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REGISTERED NURSE, RESIDENTIAL - FULL-TIME

Description We Did It Again! InterCommunity is a 2025 Healthcare Top Workplaces Winner! VOTED by our incredible staff a TOP WORKPLACE for 12 YEARS — including 2025! Join a Mission That Matters InterCommunity, Inc. is a Federally Qualified Health Center Look-Alike (FQHC LA) committed to providing accessible, compassionate care to everyone — regardless of life situation or ability to pay. We offer same-day primary care and a wide range of behavioral health services across our community health centers in: 281 Main St., East Hartford 40 Coventry St., Hartford 828 Sullivan Ave., South Windsor. Our Addiction Services Division provides a full continuum of care, including: Primary care integration Residential detox and treatment Outpatient mental health and substance use services for adults and children Intensive outpatient programs Employment and community support Mobile crisis evaluations Judicial support services Social rehabilitation Why Work With Us? At InterCommunity, we believe your well-being matters — at work and beyond. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance. All benefit- eligible employees of InterCommunity are eligible for Medical, Dental, Voluntary Vision, Group Life, Supplemental Life, Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability. (A benefit -eligible employee is one who is schedule to work a minimum of 30 hours per week.). In addition, all employees may contribute to our 401k and those who meet eligibility and service requirements will receive the company contribution. Benefits are effective on the first day of the month following date of hire. Our Benefits Include: Work Life-Balance-Flexibility, generous Paid PTO, and paid holidays. Health & Dental insurance - flexible contribution options that includes 2 HDHP w/ HSA enrollment option or non-HDHP at a minimal cost to employees. Voluntary vision coverage. Employer-paid Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Basic Life & AD&D. Supplemental Life Insurance available. 401(k) with 3% employer match + 3% employer contribution after 12 months and 1,000 hours worked Career advancement opportunities in a supportive, mission-driven environment. Summary: The Registered Nurse (RN) plays a critical role in executing InterCommunity mission to promote whole person heath. Under the supervision and direction of the Residential Nurse Manager, the Registered Nurse is responsible for providing alcohol and drug focused nursing assessment at admission to the program, medication administration, and ongoing client health monitoring, including treatment coordination. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Timely administer medications to patients and monitor patients for reactions or side effects. Maintain accurate, detailed reports and records. Complete focused alcohol and drug assessments at admission to the program. Monitor, record, and report symptoms or changes in patients' conditions. Order, transcribe and reconcile medications per MD order as needed. Facilitate effective crisis intervention. Consult and coordinate with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement, or evaluate patient care plans to include referral to higher level of care. Modify patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions and collaborate within a multidisciplinary team to achieve best patient outcomes. Direct or supervise less-skilled nursing or healthcare personnel. Refer patients to specialized health resources or community agencies furnishing assistance. Perform other duties as required. Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8 am - 4:30 pm *Attendance at required staff meetings and assigned trainings is now a condition of employment and will be treated as paid work time. Requirements Education &/Or Experience: Current Connecticut RN License Basic Life Support (BLS)/ CPR certification EPIC experience preferred, but not required

Medical Assistant, Full Time Days, 40 Hours, Family Medicine Pomfret St

Day Kimball Health Putnam, CT

Day Kimball Health is hiring a Medical Assistant for the Pomfret St Office! Location : Putnam, CT Shift : Day Shift, 40 Hours Medical Assistant Job Summary Under general supervision of the Office Supervisor in an outpatient clinical setting, provides initial patient triage, registration, patient intake services, assist with direct patient care, and performs specialized medical procedures of a routine nature, as dictated by established clinical protocol. Performs the clerical duties and facilitates the smooth functioning of the patient care flow. Medical Assistant Key Responsibilities Assists with direct patient care procedures and related tasks; checks in patients, assists in obtaining patient histories, takes vital signs, prepares charts, and assists with medical examinations. Accurately transcribes physicians' orders, completes all necessary forms, requisitions, and communications required to implement orders. Schedules and monitors patient appointments; may coordinate routine office activities and administrative functions in support of unit activities. Performs routine specialized procedures, which could include sterile dressing changes under established protocols. Medical Assistant Required Skills And Qualifications Education: High School diploma or equivalent required. Current CPR training required. Successful completion of CMA or CNA Program preferred. Completion of a Medical Terminology course preferred. Experience: One to three years’ experience in clinical position preferred. Prior computer experience required. One to three years’ experience as a nursing or medical assistant or in a related field preferred. Benefits Medical/Dental/Vision Pharmacy Plan Basic & Supplemental Life Insurance Short- & Long-Term Disability Health Savings Account or Flexible Spending Account Accident & Critical Illness Coverage 401K Plan with Eligible Employer Contribution Vacation Time Sick Days Paid Holidays Education Reimbursement Pet Insurance Additional Benefits Why Choose Day Kimball Health? The Care You Need. Close to Home. For over 130 years, Day Kimball Health has been a trusted, nonprofit healthcare provider serving Northeastern Connecticut . What began as a small infirmary has grown into the region’s leading integrated healthcare system—recognized for delivering compassionate, high-quality care close to home. Today, our team of over 1,100 dedicated employees—including more than 300 skilled physicians, surgeons, and specialists—proudly deliver a full continuum of care, from primary and specialty services to homecare and hospice, meeting the evolving needs of our patients at every stage of life. What sets us apart is our commitment not only to the communities we serve, but also to the people who power our mission. At Day Kimball Health, we cultivate a supportive, inclusive workplace culture where healthcare professionals are empowered to grow, thrive, and make a meaningful difference every day. Every voice is valued. Every contribution matters. Whether you're starting your journey in healthcare or seeking your next opportunity, a career at Day Kimball Health offers more than a job—it’s a chance to build lasting relationships, give back to your community, and create impact beyond your shift. Come grow with a team that calls this community home. Join us in our mission to elevate community-driven healthcare and be part of an organization that values both personal and professional development. Make a real impact—on your career, your team, and your community. Apply today. Day Kimball Health is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by local, state, or federal laws. Day Kimball Health is a smoke free environment. Are you ready to apply your expertise at the largest employer in Northeastern Connecticut, known for its commitment to excellence in individualized care? Join our team as a Medical Assistant in the General Surgery Department and experience a culture of teamwork, professionalism, mutual respect, and, most importantly, a career that makes a difference!

Hospice Aid CNA

Affinity Hospice Management LLC Danbury, CT

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The hospice aide works under the supervision of a registered nurse and performs various tasks as assigned in accordance with the patient’s plan of care to meet the patient's personal needs and to promote comfort. The hospice aide is responsible for reporting and documenting observations and care performed. The hospice aide will be assigned in a manner that promotes quality, continuity and safety of a patient's care. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES Responsibilities of the hospice aide include, but are not limited to, the following: 1. Performing personal care needs after given a patient's assignment and attending to his/her requests promptly. If unable to perform a certain task, report to the Case Manager immediately. 2. Providing patient and family with positive communication techniques, within realm of ethical and respectful care, including confidentiality. 3. Meeting safety needs of patient and using equipment safely and properly (foot stools, side rails, O2 etc.) 4. Giving personal care including baths, back rubs, oral hygiene, shampoos and changing bed linen as often as assigned. 5. Assisting in dressing and undressing patients as assigned. 6. Assisting in feeding the patient as assigned. Hospice Aides may not provide patients with homemade food items or baked goods that they themselves prepared 7. Providing proper care and observation of patient's skin to prevent breakdown of tissue over bony prominence. 8. Reporting any complaint of pain or other symptoms or changes in the patient's condition to the RN Case Manager. Also aware of the caregiver or other individuals living with the patient and interpersonal issues. 9. Assisting in ambulation and exercise as instructed by the hospice nurse or therapist. 10. Provide normal range of motion and transfers/positioning as directed. 11. Assistance with self-administered medications as allowed by state regulations, such as “reminders.” 12. Offering and assisting with bedpans and urinals. Providing assistance as assigned with light laundry needs, emptying waste baskets and other light homemaker tasks. 13. Performing range of motion and other simple procedures as ordered with appropriate completed/demonstrated skills competency. 14. Providing respite for patient's/family/caregiver when on-site, as appropriate. 15. Keeping patient's living area clean and orderly, as assigned. 16. Adhering to the organization's documentation and care procedures and standards of personal and professional conduct. 17. Participates in quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities. 18. Respectful of patient and family/caregiver environment and patient's personal needs. 19. 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. 20. 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. The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job related tasks other than those stated in this description. JOB LIMITATIONS The hospice aide will not function in any manner viewed as the practice of nursing according to the Nurse Practice Act. Specifically, the hospice aide will not administer medications, take physician's orders or perform procedures requiring the training, knowledge and skill of a licensed nurse, such as sterile techniques. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS 1. Completion of a state approved certified nursing assistant course or equivalent training 2. Nursing Assistant Certified (NAC) 3. Current Healthcare Provider CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) certification ((may not be internet based unless the demonstration of skills was hands on and observed by a certified trainer) 4. Current Food Handlers Permit 5. High school diploma or General Equivalency Degree (GED) 6. Ability to read and follow written instructions and document care given. 7. Understands hospice philosophy, comfortable providing specialized care to the terminally ill. 8. Prior experience in hospice, orderly, acute , rehabilitative, or long term care facility. 1 year previous home health/hospice experience preferred 9. Basic computer skills to document in electronic medical records (EMR) 10. At least 18 years of age. 11. Licensed driver with automobile that is insured in accordance with organization requirements and is in good working order.

Manager/Supervisor

Full-time

1 week ago

FT RN Supervisor Day Shift

Ark Healthcare and Rehabilitation at Branford Hills Branford, CT

We are seeking a candidate with the following qualifications and experience: Works with the DON to effectively plan, organize, direct, and implement a comprehensive facility-wide nursing program. Provides nursing leadership in order to meet the goals of the ARK organization and the individual center. Ensures patient care assignments are consistent with staff competencies, scope of practice and the needs of the patients. Creates an environment that is respectful, team oriented and responsive to the concerns of staff, residents and families. Completes rounds on the units to observe residents and to determine if nursing needs are being met. Provides patient care when required. Monitors nursing care to ensure positive clinical outcomes and minimize rehospitalizations. Ensures Point Click Care (PCC) is utilized according to the Business Processes. Encourages communication between licensed nursing staff and CNAs during and between shifts. Encourages shift-to-shift communication between incoming and outgoing nursing staff. Ensures timely and accurate compliance of the MDS process and that it reflects the residents’ plan of care. Reviews prospective admissions in relation to existing nursing capabilities and ensures readiness to treat. Contacts attending physician to obtain orders as indicated (i.e., admission, change in condition, etc.). Ensures that Physician Orders are followed as prescribed. Oversees medication management to ensure adequate supplies and that all medications are handled in accordance with ARK policy. Ensures that resident’s attending physician and family or responsible party are promptly notified of any significant change in the residents’ health condition. Facilitates discharge planning process and provides consultation as needed. Investigates resident/family complaints and takes appropriate actions to bring to resolution.