Nursing Jobs in Averill Park, NY
$100,000 - $106,000 / hour
Directs and supervises Unit Managers, Supervisors and Charge Nurses RN/LPN in effectively accomplishing their duties. Trains, supports, assists as needed. • Communicates effectively with the Director of Nursing and discusses any problems or concerns regarding clinical operations of the department. • Acts as a resource person in all areas of resident care. • Assumes Unit Manager or charge nurse duties as needed in relation to facility staffing. • Ensures that nursing services are scheduled in accordance with patient needs and within nursing services budget. • Assists in the education of facility nursing policies and ensures implementation of these policies. Assists in nursing competencies. • Assists in recruitment and selection of nursing employees. • Assumes all responsibilities of the Director of Nursing Services in his/her absence. • Responsible for coaching nursing employees to support positive behavior and interactions with others. Assists Director of Nursing with disciplinary concerns. • Engages in the rounding for outcomes strategy with staff, residents and families in an effort to assess whether there are unmet needs/desires, recognize staff for a job well done, or provide coaching to staff as appropriate. • Monitor incident/accident reports to assure licensed nursing staff have evaluated the root cause of the incident/accident, put approaches in place in an effort to prevent reoccurrence, and made appropriate changes to the plan of care. Track I&A’s to evaluate widespread causes or trends. Reports to the CQI committee on a monthly basis. • Completes a line listing in regards to facility infections in accordance with infection control standards and State and Federal Regulations. Reports to the CQI committee. • Ensures isolation precautions are maintained in accordance with facility policy and State/Federal Regulations. • Develops a written agenda for Infection Control Meetings. Keeps minutes of and makes report for the DON. • Maintains Infection Control policies and procedures and participates in an annual review/revisions of these in cooperation with the DON. • Monitors the treatment of pain for residents. Assures assessments are thorough and plans of care accurate. Advocates for a change in the plan of care should assessment reveal that the pain is not being managed. Report finding to CQI. • Monitors the hydration of residents and completed lab work in regards to potential hydration issues. Assist nursing staff in the assessment of at risk residents in regards to hydration and assist in developing a plan of care to prevent dehydration. Interact with the dietician as needed. Report findings to the CQI committee. • Works with the interdisciplinary team in the prevention of wounds. Tracks the facility wounds in an effort to identify potential causes and assures that every wound has an MD order for appropriate treatment, a care plan that is accurate and updated based on nursing assessment. Calculates facility wound rate and reports to the CQI committee. • Uses protective/safety equipment and interventions in accordance with facility policy and OSHA standards. • Makes efforts to recognize, educate and train employees and promotes employee growth in an effort to increase retention and employee satisfaction. • Promotes a culture of safety in the nursing department. Assures there is thorough investigation of injuries and efforts made to prevent further injuries. • Attends mandatory in-services held at the facility in a timely manner and assures nursing staff attendance is acceptable. Takes advantage of CEU programs in an effort to keep your skills current and broaden your knowledge base. Maintain current CPR certification. • Understands and adheres to all safety, infection control, sanitation, accident, fire, accident, disaster and personnel policies and procedures of the facility. • Performs other duties and attends meetings as assigned by the DON. • Communicates effectively with DON and discusses any problems, needs or concerns which arise with the DON. • Assumes responsibility in supporting the DON in promoting and maintaining positive employee relations and effective communications among facility staff. • Understands and upholds the Residents' Bill of Rights and holds all resident information confidential. • Maintains a professional appearance and mannerisms according to established facility standards. Displays a polite and courteous manner towards fellow employees, visitors, and residents at all times. • Provides on-call support to the nursing department as scheduled by the DON. • Ensures appropriate communication systems within the department and between shifts so all staff are knowledgeable about the day to day strategies and overall goals. • Assists the DON in the completion of meaningful evaluations post orientation and yearly thereafter. • Meets with residents and their families as needed to discuss concerns and makes every effort to meet their needs/desires. • Assures check and balance systems are in place to identify potential systems breakdowns. Examples include: system to assure assessments are thorough and care plans are updated; system to assure care cards are updated; system to assure shift to shift reports are thorough. • Leads or participates in Falls meetings to ensure root cause of falls is identified, interventions care planned, assessments completed, trends analyzed. Reports to CQI committee on falls analysis and trends. Supervisory Responsibility Nurses, certified nursing assistants, shadow aides Qualifications: • Holds current nursing license in accordance with State regulations. RN preferred. • Five years Long Term care experience preferred. • 2-3 years of nursing management experience preferred. $51,755.37 - $77,633.06 / year
Department/Unit: Medical/Surgical Hospitalist - E4 Work Shift: Night (United States of America) Salary Range: $51,755.37 - $77,633.06 Under the direction of the attending physician, RN, Lead LPN or practice coordinator, the LPN will provide direct patient care and assist in the following clinical functions to all providers Essential Duties and Responsibilities Obtain and accurately record patient’s vital signs Documents components of patient’s history Communicates in an open and appropriate manner with patients, visitors and staff Participates in in-office procedures under the direction and supervision of a licensed healthcare provider Performs diagnostic CLIA waived testing Performs venipuncture to obtain blood for lab testing Prescription call-backs per scope of practice Preps patient’s chart for pertinent clinical information Maintains inventory of supplies, and keeps patient examination rooms stocked Adheres to AMC’s regulatory compliance issues Qualifications High School Diploma/G.E.D. - required Previous experience in a patient care setting - preferred Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from physicians, patients and their family members or other employees within the work setting. LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - State Licensure Upon Hire - required Physical Demands Standing - Constantly Walking - Constantly Sitting - Rarely Lifting - Frequently Carrying - Frequently Pushing - Occasionally Pulling - Occasionally Climbing - Occasionally Balancing - Occasionally Stooping - Frequently Kneeling - Frequently Crouching - Frequently Crawling - Occasionally Reaching - Frequently Handling - Frequently Grasping - Frequently Feeling - Constantly Talking - Constantly Hearing - Constantly Repetitive Motions - Constantly Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination - Constantly Working Conditions Extreme cold - Rarely Extreme heat - Rarely Humidity - Rarely Wet - Rarely Noise - Constantly Hazards - Frequently Temperature Change - Rarely Atmospheric Conditions - Rarely Vibration - Rarely Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center! Albany Medical is an equal opportunity employer. This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that: Access to information is based on a “need to know” and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification. $51,755.37 - $77,633.06 / year
Department/Unit: Medical/Surgical Hospitalist - E4 Work Shift: Day (United States of America) Salary Range: $51,755.37 - $77,633.06 Under the direction of the attending physician, RN, Lead LPN or practice coordinator, the LPN will provide direct patient care and assist in the following clinical functions to all providers Essential Duties and Responsibilities Obtain and accurately record patient’s vital signs Documents components of patient’s history Communicates in an open and appropriate manner with patients, visitors and staff Participates in in-office procedures under the direction and supervision of a licensed healthcare provider Performs diagnostic CLIA waived testing Performs venipuncture to obtain blood for lab testing Prescription call-backs per scope of practice Preps patient’s chart for pertinent clinical information Maintains inventory of supplies, and keeps patient examination rooms stocked Adheres to AMC’s regulatory compliance issues Qualifications High School Diploma/G.E.D. - required Previous experience in a patient care setting - preferred Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from physicians, patients and their family members or other employees within the work setting. LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - State Licensure Upon Hire - required Physical Demands Standing - Constantly Walking - Constantly Sitting - Rarely Lifting - Frequently Carrying - Frequently Pushing - Occasionally Pulling - Occasionally Climbing - Occasionally Balancing - Occasionally Stooping - Frequently Kneeling - Frequently Crouching - Frequently Crawling - Occasionally Reaching - Frequently Handling - Frequently Grasping - Frequently Feeling - Constantly Talking - Constantly Hearing - Constantly Repetitive Motions - Constantly Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination - Constantly Working Conditions Extreme cold - Rarely Extreme heat - Rarely Humidity - Rarely Wet - Rarely Noise - Constantly Hazards - Frequently Temperature Change - Rarely Atmospheric Conditions - Rarely Vibration - Rarely Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center! Albany Medical is an equal opportunity employer. This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that: Access to information is based on a “need to know” and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification. 
$88,192 - $136,697.60 / year
Department/Unit: Emergency Department Work Shift: Night (United States of America) Salary Range: $88,192.00 - $136,697.60 Registered Nurse (RN) Emergency Department Albany, NY The Registered Professional Nurse assesses, coordinates, plans, directs, implements and manages the needs of assigned patients throughout the episode of care with a focus on progress toward discharge, including during transitions within the acute care stay. The Registered Professional Nurse is responsible for the delivery and coordination of patient care provided by the caregiving team. S/he assures that competent, compassionate patient care is uniformly provided to customers including referring facilities, hospital staff and patients in the inpatient, ambulatory, and community settings. Essential Duties & Responsibilities include but not limited to: • Implements physician orders, administers medications, starts IVs, performs treatments, procedures and special tests, and document treatment as required by company policy and local/state/federal rules 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 maintain standards of professional nursing. Minimum Qualifications: • Graduate of a professional academic nursing program in which a Diploma, Associate Degree or Baccalaureate Degree is conferred • Must hold current NYS Registered Nurse license • Obtains and maintains certification in BLS/ACLS/PALS/TNCC • Minimum of 1-3 years of previous clinical nursing experience in an Emergency Department, preferably in a large academic, Level 1 Trauma Center and Comprehensive Stroke Center • Ability to improve job performance through continuing education • Possesses knowledge of quality concepts, principles, and problem-solving tools and techniques and demonstrates ability to apply in support of departmental and patient care quality improvement The Emergency Department (ED) is a Level I Trauma Center and serves as a regional referral center for a wide variety of patients requiring acute care. Patients of all ages are seen 24 hours/day, 7 days/week. There is a total of 45 rooms in the ED, which includes 5 barco-lounger spaces for lower acuity patients. The Emergency Department is divided into five major zones: Major trauma and critical care, Resuscitation and minor care, Pediatrics, Acute care, and Rapid Care. There are two distinct waiting areas, one for pediatric patients and their families, and the other for all other visitors. There are 7 negative flow rooms, one of which is also an isolation room. Clinical and clerical workstations, nutrition areas, and supply and pharmaceutical dispensing machines are centrally located in each zone. A dedicated radiology suite, including 2 CTs, a DECONTAMINATION suite with a separate entrance, as well as a satellite lab are also located within the Emergency Department. In 2017, it is anticipated that Albany Medical Center will open a Level II Pediatric Emergency Department with 15 exam/treatment areas, 2 trauma resuscitation rooms, and a pediatric observation unit. Each ambulatory patient is initially evaluated at the triage. Patients arriving via EMS are directed to the appropriate patient care room by the flow facilitator during peak hours. Acute psychiatric services are referred to the Psychiatric Crisis Unit at the Capital District Psychiatric Center. Acute burn patients may be transferred to a regional burn center after stabilization. Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center! Albany Medical is an equal opportunity employer. This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that: Access to information is based on a “need to know” and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification. $88,192 - $136,697.60 / year
Department/Unit: Operating Room Work Shift: Evening (United States of America) Salary Range: $88,192.00 - $136,697.60 The Registered Professional Nurse assesses, coordinates, plans, directs, implements and manages the needs of surgical patients throughout the episode of care with a focus on progress toward discharge, including during transitions within the acute care stay. The surgical nurse acts as the patients advocate during the surgical procedure. The Registered Professional Nurse is responsible for the delivery and coordination of patient care provided by the caregiving team. S/he assures that competent, compassionate patient care is uniformly provided to customers including referring facilities, hospital staff and patients in the inpatient, ambulatory, and community settings. Essential Duties & Responsibilities include but not limited to: • Implements physician orders, administers medications to the sterile field, document as required by organizational policy and local/state/federal rules and regulations. • Assesses and evaluates patient needs for, and responses to, care rendered. • Applies sound nursing judgment in patient care management decisions. • Directs and guides ancillary personnel and maintain standards of professional nursing. • Acts as the patient advocate in the surgical setting Minimum Qualifications: • Graduate of a professional academic nursing program in which a Diploma, Associate Degree or Baccalaureate Degree is preferred • Must hold current NYS Registered Nurse license • Obtains and maintains certification in Basic Life Support (BLS), CNOR is preferred • Minimum of 1-3 years of previous clinical RN experience is preferred in the surgical setting • Possesses knowledge of quality concepts, principles, and problem-solving tools and techniques and demonstrates ability to apply in support of departmental and patient care quality improvement The Albany Medical Center’s Surgical Care program is growing to address the needs of our patients. We have expanded our surgical facilities and capabilities. The Operating Room at our Main Campus has 35 state-of-the-art operating suites with the most advanced robotic technology and specialty rooms for cardiac, neurology, urology, vascular and pediatric patients. Hybrid operating suite combines minimally invasive and interventional surgical techniques and includes 3D and rotational CT imaging. Two-room intraoperative CT suite for highly complex procedures spine and brain surgery. Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center! Albany Medical is an equal opportunity employer. This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that: Access to information is based on a “need to know” and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification. 
$78,773.63 - $122,099.12 / year
Department/Unit: Education And Develop Work Shift: Day (United States of America) Salary Range: $78,773.63 - $122,099.12 Salary range will be prorated based on hours worked. The Education Specialist is expected to utilize their knowledge and skills to accomplish the goals of the organization. The Education Specialist achieves this goal through the roles of educator, performance consultant, and leader in collaboration with members of the Hospital, the Center, and the community. Hours: Monday-Friday, 08:00-4:30pm with occasional off-shift and weekend rotation to support educational needs of AMC. • Supports preceptors in developing orientation programs for new Staff. • Responsible for staff orientation and continued development. • Demonstrate principles of conflict resolution and promote consensus building. • Represents Case Management/Social Work at organizational committee meetings as directed • Serves as AMC Liaison with executive leadership interfacing with continuum of care providers and public agencies including: SNF Administrators, vendors, CHHAs, LDSS-APS/CPS, NYS-OMH, OPWDD, MHLS among other regulatory agencies • Interprets laws, policies, operational procedures and objectives. Ensures compliance with regulatory and legal requirements. • Assists in the development of policies and procedures, standards of care and practice, and in the monitoring processes in relations to those standard • Demonstrates advanced knowledge and expertise in CMS, DOH, OMH, OPWDD laws and regulations pertaining to access, delivery, transition and financing across the continuum of care. • Expertise in entitlement eligibility, managed care, guardianship, immigration and naturalization laws. • Ensures efficient and effective service provision within regulatory and professional standards. Minimum Qualifications: • Master’s Degree (MS-Nursing strongly preferred). • Board Certification in relevant specialty- strongly preferred. • A Master’s Degree in Social Work with State licensure or Master’s degree in Nursing or a Master’s degree in Education with a Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing, or a Master’s degree in an allied health field from an accredited institution required. •3 - 5 years of direct critical care experience preferred • Experience in the field of Clinical Social Work or Nursing with experience in Case Management, Utilization Review and Discharge Planning. • BLS Certification. • Demonstrated clinical competency in a nursing or allied health specialty. Previous experience in education program development and teaching preferred. • Ability to create collegial and collaborative relationships internally and externally. • Ability to read and analyze documents. • Ability to listen well, to engage in interactive dialogues with others, and facilitate communication among groups. • Effective organizational, oral and written communication skills, problem solving, program development, computer skills, strong leadership and team building skills. The Education Specialist provides leadership and direction to support high performing staff through the development of educational activities that meet the needs of the nursing organization. Principal Position Responsibilities The Education Specialist is responsible for leading in the design and development of systems that support staff involvement in practice, research, education, and quality decisions; promoting a collaborative environment where nurses practice at the highest level of licensure. This position is responsible for participating in the design, development and implementation of orientation and continuing education programs for individuals and groups within the nursing organization. The educational outcomes of programming are evaluated and linked to the quality process and patient care outcomes. Ideal Candidate will have Pediatric nursing experience. Candidates without pediatric experience can still apply and may be considered Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center! Albany Medical is an equal opportunity employer. This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that: Access to information is based on a “need to know” and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification. $83,200 - $128,960 / year
Department/Unit: HBD - Medicine Cardiology Work Shift: Day (United States of America) Salary Range: $83,200.00 - $128,960.00 Registered Nurse (RN) Cardiology Office Albany, NY Our Cardiology outpatient practice located in Albany, NY is seeking an RN with excellent attention to detail and clinical reasoning skills to join our dedicated team of healthcare providers! Under the direction of the practice physician and/or advanced practice provider (APP) and the supervision of the Nurse Supervisor (RN), the RN may provide direct patient care, patient triage (in-person and telephonic), assessment, planning, directing and evaluating of a patient’s specific care plan and clinic visit. Able to work effectively within a team of multi-specialty professionals. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include: Obtains and accurately record patient’s vital signs; reports abnormal values to treating provider Obtains and documents a patient’s history (Medical, Surgical and Social) and focused physical assessment, related to the clinic visit and as dictated by clinic procedure Administers medications and treatments to patients in clinic, under the direction of a physician or APP Participates in in-office procedure, as related to clinic specialty, under the direction and supervision of a Physician or APP and documents results in EHR Performs review and triage of incoming test results, patient requests and pharmacy renewals; facilitates call-backs to patients as necessary Facilitates the utilization of resources to meet patient outcomes and contribute to Facility (AMC), New York State and National Quality data metrics Delegates tasks deemed appropriate per licensure of LPN and/or MA Adheres to AMC’s regulatory agency (The Joint Commission) and internal compliance policies Orientation and education of newly hired staff Completes continuous/annual education related to Clinic specialty to maintain knowledge base on current practices Provides education to patients related to their visit and overall health and wellness Minimum Qualifications: Associate’s degree of a state accredited Registered Nursing program is required NYS current RN licensure to practice professional nursing is required Current BLS certification required Experience in Outpatient setting preferred. Experience in Cardiology preferred. Excellent customer service and communication skills Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from physicians, patients and their family members or other employees within the work setting. Familiar with computer software. Effective Written and Verbal Communication Skills Working Knowledge of MS Word and Excel Experience with electronic health record preferred Ability to give medications via all routes and ability to calculate medication doses Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center! Albany Medical is an equal opportunity employer. This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that: Access to information is based on a “need to know” and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.