Clinical Nurse I Progressive Critical Care – Night shift
| Company | Albany Medical College |
|---|---|
| Location | Albany, NY, USA |
| Salary | $68640 – $70699.2 |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | |
| Experience Level | Entry Level/New Grad, Junior |
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent (GED) with post-high school training or related work experience.
- Must be able to operate basic office equipment (fax, photocopier, calculator) and demonstrate basic computer skills.
- Able to communicate effectively on a wide range of issues with internal and/or external customers, initiate follow-up actions.
- Ability to be honest, to be punctual, and to perform the job in adherence to the highest standards of ethical conduct as defined by the AMC Code of Conduct.
- Ability to be accurate in such matters as record-keeping, and to use good judgment when performing the functions of the job or when interacting with others.
- Ability to accept direction, carry out orders, to work cooperatively with others and to avoid the creation of unnecessary conflict.
- Ability to adhere to AMC’s policies, procedures and practices, and to utilize AMC’s problem-solving processes for resolving grievances or disagreements.
- Ability to independently organize and prioritize work to complete assignments in a timely manner and meet established guidelines.
- Ability to multitask and gather data from appropriate resources.
Responsibilities
- 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.
Preferred Qualifications
- Certification with the National Association of Health Unit Coordinators (NAHUC) preferred.
- Minimum of one-year healthcare or clerical experience preferred.