Neonatal ICU Nurse Lead — Day Shift

Albany Med; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Albany Med Health System in Albany, NY seeks a Registered Nurse for Neonatal ICU-B4 on Day shift. The role involves medication administration, IV starts, and caring for neonatal patients in a compassionate environment.

The RN will collaborate with the nursing team to develop Plans of Care, assess patient needs, and ensure HIPAA-compliant, high-quality care.

Requires NYS RN license, BLS/ACLS, and 1–3 years of Med-Surg or Progressive Care experience; equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a professional nursing program (Diploma/ADN/BSN)
• Must hold NYS Registered Nurse license
• BLS and ACLS certification required
• 1–3 years of Med-Surg or Progressive Care experience
• Excellent communication, prioritization, organizational and time-management skills
• Knowledge of quality concepts and problem-solving for quality improvement

Responsibilities

• Implements physician orders, administers medications, starts IVs, performs treatments, procedures and tests and documents treatment as required by policy 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 maintains standards of professional nursing.

Skills

RN license

BLS certified

ACLS certified

Med-Surg experience

Communication

Time management

Education

Diploma in Nursing

Associate Degree in Nursing

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Job description

Albany Med Health System in Albany, NY seeks a Registered Nurse for Neonatal ICU-B4 on Day shift. The role involves medication administration, IV starts, and caring for neonatal patients in a compassionate environment.

The RN will collaborate with the nursing team to develop Plans of Care, assess patient needs, and ensure HIPAA-compliant, high-quality care.

Requires NYS RN license, BLS/ACLS, and 1–3 years of Med-Surg or Progressive Care experience; equal opportunity employer.