About the role#
This position is for students currently enrolled in a nursing program who want to gain clinical experience within a hospital setting. You will work under the direction of a Registered Nurse to support patient care and unit operations. This is a float pool role, meaning you may be assigned to different units as needed.
What you'll do#
- Collect patient data including vital signs, height, weight, and fluid intake and output.
- Report abnormal findings to the RN and the care team.
- Assist patients with daily needs such as bathing, oral care, grooming, dressing, and toileting.
- Help patients with eating and hydration.
- Support patient mobility through ambulation, range of motion exercises, and the use of assistive devices.
- Participate in care planning and the nursing report process.
- Document all care provided in the patient record.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly environment.
- Follow infection control techniques and safety precautions.
- Collaborate with Materials Coordinators to manage unit supplies.
- Provide 1:1 activity companion services for patients when requested.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an undergraduate or graduate nursing program.
- Availability to work 24 or 36 hours either during the school year or during academic breaks.
- Strong communication skills to interact with patients, families, and staff.
- A commitment to honesty, punctuality, and ethical conduct.
- Ability to perform the physical requirements of the role, including frequent standing, walking, and lifting.
Location & details#
- Location: Albany, New York.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Part-time, per diem.
- This is a paid position.
About Albany Medical Center
Albany Medical Center operates as an academic medical center in northeastern New York. The 766-bed facility provides medical services including trauma care, pediatric emergency support, and organ transplantation. It functions as a nonprofit organization and maintains an affiliation with Albany Medical College. The system employs between 5,001 and 10,000 people and serves as a major private employer in the Capital Region.
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