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Clinical Nurse IV: PACU, 40 hrs/week, Evenings

Albany Medical Center

Kinderhook, NY
1 month ago
$55,895.80 - $83,843.71

Job Description

Join Albany Medical Center as a Clinical Nurse IV in the PACU department, where you will provide compassionate care and contribute to the well-being of patients during their recovery. This role involves implementing physician orders, assessing patient needs, and collaborating with a dedicated nursing team in a supportive 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
  • 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) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
  • 1-3 years of previous 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