Nurse Practitioner

Albany Medical Center • Albany, NY

21h • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner to join our cardiac surgery team, providing post-operative care on a step-down unit. This is a non-surgical role focused entirely on the management and recovery of patients following cardiac procedures. The position offers a consistent weekday schedule with no weekend, holiday, or ICU coverage.

Requirements

• Current licensure as a Nurse Practitioner
• Board certification (ACNP, AGACNP, FNP, or related)
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-based environment
• Strong knowledge of anatomy, pathophysiology, pharmacology, and medical-surgical care.
• Excellent clinical judgment, teamwork, and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in cardiology, cardiac surgery, or acute care preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive post-operative management for cardiac surgery patients in a step-down setting
• Perform daily patient assessments, including monitoring clinical status and recovery progress
• Manage medications, including titration and adjustments based on patient needs
• Coordinate care plans in collaboration with cardiac surgeons, nurses, and multidisciplinary teams
• Address post-operative complications and initiate appropriate interventions
• Facilitate patient and family education related to recovery, medications, and discharge planning
• Ensure timely and accurate documentation in the electronic medical record

Benefits

• Excellent health care coverage with no copay at Albany Medical Center providers
• A wide array of services and programs to support emotional, physical, and mental wellbeing

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed