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Clinical Nurse II: Ortho Trauma/Elective Ortho - 36hrs/week, DAYS

Albany Medical Center

Ballston Spa, NY
19 hours ago
$83,200.00 - $93,184.00

Job Description

Join Albany Medical Center as a Clinical Nurse II in the Elective Orthopedics unit, where you'll provide compassionate care for post-surgical orthopedic patients and contribute to a collaborative healthcare environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Implements physician orders and administers medications
  • Starts IVs and performs treatments and procedures
  • Orders, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic tests
  • Assesses and evaluates patient needs and responses to care
  • Provides primary and emergency care for injuries and illnesses
  • Collaborates with the nursing team to create a Plan of Care
  • Directs and guides ancillary personnel

Required Qualifications

  • Graduate of a professional academic nursing program
  • Current NYS Registered Nurse license
  • Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • Certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
  • 1-3 years of clinical RN experience in Med-Surg or Progressive Care
  • Excellent communication, prioritization, organizational and time-management skills
  • Knowledge of quality concepts and problem-solving techniques

Benefits & Perks