Clinical Nurse II: D4N: Medical Cardiology

5 months ago


New Scotland, United States Albany Med Full time

Department/Unit:
Medical/Surgical Cardiac Hospitalist - D4N

Work Shift:
Day (United States of America)

Registered Nurse (RN)
Medical Cardiology (D4N)
Albany, NY

The Registered Professional Nurse assesses, coordinates, plans, directs, implements and manages the needs of assigned patients throughout the episode of care with a focus on progress toward discharge, including during transitions within the acute care stay. The Registered Professional Nurse is responsible for the delivery and coordination of patient care provided by the caregiving team. S/he assures that competent, compassionate patient care is uniformly provided to customers including referring facilities, hospital staff and patients in the inpatient, ambulatory, and community settings.

The Medical Cardiology unit is a 29-bed unit consisting of 1 private room, 13 semi-private rooms and one 4 bedroom. Patients are received from the Emergency Department, Cardiac Catheterization Lab, CCU, MICU, physician offices, and other facilities when inpatient admission is necessary.
The patient population served includes male and female, acute and chronically ill patients with a variety of cardiac and medical diagnoses. Most patients admitted to the unit require telemetry monitoring after receiving minimally-invasive and invasive cardiac procedures. The age range is from young adult (18 years) to geriatric (100+) years.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities include but not limited to:
• Implements physician orders, administers medications, starts IVs, performs treatments, procedures and special tests, and document treatment as required by company policy and local/state/federal rules and regulations.
• Orders, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic tests to identify and assess patients' conditions.
• Assesses and evaluates patient needs for, and responses to, care rendered.
• Applies sound nursing judgment in patient care management decisions.
• Provides primary and emergency care for occupational and non-occupational injuries and illnesses.
• Administers over-the-counter and prescription medications as ordered.
• Collaborates with the nursing team to create a Plan of Care for all patients.
• Directs and guides ancillary personnel and maintain standards of professional nursing.

Minimum Qualifications:
• Graduate of a professional academic nursing program in which a Diploma, Associate Degree or Baccalaureate Degree is conferred.
• Must hold current NYS Registered Nurse license.
• Obtains and maintains certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).
• Previous experience as a PCA or other nursing assistance preferred.
• Ability to improve job performance through continuing education.
• Possesses knowledge of quality concepts, principles, and problem-solving tools and techniques and demonstrates ability to apply in support of departmental and patient care quality improvement.

Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center

Albany Medical is an equal opportunity employer.

This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that:

Access to information is based on a "need to know" and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.



  • state of new york, United States Albany Medical Center Full time

    Clinical Nurse II: D4N: Medical Cardiology at Albany Medical Center summary: The Clinical Nurse II in the Medical Cardiology unit is responsible for assessing, coordinating, and managing patient care during their hospital stay. This role involves implementing medical orders, administering medications, and collaborating with the healthcare team to ensure...


  • 43 New Scotland Avenue Albany, NY 12208, United States Albany Medical Center Full time

    Department/Unit:Medical/Surgical Cardiac Hospitalist - D4NWork Shift:Day (United States of America)Hourly Range: $36.73 - $60.93Medical Cardiology (D4N)  The Registered Professional Nurse assesses, coordinates, plans, directs, implements and manages the needs of assigned patients throughout the episode of care with a focus on progress toward discharge,...


  • New Scotland, United States Albany Med Full time

    Department/Unit: Medical/Surgical Cardiac Hospitalist - D4N Work Shift: Night (United States of America) Registered Nurse (RN) Medical Cardiology (D4N) Albany, NY The Registered Professional Nurse assesses, coordinates, plans, directs, implements and manages the needs of assigned patients throughout the episode of care with a focus on progress toward...


  • state of new york, United States Albany Medical Center Full time

    Clinical Nurse II: D4N: Medical Cardiology - 36hrs/week, DAYS at Albany Medical Center summary: The Clinical Nurse II in the Medical Cardiology unit is a registered professional nurse responsible for assessing, planning, and managing patient care for those with various cardiac conditions. The role involves administering medications, coordinating care,...


  • New Lebanon, United States Albany Medical Center Full time

    Clinical Nurse III: D4N: Medical Cardiology at Albany Medical Center summary: The Clinical Nurse III in Medical Cardiology provides comprehensive patient care in a hospital setting, coordinating and managing care throughout the patient's stay. This role involves assessing patient needs, implementing physician orders, administering medications, and...


  • New Lebanon, United States Albany Medical Center Full time

    Clinical Nurse III: D4N: Medical Cardiology at Albany Medical Center summary: The Clinical Nurse III in Medical Cardiology provides comprehensive care for patients, assessing their needs and directing the nursing team in care delivery. Responsibilities include implementing physician orders, administering medications, and collaborating on care plans to...


  • 43 New Scotland Avenue Albany, NY 12208, United States Albany Medical Center Full time

    Department/Unit:Medical/Surgical Cardiac Hospitalist - D4NWork Shift:Day (United States of America)Hourly Range: $36.73 - $60.93Medical Cardiology (D4N)  The Registered Professional Nurse assesses, coordinates, plans, directs, implements and manages the needs of assigned patients throughout the episode of care with a focus on progress toward discharge,...


  • New Baltimore, United States Albany Medical Center Full time

    Clinical Nurse III: D4N: Medical Cardiology at Albany Medical Center summary: The Clinical Nurse III specializes in the assessment, planning, and delivery of patient care in a Medical/Surgical Cardiac setting. They administer medications, perform diagnostic evaluations, and collaborate with a caregiving team to ensure the highest quality of care for...


  • 43 New Scotland Avenue Albany, NY 12208, United States Albany Medical Center Full time

    Department/Unit:Medical/Surgical Cardiac Hospitalist - D4NWork Shift:Day (United States of America)Registered Nurse (RN)   Medical Cardiology (D4N) Albany, NY  The Registered Professional Nurse assesses, coordinates, plans, directs, implements and manages the needs of assigned patients throughout the episode of care with a focus on progress toward...


  • 43 New Scotland Avenue Albany, NY 12208, United States Albany Medical Center Full time

    Department/Unit:Medical/Surgical Cardiac Hospitalist - D4NWork Shift:Night (United States of America)Registered Nurse (RN)   Medical Cardiology (D4N) Albany, NY  The Registered Professional Nurse assesses, coordinates, plans, directs, implements and manages the needs of assigned patients throughout the episode of care with a focus on progress toward...


  • state of new york, United States Albany Medical Center Full time

    Clinical Nurse III: D4N: Medical Cardiology at Albany Medical Center summary: The Clinical Nurse III in Medical Cardiology is responsible for assessing, coordinating, analyzing, and managing patient care throughout their hospitalization, with a focus on preparing patients for discharge. This role involves implementing physician orders, administering...


  • state of new york, United States Albany Medical Center Full time

    Clinical Nurse III: D4N: Medical Cardiology at Albany Medical Center summary: The Clinical Nurse III in the Medical/Surgical Cardiac Hospitalist unit is responsible for assessing, coordinating, and managing patient care throughout their hospitalization. This role involves implementing physician orders, administering medications, performing treatments,...


  • New Baltimore, United States Albany Medical Center Full time

    Clinical Nurse I: D4N: Medical Cardiology - 36hrs/week, NIGHTS at Albany Medical Center summary: The Clinical Nurse I in the Medical Cardiology unit provides comprehensive patient care during hospital stays, focusing on assessment, care coordination, and discharge planning. This role includes implementing physician orders, administering medications, and...


  • New Baltimore, United States Albany Medical Center Full time

    Clinical Nurse I: D4N: Medical Cardiology - 36hrs/week, NIGHTS at Albany Medical Center summary: As a Clinical Nurse I in the Medical Cardiology department, I assess, plan, and manage patient care throughout their hospital stay, focusing on their progress toward discharge. I collaborate with the caregiving team to implement treatment plans, administer...


  • New Lebanon, United States Albany Medical Center Full time

    Clinical Nurse I: D4N: Medical Cardiology - 36hrs/week, NIGHTS at Albany Medical Center summary: The Clinical Nurse I in the Medical/Surgical Cardiac unit is responsible for assessing, planning, and coordinating patient care throughout the episode of care, particularly during transitions within the acute care setting. They administer medications, perform...


  • New Lebanon, United States Albany Medical Center Full time

    Clinical Nurse I: D4N: Medical Cardiology - 36hrs/week, NIGHTS at Albany Medical Center summary: The Clinical Nurse I in the Medical/Surgical Cardiac Hospitalist unit provides comprehensive nursing care to patients, focusing on their needs throughout their healthcare journey. Responsibilities include administering medications, performing treatments,...


  • 43 New Scotland Avenue Albany, NY 12208, United States Albany Medical Center Full time

    Department/Unit:Medical/Surgical Cardiac Hospitalist - D4NWork Shift:Night (United States of America)The Clinical Nurse assesses, coordinates, plans, directs, implements and manages the needs of assigned patients throughout the episode of care with a focus on progress toward discharge, including during transitions within the acute care stay. The Clinical...


  • New Scotland, United States Albany Med Full time

    Department/Unit: Medical/Surgical Cardiac Hospitalist - D4N Work Shift: Night (United States of America) The Registered Professional Nurse assesses, coordinates, plans, directs, implements and manages the needs of assigned patients throughout the episode of care with a focus on progress toward discharge, including during transitions within the acute care...


  • state of new york, United States Albany Medical Center Full time

    Clinical Nurse II Medical Cardiology at Albany Medical Center summary: The Clinical Nurse II in the Medical Cardiology unit provides comprehensive nursing care for patients with cardiac and medical conditions. Responsibilities include assessing patient needs, implementing care plans, administering medications, and coordinating with medical teams to...


  • New York, NY, United States Albany Medical Center Full time

    Clinical Nurse III: D4N: Medical Cardiology - 36hrs/week, Nights at Albany Medical Center summary: The Clinical Nurse III in the Medical Cardiology unit provides comprehensive patient care through assessment, coordination, and management throughout the patient care episode. This role involves implementing physician orders, administering medications,...