Ambulatory Surgery RN: Compassionate Care & Diagnostics

Albany Med; United States; On-site; USD 88,192 - 136,698; Full time

Job summary

Albany Med Health System is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse for the Ambulatory Surgery department. The role involves caring for patients before and after surgical procedures, ensuring a compassionate environment, and supporting staff in delivering high-quality care.

The nurse will administer medications, start IVs, assess patient needs, and collaborate with the team to implement the Plan of Care while adhering to HIPAA and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Strong prioritization and time management capabilities are required.
• Knowledge of quality improvement concepts and problem solving is expected.

Responsibilities

• Implement physician orders, administer medications, start IVs, and document treatment per policy.
• Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests to assess patient conditions.
• Assess patient needs and responses to care; apply sound nursing judgment.
• Provide primary and emergency care for occupational and non-occupational injuries and illnesses.
• Collaborate with the nursing team to create a Plan of Care for all patients.
• Direct and guide ancillary staff and maintain standards of professional nursing.

Skills

Communication skills

Prioritization

Organizational skills

Time management

Education

Nursing diploma/ADN/BSN

Job description

Albany Med Health System is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse for the Ambulatory Surgery department. The role involves caring for patients before and after surgical procedures, ensuring a compassionate environment, and supporting staff in delivering high-quality care.

The nurse will administer medications, start IVs, assess patient needs, and collaborate with the team to implement the Plan of Care while adhering to HIPAA and regulatory requirements.