What are the responsibilities and job description for the D5 Neuromedicine and Epilepsy Monitoring RN position at Albany Medical Center?
D5 Neuromedicine and Epilepsy Monitoring RN at Albany Medical Center:
The D5 Neuromedicine and Epilepsy Monitoring RN is responsible for providing compassionate patient care in the Neurosciences & Epilepsy Monitoring Unit by implementing physician orders, administering medications, and performing diagnostic tests. This role requires a valid NYS Registered Nurse license and certifications in Basic Life Support and Advanced Cardiac Life Support, along with at least 1-3 years of clinical nursing experience.
The RN collaborates with a nursing team to create individualized care plans while ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.
Job Responsibilities:
- Implements physician orders, administers medications, starts IVs, performs treatments, procedures, and special tests
- 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
Requirements:
- 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 Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Minimum of 1-3 years of previous clinical RN experience in Med-Surg or Progressive Care
- Excellent communication, prioritization, organizational, and time-management skills
- 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
Security Clearance:
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.
