Trauma & General Surgery Night Nurse (RN)

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

Job summary

Albany Med Health System is seeking an experienced Night Shift Registered Nurse for the General Surgery/Trauma-B3 unit in Albany, NY. The RN will implement orders, administer medications, initiate IVs, and document care per policies and regulations.

The role requires current NYS RN licensure, BLS/ACLS certification, and 1–3 years of Med-Surg or Progressive Care experience, with strong communication and time-management skills.

Qualifications

• Diploma, ADN or BSN in nursing.
• Current NYS Registered Nurse license.
• Certifications in BLS and ACLS required.

Responsibilities

• Implements physician orders, administers medications, starts IVs, and documents care.
• Orders, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic tests to assess conditions.
• Assesses and evaluates patient needs and responses to care.
• Provides primary and emergency care for injuries and illnesses.
• Collaborates with the nursing team to plan a Care Plan.
• Directs ancillary personnel and maintains professional nursing standards.

Skills

Nursing knowledge

Clinical assessment

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Nursing Diploma/AD/BSN

Tools

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

Job description

Albany Med Health System is seeking an experienced Night Shift Registered Nurse for the General Surgery/Trauma-B3 unit in Albany, NY. The RN will implement orders, administer medications, initiate IVs, and document care per policies and regulations.

The role requires current NYS RN licensure, BLS/ACLS certification, and 1–3 years of Med-Surg or Progressive Care experience, with strong communication and time-management skills.