What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Medical/Surgical Nurse position at Albany Medical Center?
Department / Unit : Medical / Surgical Hospitalist - E4
Work Shift : Day (United States of America)
The Senior Medical / Surgical Nurse plays a key role in providing compassionate and high-quality care to patients. This individual implements physician orders, administers medications, performs treatments and procedures, and documents treatment in compliance with company policy and regulations. Additionally, the Senior Medical / Surgical Nurse collaborates with the nursing team to create comprehensive care plans for patients and provides primary and emergency care for injuries and illnesses. This role requires sound nursing judgment and the ability to maintain professional standards.
- 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.
