Join a leading medical center recognized as a Comprehensive Vascular Surgical Center. In the Vascular Surgery – C5 Unit, you will care for patients experiencing a variety of vascular diseases across a diverse age range. Our patients often have complex co-morbidities and require telemetry monitoring. Your role is essential in providing compassionate care to those undergoing procedures such as Carotid Endarterectomy and Vascular Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm repairs.
Key Responsibilities :
- Implement physician orders and administer medications; start IVs and perform necessary treatments, procedures, and tests.
- Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests to assess patients' conditions effectively.
- Assess patient needs and evaluate responses to care provided.
- Apply sound nursing judgement when making management decisions regarding patient care.
- Provide primary and emergency care for occupational and non-occupational injuries and illnesses.
- Administer both over-the-counter and prescription medications as ordered by the physician.
- Collaborate with fellow nursing team members to develop comprehensive Plans of Care for all patients.
- Guide and direct ancillary personnel while maintaining high standards of nursing professionalism.
Minimum Qualifications :
Graduate from an accredited nursing program with a Diploma, Associate Degree, or Bachelor’s Degree.Current NYS Registered Nurse license is required.Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) must be obtained and maintained.At least 1-3 years of clinical RN experience in Med-Surg or Progressive Care is preferred.Strong communication, prioritization, organizational, and time-management skills are essential.Knowledge of quality concepts and ability to apply problem-solving tools for patient care quality improvement.Thank you for considering a fulfilling career with Albany Medical Center!
Please note that this role may require access to sensitive information, including HIPAA Protected Health Information. All workforce members must ensure that such information is accessed and used following strict guidelines.