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Clinical Nurse III - Short Stay Surgical

Albany Medical Center

Saratoga Springs, NY
1 month ago
$33.00/hr - $63.98/hr

Job Description

Join Albany Medical Center as a Clinical Nurse III in the Short Stay Surgical unit, where you'll provide compassionate care and ensure high standards of nursing practice. You'll implement physician orders, assess patient needs, and collaborate with a dedicated team to enhance patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

  • Implements physician orders and administers medications
  • Starts IVs and performs treatments as required
  • Orders and evaluates diagnostic tests
  • Assesses patient needs and responses to care
  • Provides primary and emergency care
  • Collaborates on patient care plans
  • Guides ancillary personnel and maintains 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 clinical RN experience in Med-Surg or Progressive Care
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Strong prioritization and organizational skills
  • Knowledge of quality concepts and problem-solving tools