Clinical Nurse III: M5: Vascular Surgery - 36hrs/week, NIGHTS

$76,398 - $126,734/Yr

Albany Medical Center - Waterford, NY

Full-time - Entry Level

Waterford, NY

Hospitals

About the position

The clinical Nurse in the Vascular Surgery unit at Albany Medical Center plays a vital role in providing compassionate care to patients with vascular diseases and other surgical needs. This position involves implementing physician orders, administering medications, and collaborating with the nursing team to develop comprehensive care plans. The nurse is expected to apply sound judgment in patient management and provide emergency care as needed, ensuring a high standard of nursing practice in a dynamic healthcare environment.

Responsibilities

• Implements physician orders and administers medications.
• Starts IVs and performs treatments, procedures, and special tests.
• Documents treatment as required by company policy and regulations.
• Orders, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic tests to assess patients' conditions.
• Assesses and evaluates patient needs and responses to care.
• 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 maintains standards of professional nursing.

Requirements

• Graduate of a professional academic nursing program (Diploma, Associate Degree, or Baccalaureate Degree).
• Current NYS Registered Nurse license.
• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).
• Minimum of 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, principles, and problem-solving tools.