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Inpatient Cardiology - Advanced Practice Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant - 40hrs

Completes thorough but appropriately focused evaluations of pediatric patients (from neonates to adolescents and young adults), including competent and age appropriate histories and examinations. Identifies level of illness severity in a timely manner. Presents thoughtful assessments to the supervising physician and works towards prescribing necessary care plans. Performs appropriate procedures under their responsibility with the appropriate guidance. Knows when and how to seek assistance. Medical knowledge Clinical knowledge . With guidance, applies basic medical knowledge to common diagnoses in department. Expands clinical knowledge by asking insightful questions, seeking knowledge independently and reading medical literature critically. Incorporates issues of child health advocacy, preventive health care, ethical dilemmas, and cost of tests and therapies. Diagnostic evaluation . Provides basic evaluation (e.g., diagnostic testing and consultation) for common diagnoses. Increasingly recommends broad evaluation based on an unfocused differential diagnosis. Reports results of diagnostic studies, identifying clinically significant results with guidance. Patient history. Gathers patient information following a template. Adapts the template with guidance and as appropriate to filter and prioritize pertinent positives and negatives based on broad diagnostic categories or possible diagnoses. Patient care Clinical reasoning . Presents clinical facts (e.g., history, exam, tests, consultations, etc.) to preceptor, supervising physician, and care team. Ultimately generates an unfocused differential diagnosis based on the clinical facts. Organize and prioritize patient care . Completes assigned patient care responsibilities focused on individual patients. Patient management . Increasingly participates in the creation of patient management plans. Discusses plans with patients/families. Procedures as defined by clinical department. Increasingly exposed to the array of core procedures and guided in the performance of these. Please reference the “APP Procedures Listing” for those relevant to the Medical Specialty. Interpersonal and communication Patient and family centered communications. Works to establish rapport with patients/families. Develops therapeutic relationship in straightforward encounters. Seeks guidance when adjusting communication strategies in order to mitigate barriers and meet patient/family expectations. Interpersonal and team communication. Participates within the inter-professional team . With guidance, clearly and appropriately requests consultation, presenting relevant patient information to supervising physician . Communication within the Health Care System. Accurately and timely records information in the patient record. Responds in a timely fashion and in appropriate form (e.g., in-person, HER, telephone, email) to requests. Seeks guidance on best mode of communicating when uncertain. Practice-based learning and improvement Evidence-based and informed practice . Develops and articulates clinical questions. Accesses available evidence with appropriate guidance. Reflective practice and commitment to personal growth. Participates in feedback sessions. With guidance from lead/manager, develops professional goals and a learning plan, incorporating feedback and performance data. Professionalism Performs responsibilities in a thorough and timely manner. Proactively seeks guidance in new, complex and/or stressful situations. Participates in creating, promoting and sustaining a healthy and productive team and work environment. Familiarizes self with institutional resources that are meant to promote well-being. System-based practice System navigation for patient centered care-coordination of care. Increasingly involved in coordinating care of patients in routine clinical situations. Identifies the need for and engages inter-professional team based on patient and family needs . Population and community health . Incorporates awareness of population and community health needs and disparities and knowledge of local resources to inform understanding of patient/family health concerns. Minimum Education and Experience Required Minimum education (degree/type of degree). Advanced Practice Nurse Practitioner: Graduate degree in nursing accredited by one of the national certifying bodies in nursing. (Or, on or before December 31, 2004, completion of an advanced nurse practitioner program recognized by a national certifying body for certification as a nurse practitioner.) Or… Physician Assistant: Graduation from a physician assistant program accredited, at the time of graduation, by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant ( ARC-PA ). Minimum experience (minimum years & type of experience). No related experience required. Preferred education & experience. n/a KSAs required upon hire or transfer. (Please reference the KSA section below) License and/or Certification Required: At time of hire and maintenance at time of appointment or privilege approval: Provider licensing: Current State of Connecticut (Pediatric) Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) licensure. OR… Certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants, Inc. (NCCPA). Current State of Connecticut Physician Assistant licensure. Additionally: Depending on privileges for role, Basic Life Support (BLS) and/or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification may be required. Depending on privileges for role, federal DEA and CT controlled substance registration may be required. Certain specialties may require additional certifications. Please reference the document: “APP: Certifications by Specialty.” Preferred: n/a Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Medical knowledge and procedures: Medical knowledge sufficient to recognize patterns, trends and disease traits and to fully engage in APP learning opportunities, effectively applying such knowledge to basic clinical evaluations and patient care. Communication: Exemplary written and verbal communication. Interpersonal: Respectful and compassionate in interactions with staff, patients, and families. Professionalism, organizational view: Demonstrates accountability for assigned work and the extent of one’s involvement in patient care . Demonstrates openness to feedback. Ability to incorporate feedback and learnings into work effort.

Student Nurse

3 days ago

Student Nurse Intern -Flynn Fellowship

Connecticut Children's Hartford, CT

The Susan D. Flynn Pediatric Oncology Nursing Fellowship program is intended to help stimulate the career interest and foster the professional development of potential Pediatric Oncology Nurses. The program is focused on the critically important field of Oncology Nursing. The Fellowship enhances the Student Nurse Intern's core clinical education through direct involvement with Oncology patient care, expert training in compassionate care, and exposure to related patient care duties and services that typify Oncology nurses' valuable role and important inter-relationships with other members of the healthcare team. Opportunities to attend various pertinent internal educational programs and meetings with key team members at Connecticut Children's Medical Center provide additional learning experiences for the Student Nurse Intern. The Flynn Fellowship Student Nurse Intern functions as a Patient Care Assistant, under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, and is provided with a comprehensive scope of direct observational and learning experiences related to Oncology Nursing. DIRECT PATIENT CARE - Provides direct patient care (as defined by the unit) that addresses the population-specific needs of the patients on the unit with the exception of sitting for patients who require 1:1 observation. Activities may include any of the following: assist patient with feedings and personal care (e.g. hygiene, ambulating and activities of daily living, etc.); obtain vital signs, temperature, weight, height, head circumference or other patient data as required; obtain and test specimens (e.g. blood glucose, urine, etc.); transport patients; assist with patient admissions and discharges. Demonstrates an awareness of safety needs and a basic knowledge of medical terminology, infection control, risk management and environment of care policies in all interactions with patients/families. Responds with tact and discretion to the needs of patients and families, and reports needs beyond the PCA skill level to the RN. DOCUMENTATION - Accurately documents patient information on appropriate forms. Demonstrates basic data entry and data retrieval competency in electronic patient records and/or patient supply systems utilized on unit. UNIT SUPPORT ACTIVITIES - Maintains appropriate inventories of unit supplies in patient rooms/bedside stands, and in treatment, utility, medication and linen rooms. Cleans, maintains and inventories unit equipment. May perform quality control checks on equipment or supplies as directed by the RN. Utilizes all equipment appropriately and notifies appropriate person of equipment or facility breakdown or damage. Assist with miscellaneous errands, and transportation of medication (including controlled substances) blood, equipment and supplies, as directed by the RN. Assists with routine clerical tasks. Demonstrates knowledge of the population-specific differences and needs of patients in appropriate, specific populations from neonate through adolescence and applies them to practice. Demonstrates cultural sensitivity in all interactions with patients/families and co-workers. Demonstrates support for the mission, values and goals of the organization through behaviors that are consistent with the Connecticut Children's Standards. POSITION-SPECIFIC ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES The Flynn Fellowship Student Nurse Intern participates in a comprehensive scope of direct observational and learning experiences, including exposure to: Oncology Nursing (possible roles/typical responsibilities, applied practice, possiblecareer opportunities, etc.) Medical ; Surgical Oncology (including treatment plans, key policies/procedures, patienteducation, etc.) Clinical Research Oncology Office/Functional Organization (organization, functions, roles/responsibilities) Palliative Care Department (organization, resources, services) Infusion Services Radiation Therapy Patient Support Programs In addition, as part of this learning/development experience and in collaboration with the Connecticut Children's Flynn Fellowship Educator, the Student Nurse Intern completes an "evidence-based practice" research project in some aspect of Pediatric Oncology Nursing. The Nurse Intern presents his/her project at the Flynn Fellowship Graduation Ceremony at the completion of the Fellowship Program. Program Schedule: The Connecticut Children's Flynn Fellowship runs for 8 consecutive weeks during the summer months. The Student Intern works 40 hours per week, and the daily schedule may vary during the week to allow for diverse clinical learning experiences. Education and/or Experience Required: Must be registered as a rising Senior Nursing Student in a four-year baccalaureate nursing program. The student must be enrolled in a nursing program that is approved by the Flynn Fellowship Program. Achieved and maintained at least a 3.0 GPA.

Manager/Supervisor

NICU

3 days ago

Assistant Nurse Manager- NICU

Connecticut Children's Hartford, CT

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES UNIT LEADERSHIP Supervises and coordinates the day-to-day activities and unit operations on an assigned shift for an inpatient nursing unit: Ensures adequate staffing levels by supporting Resource Nurses to make appropriate decisions; understands and takes into consideration both unit and organizational staffing resource needs, and appropriately allocates/assigns staffing resources based upon those needs; Assists with analysis of monthly budget variances and yearly budget planning Facilitates teamwork and cooperation among staff, effectively follows-up and resolves routine employee relations issues, seeking support from Nurse Manager with more complex issues Participates in the selection, hiring and orientation process for unit staff; partners with nurse manager in all phases of the performance management process (planning, ongoing feedback/coaching, check ins, and appraisal) for assigned staff; facilitates off-shift staff meetings; Identifies shift equipment, supply and services issues; communicates with appropriate personnel, and follows-through to resolve resource issues. Participates in a variety of administrative managerial activities such as the development, implementation, and enforcement of unit policies and procedures; follows-up on occurrence reports; and maintains appropriate department files (e.g. employee files, incident reports, etc.) Drives success within team to achieve unit and department scorecard goals. Ensures the success of Unit-based Shared Governance Councils. Holds councils accountable to achieve their goals in set timeframes. Incorporates Rounding for Influence practices into their daily workflow CLINICAL PRACTICE Competent to provide direct clinical care as needed. Provides safe, appropriate patient care to a defined patient population according to CT Children’s and department policies and standards. Coordinates with the unit based clinical nurse educator to ensure that staff receive education on new treatment modalities and on the care of new patient populations. Facilitates teamwork among department staff and between departments to help ensure a seamless service and optimal care to patients and families. MULTI-DISCIPLINARY COLLABORATION Demonstrates effective communication and collaboration skills with all members of the health care team. Develops, or assists others in developing comprehensive plans of care that recognize the multidisciplinary contributions to patient care. DOCUMENTATION Conducts chart reviews and follows-up to ensure ongoing readiness for regulatory purposes. Completes all required documentation in a timely manner, according to CCMC policies and standards; necessary information is effectively communicated to all members of the health care team. Provides feedback to clinical staff regarding compliance with unit documentation standards. PATIENT /FAMILY PARTNERSHIP AND EDUCATION Conducts daily rounds of unit consistently fielding routine patient/staff issues. Follows through to resolution issues identified in patient satisfaction survey. Partners with child and family in evaluating outcomes. Monitors, trends, and evaluates patient/family responses to treatment. Provides appropriate education to patients and families regarding all aspects of care according to CCMC policies and s tandards; supports the organization’s efforts to patient/family education. QUALITY IMPROVEMENT Demonstrates commitment to continuous quality improvement; leads changes processes by coordinating unit-based quality improvement activities in conjunction with the unit-based councils for the department and or organization; collaborates in the review and development of policies and procedures. With the unit councils and education support, implements improvements, ensuring appropriate education of affected staff; and, ensures system for ongoing monitoring and evaluation. Identifies clinical issues and promotes quality improvement and/or research activities directed toward improving patient care. POPULATION-SPECIFIC Demonstrates knowledge of the differences and needs of patients in appropriate, specific populations from neonate through adolescence and applies them to practice. Demonstrates cultural sensitivity in all interactions with patients/families. Collaborates with manager and others to develop a systematic approach to addressing the population-specific differences of patients/families. Position Specific Role Responsibilities SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES Collaborates with Nurse Manager, Education Support and physician leaders to manage clinical and non-clinical staff EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE REQUIRED Education Required: BSN required or must obtain a BSN within 3 years of hire. Education Preferred: Master's degree preferred. Experience Required: Minimum 5 years relevant nursing experience required. Experience Preferred Management experience strongly preferred. Position Specific Job Education and/or Experience LICENSE and/or CERTIFICATION REQUIRED Current State of Connecticut Registered Nurse licensure is required and maintained thereafter. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) / CPR in adult, child & infant is required upon hire Specialty licensure/certification may be required, as specified by department Position Specific Job License and/or Certification Required KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE OF: Day-to-day needs of patients on unit; Accreditation and certification requirements and standards Medical equipment as it relates to patient care on unit SKILLS: Demonstrates computer proficiency in Windows environment; and use of Internet as research tool; Intermediate-level skills in Microsoft Word and Excel. Demonstrates leadership and management skills or potential to learn including communication, conflict resolution, team building, problem solving and decision making. Aptitude with EHR systems ABILITY TO: Have leadership presence during off-shifts, including evenings, nights, weekends & holidays Demonstrate all of the CCMC Leadership core behaviors, values and code of conduct or demonstrate the potential to do so Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing Utilize independent judgment to resolve problems and make decisions on routine managerial matters on assigned shift Supervise and foster employee development and performance management Act in a professional capacity any serve as a professional role model. Coordinate quality assurance programs, and enforce organizational and unit policies, procedures and Standards Rounding to influence for operational changes and to promote positive behaviors as well as Rounding with Families to foster patient satisfaction.

PACU

3 days ago

Staff Nurse - PACU - 36hr

Connecticut Children's Hartford, CT

Under general supervision, assumes 24-hour accountability to plan and provide direct professional nursing care for specified patients throughout the entire episode of service delivery as defined by population and unit. Provides nursing services to patients and families in accordance with the standards of practice of a professional nurse, CCMC policies & procedures, TJC, and State & federal regulations. Reports to Nurse Manager. Clinical Practice- On a daily basis, demonstrates clinical expertise and uses the nursing process to provide safe, appropriate patient care to a defined patient population according to CCMC and unit policies and standards. Population Specific- Demonstrates knowledge of the differences and needs of patients in appropriate, specific populations from neonate through adolescence and applies them to practice. Demonstrates cultural sensitivity in all interactions with patients/families. Unit Leadership- Delegates duties and tasks associated with patient care to clinical staff according to hospital policy and their scope of practice. As assigned, contributes to the leadership of the unit by functioning as the Resource Nurse and/or by participating in the professional development of others through preceptor/mentor activities. Supports the unit/department’s work productivity and resource management activities. Documentation/Communication - Completes all required documentation in a timely manner, according to CCMC policies and standards; necessary information is effectively communicated to all members of the health care team. Patient/Family Partnership & Education- Partners with child and family in evaluating outcomes. Monitors, trends, and evaluates patient/family responses to treatment. Provides appropriate education to patients and families regarding all aspects of care according to CCMC policies and standards; supports the organization’s efforts to patient/family education. CCMC Standards - Demonstrates support for the mission, values and goals of the organization through behaviors that are consistent with the CCMC Standards. Education and/or Experience Required: ASN required upon hire. BSN preferred upon hire and required within 3 years of hire. Minimum of 2 years clinical experience on Medical/Surgical unit; PACU and/or pediatric experience preferred. Endoscopy Nurse requires knowledge of surgical specialties relative to procedures and equipment. License and/or Certifications Required: Current State of Connecticut Registered Nurse licensure required and maintained thereafter. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) / CPR in adult, child & infant is required upon hire. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required within six months of hire. Specialty licensure/certification may be required, as specified by department. Position Specific Job License and/or Certification Required: Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Required within 6 months of hire or before staff has completed dept. orientation if this is longer than 6 months. Knowledge, skills and Abilities: Knowledge of: Theory, principles, techniques and practice of professional nursing. State regulations regarding nursing practice. Clinical standards of care; documentation and patient record policies and standards. Teaching techniques; identification of learning needs and provision of patient/family education. Developmental and population-specific patient & family assessment techniques and how to apply to practice. Accreditation and certification requirements and standards. Skills: Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community. Basic proficiency in utilization of personal computers in networked Windows-based health care environment to access related software applications; locate, open, edit and print files and information utilized by the unit; and use of Internet as research tool. Ability to: Work individually or with within teams and/or other organizations within the medical and research community. Make clinical and procedural decisions using the nursing process. Maintain confidentiality of information Delegate appropriately to ancillary staff. Communicate effectively with individuals and groups both orally and in writing.

Student Nurse

Per Diem

4 days ago

Student Nurse Internship Summer 2027- Per Diem

Connecticut Children's Hartford, CT

Application will open October 5th, 2026 Application will close November 27th, 2026 Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse as part of an inpatient/hospital unit, performs a variety of routine direct patient care, environmental and administrative support activities to promote the health, safety and comfort of patients and families. All patient care and support activities are completed in accordance with CCMC and unit policies and procedures. *This program will run from 5/24/2027 to 7/30/2027 with a requirement to fully attend.* DIRECT PATIENT CARE - Provides direct patient care (as defined by unit) that addresses the population-specific needs of the patients on the unit with the exception of sitting for patients who require 1:1 observation. Activities may include any of the following: assist patient with feedings and personal care (e.g. hygiene, ambulating and activities of daily living, etc.); obtain vital signs, temperature, weight, height, head circumference or other patient data as required; obtain and test specimens (e.g. blood glucose, urine, etc.); transport patients; assist with patient admissions and discharges. Demonstrates an awareness of safety needs and a basic knowledge of medical terminology, infection control, risk management and environment of care policies in all interactions with patients/families. Responds with tact and discretion to the needs of patients and families, and reports needs beyond the PCA skill level to the RN. DOCUMENTATION - Accurately documents patient information on appropriate forms. Demonstrates basic data entry and data retrieval competency in electronic patient records and/or patient supply systems utilized on unit. UNIT SUPPORT ACTIVITIES - Maintains appropriate inventories of unit supplies in patient rooms/bedside stands, and in treatment, utility, medication and linen rooms. Cleans, maintains and inventories unit equipment. May perform quality control checks on equipment or supplies as directed by the RN. Utilizes all equipment appropriately and notifies appropriate person of equipment or facility breakdown or damage. Assist with miscellaneous errands, and transportation of medication (including controlled substances) blood, equipment and supplies, as directed by the RN. Assist with routine clerical tasks. Demonstrates knowledge of the population-specific differences and needs of patients in appropriate, specific populations from neonate through adolescence and applies them to practice. Demonstrates cultural sensitivity in all interactions with patients/families and co-workers. Demonstrates support for the mission, values and goals of the organization through behaviors that are consistent with the CCMC STANDARDS. Education and/or Experience Required: Education Required: Currently enrolled in a four-year baccalaureate nursing program as a rising Sophomore, Junior or Senior. License and/or Certification Required: Current Basic Life Support (BLS) / CPR in adult, child & infant is required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required: Knowledge of: Basic medical terminology preferred Basic math and measurements Basic understanding of organization’s environment of care and infection control policies and procedures Skills: Good interpersonal and communication skills Ability to: Work during school year, every third weekend. Between semesters and during the summer, ability to work increased hours. Effectively communicate both orally and in writing in English demonstrating a command of basic grammar and spelling is required; ability to communicate Bilingually (Spanish/English) is preferred. Understand and follow specific written and verbal instructions and procedures. Learn and demonstrate competency in standard clinical procedures within specialty area, according to established protocols. Maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards. Learn and follow established protocols in order to initiate appropriate action in emergency/crisis situations Learn and demonstrate competency in basic data entry/data retrieval in electronic patient records and/or patient supply systems utilized on unit.

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