Pediatric Float RN – Night Shift

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

Job summary

Albany Med Health System is seeking a clinical Nurse for the Children’s Hosp Float Pool on a Night shift. You will perform nursing duties including medication administration, IV starts, and diagnostic support within a compassionate team environment.

Requirements include NYS RN licensure, BLS/ACLS, and 1–3 years in Med-Surg or Progressive Care. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential for high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a professional nursing program (Diploma, ADN or BSN).
• Current NYS Registered Nurse license.
• BLS and ACLS certifications required.
• 1–3 years of RN experience in Med-Surg or Progressive Care.
• Excellent communication, prioritization, organizational and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Implements physician orders, administers medications, starts IVs, performs treatments and tests, documents care per policy and regulations.
• Orders, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic tests to identify patient conditions.
• Assesses and evaluates patient needs 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 OTC and prescription medications as ordered.
• Collaborates with the nursing team to create a Plan of Care for all patients.

Skills

Excellent communication

Prioritization

Organizational skills

Time management

Education

Diploma/AD/BSN nursing degree

Tools

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

Job description

Albany Med Health System is seeking a clinical Nurse for the Children’s Hosp Float Pool on a Night shift. You will perform nursing duties including medication administration, IV starts, and diagnostic support within a compassionate team environment.

Requirements include NYS RN licensure, BLS/ACLS, and 1–3 years in Med-Surg or Progressive Care. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential for high-quality patient care.