Location: Albany,NY, USA
Employment Type:
Full time
Shift:
Day Shift
Description:
RN-FT Admission Testing @ St. Peter's Hospital
We at St. Peter's Health Partners recognize that nursing is one of the most challenging careers and the most rewarding. We work with nurses to ensure that their professional experiences meet the expectations they had when they chose nursing. We recognize the crucial role you play in the care of every patient treated and we have worked hard to ensure that you find the professional culture, the career support, medical resources and the career opportunities you are seeking.
What you will do:
While working in Pre-Admission testing, you will have the opportunity to work with patients in their pre- surgical experience prior to the day of surgery. The job involves patient assessment, coordination of needed services prior to surgery and pre op teaching for all types of surgery. This person also is responsible for medical review of charts and resolution of any diagnostic test issues prior to surgery. Employees interface with physicians, their office staff and the anesthesia dept. on a daily basis. St. Peter's 13 surgical services include General, Thoracic, Cardiac, Genito-Urinary, Pediatric, Maxillofacial, Orthopedic, Plastic, Neurological, Anesthesia, Gynecological, Otolaryngological, and Ophthalmological and Vascular procedures.
Position Highlights:
Nurses working in Pre-Admission testing have the support of comprehensive orientation developed by clinical nurse specialists in surgical nursing, on-site BLS classes, and ongoing clinical education. The staff is highly involved in quality improvement activities, program development, recognition activities, and team building. The clinical ladder program provides the opportunity for professional growth through mentoring, opportunities for leadership, and generous educational funding.
Minimum Requirements
* Current NYS RN license
* ASN, BSN preferred
* Minimum 1 year of experience in ACUTE care nursing. Minimum 3 years of Med/Surg experience preferred
About Us
St. Peters Health Partners - St. Peter's Hospital is a member of Trinity Health. Trinity Health employs more than 120,000 colleagues at dozens of hospitals and hundreds of health centers in 21 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.
We thank you for your interest in St. Peter's Health Partners and we look forward to hearing from you soon!
Pay Range: $36.50 - $49.95
Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.