Clinical Nurse III: E8: Rehab

Department / Unit : Inpatient Rehab - E8Work Shift : Weekend Day (United States of America)Hourly Min $36.73Hourly Max $60.

93The E8 Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Acute Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit is looking for a weekend track day Registered Nurse.

As a rehabilitation nurse you will help our patients adjust to chronic illness or injury. This can be done by creating care plans, helping educate and assist other caregivers, coordinating care from other healthcare professionals like physical therapists, psychiatrists, speech therapists and occupational therapists.

Job DescriptionImplements 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.Minimum QualificationsGraduate of a professional academic nursing program in which a Diploma, Associate Degree or Baccalaureate Degree is conferredMust hold current NYS Registered Nurse licenseObtains and maintains certification in Basic Life Support (BLS)Minimum of 1-3 years of previous clinical RN experience in Med-Surg or Progressive CareExcellent communication, prioritization, organizational and time-management skillsPossesses 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.

Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center! Albany Medical is an equal opportunity employer.This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes.

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