Join Albany Medical Center as a Clinical Nurse in the Float Pool, where you'll provide compassionate care and support to patients and families. This vital role requires clinical expertise, effective communication, and collaboration with the healthcare team to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Implement physician orders and administer medications
Start IVs and perform treatments, procedures, and special tests
Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests
Assess and evaluate patient needs
Provide primary and emergency care for injuries and illnesses
Collaborate with the nursing team to create a Plan of Care
Guide ancillary personnel and maintain nursing standards
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 previous clinical RN experience in Med-Surg or Progressive Care
Excellent communication skills
Strong prioritization and organizational skills
Knowledge of quality concepts and problem-solving techniques