Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager

Affinity Hospice Management LLC Waterbury, CT

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The registered nurse plans, organizes and directs hospice care and is experienced in nursing, with emphasis on community health education/experience. The professional nurse builds from the resources of the community to plan and direct services to meet the needs of individual and families within their homes and communities. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES Patient Care 1. Completes an initial, comprehensive and ongoing comprehensive assessment of patient and family to determine hospice needs. Provides a complete physical assessment and history of current and previous illness(es). 2. Provides professional nursing care by utilizing all elements of nursing process. 3. Assesses and evaluates patient’s status by: A. Writing and initiating plan of care B. Regularly re-evaluating patient and family/caregiver needs C. Participating in revising the plan of care as necessary 4. Initiates the plan of care and makes necessary revisions as patient status and needs change. 5. Uses health assessment data to determine nursing diagnosis. 6. Develops a care plan that establishes goals, based on nursing diagnosis and incorporates palliative nursing actions. Includes the patient and the family in the planning process. 7. Initiates appropriate preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures. Administers medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician in the physician’s plan of care. 8. Counsels the patient and family in meeting nursing and related needs. 9. Provides health care instructions to the patient as appropriate per assessment and plan. 10. Assists the patient with the activities of daily living and facilitates the patient’s efforts toward self-sufficiency and optional comfort care. 11. Acts as Case Manager when assigned by Clinical Supervisor and assumes responsibility to coordinate patient care for assigned caseload. Communication 1. Completes, maintains and submits accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding patient’s condition and care given. Records pain/symptom management changes/outcomes as appropriate. 2. Communicates with the physician regarding the patient’s needs and reports changes in the patient’s condition; obtains/receives physicians’ orders as required. 3. Communicates with community health related persons to coordinate the care plan. 4. As a mandatory reporter, reports failure to comply with the requirements of the Dept. of Health as required within 14 calendar days, using Dept. of Health forms. 5. Reports suspected abandonment, abuse, financial exploitation, or neglect of a person in violation of the department of social and health services and the proper law enforcement agency. Reports must be submitted immediately when the reporting person has reasonable cause to believe that abandonment, abuse, financial exploitation, or neglect of a vulnerable adult has occurred. 6. Teaches the patient and family/caregiver self-care techniques as appropriate. Provides medication, diet and other instructions as ordered by the physician and recognizes and utilizes opportunities for health counseling with patients and families/caregivers. Works in concert with the interdisciplinary group. 7. Provides and maintains a safe environment for the patient. 8. Assists the patient and family/caregiver and other team members in providing continuity of care. 9. Works in cooperation with the family/caregiver and hospice interdisciplinary group to meet the emotional needs of the patient and family/caregiver. 10. Attends interdisciplinary group meetings. Additional Duties 1. Participates in on-call duties as defined by the on-call policy. 2. Ensures that arrangements for equipment and other necessary items and services are available. 3. Supervises ancillary personnel and delegates responsibilities when required. 4. Assumes responsibility for personal growth and development and maintains and upgrades professional knowledge and practice skills through attendance and participation in continuing education and inservice classes. 5. Fulfills the obligation of requested and/or accepted case assignments. 6. Actively participates in quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS 1. Graduate of an accredited school of nursing 2. Registered Nurse, with a License in good standing to practice. 3. Registered nurses shall have a minimum of (a) one (1) year of experience as a professional nurse within the last three (3) years; OR have a baccalaureate degree in nursing and minimum of two (2) years’ experience, at least one of which is in the area of public health, home care, or hospice nursing is preferred. 4. Management experience not required. Responsible for supervising hospice aides. 5. Once an offer of employment is made, it is contingent upon satisfactory references, as requested, and criminal background checks by regulation. 6. Excellent observation, verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, basic math skills; nursing skills per competency checklist. 7. Prolonged or considerable walking or standing. Able to lift, position and/or transfer patients. Able to lift supplies and equipment. Considerable reaching, stooping bending, kneeling and/or crouching. Visual acuity and hearing to perform required nursing skills. 8. Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state/or organization requirements and is in good working order. 9. Possesses and maintains CPR certification (may not be internet based unless the demonstration of skills was hands on and observed by a certified trainer)

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Registered Nurse – Behavioral Health Services Waterbury, CT

UniversaCare Waterbury, CT

$43 - $50 / hour

Looking for a rewarding nursing role where you can truly make an impact? Join our team as a Behavioral Health RN and help support patients on their mental health journey—all while earning competitive pay and great benefits. Location: Waterbury, CT & surrounding areas Pay: $43–$50/hour + $7,500 sign-on bonus Why Join Us? · Flexible schedules (days, evenings, weekends) · Mileage reimbursement · Full benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 401(k), PTO & more · Supportive, team-oriented environment What You’ll Do: • Provide compassionate behavioral health care • Perform patient assessments & monitor progress • Administer medications & treatments • Support patients and families through recovery What You Need: · Active RN license (in good standing) · CPR certification · Home care experience preferred Make a difference every day—apply now with There For You and grow with us!

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UniversaCare Waterbury, CT

$43 - $50 / hour

Full job description There For You Home Care Services is looking to hire compassionate, self-directed Registered Nurses to provide skilled nursing care to patients in their homes. The Home Health RN assesses patient needs, develops and manages individualized care plans, delivers hands-on skilled care, and coordinates with physicians and the interdisciplinary team to help patients recover, manage chronic conditions, and remain safely at home. This role combines clinical expertise with strong documentation and independent judgment in a home-based setting. Responsibilities (include but are not limited to): Conduct comprehensive in-home patient assessments, including OASIS assessments at start of care, recertification, resumption of care, transfer, and discharge. Develop, implement, and revise individualized plans of care in collaboration with the physician and interdisciplinary team, ensuring alignment with physician orders. Provide skilled nursing services such as wound care, medication administration and management, IV therapy, catheter and ostomy care, disease management, and patient monitoring. Educate patients and caregivers on medications, disease processes, treatment plans, safety, and self-care to support independence and prevent hospital readmission. Coordinate care with physicians, therapists (PT/OT/ST), social workers, home health aides, and community resources. Supervise and provide clinical direction to LPNs/LVNs and home health aides, including required supervisory visits. Document all patient care accurately and timely in the electronic medical record (EMR) in compliance with agency policy and regulatory standards. Ensure compliance with Medicare/Medicaid Conditions of Participation, PDGM requirements, HIPAA, and applicable state and federal regulations. Complete accurate and timely OASIS documentation to support proper coding, care planning, and reimbursement. Participate in case conferences, quality improvement initiatives, and on-call rotation as scheduled. Manage a caseload independently, planning daily visit schedules efficiently across the service area. Work Location Waterbury, CT; Hamden, CT and surrounding towns Shift/Schedule Days, evenings and weekends. On-call as assigned. Benefits Mileage reimbursement Full-time employees are eligible for paid time off, health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, flexible spending and 401k. Qualifications: Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in Connecticut Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance (this is a driving position) Experience completing OASIS assessments Graduate of an accredited nursing program Current BLS/CPR certification Ability to work independently with strong clinical judgment and time management Proficiency with electronic medical record (EMR) systems and general computer skills. One or more year(s) experience in home health is preferred Job Type: Full-time Pay: $43.00 - $50.00 per hour Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Vision insurance Work Location: Multiple locations

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Full-time

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Registered Nurse (RN)

UniversaCare Waterbury, CT

$43 - $50 / hour

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Registered Nurse - NICU

Waterbury Hospital Waterbury, CT

Scope Of Position The professional nurse practices, delegates, and collaborates with other team members to facilitate the coordination and delivery of patient care for the assigned patient population. The patient population identified as neonate. Reports to Director FBC. Responsibilities Nursing Process - Provides quality of care utilizing the nursing process. Develops plan of care with appropriate intervention for high risk neonate. Leadership - Demonstrates leadership to ensure all patient/family needs are met. Delegates responsibilities to appropriate member of the care team. Has the autonomy capability and motivation to be identified as one of principle care givers for the patient providing appropriate teaching and communicating pertinent information across continuum of patient care. Professional Behavior - Acts as a role model by promoting a professional and collaborating approach with all members of the care team collaborates and works cooperatively to resolve problems and ensure excellence in clinical practice. Demonstrates and promotes cultural sensitivity. Quality - Actively participates in initiatives to ensure quality outcomes of patient care. Adheres to and responsible for meeting all standards of care as it relates to AWHONN, American Academy of Pediatrics, American College of OB, GYN, JCAHO, national and local regulatory requirements. Competency - Maintains accountability for professional competency. Demonstrates competent knowledge and critical thinking to promote optimal patient care in the Special Care Nursery and Surgical Room for Cesarean Section deliveries as well as the FBC Unit for high risk deliveries. Maintains required knowledge and skills, completes general unit/department specific competencies. Requirements Neonatal Resuscitation Acts as mentor/preceptor Excellent communication skills Ability to work in a time oriented environment including exposure to all patient elements in blood borne pathogenics, standing and walking. May be exposed to environmental hazards such as anesthesia gases or elements. Ability to interact with patient and families with tact and confidentiality. Ability to approach clinical responsibilities for patient with regard to growth and development issues for the neonate. Graduate of accredited RN program. Must be a licensed Registered Nurse in the State of Connecticut. Must have basic computer skills and ability to access internet and other programs applicable to Waterbury Hospital procedures. Perform automated functions that fall within job responsibility.

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