Clinical Nurse III – Ambulatory – Days and Evenings weekdays

Clinical Nurse III – Ambulatory – Days and Evenings weekdays at Albany Medical Center summary :

The Clinical Nurse III in the Ambulatory Surgery Unit provides comprehensive nursing care by implementing physician orders, administering medications, and assessing patient needs. This role involves collaborating with nursing teams to develop care plans and ensuring high standards of nursing practice. Candidates are required to hold a current NYS Registered Nurse license and demonstrate excellent communication and organizational skills.

Department / Unit : Ambulatory Surgery

Work Shift :

Day (United States of America)

Clinical Nurse II - Albany

Ambulatory Surgery

Days and Evenings weekdays

Our Ambulatory Surgery Unit is looking for a full-time Registered Nurse.

We currently have most weekends covered by weekend track nurses. Occasionally we do have to cover vacations and days off on the weekends. Each nurse is asked to work one half day holiday each year, this may increase as unit needs may change. Candidates will interview with team members and leaders.

Occasional weekend day and low holiday commitment

Final decision is made by the leaders on all candidates

Job Description

• 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.
• Participates in patient / family teaching based on the developmental age of patient and type of procedure.
• 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

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.

Keywords :

Clinical Nurse, Registered Nurse, Ambulatory Surgery, Patient Care, Nursing, Healthcare, Medication Administration, Emergency Care, Patient Assessment, Healthcare Provider