * Grammar / Spelling * Read /Comprehend Written Instructions * Follow Verbal Instructions * Basic Computer Skills * Microsoft Office Suite 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 - Frequently within shift (34-66%) * Walking - Frequently within shift (34-66%) * Sitting - Occasionally within shift (1-33%) * Climbing - Occasionally within shift (1-33%) * Bending/Stooping - Occasionally within shift (1-33%) * Twist at waist - Occasionally within shift (1-33%) * Pushing/Pulling - Occasionally within shift (1-33%) * Reaching above shoulder - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)