Pediatric Clinical Nurse II – Float Pool

Albany Med; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Albany Med Health System seeks an experienced Registered Nurse for the Children’s Hosp Float Pool in Albany, NY. You will implement physician orders, administer meds, monitor patients, and collaborate with the nursing team to ensure high-quality care.

Requirements include NYS RN license, BLS/ACLS, 1–3 years Med-Surg/PCU experience, and strong communication and time-management skills. This role supports a compassionate, patient-centered environment and complies with regulations.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a professional nursing program with Diploma, Associate, or Baccalaureate degree.
• Current NYS Registered Nurse license.
• BLS and ACLS certifications.
• 1–3 years of Med-Surg or Progressive Care clinical RN experience.
• Excellent communication and time-management skills.
• Knowledge of quality improvement concepts and problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Implements physician orders, administers medications, starts IVs, performs treatments, procedures and tests, and documents 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 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.

Skills

Communication

Prioritization

Organization

Time management

Education

Diploma/Associate/Baccalaureate Nursing

Job description

Albany Med Health System seeks an experienced Registered Nurse for the Children’s Hosp Float Pool in Albany, NY. You will implement physician orders, administer meds, monitor patients, and collaborate with the nursing team to ensure high-quality care.

Requirements include NYS RN license, BLS/ACLS, 1–3 years Med-Surg/PCU experience, and strong communication and time-management skills. This role supports a compassionate, patient-centered environment and complies with regulations.