Registered Nurse Team Leader Acute Care I - Evenings

Phoebe Putney Health System•Albany, GA

47d•Onsite

About The Position

Coordinates the efforts of the assigned staff. Supervises clinical care provided by all staff members and directs and coordinates the patient flow as necessary. Functions as a member of the management and nursing team. Serves as a leader and role model in the absence of the Director/ Manager and as a direct caregiver. Description: 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

Requirements

2 year / Associate Degree in Nursing (Required)
2 - 3 years Experience in an acute care setting in area of specialty (Required)
Registered Nurse (RN) with current Georgia license
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Department Specific Certifications may be required.
Organizational Skills
Communication Skills
Interpersonal Skills
Customer Relations
Analytical
Grammar/Spelling
Read/Comprehend Written Instructions
Follow Verbal Instructions
Transcription
Basic Computer Skills
Microsoft Office Suite
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
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 - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
Twist at waist - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
Pushing/Pulling - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
Lift/carry > 20 lbs with assistance - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
Reaching above shoulder - Frequently within shift (34-66%)

Nice To Haves

4 year / Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (Preferred)
1 - 2 years Clinical Leadership Experience (Preferred)

Responsibilities

Coordinates the efforts of the assigned staff.
Supervises clinical care provided by all staff members
Directs and coordinates the patient flow as necessary.
Functions as a member of the management and nursing team.
Serves as a leader and role model in the absence of the Director/ Manager and as a direct caregiver.
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.