Join Albany Medical Center as a Clinical Nurse I in Cardiothoracic Surgery, focusing on delivering compassionate patient care during acute hospital stays. In this full-time role, you'll manage patient needs and coordinate care, ensuring high-quality standards and effective communication.
Key Responsibilities
Implement physician orders and administer medications
Start IVs and perform treatments and procedures
Order 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) 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