Clinical Nurse

22 hours ago


Cherry Plain, United States Albany Medical Center Full time

Department/Unit: General Surgery/Trauma-B3

Work Shift: Staffing Options Program

The Clinical Nurse plays a vital role in fostering a compassionate and supportive environment for patients, families, and colleagues through kindness and active listening. We value the contributions of every staff member, acknowledging their essential role in fulfilling our mission.

Compensation: Per Diem: $43.50

Job Summary

The Clinical Nurse is integral to delivering high-quality patient care while creating a nurturing atmosphere. You will implement physician orders, manage medications, and operate diagnostic tests to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

  • Implement physician orders, administer medications, start IVs, perform treatments, procedures, and special tests, while documenting treatment as per company policy and local/state/federal regulations.
  • Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests to assess patients' conditions accurately.
  • Assess and evaluate patient needs for care and responses to treatment.
  • Apply sound nursing judgment in patient care management decisions.
  • Provide primary and emergency care for both occupational and non-occupational injuries and illnesses.
  • Administer over-the-counter and prescription medications as prescribed.
  • Collaborate with the nursing team to develop comprehensive Care Plans for all patients.
  • Direct and guide ancillary personnel while maintaining professional nursing standards.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Graduate of a professional nursing program with a Diploma, Associate Degree, or Baccalaureate Degree.
  • Current NYS Registered Nurse license is required.
  • Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) must be obtained and maintained.
  • 1-3 years of clinical RN experience in Medical-Surgical or Progressive Care settings preferred.
  • Excellent communication, prioritization, organization, and time-management skills are essential.
  • Knowledge of quality concepts, principles, and problem-solving tools; able to apply this knowledge to support patient care quality improvement.

Thank you for considering a career with Albany Medical Center

Albany Medical Center is an equal opportunity employer.

This role may involve access to sensitive information pertaining to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including HIPAA Protected Health Information. Workforce members are expected to respect confidentiality by ensuring access to information is based on a 'need to know' basis, limiting use or disclosure to the minimum necessary, and making reasonable efforts to protect information from unauthorized access.


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