Join Albany Medical Center as a Clinical Nurse I in the Post-Surgical Short Stay unit. This role emphasizes compassionate patient care, requiring strong nursing judgment and the ability to work collaboratively with a dedicated team. You will play a vital role in patient recovery and support through various nursing responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities
Implement physician orders and administer medications
Start IVs and perform treatments and procedures
Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests
Assess and evaluate patient needs and responses to care
Provide primary and emergency care for injuries and illnesses
Collaborate with nursing team to create a Plan of Care
Direct and guide ancillary personnel
Required Qualifications
Graduate of a professional academic nursing program (Diploma, Associate Degree or Baccalaureate Degree)
Current NYS Registered Nurse license
Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) and 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 tools