Department/Unit:Education And DevelopWork Shift:Day (United States of America)Salary Range: $71,547.00- $118,053.00The 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.• 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:• 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.• 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 ResponsibilitiesThe 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 consideredThank 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.

By joining the American Red Cross you will touch millions of lives every year and experience the greatness of the human spirit at its best. Are you ready to be part of the world's largest humanitarian network Join us-Where your Career is a Force for Good!Job Description: WHY CHOOSE US As one of the nation's premier humanitarian organizations, the American Red Cross is dedicated to helping people in need throughout the United States and, in association with other Red Cross networks, throughout the world. When you join our team, you have a direct impact on a meaningful mission, and you can help save lives every day. If you share our passion for helping people, join us in this excellent career opportunity. Work where your career is a force for good. We are committed to the diversity of our workforce and to delivering our programs and services in a culturally competent manner reflecting the communities we serve. Our work environment is collaborative, respectful, and inclusive with a focus on building allyship and a culture of belonging that empowers all team members. Come to learn, grow, and succeed while sharing your passion for making a difference. The Red Cross supports a variety of cultural and community resource groups for employees and volunteers. From the Ability Network, our Asian American & Pacific Islander Resource Group, the Latino Resource Group, and Red Cross PRIDE, to the Umoja African American Resource Group, our Veterans+ Resource Group, and the Women's Resource Group, these networks provide connections, mentoring and help give voice to important concerns and opinions.At the American Red Cross, your uniqueness can shine! American Red Cross is currently seeking a Training Services First Aid and CPR Instructor, PT with Benefits, in the Albany NY, area. This is a Part-Time, position working a variable schedule Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW (Job Overview): Responsible to deliver corporate classes to community groups at corporate facilities and/or at community or corporate sites. Responsible to provide high quality instruction per program guidelines, provide the necessary information/reports in a timely manner and properly maintain equipment in their possession.Perform all duties and responsibilities in compliance with standard operating procedures and other applicable Federal, State, and local regulations.The mission of the American Red Cross is to prevent and alleviate human suffering in the face of emergencies by mobilizing the power of volunteers and the generosity of donors. We help increase the preparedness of our communities by offering courses in First Aid, CPR/AED, Babysitter's Training, Lifeguard Training, Certified Nurse Aid Training, and other certification courses. American Red Cross Training Services instructors are an elite group of professionals who teach valuable lifesaving skills to 12 million people each year in businesses, schools, and communities. WHERE YOUR CAREER IS A FORCE GOOD (Key Responsibilities): Instruction: Teaches Red Cross Training Services instructors within their current certifications to businesses and to the community. Must arrive to teaching site a minimum 30 minutes before class is to begin. Supply Chain/Logistics : Responsible for maintaining, managing, and storing all assigned equipment, including storage at assigned work location and transporting equipment in personal vehicle. Responsible for re-ordering all necessary equipment at least once per month and maintaining and managing an active inventory of supplies at all times. Instructors are responsible for transporting, loading/unloading, carrying and/or lifting equipment as necessary at assigned teaching locations. At conclusion of class, is responsible for the cleaning equipment according to established decontamination guidelines and reporting any maintenance issues to the appropriate logistics staff member. Quality Assurance: Responsible for applying quality assurance and control programs. Integrates quality improvement activities and measures in overall service provision. Ensures that the proper safety measures are in place to protect customers and staff who participate in the training activities. Resource Management: Responsible for efficient and effective use of resources. Adheres to the financial and registration policy regarding unregistered students in Community classes. Communications/Reporting: Engages in regular communications with Training Specialist regarding course updates and latest changes to products/services. Actively submits unavailability requests, as necessary, in Skedulo when not available to be assigned to classes. Submits training activity and other course related records according to standard timelines. Where applicable, training and course-related records must be submitted electronically using the American Red Cross web-based learning center. The instructor is required to use the corporate email account (@Redcross.org) issued to him/her upon hire, for all American Red Cross related correspondence. Standard Schedule: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Pay Information: The salary for this position is $18.35-$20.00 per hour Note: that the American Red Cross sets salary ranges aligned to a specific geographic location in which the work is performed. The stated salary range in this posting is an average. The specific salary information will be shared at the time of phone screening based upon your location and qualifications. Premium Pay and Shift Differentials paid evenings and weekend. WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED (Minimum Qualifications): Education: High School Diploma or equivalent (GED). Current certification to be an instructor in discipline is desired. Additional training and certification will be provided to qualified candidate after hire through American Red Cross courses. Once certified, the instructor must maintain current basic and instructor level certifications for the courses they have been hired to teach. Experience: Previous experience in education, adult training or service industry preferred. Basic computer and email skills and demonstrated ability to utilize MS Office programsComfort and experience in using audio-visual technology (computer/LCD, PowerPoint, etc.) for educational delivery. Skills and Abilities : Must have strong presentation abilities and demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to communicate course material in a clear and understandable manner. Customer service orientation. Ability to teach effectively in an adult learning environment. Other: Flexible schedule required during the day, evening, or weekends. Travel: Ability to travel regionally 100%. A valid driver's license is required. * Combination of candidate's education and general experience satisfies requirements so long as the total years equate to description's minimum education and general experience years combined (Management experience cannot be substituted). Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 15 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. The work environment will consist of moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phones and printers, light traffic). The employee must have the ability to work in a small cubicle and have the ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time. BENEFITS FOR YOU: We take care of you, while you take care of others. As a mission-based organization, we believe our team needs great support to do great work. Our comprehensive benefits help you in balancing home and work. With our resources and perks, you have amazing possibilities at the American Red Cross to advance the learn.• Medical, Dental Vision plans• Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts• PTO + Holidays• 401K with 5% match• Paid Family Leave• Employee Assistance• Disability and Insurance: Short + Long Term• Service Awards and recognition*LI-PostApply now! Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference every day. The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Interested in Volunteering Life's emergencies don't stop, and neither do American Red Cross volunteers, who represent more than 90 percent of our workforce to help prevent and alleviate human suffering. You can make a difference by volunteering in a position that appeals to you and allows you to use your unique skills and talents. The Red Cross relies on generous volunteers who give their time and talent to help fulfill our lifesaving mission.Visit redcross.org/volunteertoday to learn more, including our most-needed volunteer positions.To view the EEOC Summary of Rights, click here: Summary of Rights

Department/Unit:Perioperative PRNWork Shift:Day (United States of America)Position will focus on education of current staff and orientation of new staff. The position includes auditing, and is part of the leadership team.Salary Range $71,547.00 - $118,053QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily as outlined in the attached annual competency assessment. Where feasible, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the job’s essential functions.EDUCATION:A Bachelor's degree in Nursing. Must hold current New York State Registered Nurse registration and certification or eligible for licensure in New York State. EXPERIENCE:Demonstrated clinical competence and in depth knowledge in specialty area.COMMUNICATION SKILLS:Creates a collegial and collaborative environment among all members of the healthcare team. Demonstrated effective leadership, teaching, research and communication skills.PROFESSIONAL SKILLS:Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for decisions. Utilizes problem-solving and decision making skills. Coaches and mentors staff. Researches and develops specialty specific practice standards and communicates them to other staff in their area of specialty.REASONING ABILITY:Ability to identify problems collects data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to improve job performance through continuing education.PHYSICAL DEMANDS:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to probe, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, reach with hands and arms, and speak and hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit and stoop, kneel, or crouch.The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.WORK ENVIRONMENT:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be subject to infectious materials and chemicals (see unit specific MSDS information).The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.This job requires as an essential function that the majority of the time the employee be physically on-site as the work cannot be done from a remote location.OTHER REQUIREMENTS:All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees will be required to perform any other job-related instructions given by their supervisor subject to reasonable accommodations.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.

Department/Unit:HBD - Peds Counseling & Behavioral HealthWork Shift:Day (United States of America)Salary Range: $68.640.00 - $99,023.00Registered NursePediatric Behavioral/Developmental OfficeAlbany, NYWe are looking for a caring and compassionate RN with excellent attention to detail and clinical reasoning skills to join our outpatient Pediatric Developmental & Behavioral clinic. Under the direction of the practice physician and/or advanced practice provider (APP) and the supervision of the Nurse Manager (RN) and/or 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:• Obtain and accurately record patient’s vital signs; reports abnormal values to treating provider; room patient according to departmental guidelines• 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• Assist with patient check-in• 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• Assists in scheduling patients for both in person and telehealth visits• Participate in nurse visits including medication review, education and follow-up; patient and parent education• 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 wellnessMinimum Qualifications:• Associate’s degree of a state accredited Registered Nursing program is required• NYS current RN licensure to practice professional nursing is required• Current CPR certification required• Certification in specialty, Ambulatory setting 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 dosesThank 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.

Department/Unit:Work Shift:Day (United States of America)The clinical Nurse contributes to the creation of a compassionate and caring environment for patients, families and colleagues through displays of kindness and active listening. Recognizes and appreciates that each employee’s work is valuable and contributes to the success of the Mission.Job Description• 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 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.The clinical Nurse contributes to the creation of a compassionate and caring environment for patients, families and colleagues through displays of kindness and active listening. Recognizes and appreciates that each employee’s work is valuable and contributes to the success of the Mission.Essential Duties and Responsibilities include: 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 conferredMust hold current NYS Registered Nurse licenseObtains 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 CareExcellent communication, prioritization, organizational and time-management skillsPossesses 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.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.

Department/Unit:Neurosciences & Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (EMU) - D5NWork Shift:Staffing Options Program (United States of America)The clinical Nurse contributes to the creation of a compassionate and caring environment for patients, families and colleagues through displays of kindness and active listening. Recognizes and appreciates that each employee’s work is valuable and contributes to the success of the Mission.Hourly range: $43.50 /hr. - $48.50/hr.Job DescriptionImplements 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 QualificationsGraduate of a professional academic nursing program in which a Diploma, Associate Degree or Baccalaureate Degree is conferredMust hold current NYS Registered Nurse licenseObtains 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 CareExcellent communication, prioritization, organizational and time-management skillsPossesses 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.­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­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.

Department/Unit:Stroke CenterWork Shift:Day (United States of America)The Stroke Coordinator will be a Registered Professional Nurse who will establish relationships with all related physicians/professionals or other health related groups within the community. The Stroke coordinator will collaborate with the stroke/neuro-endovascular physicians, unit staff and other team members. This individual will perform oversight of the stroke program.The Stroke Coordinator coordinates the interdepartmental process development and/or improvements (ED, Nursing Unit, Laboratory, Radiology, Pharmacy, VIR, Neurosurgery, and others) that impact the Stroke Program. The Stroke Coordinator assists in the development, maintenance, and updating all AMC policies, procedures, orders sets, plans of care, teaching materials, and documentation as they relate to the Stroke Program in order to maintain compliance with regulatory standards such as the Joint Commission, NYS Department of Health, Center for Medicaid and Medicare Services, and the American Heart Association.Salary: $54,846.00 - $87,754.00The Stroke Coordinator provides expertise to interdepartmental planning, process development and/or improvements that serve to achieve overall goals of the organization as related to advancement of the Stroke Program.The Stroke Coordinator acts as a clinical resource and educator for staff, patients, outside hospitals, EMS services, and the community.The Stroke Coordinator communicates with the multidisciplinary team to ensure 24/7 capability of caring for acute stroke patients.The Stroke Coordinator serves as a leader in the community for the creation and maintenance of a Comprehensive Stroke Program.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.

Department/Unit:Float PoolWork Shift:Weekend_Day (United States of America)POSITION SUMMARY:The Clinical Support Nurse, (CSN) assumes a leadership role by providing on-site expertconsultation to Patient Care Services Staff in clinical patient care situations. The CSN teaches andsupports staff to learn patient care skills that require additional education, may require clinicalcertification and are not easily met by unit specific opportunities. The CSN also has specificdirect patient care responsibilities.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Assist staff develop clinical skills and problem solve in complex patient care situations. Teach and support staff to initiate access and manage intravascular therapy. Provide direct care in selected complex patient care situations. Negotiate effectively to reach consensual decisions with staff and managers.QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential dutysatisfactorily as outlined in the attached annual competency assessment. Reasonableaccommodations may be made, where feasible, to enable qualified individuals with disabilities toperform the job’s essential functions.EDUCATION:Graduate of a professional academic nursing program. BSN or actively pursuing BSN preferred.Holds current RN Registration or a Limited Permit to practice in the State of New York.EXPERIENCE:Minimum of three years recent acute care clinical experience in specific patient populationsserved.COMMUNICATION SKILLS:Communicates effectively with patients, family members, employees and others. Listens activelyand verifies and clarifies messages. Seeks the input of others to achieve consensus. Appliesproblem solving, negotiating and conflict resolution skills into communication. Utilizes Chain ofCommand as needed to reach optimum outcomes. Reads and interprets documents such asQuality Reports and Hospital Policy and Procedures. Ensures that patient care is documented onestablished forms.PROFESSIONAL SKILLS:Carries out responsibilities in adherence to the highest standards of ethical conduct as defined byAMC and the tenets of the Professional Nursing Organization. Demonstrates conscientiousnessin such matters as record-keeping. Uses good judgment when performing the functions of the jobor when interacting with others. Accepts direction, carries out instructions, works cooperatively K:\Competency\Competency Documents by Job Title\Clinical Support Nurse\Clinical Support Nurse JD 8-11.doc - 2 -Revised 8/2011with others and avoids creating unnecessary conflict. Adheres to AMC’s policies, standards andpractices and utilizes AMC’s problem-solving processes for resolving grievances ordisagreements. Anticipates and resolves potential problems to ensure the delivery of appropriatequality patient care. Seeks professional education to improve job performance and maintainscompetency through completion of required continuing education.REASONING ABILITY:Identifies problems, collects data, establishes facts, and draws valid conclusions. Solves practicalproblems and deals with a variety of situations where only limited standardization exists.Interprets a variety of instructions in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.PHYSICAL DEMANDS:While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, usehands to probe, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, reach with hands and arms, and speakand hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit and stoop, kneel, or crouch.The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities requiredby this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and theability to adjust focus.WORK ENVIRONMENT: While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be subject to infectiousmaterials and chemicals. (See MSDS information on-line.) The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. This job requires as an essential function that the majority of the time the employee bephysically on-site as the work cannot be done from a remote location.OTHER REQUIREMENTS:All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and/or abilitydeemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed asan exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees will be requiredto perform any other job-related instructions given by their supervisor subject to reasonableaccommodations.POSITION SUMMARY:The Clinical Support Nurse, (CSN) assumes a leadership role by providing on-site expertconsultation to Patient Care Services Staff in clinical patient care situations. The CSN teaches andsupports staff to learn patient care skills that require additional education, may require clinicalcertification and are not easily met by unit specific opportunities. The CSN also has specificdirect patient care responsibilities.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESAssist staff develop clinical skills and problem solve in complex patient care situations.Teach and support staff to initiate access and manage intravascular therapy.Provide direct care in selected complex patient care situations.Negotiate effectively to reach consensual decisions with staff and managers.REQUIREMENTS:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential dutysatisfactorily as outlined in the attached annual competency assessment. Reasonableaccommodations may be made, where feasible, to enable qualified individuals with disabilities toperform the job’s essential functions.EDUCATION:Graduate of a professional academic nursing program. BSN or actively pursuing BSN preferred.Holds current RN Registration or a Limited Permit to practice in the State of New York.EXPERIENCE:Minimum of three years recent acute care clinical experience in specific patient populationsserved.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.

Department/Unit:Childrens Hospital STAT RNsWork Shift:Night (United States of America)The clinical support nurse (CSN) assumes a leadership role by providing on-site expert consultation to Patient Care Services Staff in the Children’s Hospital. The CSN teaches and supports staff to learn patient care skills that may require additional education or training that are not easily met by unit specific opportunities. The CSN also has direct patient care responsibilities.Hourly Range: $35.81 - 59.09Demonstrate advanced knowledge and skills required to specialty nursingManage complex patient and system related issuesAssist staff develop clinical skills and problem solve in complex patient care situationsTeach and support staff to initiate access and manage intravascular therapyProvide direct care in selected complex patient care situationsCommunicate effectively to reach consensual decisions with the care team in the best interest of the patientEducation/Experience:Current NYS Nursing license; BSN preferredPediatric/Critical Care certification preferredMinimum 3 years of recent acute care clinical experience in PediatricsThank 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.

Department/Unit:VIR NursingWork Shift:Staffing Options Program (United States of America)Hourly range: $43.50 /hr. - $48.50/hr.If you are looking for an RN position in the VIR, this could be your opportunity! We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Vascular Interventional Radiology Unit (VIR).Essential Duties and Responsibilities:• Peri-procedural nursing care of outpatients and inpatients needing Interventional Radiology procedures.• Administration of conscious sedation, hemodynamic monitoring, management of vented and critical care patients.• Phase 1 anesthesia recovery of pediatric and adult patients.• Use of and accessing central venous devices.Desired Skills/Abilities:• Critical care experience with ACLS and/or PALS Pediatric experience preferred.Education/License/Experience Requirements:• Associates Degree required.• 1-3 years of RN experience required.• Must hold current NYS Registered Nurse license.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.Graduate of a professional academic nursing program in which a Diploma, Associate Degree or Baccalaureate Degree is conferredMust hold current NYS Registered Nurse licenseObtains 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 critical careExcellent communication, prioritization, organizational and time-management skillsPossesses 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.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.