Department / Unit : Post Anesthesia Care
Shift : Evening Hours (2100-0730)
Salary Range : $76,396.32 - $126,730.61
Become an integral part of our healthcare team as a Clinical Nurse III in the Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU). Our ideal candidate demonstrates compassion and actively listens to create a supportive environment for patients, families, and colleagues. Your contributions are vital to our mission.
Key Responsibilities :
- Implement physician orders, administer medications, start IVs, perform treatments, and document care in compliance with policies and regulations.
- Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests to assess patients' conditions effectively.
- Conduct thorough assessments to identify patients' care needs and responses.
- Utilize sound nursing judgment for patient care management decisions.
- Provide primary and emergency care for various injuries and illnesses.
- Administer prescribed and over-the-counter medications as directed.
- Collaborate with the nursing team to develop comprehensive patient care plans.
- Guide and direct ancillary personnel while upholding professional nursing standards.
Minimum Qualifications :
Graduate of an accredited nursing program (Diploma, Associate or Bachelor's Degree).Current NYS Registered Nurse license holder.Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) is required.A minimum of 1-3 years of clinical RN experience in Med-Surg or Progressive Care.Excellent communication, prioritization, organizational, and time-management skills.Knowledge of quality improvement concepts and problem-solving techniques.Thank you for considering a career at Albany Medical Center! We value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer.
This position may require access to sensitive patient information. Employees are expected to maintain confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA regulations.