Clinical Nurse III - Post Cardiothoracic Surgery

Join our exceptional team in the Post Cardiothoracic Surgery unit, a high-performing environment dedicated to providing outstanding patient care. This specialty unit cares for patients undergoing cardiac and thoracic surgeries, catheterizations, structural heart interventions, and electrophysiological procedures, all in a setting that provides intensive telemetry monitoring.

We are looking for passionate and detail-oriented individuals who thrive in fast-paced settings. Whether you are a new graduate or an experienced nurse, we encourage you to apply if you are eager to learn and grow in your nursing practice!

Preferred Advanced Skills: Familiarity with cardiac rhythm interpretation and management, vasoactive and antiarrhythmic medications, and chest tube management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Implement physician orders, administer medications, start IVs, and perform treatments and procedures.
• Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests to assess patient conditions.
• Assess and evaluate patient needs and responses to care.
• Apply sound nursing judgment in patient care management.
• Provide primary and emergency care for both occupational and non-occupational injuries and illnesses.
• Administer medications as prescribed.
• Collaborate with the nursing team to develop comprehensive care plans for patients.
• Guide ancillary personnel and uphold professional nursing standards.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduate of a professional nursing program (Diploma, Associate Degree, or Baccalaureate Degree).
• Current NYS Registered Nurse license.
• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).
• 1-3 years of clinical RN experience in Med-Surg or Progressive Care.
• Strong communication, organizational, prioritization, and time-management skills.
• Knowledge of quality improvement concepts and problem-solving techniques.

We appreciate your interest in Albany Medical Center and look forward to welcoming you to our dedicated team!

Albany Medical Center is an equal opportunity employer.

This role may require access to sensitive patient information. Workforce members must ensure access to information is limited to what is necessary for completing assigned duties and maintaining its confidentiality.