As a Clinical Nurse III in the General Surgery/Trauma unit, you will provide compassionate care to patients while implementing physician orders, administering medications, and collaborating with healthcare teams. This role emphasizes quality patient care and effective communication.
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 and responses to care
Provide primary and emergency care for injuries and illnesses
Collaborate with the nursing team to create a Plan of Care
Direct and guide ancillary personnel
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, prioritization, organizational and time-management skills
Knowledge of quality concepts and problem-solving techniques