Nursing Jobs in Stratford, CT

Are you interested in working 4HR 8HR 12HR shifts for a company that values passion and rewards its employees with great benefits? Your search is over – a Caregiver career with Comfort Keepers is the job for you! Become a Caregiver with Comfort Keepers and join a growing company dedicated to providing companionship, personal care, and other health care services for seniors in their own homes. Caregiver Job Benefits: Tapcheck – Instant daily pay. Competitive Pay – Including direct deposit, holiday pay, paid overtime and paid-time-off. Paid Training – Foster growth and development through paid training. Friendly Environment – 24-hour support available, a fun team-centric atmosphere Companionship & Friendship – Create lasting relationships with seniors and their loved ones. Reimbursement – Get compensated for client related transportation. Flexibility – flexible start dates, ability to work near your home. Join Our Comfort Keepers Team! Caregiver Job Responsibilities: Provide direct and indirect personal care to clients in the comfort of their home. Establish and maintain effective communication and a professional relationship with clients, family members, and co-workers. Perform duties as assigned on personal care service plan. Help client with all personal care functions as needed. Help keep the client's environment clean, safe and organized. Remind client to take self-administered medications. Successful Caregiver applicants will meet the following requirements: Previous personal care experience. Valid driver's license and reliable vehicle preferred. Weekend availability strongly preferred. Minimum high school diploma or GED required. Submit to criminal background investigation, motor vehicle driving record. Apply Today! 
Assists in the delivery of primary health care and patient care management by performing selected clinical and administrative duties. The “float” Medical Assistant will travel between Alliance Medical locations as needed and work with different providers. Duties And Responsibilities Assists provider in preparing for physicals and minor surgeries. Prepares patients for examination and treatment. Takes patient histories and vital signs, performs phlebotomy and EKG as needed. Prepares exam and treatment rooms with necessary instruments. Assists with ordering and maintaining supplies and equipment, including sterilization of instruments. Assists with scheduling of tests and treatments and follows through with referrals when indicated. Screens telephone calls for referral to nurse or provider. Maintains patient files, records and other information according to office standards. Implements provider orders under provider direction and notifies patients of results as requested. Remains updated and current on the electronic health record policies and procedures. Attends required meetings and participates in committees and professional development activities. Maintains professional affiliations. Scribe to include history of present illness, review of systems, physical exam findings, diagnostic assessment and plan of care. Maintains patient and office confidentiality. Must be flexible with different work flows in different offices Performs related work as required. Supervision Received Reports directly to the Practice Manager Typical Physical Demands Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination. Involves frequent standing and walking. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 20 pounds. Requires normal visual acuity and hearing. Requires exposure to bodily fluids. Requires the ability to work in a busy medical office environment. Performance Requirements: (Required knowledge, skills and abilities.) Ability to perform medical assistant duties such as assisting the provider, performing EKG’s and phlebotomy, vital signs and other office testing / procedures. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with medical staff, patients and the public. Ability to follow direction and comply with office policies / procedures. Strong computer skills. Prior experience utilizing medical practice computer systems. Allscripts EMR experience preferred. Knowledge of medical terminology Working knowledge of insurance requirements Travel to all Alliance Medical locations Education: (Acceptable experience and training) High School Diploma or equivalent. Graduate of an accredited program for Medical Assistants. Certification from the American Association of Medical Assistants or at least 3 years of relevant experience in a fast-paced medical office highly preferred. 
Assists in the delivery of primary health care and patient care management by performing selected clinical and administrative duties. Duties And Responsibilities Assists provider in preparing for physicals and minor surgeries. Prepares patients for examination and treatment. Takes patient histories and vital signs, performs phlebotomy and EKG as needed. Prepares exam and treatment rooms with necessary instruments. Assists with ordering and maintaining supplies and equipment, including sterilization of instruments. Assists with scheduling of tests and treatments and follows through with referrals when indicated. Screens telephone calls for referral to nurse or provider. Maintains patient files, records and other information according to office standards. Implements provider orders under provider direction and notifies patients of results as requested. Remains updated and current on the electronic health record policies and procedures. Attends required meetings and participates in committees and professional development activities. Maintains professional affiliations. Scribe to include: history of present illness, review of systems, physical exam findings, diagnostic assessment and plan of care. Maintains patient and office confidentiality. Performs related work as required. Supervision Received Reports directly to the Practice Manager Typical Physical Demands Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination. Involves frequent standing and walking. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 20 pounds. Requires normal visual acuity and hearing. Requires exposure to bodily fluids. Requires the ability to work in a busy medical office environment. Performance Requirements: (Required knowledge, skills and abilities.) ¨ Ability to perform medical assistant duties such as assisting the provider, performing EKG's and phlebotomy, vital signs and other office testing / procedures. ¨ Ability to communicate clearly and effectively and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with medical staff, patients and the public. ¨ Ability to follow direction and comply with office policies / procedures. ¨ Strong computer skills. Prior experience utilizing medical practice computer systems. Allscripts EMR experience preferred. ¨ Knowledge of medical terminology ¨ Working knowledge of insurance requirements Education: (Acceptable experience and training) ¨ High School Diploma or equivalent. Graduate of an accredited program for Medical Assistants. Certification from the American Association of Medical Assistants or at least 3 years of relevant experience in a fast-paced medical office highly preferred. This description is intended to provide only basic guidelines for meeting job requirements. Responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities and working conditions may change as needs evolve. 
Scope Of Position Provides professional nursing care under supervision to primary and specialty care patients in a private medical office setting. Duties And Responsibilities Prepares patients for examination, tests, or treatments and explains procedures. Takes patients’ histories and vital signs, and performs EKG as needed. Administers injections, medications, and treatments as required. Responsible for blood draws, completion of lab slips, cultures, etc. Ensures electronic medical records are updated promptly and accurately. Triages calls and responds to phone messages, completing and committing when appropriate or forwarding to physician for proper advice. Schedules patients for appointments when necessary. Implements physician orders and notifies patients of results as directed. Assists Doctor with various procedures. Responsible for the cleanliness and preparation of examination and procedure rooms. Assists with ordering and maintaining supplies and equipment, including sterilization of instruments. Remains updated and current on the electronic health record policies and procedures. Attends required meetings and participates in committees and professional development activities. Performs automated functions that fall within job responsibility. Knowledge, Abilities Knowledge of the principles and skills needed for practical nursing to provide patient care and treatment. Ability to communicate clearly with individuals of all levels and establish and maintain effective working relationships with providers, staff, patients and the public. Knowledge of examination, diagnostic and treatment room procedures. Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment. Minimum Requirements Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing. Valid and unrestricted Connecticut State Registered Nurse License One year medical office experience, including phlebotomy and EKG. 
Assists in the delivery of primary health care and patient care management by performing selected clinical and administrative duties. The “float” Medical Assistant will travel between Alliance Medical locations as needed and work with different providers. Duties And Responsibilities Assists provider in preparing for physicals and minor surgeries. Prepares patients for examination and treatment. Takes patient histories and vital signs, performs phlebotomy and EKG as needed. Prepares exam and treatment rooms with necessary instruments. Assists with ordering and maintaining supplies and equipment, including sterilization of instruments. Assists with scheduling of tests and treatments and follows through with referrals when indicated. Screens telephone calls for referral to nurse or provider. Maintains patient files, records and other information according to office standards. Implements provider orders under provider direction and notifies patients of results as requested. Remains updated and current on the electronic health record policies and procedures. Attends required meetings and participates in committees and professional development activities. Maintains professional affiliations. Scribe to include history of present illness, review of systems, physical exam findings, diagnostic assessment and plan of care. Maintains patient and office confidentiality. Must be flexible with different work flows in different offices Performs related work as required. Supervision Received Reports directly to the Practice Manager Typical Physical Demands Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination. Involves frequent standing and walking. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 20 pounds. Requires normal visual acuity and hearing. Requires exposure to bodily fluids. Requires the ability to work in a busy medical office environment. Performance Requirements: (Required knowledge, skills and abilities.) Ability to perform medical assistant duties such as assisting the provider, performing EKG’s and phlebotomy, vital signs and other office testing / procedures. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with medical staff, patients and the public. Ability to follow direction and comply with office policies / procedures. Strong computer skills. Prior experience utilizing medical practice computer systems. Allscripts EMR experience preferred. Knowledge of medical terminology Working knowledge of insurance requirements Travel to all Alliance Medical locations Education: (Acceptable experience and training) High School Diploma or equivalent. Graduate of an accredited program for Medical Assistants. Certification from the American Association of Medical Assistants or at least 3 years of relevant experience in a fast-paced medical office highly preferred. 
Assists in the delivery of primary health care and patient care management by performing selected clinical and administrative duties. Duties And Responsibilities Assists provider in preparing for physicals and minor surgeries. Prepares patients for examination and treatment. Takes patient histories and vital signs, performs phlebotomy and EKG as needed. Prepares exam and treatment rooms with necessary instruments. Assists with ordering and maintaining supplies and equipment, including sterilization of instruments. Assists with scheduling of tests and treatments and follows through with referrals when indicated. Screens telephone calls for referral to nurse or provider. Maintains patient files, records and other information according to office standards. Implements provider orders under provider direction and notifies patients of results as requested. Remains updated and current on the electronic health record policies and procedures. Attends required meetings and participates in committees and professional development activities. Maintains professional affiliations. Scribe to include: history of present illness, review of systems, physical exam findings, diagnostic assessment and plan of care. Maintains patient and office confidentiality. Performs related work as required. Supervision Received Reports directly to the Practice Manager Typical Physical Demands Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination. Involves frequent standing and walking. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 20 pounds. Requires normal visual acuity and hearing. Requires exposure to bodily fluids. Requires the ability to work in a busy medical office environment. Performance Requirements: (Required knowledge, skills and abilities.) ¨ Ability to perform medical assistant duties such as assisting the provider, performing EKG's and phlebotomy, vital signs and other office testing / procedures. ¨ Ability to communicate clearly and effectively and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with medical staff, patients and the public. ¨ Ability to follow direction and comply with office policies / procedures. ¨ Strong computer skills. Prior experience utilizing medical practice computer systems. Allscripts EMR experience preferred. ¨ Knowledge of medical terminology ¨ Working knowledge of insurance requirements Education: (Acceptable experience and training) ¨ High School Diploma or equivalent. Graduate of an accredited program for Medical Assistants. Certification from the American Association of Medical Assistants or at least 3 years of relevant experience in a fast-paced medical office highly preferred. This description is intended to provide only basic guidelines for meeting job requirements. Responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities and working conditions may change as needs evolve. 
Connect with your calling ! Join, stay, and grow with Benchmark. Benchmark at Stamford is hiring Part Time CNAs for 2nd and 3rd shifts! We are looking for a compassionate CNA to join our team! As a Certified Nursing Assistant, your main role will be to deliver care to our residents within a warm, comfortable, and home-like environment. CNA Duties & Responsibilities: Assisting residents with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting Documenting care provided and reporting any changes in resident health or behavior to appropriate staff. Engaging residents in meaningful activities and providing emotional support. Utilizing customer service skills to ensure that residents receive exceptional and meaningful care. Other duties as needed. Requirements: Valid CNA/HHA/LNA license required Prior experience in a skilled nursing or assisted living community is preferred but not required Previous experience working with people with dementia is desired As a community associate at Benchmark, you will have access to a variety of benefits including, but not limited to, the following: 8 holidays & 3 floating holidays Discounted Meal Program Paid Training & Company-provided Uniforms Associate Referral Bonus Program Physical & Mental Health Wellness Programs 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match* Medical, Vision & Dental Benefits* Tuition Reimbursement Program* Vacation and Health & Wellness Paid Time Off* *Eligibility may vary by employment status Benchmark Senior Living is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We embrace and encourage our associates’ differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our associates unique. 
- A Great Place to Work : Preferred Professional Services (PPS) is a proud affiliate of National Health Care Associates, a growing network of more than 40 short-term rehabilitation and long-term care centers that touch the lives of thousands of families throughout the Northeast. We have per diem shifts available now in our Long-Term Care and Rehab Facilities! - What You'll Do: Agency CNA all Shifts! As a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), you will play a crucial role in delivering compassionate and personalized care to our residents. You will assist residents with activities of daily living, monitor their health, provide emotional support, and collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure the highest quality of care. Key Responsibilities: Assisting residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, and grooming Monitoring and recording vital signs Providing emotional support and companionship to residents Assisting with mobility and transfers Collaborating with the nursing team to develop care plans Maintaining a clean and safe environment for residents If you are passionate about making a real difference in people's lives in an environment where compassion, care and expertise come together, we invite you to join our team as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)! - What We Offer: All shifts available now including per diem & temp-to-hire! Competitive hourly rates and shift differentials Weekly Pay Comprehensive training and mentorship Opportunities for professional growth and development Supportive and collaborative work environment The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents - What You'll Bring: Qualifications of a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) include: Valid state of CT certification as a Nursing Assistant (CNA) Compassionate and empathetic nature Interest in the nursing needs of the aged and the chronically ill with the ability to work with both Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work effectively in a team environment Dedication to upholding high standards of care - We Hire for Heart! National Health Care Associates (National) is proud to be a family-run organization since 1984. Like family, each of National’s centers are unique but share common values: Kindness, Service, Compassion and Excellence. Today, our centers include more than 40 premier providers of short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and post-hospital care including several named “Best Of” by US News & World Report. When you join the team at a National center, you join a team that provides life-changing care to thousands of patients, residents, and families in a Great Place to Work Certified environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status. 
Are you interested in working 4HR 8HR 12HR shifts for a company that values passion and rewards its employees with great benefits? Your search is over – a Caregiver career with Comfort Keepers is the job for you! Become a Caregiver with Comfort Keepers and join a growing company dedicated to providing companionship, personal care, and other health care services for seniors in their own homes. Caregiver Job Benefits: Tapcheck – Instant daily pay. Competitive Pay – Including direct deposit, holiday pay, paid overtime and paid-time-off. Paid Training – Foster growth and development through paid training. Friendly Environment – 24-hour support available, a fun team-centric atmosphere Companionship & Friendship – Create lasting relationships with seniors and their loved ones. Reimbursement – Get compensated for client related transportation. Flexibility – flexible start dates, ability to work near your home. Join Our Comfort Keepers Team! Caregiver Job Responsibilities: Provide direct and indirect personal care to clients in the comfort of their home. Establish and maintain effective communication and a professional relationship with clients, family members, and co-workers. Perform duties as assigned on personal care service plan. Help client with all personal care functions as needed. Help keep the client's environment clean, safe and organized. Remind client to take self-administered medications. Successful Caregiver applicants will meet the following requirements: Previous personal care experience. Valid driver's license and reliable vehicle preferred. Weekend availability strongly preferred. Minimum high school diploma or GED required. Submit to criminal background investigation, motor vehicle driving record. Apply Today! 
Posting Date 03/11/2026 427 Stillson Road, Fairfield, Connecticut, 06824, United States of America Excellent Paid Training Provided! DaVita is seeking a full-time Registered Nurse (RN) who is looking to give life in an Outpatient Dialysis Center! You can make an exceptional difference in the lives of our patients and their families dealing with end-stage renal failure or chronic kidney disease. Do you desire to deliver care in an empathetic, compassionate way - the way you'd want your own care to be? DaVita – which is Italian for "giving life" – is working to provide quality service to patients, partners, and teammates. Our mission is to be the Provider, Partner, and Employer of Choice. Some details about this position: No Dialysis experience is required! Training may take place in a facility or a training clinic other than your assigned home clinic Float to various clinics during and after your training You must have a flexible Full-Time schedule working 3–4 days/week, 10-12- and/or -14-hour shifts (alternating Saturdays) - Sunday's off ! What you can expect: Build meaningful and long term relationships with patients and their family in an intimate outpatient setting Be a part of a team that supports and relies on each other in a positive environment Deliver care to patients who are often dealing with multiple co-morbidities which require unique treatment plans and the ability to leverage a broad range of nursing skills and knowledge Oversee a group of patients with the support of PCTs to conduct patient observations, measuring stats and machine set up You will work with your head, heart and hands each day in a fast paced environment Qualifications: Current RN license in state of practice CPR certification and basic EKG interpretation Associates Degree in Nursing (A.D.N) from accredited school of nursing required; Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.S.N); three-year diploma from accredited diploma program may be substituted for nursing degree What We Offer: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match Paid time off and PTO cash out Parental leave, family support, and mental health tools Career growth and training through DaVita’s StarLearning platform Performance-based pay and advancement opportunities Paid training Start making a difference today! Take the first step and apply now to join a team that values your skills and supports your career! #LI-LH3 At DaVita, we strive to be a community first and a company second. We want all teammates to experience DaVita as "a place where I belong." Our goal is to embed belonging into everything we do in our Village, so that it becomes part of who we are. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. This position will be open for a minimum of three days. For location-specific minimum wage details, see the following link: DaVita.jobs/WageRates Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. DaVita offers a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Learn more at https://careers.davita.com/benefits Colorado Residents: Please do not respond to any questions in this initial application that may seek age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You may also redact this information from any materials you submit during the application process. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information. 
Staff RNs needed for Griffin Hospital's EmPATH. Sign-On bonus for experienced full-time RNs is available. New grads with a passion for Emergency medicine and Behavioral Health are welcome to apply. Griffin is now embarking upon a new journey in the opening of its EmPATH unit; Emergency Psychiatric Assessment, Treatment and Healing unit. This will be the first EmPATH unit in the State of Connecticut. This unit will be a safe place for patients in a mental health or behavioral health crisis to receive patient focused care in a warm, calming and dignified environment. Griffin Hospital is a 160-bed acute care community hospital serving more than 100,000 residents of the Lower Naugatuck Valley Region. Griffin Hospital also serves as the flagship hospital for Planetree, an international leader in patient-centered care and has received national recognition for creating a facility and approach to patient care that is responsive to the needs of patients. Griffin is recognized for having industry-leading patient satisfaction ratings and has received numerous quality and clinical excellence awards. It is the only hospital to be named on FORTUNE Magazine's "100 Best Companies to Work For" list for 10 consecutive years, and has been named a “World’s Best Hospital” by Newsweek for seven consecutive years. Griffin's award-winning patient-centered care model allows nurses to truly connect with their patients and feel the sense of pride and fulfillment that can only come from knowing your work is more than just a job – you are helping others heal. As an independent community hospital, Griffin operates on a flat organizational structure to promote increased involvement by nurses in the care decision-making process so that they feel more connected to the medical care team. Griffin’s suburban atmosphere offers an easy commute, away from congested cities with easy to find free parking. Employees can also take advantage of generous benefits and wellness programs that add a distinct advantage in its employee compensation. MAIN FUNCTION: Current CT RN License required. Starting rate commensurate with position related experience. REQUIREMENTS: CT RN licensure required. Minimum of 1 year ER nursing experience required. ED Crisis RN experience strongly preferred. EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled 
Griffin Health is an independent, not-for-profit healthcare system in Derby, Connecticut, dedicated to person-centered, high-quality care for over 130,000 residents. Anchored by Griffin Hospital—a 160-bed acute care community teaching hospital and Planetree International’s flagship facility—Griffin Health emphasizes kindness, respect, and active patient engagement. Recognized nationally and internationally for clinical excellence, patient satisfaction, and social responsibility, Griffin has earned honors such as Newsweek’s “World’s Best Hospital” list for the last 5 consecutive years, LOWN Institute’s top state ranking for outcomes, and Becker’s “100 Best Community Hospitals” designation, as well as Fortune's Magazine's "100 Best Companies to Work For". The organization fosters a supportive, wellness-focused work environment with programs like Griffin AgeLess, empowering caregivers to thrive physically, emotionally, and professionally. Through innovation, community outreach, health education, and food-security initiatives, Griffin Health advances whole-person healing and strengthens the communities it serves. Griffin’s suburban atmosphere offers an easy commute, away from congested cities with easy to find free parking. Employees can also take advantage of generous benefits and wellness programs that add distinct advantage in its employee compensation. 
171265 Job Description Performs an age specific plan of care for a designated group of patients using the nursing process of assessment, diagnosis, outcome identification, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care. Collaborates with physicians and other health team members in coordinating and implementing procedures and treatments. Uses leadership skills/clinical judgment in coordinating patient care and directing/delegating activities of the patient care unit team. Job Responsibility Conducts patient interview, explains policies and procedures to patient/ significant others, reviews patient’s chart and answers questions correctly and courteously; assesses gastrointestinal, cardiovascular, respiratory, renal and neurological health status; determines mobility, sensory deficits, prostheses use, and skin condition and adjusts plan of care, as appropriate; assesses level of pain and pain management; communicates/documents patient’s physiologic health status and plan of care; assesses patient’s psychosocial health status; elicits perception of medical/nursing care and the expectation of care. Determines coping mechanism, knowledge level, and ability to comprehend; identifies cultural/ethnic requirements to reduce anxiety and ensure patient satisfaction; communicates and documents psychological status and care plan of support groups, counseling services, and social services; identifies patient outcome; develops criteria for measurement of patient outcomes; identifies actual/potential patient problems; identifies patient’s need for teaching based on psychosocial and developmental assessment. Develops patient outcome statement (s) and establishes individualized patient goals; identifies care activities and establishes the priorities necessary to achieve expected outcome; coordinates the cost-effective use of supplies, equipment and medication to achieve expected outcome; documents the plan of care and collaborates with physicians and other health team members; implements the plan of care; maintains constant vigilance over patients care to ensure that safety precautions/needs are followed (side rails up, call lights and bedside stand within reach, etc.). Exercises professional skills related to the plan of care; reassesses patients as needed and appropriately revises plan of care; correctly administers prescribed treatments; correctly uses equipment necessary for patient care; provides emotional support to patient and significant other; applies scientific principles in performing procedures; carries them out safely, timely and efficiently; makes accurate observations of patient’s conditions during treatments/procedures; reports and records same as appropriate; Keeps accurate documentation of patient’s treatment, activity and condition, as well as patient’s responses to medical and nursing interventions; uses appropriate methods of documentation according to departmental policy; acts rapidly and effectively during any emergency situation, managing self, patients and other employees; provides a calm, quiet, restful atmosphere; communicates effectively with the patient’s family or caretakers; participates in planning for discharge and coordinates referrals, as appropriate; provides discharge instructions to patient and significant other; evaluates care provided for patient outcome. Demonstrates ability to measure effectiveness of care provided and documents same; performs variance analysis related to outcome data for performance improvement; designs, implements, and evaluates systems to improve care in unit; keeps accurate documentation of patient’s treatment, activity and condition; uses appropriate methods of documentation according to departmental policy; collaborates with other care team members in planning and carrying out treatment regimen; provides direction to other members of the care team; collaborates with the appropriate physician on patient’s plan of care. Accurately interprets and implements treatment regimen as prescribed by the Physician; assists the Physician during treatments and/or diagnostic procedures; keeps the Patient Care Manager/designee and/or physician, abreast of changes in patient’s condition and/or treatments, as appropriate; uses clinical judgment in delegating assignments in providing patient care, and ensures that assignments are completed in a timely fashion; performs grade I-IV Decubitus Care; performs preventive skin care measures; applies simple dressings, maintaining principles of aseptic technique. Applies warm and cold compresses, consistent with facility procedure; performs irrigations, consistent with Facility procedure; performs other procedures related to skin care, as necessary; administers medications correctly and safely; correctly identifies medication in terms of action, dosage, side effects, and implications for the patient; meets standard on medication administration examination; demonstrates preparation of local solutions. Administers and documents medication correctly; educates patients and significant others related to drug and food interactions; educates patients and significant others related to drug and food interactions; participates in patient and family education; provides patient with an explanation of his/her condition as indicated; communicates assessment data in an orderly fashion by recording, updating and verbalizing pertinent information to care team members and to appropriate agencies; recognizes and utilizes health teaching opportunities and resources /materials available for this teaching; provides for early discharge planning and appropriate referrals for post-hospital care; evaluates the effectiveness of teaching by feedback from patient/ family and documents same. Performs related duties as required. All responsibilities noted here are considered essential functions of the job under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Duties not mentioned here, but considered related are not essential functions. Job Qualification Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing. Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing, preferred. Must be enrolled in an accredited BSN program within two (2) years and obtain a BSN Degree within five (5) years of job entry date. Current License to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York State required, plus specialized certifications as needed. ED RN experience, highly preferred. Additional Salary Detail The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity). 
Connect with your calling ! Join, stay, and grow with Benchmark. Coachmen Square at Woodbridge is hiring Part Time CNA for Part Time on 3rd Shift, 11p-7a We are looking for a compassionate CNA to join our team! As a Certified Nursing Assistant, your main role will be to deliver care to our residents within a warm, comfortable, and home-like environment. CNA Duties & Responsibilities: Assisting residents with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting Documenting care provided and reporting any changes in resident health or behavior to appropriate staff. Engaging residents in meaningful activities and providing emotional support. Utilizing customer service skills to ensure that residents receive exceptional and meaningful care. Other duties as needed. Requirements: Valid CNA/HHA/LNA license required Prior experience in a skilled nursing or assisted living community is preferred but not required Previous experience working with people with dementia is desired As a community associate at Benchmark, you will have access to a variety of benefits including, but not limited to, the following: 8 holidays & 3 floating holidays Discounted Meal Program Paid Training & Company-provided Uniforms Associate Referral Bonus Program Physical & Mental Health Wellness Programs 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match* Medical, Vision & Dental Benefits* Tuition Reimbursement Program* Vacation and Health & Wellness Paid Time Off* *Eligibility may vary by employment status Benchmark Senior Living is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We embrace and encourage our associates’ differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our associates unique. 
Position Type: Student Support Services - Licensed/School Nurse Date Posted: 7/12/2024 Location: Frank Scott Bunnell High School Date Available: Immediately Closing Date: 04/09/2026 Stratford Public Schools has the following vacancy SCHOOL NURSE Bunnell High School GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES: The School Nurse provides health services to facilitate the student's optimal physical, mental, emotional and social growth and development. The School Nurse also supports the education process by working to assure the health of the students. MAJOR RESPONSIBLITIES: Delivers nursing and health services according to nursing practice standards. Coordinates and delivers health care needs of students. Administers medications according to developed protocols and follows all state mandated policies concerning medication administration. Ensures a safe environment by properly storing all medications and supplies in the health office. Provides initial health care for on-job injuries and submits appropriate paperwork in a timely manner. Maintains standards of school nursing practice which includes collection of data, assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation, triage and delegation. Empowers and supports students as they learn to advocate for themselves regarding their health care needs. Provides health education and consultation to staff, students and families as needed. Communicates and collaborates with community providers of services for students. Writes and maintains cumulative health records for each student, health office records, monthly statistics, and other reports and documentation consistent with nursing care/individualized health care plans/IEPs and Federal, State and local mandates. Participates as a member of school based Pupil Study and Planning & Placement Teams - as appropriate. Collaborates with staff and parents to facilitate a better understanding of how a child's health needs may impact on their educational plan. Participates in nursing department meetings and attends school based meetings - faculty, open house, PTA/PTO - as appropriate. Works under the direction of the Coordinator of Pupil Services, along with the support of the building based principal. Adheres to Board of Education, Pupil Personnel, and school policies and Nursing Practice Standards. Attends and participates in professional development programs and demonstrates willingness to update skills and practice. Assumes all other duties and responsibilities as necessary and required. SKILL REQUIREMENTS: Solid knowledge base and skill in the understanding of human growth and development of children and adolescents. Excellent personal, professional, and organizational skills to manage a diverse workload and work cooperatively and collaboratively with superiors and colleagues as part of an interdisciplinary team. Willingness to maintain professional skills and practices current. Ability to succeed in a fast paced environment while managing multiple priorities simultaneously and accurately. Strong computer skills. Ability to communicate in a fair and equitable manner with students, parents, staff, district office, and outside agencies. Strong organizational skills. Outstanding written, oral, and presentation skills. High integrity and an exceptional work ethic required. QUALIFICATION/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Current CT Registered Nurse License TERM OF EMPLOYMENT: Regular school year. COMPENSATION: As per New England Health Care Employees' Union Contract 
Position Type: Student Support Services - Licensed/School Nurse Date Posted: 6/11/2024 Location: Victoria Soto School Date Available: Immediately Closing Date: 04/09/2026 ANNOUNCEMENT OF VACANCY SCHOOL NURSE Early Learning Services - Victoria SotoSchool GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES: The School Nurse provides health services to facilitate the student's optimal physical, mental, emotional and social growth and development. The School Nurse also supports the education process by working to assure the health of the students. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: Delivers nursing and health services according to nursing practice standards. Coordinates and delivers health care needs of students. Administers medications according to developed protocols and follows all state mandated policies concerning medication administration. Ensures a safe environment by properly storing all medications and supplies in the health office. Provides initial health care for on-job injuries and submits appropriate paperwork in a timely manner. Maintains standards of school nursing practice which includes collection of data, assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation, triage and delegation. Empowers and supports students as they learn to advocate for themselves regarding their health care needs. Provides health education and consultation to staff, students and families as needed. Communicates and collaborates with community providers of services for students. Writes and maintains cumulative health records for each student, health office records, monthly statistics, and other reports and documentation consistent with nursing care/individualized health care plans/IEPs and Federal, State and local mandates. Participates as a member of school based Pupil Study and Planning & Placement Teams - as appropriate. Collaborates with staff and parents to facilitate a better understanding of how a child's health needs may impact on their educational plan. Participates in nursing department meetings and attends school based meetings - faculty, open house, PTA/PTO - as appropriate. Works under the direction of the Coordinator of Pupil Services, along with the support of the building based principal. Adheres to Board of Education, Pupil Personnel, and school policies and Nursing Practice Standards. Attends and participates in professional development programs and demonstrates willingness to update skills and practice. Assumes all other duties and responsibilities as necessary and required. SKILL REQUIREMENTS: Solid knowledge base and skill in the understanding of human growth and development of children and adolescents. Excellent personal, professional, and organizational skills to manage a diverse workload and work cooperatively and collaboratively with superiors and colleagues as part of an interdisciplinary team. Willingness to maintain professional skills and practices current. Ability to succeed in a fast paced environment while managing multiple priorities simultaneously and accurately. Strong computer skills. Ability to communicate in a fair and equitable manner with students, parents, staff, district office, and outside agencies. Strong organizational skills. Outstanding written, oral, and presentation skills. High integrity and an exceptional work ethic required. QUALIFICATION/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Current CT Registered Nurse License TERM OF EMPLOYMENT: Regular school year. COMPENSATION: As per New England Health Care Employees' Union Contract 
Connect with your calling ! Join, stay, and grow with Benchmark. Sturges Ridge of Fairfield is hiring Full Time CNA to join their 1st & 2nd Shift team. We are looking for a compassionate CNA to join our team! As a Certified Nursing Assistant, your main role will be to deliver care to our residents within a warm, comfortable, and home-like environment. CNA Duties & Responsibilities: Assisting residents with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting Documenting care provided and reporting any changes in resident health or behavior to appropriate staff. Engaging residents in meaningful activities and providing emotional support. Utilizing customer service skills to ensure that residents receive exceptional and meaningful care. Other duties as needed. Requirements: Valid CNA/HHA/LNA license required Prior experience in a skilled nursing or assisted living community is preferred but not required Previous experience working with people with dementia is desired As a community associate at Benchmark, you will have access to a variety of benefits including, but not limited to, the following: 8 holidays & 3 floating holidays Discounted Meal Program Paid Training & Company-provided Uniforms Associate Referral Bonus Program Physical & Mental Health Wellness Programs 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match* Medical, Vision & Dental Benefits* Tuition Reimbursement Program* Vacation and Health & Wellness Paid Time Off* *Eligibility may vary by employment status Benchmark Senior Living is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We embrace and encourage our associates’ differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our associates unique. 
Connect with your calling ! Join, stay, and grow with Benchmark. Benchmark at Split Rock is hiring Full Time CNA for their 2nd Shift, 3p-11p. We are looking for a compassionate CNA to join our team! As a Certified Nursing Assistant, your main role will be to deliver care to our residents within a warm, comfortable, and home-like environment. CNA Duties & Responsibilities: Assisting residents with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting Documenting care provided and reporting any changes in resident health or behavior to appropriate staff. Engaging residents in meaningful activities and providing emotional support. Utilizing customer service skills to ensure that residents receive exceptional and meaningful care. Other duties as needed. Requirements: Valid CNA/HHA/LNA license required Prior experience in a skilled nursing or assisted living community is preferred but not required Previous experience working with people with dementia is desired As a community associate at Benchmark, you will have access to a variety of benefits including, but not limited to, the following: 8 holidays & 3 floating holidays Discounted Meal Program Paid Training & Company-provided Uniforms Associate Referral Bonus Program Physical & Mental Health Wellness Programs 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match* Medical, Vision & Dental Benefits* Tuition Reimbursement Program* Vacation and Health & Wellness Paid Time Off* *Eligibility may vary by employment status Benchmark Senior Living is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We embrace and encourage our associates’ differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our associates unique. 
- A Great Place to Work Beacon Brook Center for Health & Rehabilitation is a proud affiliate of National Health Care Associates. As a Certified Great Place to Work, we think that you are going to love it here. Your work will be meaningful to you. You will make a genuine difference in the lives of our aging guests and the families that love them. You will enjoy lasting bonds with the families you meet and with the teams you work on. And if you desire, you will experience real career growth where your expertise and dedication is valued and appreciated. We invite you to join our team! - LPN 1st and 2nd Per Diem Only What You'll Do: As a Licensed Practical Nurse, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the well-being and comfort of our residents. You will provide direct nursing care, administer medications, collaborate with healthcare professionals, and oversee the implementation of care plans. Key Responsibilities: Administering medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers Monitoring and recording patient vital signs and medical information Collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to develop and implement care plans Providing wound care and other nursing interventions as needed Supervising and supporting Certified Nurse Assistants (CNAs) in delivering care Ensuring compliance with all regulatory standards and protocols If you are a compassionate and skilled healthcare professional looking to make a significant impact on the lives of others in an environment where compassion, care and expertise come together, we invite you to join our team as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)! - What We Offer As an affiliate of National Health Care, our Beacon Brook family will enjoy: Competitive compensation and benefits package including a 10% defined contribution retirement plan Comprehensive training and mentorship Opportunities for professional growth and development Supportive and collaborative work environment The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents - What You'll Bring: Qualifications of an Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) include: Valid state license (LPN) Compassionate and empathetic approach to patient care Interest in the nursing needs of the aged and the chronically ill with the ability to work with both Strong clinical skills including the administration of medications Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment - We Hire for Heart! National Health Care Associates (National) is proud to be a family-run organization since 1984. Like family, each of National’s centers are unique but share common values: Kindness, Service, Compassion and Excellence. Today, our centers include more than 40 premier providers of short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and post-hospital care including several named “Best Of” by US News & World Report. When you join the team at a National center, you join a team that provides life-changing care to thousands of patients, residents, and families in a Great Place to Work Certified environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status. 
Grow your career internally at Elara Caring, our best talent comes from within! Job Description: Registered Nurse Home Health At Elara Caring, we care where you are and believe the best place for your care is where you live. We know there’s no place like home, and that’s why our teams continue to provide high-quality care to more than 60,000 patients each day in their preferred home setting. Wherever our patients call home and wherever they are on their health journey, we care. Each team member has a part to play in this mission. This means you have countless ways to make a difference as a Registered Nurse Home Health. Being a part of something this great, starts by carrying out our mission every day through your true calling: developing an amazing team of compassionate and dedicated healthcare providers. To continue to be an industry pioneer delivering unparalleled care, we need a Registered Nurse Home Health with commitment and compassion. Are you one of them? If so, apply today! Why Join the Elara Caring mission? Work autonomy and flexible schedules 1:1 patient care Supportive and collaborative environment Competitive compensation package Tuition reimbursement for full-time staff and continuing education opportunities for all employees Comprehensive insurance plans for medical, dental, and vision benefits 401(K) with employer match Paid time off, paid holidays, family and pet bereavement Pet insurance As a Registered Nurse Home Health, you’ll contribute to our success in the following ways: Ensures that all activities performed align with the vision of Elara Caring’s board of directors, executive team, and the leadership of the Home Health team. Add key accountabilities here. Maintains patient and staff privacy and confidentiality pursuant to HIPAA Privacy Final Rule. Assesses assigned case load of home health care patients and families to identify the physical, psychosocial, and environmental needs of patients as evidenced by documentation, clinical records, Interdisciplinary Team reports, after hours reports, and on-site evaluations. Assumes primary responsibility for caseload, including assessing, planning, coordinating, implementing, and evaluating the plan of treatment. Assesses patient needs and obtains data on physical, psychological, social, and spiritual factors that may influence patient/family/caregiver health status and incorporate that data into the plan of care. Makes the initial evaluation and re-evaluates the patient’s nursing needs during each visit. Makes follow up visits according to patient, family, and facility needs. Communicates significant findings, problems, and changes in health condition, environment, or unsafe facility conditions to the Clinical Supervisor, physician, facility, and/or other personnel involved with patient care. Revises the plan of care in response to identified patient care issues and notifies the Clinical Supervisor, physician, facility, and other team members. What is Required? Current, unrestricted state RN licensee 1+ year experience in a clinical care setting as a nurse Able and willing to travel within branch/office coverage area. Must have a dependable vehicle, valid driver’s license, and current auto insurance in accordance with state laws. Must be able and willing to travel 50% Associates Degree or Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing is preferred Previous Home Health or Hospice Experience is preferred Previous experience with HomeCare HomeBase is preferred Sit, stand, bend, lift and move intermittently and be able to lift 50-100 lbs. You will report to the Clinical Manager or Clinical Supervisor #LI-EF1 This is not a comprehensive list of all job responsibilities and requirements; a full job description will be provided upon request. Elara Caring provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), race, color, age (40 and older), national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender reassignment, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited under applicable federal, state or local law. 
Come for the Flexibility, Stay for the Culture Overnight differential for all overnight shifts! Find flexibility & balance – take control of your career, your schedule, and your future with BAYADA Home Health Care ! BAYADA was founded on the belief that healthcare is best delivered in the comfort of home. We provide the highest quality care to clients with complex medical needs. Why Nurses Choose BAYADA: Control Your Schedule – Flexible scheduling for optimal work-life balance Stay Close to Home – Short commute times to local clients Comprehensive Benefits – PTO, medical, dental, vision, 401(k) Career Growth & Development – Paid training and opportunities to advance Supportive Environment – 24/7 clinical support and mentorship from a caring team Stability & Purpose – Make a difference by providing 1:1 care to clients of all ages & acuity levels Weekly Pay – Get paid weekly because we know you work hard What BAYADA Offers: Full-Time, Part-Time Day, Evening, and Overnight Shifts 8 or 12-hour Shifts Pay Range $40-$48 Who BAYADA Serves: Our New York skilled nursing offices proudly serve local communities across the state. We have clients with open hours on Long Island throughout Suffolk County. How BAYADA Supports Your Success: Efficient Onboarding – We work around your availability to get you started quickly Personalized, Paid Training – Including our award-winning SIM labs Maximizing Your Skills – So you can confidently work with a variety of clients and skill levels 24/7 Clinical Support – Ongoing mentorship to help you succeed User-Friendly Electronic Charting (Cubhub) – Focus more on patient care Requirements: Current valid nursing license in the U.S. Graduation from a qualified nursing program NER-NY As an accredited, regulated, certified, and licensed home health care provider, BAYADA complies with all state/local mandates. BAYADA is celebrating 50 years of compassion, excellence, and reliability. Learn more about our 50th anniversary celebration and how you can join in here. BAYADA Home Health Care, Inc., and its associated entities and joint venture partners, are Equal Opportunity Employers. All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, military status, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws. Hence, we strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other marginalized communities. 
Staff RNs needed for Griffin Hospital's Emergency Department. Sign-On bonus for experienced full-time RNs is available. Griffin Hospital is a 160-bed acute care community hospital serving more than 100,000 residents of the Lower Naugatuck Valley Region. Griffin Hospital also serves as the flagship hospital for Planetree, an international leader in patient-centered care and has received national recognition for creating a facility and approach to patient care that is responsive to the needs of patients. Griffin is recognized for having industry-leading patient satisfaction ratings and has received numerous quality and clinical excellence awards. It is the only hospital to be named on FORTUNE Magazine's "100 Best Companies to Work For" list for 10 consecutive years, and has been named a “World’s Best Hospital” by Newsweek in 2019 and 2020. Griffin's award-winning patient-centered care model allows nurses to truly connect with their patients and feel the sense of pride and fulfillment that can only come from knowing your work is more than just a job – you are helping others heal. As an independent, community hospital, Griffin operates on a flat organizational structure to promote increased involvement by nurses in the care decision-making process so that they feel more connected to the medical care team. Griffin’s suburban atmosphere offers an easy commute, away from congested cities with easy to find free parking. Employees can also take advantage of generous benefits and wellness programs that add distinct advantage in its employee compensation. MAIN FUNCTION: Current CT RN License required. Starting rate commensurate with position related experience. REQUIREMENTS: CT RN licensure required. Minimum of 1 year ER nursing experience required. **Sign on bonus for RNs with experience in an ER** EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled #ghealth1 
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. At Bridgeport Hospital, we are committed to providing quality medical care and treatment that is coordinated and centered on the patient's specific needs. We strive to achieve benchmarks as a Patient Centered Medical Home and provide health care in a setting where patients are at the center of their care team. All employees of Bridgeport Hospital are part of the patients care team and contribute to the team approach of promoting access, continuous, comprehensive care and work to provide quality improvement in the care provided to their patients. As an integral member of the Yale New Haven Health System (YNHHS) healthcare team, the Registered Professional Nurse (RN) upholds the YNHHS mission, vision, values and strategic initiatives to provide the highest level of patient centered care. The RN practices professional nursing as a registered nurse within the legal and ethical framework established by the Connecticut Nurse Practice Act, American Nurses Association Scope and Standards for Nursing Practice, ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses and the YNHHS Professional Practice Model. The professional role of the RN is exemplified by the qualities of leadership, delegation, collaboration, effective communication, ensuring quality outcomes. YNHHS nurses practice in a framework outlined in our professional practice model, which states, "Achieving outcomes through Autonomy and Accountability". We value Nursing Professional Governance, and use evidence and data to support our practice with the patient and family at the center, always. The RN provides care that: * Establishes and maintains a therapeutic relationship with the patient and family encompasses an understanding and integration of cultural and diversity into practice * Includes communicating and working collaboratively with the patient, family and health care team members * Includes respecting the patient's values, preferences, expressed needs and knowledge of the healthcare situation in holistic data collection, in formulating health care outcomes and in the evaluation process. EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Responsibilities 1. STANDARDS OF PRACTICE RN practice is guided by the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice (2015). The Standards of Practice describe a competent level of nursing care as demonstrated by utilizing the nursing process components of assessment, diagnosis, outcomes identification, planning, implementation and evaluation. Assessment: The registered nurse collects pertinent data and information relative to the healthcare consumer's health or situation Diagnosis: The RN analyzes the assessment data to determine the actual and potential diagnoses or the issues. Outcomes Identification: The RN identifies expected outcomes for a plan individualized to the healthcare consumer or the situation. Planning: The RN develops and modifies a plan of care that prescribes strategies and alternatives to attain expected outcomes. Implementation: The RN implements the identified plan. Coordination of Care: The RN coordinates care delivery and transitions in care. Health Teaching and Health Promotion: The RN employs strategies to promote health and a safe environment. Evaluation: The RN evaluates progress toward attainment of outcomes. 2. STANDARDS OF PROFESSIONAL PERFORMANCE The ANA Standards of Professional Performance (2015) describe a competent level of behavior in the professional role, including activities related to: ethics, culturally congruent practice, communication, collaboration, leadership, education, evidence-based practice and research, quality of practice professional practice evaluation, resource utilization and environmental health. The RN is expected to engage in professional role activities, including leadership, appropriate to their education and position. The RN is accountable to for their professional actions to themselves, their healthcare consumers, their peers and ultimately to society. Ethics: The RN practices ethically. Culturally congruent practice: The RN practices in a manner that is congruent with cultural diversity and inclusion principles. Communication: The RN communicates effectively in all areas of practice Collaboration: The RN collaborates with healthcare consumer and other key stakeholders in the conduct of nursing practice. Leadership: The RN leads within the professional practice setting and the profession. Education: the RN seeks knowledge and competence that reflects current nursing practice and promotes futuristic thinking. Evidence-Based Practice and Research: The RN integrates evidence and research findings into practice Quality of Practice: The RN contributes to quality nursing practice. Professional Practice Evaluation: The RN evaluates owns' and others' nursing practice. Resource Utilization: The RN utilizes appropriate resources to plan provide and sustain evidence-based nursing services that are safe, effective and fiscally responsible Environmental Health: The RN practices in an environmentally safe and healthy manner. Qualifications EDUCATION Graduation from an accredited school of nursing. BSN preferred. All newly hired registered nurses must have current BCLS certification or must obtain within one month of hire. EXPERIENCE Registered Nurse is the foundational job description for all RNs. All RNs are encouraged to advance through the SPIRE clinical advancement program. LICENSURE Licensed and a currently registered nurse in the State of Connecticut. Clinical specialty certification highly encouraged. SPECIAL SKILLS Registered Nurse is the foundational job description for all RNs. All RNs are encouraged to advance through the SPIRE clinical advancement program. PHYSICAL DEMAND Requires prolonged standing; walking; use of sight, hearing, and touch. May be exposed to infectious diseases. Will be exposed to physical, mental and emotional illness as well as end of life conditions and death. Moderate stress and risk of injury from patient care. Standing/walking for more than half of the day. Frequently bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, twisting and lifting. Must be able to assist pushing/pulling/lifting patients ranging from five (5) to three hundred (300) pounds. Additional Information Intraoperative RN experience required. YNHHS Requisition ID 174378 
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. At Bridgeport Hospital, we are committed to providing quality medical care and treatment that is coordinated and centered on the patient's specific needs. We strive to achieve benchmarks as a Patient Centered Medical Home and provide health care in a setting where patients are at the center of their care team. All employees of Bridgeport Hospital are part of the patients care team and contribute to the team approach of promoting access, continuous, comprehensive care and work to provide quality improvement in the care provided to their patients. As an integral member of the Yale New Haven Health System (YNHHS) healthcare team, the Registered Professional Nurse (RN) upholds the YNHHS mission, vision, values and strategic initiatives to provide the highest level of patient centered care. The RN practices professional nursing as a registered nurse within the legal and ethical framework established by the Connecticut Nurse Practice Act, American Nurses Association Scope and Standards for Nursing Practice, ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses and the YNHHS Professional Practice Model. The professional role of the RN is exemplified by the qualities of leadership, delegation, collaboration, effective communication, ensuring quality outcomes. YNHHS nurses practice in a framework outlined in our professional practice model, which states, "Achieving outcomes through Autonomy and Accountability". We value Nursing Professional Governance, and use evidence and data to support our practice with the patient and family at the center, always. The RN provides care that: * Establishes and maintains a therapeutic relationship with the patient and family encompasses an understanding and integration of cultural and diversity into practice * Includes communicating and working collaboratively with the patient, family and health care team members * Includes respecting the patient's values, preferences, expressed needs and knowledge of the healthcare situation in holistic data collection, in formulating health care outcomes and in the evaluation process. EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Responsibilities 1. STANDARDS OF PRACTICE RN practice is guided by the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice (2015). The Standards of Practice describe a competent level of nursing care as demonstrated by utilizing the nursing process components of assessment, diagnosis, outcomes identification, planning, implementation and evaluation. Assessment: The registered nurse collects pertinent data and information relative to the healthcare consumer's health or situation Diagnosis: The RN analyzes the assessment data to determine the actual and potential diagnoses or the issues. Outcomes Identification: The RN identifies expected outcomes for a plan individualized to the healthcare consumer or the situation. Planning: The RN develops and modifies a plan of care that prescribes strategies and alternatives to attain expected outcomes. Implementation: The RN implements the identified plan. Coordination of Care: The RN coordinates care delivery and transitions in care. Health Teaching and Health Promotion: The RN employs strategies to promote health and a safe environment. Evaluation: The RN evaluates progress toward attainment of outcomes. 2. STANDARDS OF PROFESSIONAL PERFORMANCE The ANA Standards of Professional Performance (2015) describe a competent level of behavior in the professional role, including activities related to: ethics, culturally congruent practice, communication, collaboration, leadership, education, evidence-based practice and research, quality of practice professional practice evaluation, resource utilization and environmental health. The RN is expected to engage in professional role activities, including leadership, appropriate to their education and position. The RN is accountable to for their professional actions to themselves, their healthcare consumers, their peers and ultimately to society. Ethics: The RN practices ethically. Culturally congruent practice: The RN practices in a manner that is congruent with cultural diversity and inclusion principles. Communication: The RN communicates effectively in all areas of practice Collaboration: The RN collaborates with healthcare consumer and other key stakeholders in the conduct of nursing practice. Leadership: The RN leads within the professional practice setting and the profession. Education: the RN seeks knowledge and competence that reflects current nursing practice and promotes futuristic thinking. Evidence-Based Practice and Research: The RN integrates evidence and research findings into practice Quality of Practice: The RN contributes to quality nursing practice. Professional Practice Evaluation: The RN evaluates owns' and others' nursing practice. Resource Utilization: The RN utilizes appropriate resources to plan provide and sustain evidence-based nursing services that are safe, effective and fiscally responsible Environmental Health: The RN practices in an environmentally safe and healthy manner. Qualifications EDUCATION Graduation from an accredited school of nursing. BSN preferred. All newly hired registered nurses must have current BCLS certification or must obtain within one month of hire. EXPERIENCE Registered Nurse is the foundational job description for all RNs. All RNs are encouraged to advance through the SPIRE clinical advancement program. LICENSURE Licensed and a currently registered nurse in the State of Connecticut. Clinical specialty certification highly encouraged. SPECIAL SKILLS Registered Nurse is the foundational job description for all RNs. All RNs are encouraged to advance through the SPIRE clinical advancement program. PHYSICAL DEMAND Requires prolonged standing; walking; use of sight, hearing, and touch. May be exposed to infectious diseases. Will be exposed to physical, mental and emotional illness as well as end of life conditions and death. Moderate stress and risk of injury from patient care. Standing/walking for more than half of the day. Frequently bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, twisting and lifting. Must be able to assist pushing/pulling/lifting patients ranging from five (5) to three hundred (300) pounds. Additional Information Critical Care or procedural RN experience required. ACLS Certification required. YNHHS Requisition ID 174426 
Thank you for considering a career at Mercy Health! Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36 Work Shift: Nights (United States of America) Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position The RN Inpatient Rehabilitation functions as a care provider of a multidisciplinary care team responsible for the delivery of patient care through using the nursing process of assessment, diagnosing, planning, implementation, and evaluation. The RN possesses the specialized knowledge and clinical skills necessary to provide care for people with physical disability and chronic illness. The RN possesses the basic knowledge of a patient's age and cultural diversity into the provision of patient care, demonstrates strong skills related to effective time management and prioritizing patient care, contributes to the provision of quality nursing care through performance improvement initiatives, collaborates with other professional disciplines, and supports the mission of the ministry to provide physical and psychological support to patients and families. Essential Job Functions • Collaborates with members of interdisciplinary teams to establish goals and strategies for meeting the discharge or continuing care needs with the patient. • Performs and documents complete patient assessments. • Initiates and maintains current nursing care plans for all assigned patients. • Identifies patient learning needs to provide individualized and comprehensive teaching. • Reinforces the teaching done by other members of the rehabilitation team and other healthcare disciplines and provides resource materials for patients and families. • Fosters independence in patients and families for self-care skills, self-management, decision making, and goal development • Administers medications in a safe manner consistent with the State of Practice and Bon Secours Mercy Health policies and procedures. • Serves as a point of contact for patients' care coordination throughout the hospital departments. • Acts as a patient safety advocate by participating in ongoing quality improvement in the department. • Serves as a patient advocate in collaboration with spiritual care, palliative care, and ethics. • BSMH nurses are expected to practice and deliver care in accordance with the core concepts and intention of the BSMH Nursing Professional Practice Model. This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation. Pharmacy Technicians may practice at the top of their respective State Licensing Board Regulations. Licensing/Certification Current RN license in state they are working or covered by compact (required) BLS Basic Life Support- American Heart Association (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care) Certified Rehabilitation Registered Nurse (CRRN) (preferred) Medical-Surgical Nursing Certification RN-BC (preferred) Certified Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse (CMSRN) (preferred) Certified Neurological Registered Nurse (CNRN) (preferred) National Institute of Health (NIH) Stroke Certification (preferred) Gerontological Nursing - ANCC (preferred) Education Bachelors of Science Nursing (preferred) Work Experience 1 year of clinical patient care experience (e.g. Patient Care Tech (PCT), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Certified Nurses Aide (CNA)) in an acute care setting, long-term care facility, or physician practice (preferred) 1 year of experience in an acute rehabilitation facility (preferred) Training EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) (preferred) Lippincot (preferred) Language None Patient Population Pediatrics (1-12 years) (Lourdes) Adolescents (13-17 years) (Lourdes, Cincinnati) Adults (18-64 years) Geriatrics (65 years and older) Working Conditions Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse May be required to use physical restraints May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids* May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials* May have periods of constant interruptions *Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control. Physical Requirements Lifting/Carrying (0-50 lbs.) 34-66% Lifting/Carrying (50-100 lbs.) 1-33% Push/Pull (0-50 lbs.) 34-66% Push/Pull (50-100 lbs.) 1-33% Stoop/Kneel 1-33% Crawling 1-33% Climbing 1-33% Balance 1-33% Bending 34-66% Sitting 1-33% Walking 67-100% Standing 67-100% Additional Physical Requirements/Hazards Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination) Perform shift work Maneuver weight of patients Hear alarms/telephone/audio recorder Reach above shoulder Repetitive arm/hand movements Finger Dexterity Color Vision Acuity - far Acuity - near Hazards Depth perception Use of latex products Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents Exposure to moving mechanical parts Exposure to dust/fumes Exposure to potential electrical shock Exposure to x ray/electromagnetic energy Skills Monitor patient conditions during treatment Clinical Nursing Professional Nursing Patient assessment Care Plans Patient Care Patient Safety Interpersonal Relationships Diversity Awareness Professionalism Compassionate Orients employees Administer medications within scope Record patient medical histories Analyze data and information Attention to detail Critical thinking Communication with family members Verbal and written communication Collaboration Teamwork Conflict resolution Active listening Relationship building Time management skills Dependability Adaptability Flexibility Patient Care Plans Accountable Identifying patient needs that impact other discipline's patient care Advocates for highest level of independence after discharge Provides necessary input regarding transitions of care Assists patient and family with solving barriers to discharge Microsoft Office Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer. As a Mercy Health associate, you’re part of a Misson that matters. We support your well-being – personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way. What we offer • Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible) • Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts • Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders • Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status. Department: Physical Therapy - Mercy St. Charles - Rehab Care Acute It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, a ll applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you’d like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, please email recruitment@mercy.com . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com .