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Must have6
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 BLS/ACLS/PALS/TNCC
Minimum of 1-3 years of previous clinical nursing experience in an Emergency Department
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
Nice to have1
Preferably in a large academic, Level 1 Trauma Center and Comprehensive Stroke Center
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Pension plan
Paid leave
About the role
Department/Unit:
Emergency Department
Work Shift:
Night (United States of America)
Salary Range:
$85,280.00 - $95,513.60The 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 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.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities include but not limited to:
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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.
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Orders, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic tests to identify and assess patients’ conditions.
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Assesses and evaluates patient needs for, and responses to, care rendered.
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Applies sound nursing judgment in patient care management decisions.
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Provides primary and emergency care for occupational and non-occupational injuries and illnesses.
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Administers over-the-counter and prescription medications as ordered.
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Collaborates with the nursing team to create a Plan of Care for all patients.
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Directs and guides ancillary personnel and maintain standards of professional nursing.
Minimum Qualifications:
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Graduate of a professional academic nursing program in which a Diploma, Associate Degree or Baccalaureate Degree is conferred
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Must hold current NYS Registered Nurse license
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Obtains and maintains certification in BLS/ACLS/PALS/TNCC
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Minimum of 1-3 years of previous clinical nursing experience in an Emergency Department, preferably in a large academic, Level 1 Trauma Center and Comprehensive Stroke Center
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Ability to improve job performance through continuing education
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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
Albany Med offers a competitive salary and benefits package that includes:
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Excellent benefits including health/dental/vision
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Employer-funded pension plan
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Paid Leave
Thank you for your interest in Albany Med Health System!
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