Clinical Nurse III: Pediatric ED - 12hrs/week, DAYS

Albany Medical Center•Albany, NY

6d•$90,397 - $140,115

About The Position

The Clinical Nurse III works in the Pediatric Emergency Department and contributes to a compassionate, caring environment for patients, families, and colleagues through kindness and active listening. The role recognizes that each employee’s work contributes to the success of Albany Med Health System’s mission. The nurse implements physician orders; administers medications; starts IVs; performs treatments, procedures, and special tests; and documents treatment in accordance with company policy and applicable regulations. The nurse also orders, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic tests; assesses patient needs and responses to care; applies sound nursing judgment; provides primary and emergency care for occupational and non-occupational injuries and illnesses; collaborates with the nursing team on plans of care; and directs ancillary personnel while maintaining professional nursing standards. The position is listed as 12 hours per week on the day shift. The salary range is $90,396.80–$140,115.04.

Requirements

Graduate of a professional academic nursing program conferring a diploma, associate degree, or baccalaureate degree.
Current New York State Registered Nurse license.
Obtain and maintain Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
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 and techniques, with the ability to apply them to departmental and patient-care quality improvement.

Responsibilities

Implement physician orders and administer medications.
Start IVs and perform treatments, procedures, and special tests.
Document treatment as required by company policy and applicable local, state, and federal rules and regulations.
Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests to identify and assess patients’ conditions.
Assess and evaluate patient needs and responses to care.
Apply sound nursing judgment in patient care management decisions.
Provide primary and emergency care for occupational and non-occupational injuries and illnesses.
Administer over-the-counter and prescription medications as ordered.
Collaborate with the nursing team to create a plan of care for all patients.
Direct and guide ancillary personnel and maintain professional nursing standards.
Contribute to a compassionate and caring environment through kindness and active listening.