Nursing Jobs in South Green, CT
Now Hiring: RN Unit Manager We are looking for a reliable and experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to serve as a Unit Manager. This position oversees the daily operations of a nursing unit and supports staff to ensure quality resident care. *Dementia experience is a plus* Responsibilities: Supervise nursing staff on assigned unit Ensure residents receive proper care Complete and review documentation Communicate with residents, families, and healthcare team Assist with staffing and scheduling Maintain compliance with policies and regulations Qualifications: Active RN license in good standing Previous nursing experience required Supervisory experience preferred Strong communication and organizational skills #Sponsor123 
$135,000 - $140,000 / year
Join Our Caring Team at Apple Rehab Colchester! Are you passionate about providing exceptional care in a warm, family-oriented environment? Look no further! Located at the heart of Colchester near the Town Green, where for over three decades, we've been dedicated to providing exceptional nursing care and rehabilitation services to our community. Why Choose Apple Rehab Colchester? Our cozy 60-bed facility boasts spacious private and semi-private rooms designed to create a comfortable and homely atmosphere for our residents. With a team known for its longevity and commitment, we foster a family-like environment, organizing picnics and various engaging activities both indoors and in our scenic courtyard. About Us: As a family-owned and operated company, Apple Rehab prioritizes treating residents and staff like family. With our senior management based in our local Avon, CT office, we ensure superior care from a company deeply rooted in your community. Our leadership is not distant but right in your backyard, offering a supportive and collaborative environment. Job Opportunity: Director of Nursing Services (RN) We are seeking a dynamic and experienced RN Director of Nursing Services to join our team. In this crucial role, you will be responsible for planning, developing, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and directing the Nursing Services Department. Your leadership will ensure the delivery of high-quality care within approved budgets and in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Key Responsibilities: Develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive quality assurance program. Ensure adherence to all nursing policies, procedures, and manuals, updating them as needed. Coordinate nursing services with other resident services and facility staff. Foster inter-departmental communication and cooperation to address and correct issues promptly. Oversee proper resident discharge procedures and plans. Prepare reports and recommendations for the Administrator regarding department operations. Regularly meet with medical staff and assume overall responsibility for the facility in the absence of the Administrator. Leadership in Department Development: Develop organizational structures, staffing, and directions within policy and budgetary guidelines. Lead the department's personnel function, including hiring qualified staff, ensuring adequate staffing levels, and conducting annual performance evaluations. Coordinate nursing staff discipline when necessary, providing direction, guidance, and counsel. Review personnel complaints and grievances, ensuring fair and consistent treatment in accordance with policies and applicable laws. Direct internal investigations and oversee incident reporting. We are looking for a dedicated professional who can bring leadership, expertise, and a commitment to excellence to our Nursing Services Department. If you are passionate about delivering top-notch healthcare services and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join us in making a positive impact on the lives of our residents and fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment. Qualifications: Must have a minimum of a year experience as a Director of Nursing in a nursing home Must hold a current state RN license and be a Registered Nurse in good standing. Must meet all applicable federal and state licensure requirements including at least one year rehabilitative or geriatric nursing and one year of nursing service administration. Attention to detail, good follow through skills and ability to prioritize multiple tasks. Demonstrates leadership and supervisory skills preferably in a long-term care facility. Must be innovative and able to find creative ways to serve the variety of employee and residents needs and maintain the customer focus. Demonstrates cooperation in assisting others and the ability to work as a team. Must be knowledgeable of general, rehabilitative and restorative nursing and medical practices, procedures, laws, regulations and guidelines governing long-term care. Employee Benefits for 30+ Hours which may include the following: Scholarships and career development opportunities Generous 4 weeks of paid time off 7 paid holidays Health insurance benefits Short & long-term disability coverage Access to Call-a-Doc/24-7 MD telephone service Employee Assistance Program Life insurance coverage 401K retirement program Longevity credit for dedicated service Join Our Compassionate Team! Embark on a fulfilling career where compassionate care meets professional growth. Apply now to become a valued member of Apple Rehab Colchester! Note: Benefits and requirements may vary based on employment status and hours worked. Inquire within for specific details. Salary Range: $ 135,000.00 - $140,000.00 / per year (Apple Rehab is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.) IND123 
$138,156 - $165,787 / year
Planned Parenthood of Southern New England Care. No Matter What. We are Planned Parenthood of Southern New England, one of the region’s largest and most trusted providers of reproductive health care. We are recognized for the wide array of services we provide, the outstanding sexual health education we deliver, and our strong commitment to social justice. Working for Planned Parenthood is more than a job; it’s being a part of a powerful movement. Together, we’ll take pride in shaping the future of sexual health and reproductive rights for all people. In this hybrid position, the clinician will float to health centers to provide in clinic patient care within a designated region, cover telehealth sessions (working from a health center or administrative building), cover asynchronous e-visits, support health center teams by managing EHR Inbaskets and follow up, and assist as needed in the Care Coordination Team. The exact mix of these activities will depend on the needs of the organization. The clinician will float to various health centers and will work under the supervision of the Center Manager and in collaboration with the health center care team, to provide direct patient care in accordance with PPSNE protocols both in person and on telehealth. While working Care Coordination Team (CCT) sessions, under the supervision of the CCT Manager, the clinician is responsible for managing follow-up of abnormal results, signing off on lab reports and providing clinical and clinician support to the CCT. The clinician will communicate with patients regarding more complex care plans, such as beta quant HCG follow-up and urgent follow-up. Education and Experience Graduation from a recognized Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant or Nurse Midwife training program or Medical School. Appropriate professional certification (ANCC, NCC, ACNM, NCCPA or MD) Active licensure in good standing (State Medical License for CT and/or RI, Controlled Substance Registration, DEA) Basic Life Support certification Experience in sexual and reproductive healthcare Primary care experience preferred Bilingual preferred (English-Spanish) Key Qualifications Demonstrated leadership skills – ability to lead teams and desire to work as part of an interdependent team. Sound decision making- ability to both collaboratively and independently make decisions. Demonstrated project management skills, including excellent follow through for multiple projects at multiple locations, and ability to work independently as needed. Comprehensive understanding of the various follow-up plans outlined by affiliate guidelines. Excellent customer service skills; ability to provide quality services to meet the individual needs of patients. Superb attention to detail and ability to follow processes and procedures from beginning to end within established timelines. Ability to utilize data to inform the decision-making process. Desire to work as part of an interdisciplinary team to meet the needs of patients. Strong supporter of PPSNE mission and all reproductive health services offered – alignment with and ability to lead through the agency’s core values and diversity philosophy. Good interpersonal skills communicating with patients and co-workers. Ability to operate the required equipment. Ability to handle discreet, confidential information. Flexibility to pivot scheduled job role including covering unplanned health center absences. Essential Functions Patient Care Ensures high quality direct patient interactions in person, on telehealth, and on asynchronous e-visits based on empathy for the sensitive issues facing our patients and an understanding of the diverse experiences of those seeking our services. Performs the physical exam, orders and/or performs appropriate laboratory testing and recognizes deviation from normal. Performs and interprets limited pelvic ultrasound Implements individualized regimen of care in compliance with PPSNE medical policies and procedures, including patient education and referral of services. Initiates appropriate tracking of abnormal results and referrals Completes documentation of patient care in the medical record in a timely and complete manner. Maintains appropriate billing and coding practices. Provides telephone triage for incoming clinical calls received by the call center, as needed. Communicates with patients regarding more complex care plans such as beta quant HCG follow-up, breast and cervical health follow-up, and any urgent follow-up. Completes follow up on laboratory and imaging results per PPFA Medical Standards and Guidelines (MS&G). Provides medication abortion and participates in the evaluation and management of patients receiving procedural abortion services. Maintains clinical quality assurance standards as set forth by PPSNE. Appropriately recognizes the boundaries of one’s own knowledge and utilizes the appropriate channels for support. Participates in providing all the medical services offered by PPSNE after appropriate training and privileging. Demonstrates proficiency in follow-up policies, procedures and practices. Signs off on lab/imaging reports and creates follow-up plans for abnormal lab or imaging results, in adherence with affiliate protocols. Documents clearly and comprehensively so that the CCT and health center staff can easily carry out notifications and reminders for each follow-up plan. Supports the agency’s mission and all the sexual and reproductive health services offered including, but not limited to, family planning services, preventative health screenings, testing and treatment of STI’s, birth control methods, gender affirming care and abortion services. Completes all responsibilities according to established protocols, policies, and standard practices in the areas of customer service, quality assurance and regulatory compliance programs such as HIPAA (Health Information Portability & Accountability Act), OSHA (Occupational Safety & Health Administration) and CLIA (Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act). Maintains active licenses and certifications as required to fulfill the role, including but not limited to state medical license, DEA license, and BLS Certification. Complete reappointment process with Credentialing every three years. Supports quality improvement activities such as performing chart audits. Teamwork & Leadership Partners with the Center Manager in supervision of clinical care and training of Clinic Assistants and volunteers. Demonstrates flexibility, leadership and teamwork; understands the interaction between the Clinician position and others with whom the position works directly and indirectly. Participates in the training of other clinicians and precepts medical learners (including but not limited to nursing students, medical students, and resident physicians) in consultation with the Chief Medical Officer, Medical Director, and Director of Clinical Services. Supports a culture of feedback; being open and willing to give and receive feedback Provides a rich exchange of information and ideas between sites and departments. Works collaboratively with volunteers to achieve the agency’s mission. Patient Access Able to meet goals and key performance indicators for creating patient access to care within PPSNE’s care team models. Participates effectively in health center efforts to achieve patient access and revenue cycle goals. Delivers patient care consistent with client expectations and quality initiatives. Adheres to affiliate policies and procedures on professionalism, wait time in-clinic and on the phone, and the system for addressing client complaints. Contributes to quality improvement goals and activities. Ensures that interactions incorporate PPSNE values of integrity, partnership, client focus, communication, and quality. Organizational Culture Supports provision of services that are culturally and linguistically competent for our diverse patient population; takes the initiative to develop own awareness and knowledge of the diverse backgrounds of the communities we serve. Interested in and committed to health equity. Has a deep understanding of health inequity and its historical and continued impact on our patients, communities, and healthcare systems Authentic relationship building. Demonstrates an ability to work effectively across difference and build trust with a diversity of people Self-awareness as it relates to belonging and equity. Brings a high level of self-awareness, empathy, and humility to interpersonal interactions across all dimensions of difference Transparent decision-making. Experience communicating decision effectively with staff. Demonstrated judgment in knowing when and how to gather meaningful input Float Essential Functions Ability to travel to different sites at the affiliate, as assigned, to provide clinical coverage Flexible in changing schedule to meet patient access needs at assigned centers Locations This positions home base will be our Manchester Health Center and will float to our Norwich, Willimantic, West Hartford, and Hartford North Health Centers PPSNE is committed to equal opportunity in all areas of its operations, including patient care and employment. Employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, marital status, genetics, veteran status, or any other protected category. Discrimination and retaliation are strictly prohibited. PPSNE offers a comprehensive benefit package which includes; Health, dental and vision insurance, paid parental leave, retirement savings, tuition reimbursement, generous paid time off, a flexible spending account, wellness program and more. 
