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Clinical Nurse III

Clinical Nurse III

CompanyAlbany Medical College
LocationAlbany, NY, USA
Salary$76396.32 – $126730.61
TypeFull-Time
DegreesBachelor’s, Associate’s
Experience LevelMid Level, Senior

Requirements

  • 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 Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • 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

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

  • Previous experience as a PCA or other nursing assistance preferred