Registered Nurse, Progressive Care Unit
South Georgia Medical Center
Valdosta, GA
RN
Posted Jul 15
- Shift
- 12-hour days
- Unit
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What the listing says
Role
- Schedule
- 12-hour days
- Term
- Permanent
- Setting
- Hospital
- Accepts
- RN
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About this role
What it's like at sgmc health
Purpose. No matter your role or area that you work in, at SGMC Health we are collectively working towards goals that will make our community a better place.
Excellence. We strive to do the right thing the right way, are accountable in all we do, require competence of our people, and are compassionate in our service.
Team Spirit. We encourage team effort, support personal and professional development, acknowledge individual talents and skills, and support innovation and empowerment.
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Award Winning Performance. We are committed to providing the best care possible and we are proud to be recognized locally, statewide, and nationally for the exceptional care that our staff provides.
Why you will love sgmc health
SGMC has great benefit options, depending on the role that you are going into– including healthcare, supplementary benefits, ways to save for the future, opportunities for career advancement, and opportunities to expand your skill set. Some of these great benefit options are listed below:
- Low Healthcare Insurance Premiums
- 401(k) with employer match
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Employee discounts
- Company paid life insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- Cancer Insurance
- Accident Insurance
- Pet Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- On-the-job training and skills development
- Opportunities for growth and advancement
- Employee Assistance Program
JOB LOCATION : Main Campus
Department: cardiac program
Schedule
Full Time, 12 HR Day Shift, 12
Provides patient care through assessment and implementation of the nursing process for all age groups cared for on the unit. Performs and assists with procedures. Documents care provided. Coordinates patient’s plan of care with physicians and other disciplines. Maintains an atmosphere, which ensures SGMC Health’s mission, vision, values, code of conduct, goals, policies and standards are consistently supported and enforced.
Knowledge, skills & abilities
Education, Certification, &
Licensure
Current RN License in State of Georgia CPR required ACLS certification obtained within the 1st 12 months of employment One (1) year experience in related specialty area preferred. Ability to work well individually and as a team leader or member. Demonstrated ability to assess and adapt to new situations, think critically, manage priorities and utilize problem-solving techniques.
Ability to read and interpret policies, standards, and think critically evaluating patient care issues. Strong clinical nursing skills in assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation. Ability to communicate clearly with, and care for diverse population of patients/family units of all ages, a variety of cultures, and/or persons occasionally exhibiting stressed behaviors.
Ability to operate clinical equipment, computer, telecommunication devices and patient information systems.
Working conditions - ada information
Works primarily in hospital or clinic setting. Requires considerable standing, mental effort, stooping, bending, lifting (in excess of fifty (50) lbs.), pushing objects (carts, beds, and wheelchairs). Likely to be exposed to blood and body fluids, including infectious diseases. May rarely require accompanying and assisting with patient transport to another facility. Uses medical, office equipment, and telecommunicates devices on a regular basis (e.g., I. V. pumps, fax, computer, and pagers). Physical functional capacity for healthcare workers as defined by the Saunders Method (very heavy).
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Requirements
- RN
- State of Georgia RN License
- Nursing policy compliance
- Direct patient care
- CPR Certification
- Care plan evaluation
- 12 hour shift
- Caregiving documentation requirements
- Medical procedure assistance
- RN License
Place
- City
- Valdosta, GA
- Median rent
- $1,054/mo
- Local household income
- $45,925/yr
- Metro price level
- 12% below the national average
rent and tenant-paid utilities · Census ACS 2024
all local households, not nurse pay · Census ACS 2024
Valdosta area index 88.3, where 100 is the national average.
Valdosta sits in south Georgia near the Florida border, known as the 'Azalea City' for its vibrant spring blooms. Home to Valdosta State University, it blends college-town energy with small-town Southern charm—a practical home base for nurses seeking a slower pace and easy access to coastal beaches and north Florida.
Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 metro Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024.
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Telemetry is open from year one. One of the most open front doors in acute care; ACLS and rhythm.
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