Nursing Jobs in Stonington, CT

Salary Up to 24.67 / hour. Pay In Lieu Earn 11% More! Overview Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)Pay Rate Range: Up to 24.67 / hour. Pay In Lieu Earn 11% More! Caring for Others Has Its Rewards – $3,000 Sign-On Bonus for CNAs Position Overview: Elderwood is seeking kind, collaborative, and dedicated Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) to join our clinical team. CNAs provide personal and nursing care to meet the physical and emotional needs of residents in Elderwood skilled nursing facilities (SNF). They work under the direction of a licensed nurse. State-specific certification is required. Elderwood Benefits for CNAs (must qualify): Tuition Reimbursement Programs Employee Referral Bonus 401K with Employer Matching PTO & Holiday Package Full Suite of Health Benefits – Medical, Dental, Vision Shift Differentials Other Compensation Programs Elderwood of Scallop Shell at Wakefield is now offering up to a $3,000 sign-on bonus for new full-time CNAs and up to a $1,000 sign-on bonus for part-time CNAs! Join our dedicated care team and take advantage of this limited-time opportunity while building a rewarding career in long-term care. Responsibilities CNA Responsibilities: Direct and monitor the personal care duties carried out by Nursing Assistants of an assigned team. Report to Charge Nurse unusual symptoms, daily needs, and progress of residents. Notify Charge Nurse of changes in residents’ conditions or needs. Follow the Profile of Care for each resident and monitor the performance of Nursing Assistants in carrying out the appropriate aspects of the care plan. Respond immediately to residents’ requests. Assist residents with Activities of Daily Living (ADL), according to their plan of care and individual needs. From Up to Qualifications CNA Qualifications: Seventeen (17) years of age required; high school diploma or equivalent preferred. Employment Certificate/Permit required for individuals 17 years of age. Registration in the State Nurse Aide Registry (CNA) is required. Must be active on the registry with no findings or convictions of resident abuse, mistreatment, or misappropriation of property. Training and work experience in a geriatric setting preferred. Ability to supervise and work well with other personnel. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Caring and respectful attitude towards residents. Physical stamina for constant activity required. Ability to perform tasks to established standards of excellence. This position requires regular interaction with residents, coworkers, visitors, and supervisors. To ensure a safe work environment and clear communication, the employee must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English at an intermediate or advanced level. EOE Statement WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved. 
Overview To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day. Works under the supervision of the Nurse Manager/Clinical Coordinator. Provides oversight of non-RN personnel on the assigned unit. EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Responsibilities 1. Assesses the patient's physical and psychosocial condition on an ongoing basis throughout the continuum of care. 2. Assesses learning needs. Provides education to patient and family. Documents plan provided, patients understanding and any outcomes. Education provided verbally and in writing. 3. Assists the provider in intra-office procedures. Demonstrates the ability, and knowledge, to set up for procedures. Maintains a sterile field. Complies with Universal Protocol. Provides care in compliance with regulatory bodies, YNNHS policies and standing orders. 4. Assesses patients in office and over the telephone for need of intervention, and is able to provide assistance in a timely manner. 5. Performs nursing duties including, but not limited to: physical, pain and psychosocial assessment, documentation, vital signs, bladder scan, Uroflow, catheter insertion and removal, medication administration and use of POCT (Point of Care Testing). 6. Demonstrates the ability, and knowledge, to handle and transfer clean and dirty instruments/equipment. Maintains competence in the use of the Trophon for high level disinfecting of ultrasound probes. Maintains competence in point of use cleaning of instruments. Disinfects equipment and room as determined by hospital standards and/or policies. 7. Verifies information in chart is accurate and up to date, including but not limited to: reason for visit, health history, surgical history, medications, allergies, preferred laboratory, preferred pharmacy, fall risk, pain assessment, psychosocial assessment, learning assessment, preferred language, and social history. Performs other duties as assigned or directed to ensure smooth operation of the department. 8. Functions as preceptor to new staff. 9. Functions as charge nurse. 10. Meets performance expectations for Customer Service, Teamwork, Resource Utilization, and Staff and Self Development as outlined in performance review. Qualifications EDUCATION Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing. BSN preferred. EXPERIENCE 2-3 years nursing experience, urology preferred. Recent ambulatory/medical office experience preferred. Proficient in use of computer software to include electronic patient records. Must have ability to use internet for literature searches regarding care for patients. LICENSURE Valid State of Rhode Island Registered Nurse License, BLS required within one month. SPECIAL SKILLS Hospital and unit based orientation provided PHYSICAL DEMAND Exposure to bodily fluids and biotherapy. Bending, carrying items < 25 pounds, sitting/on phone for longer periods of time. YNHHS Requisition ID 152810