Nursing Jobs in Washington, CT

Explore opportunities with Patient Care, a part of LHC Group, a leading post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians and families nationwide. As members of the Optum family of businesses, we are dedicated to helping people feel their best, including our team members who create meaningful connections with patients, their families, each other and the communities we serve. Find a home for your career here. Join us and embrace a culture of Caring. Connecting. Growing together. As the Registered Nurse you will provide and direct provisions of nursing care to patients in their homes as prescribed by the physician and in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and agency policies. You will also coordinate total plan of care with other health care professionals involved in care and helps to achieve and maintain continuity of patient care by planning and exchanging information with physician, agency personnel, patient, family, and community resources. Primary Responsibilities Provide high-quality clinical services within scope of practice and infection control standards Coordinate care with other members of the patient/client's care team from admission to discharge Complete clinical nursing assessments per federal/state program requirements and payer needs Ensure patient/client eligibility and medical necessity for services as defined by payer and agency policy Develop and revise individualized plans of care/service plans with other community providers Ensure plan of care frequency and duration meets patient needs and initiate revisions with physician approval You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in. Required Qualifications Current and unrestricted RN licensure in the state of practice Current driver's license, vehicle insurance and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation Current CPR certification Ability to function in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the client Preferred Qualifications: 1+ years of RN experience Nights and weekends strongly preferred Able to work independently Good communication, writing, and organizational skills Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $39.45 to $59.15 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. #LHCJobs At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission. UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment. 
Explore opportunities with Patient Care, a part of LHC Group, a leading post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians and families nationwide. As members of the Optum family of businesses, we are dedicated to helping people feel their best, including our team members who create meaningful connections with patients, their families, each other and the communities we serve. Find a home for your career here. Join us and embrace a culture of Caring. Connecting. Growing together. As the Registered Nurse you will provide and direct provisions of nursing care to patients in their homes as prescribed by the physician and in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and agency policies. You will also coordinate total plan of care with other health care professionals involved in care and helps to achieve and maintain continuity of patient care by planning and exchanging information with physician, agency personnel, patient, family, and community resources. Primary Responsibilities Provide high-quality clinical services within scope of practice and infection control standards Coordinate care with other members of the patient/client's care team from admission to discharge Complete clinical nursing assessments per federal/state program requirements and payer needs Ensure patient/client eligibility and medical necessity for services as defined by payer and agency policy Develop and revise individualized plans of care/service plans with other community providers Ensure plan of care frequency and duration meets patient needs and initiate revisions with physician approval You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in. Required Qualifications Current and unrestricted RN licensure in the state of practice Current driver's license, vehicle insurance and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation Current CPR certification Ability to function in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the client Preferred Qualifications: 1+ years of RN experience Able to work independently Good communication, writing, and organizational skills Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $39.45 to $59.15 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. #LHCJobs At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission. UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment. 
Under the direction of an MD, APRN performs selected tasks and activities to obtain and report information to assist the Provider in the assessment, planning and evaluation of patient needs. Participate in the development of the patients care plan. Participate in delegating and giving direct care based on priority of needs and established goals. Providing an environment conductive to safety and health. Documents nursing interventions and responses to care. Communicating nursing interventions and responses to care to appropriate members of the healthcare team. Under the direction of the Provider, perform patient related activities, medication administration, diagnostic testing, therapeutic treatments, which contribute to safe and efficient delivery of patient care. Under the direction of the Provider, medication renewal, prior authorizations. Triage phone calls, follow-up with post-op calls. Supports and participates in quality initiatives. Maintains accountability for professional competency. Demonstrates knowledge and critical thinking to promote optimal patient care. Performs related duties as assigned. 
At Waterbury Hospital we offer our RN’s with scheduled hours: Employer paid pension plan Employee Referrals Opportunity for training in specialty areas Generous student loan forgiveness Education reimbursement Shift incentives Clinical Ladders Scope Of Position The Registered Nurse in the Med./Surg. unit utilizes the nursing process, diagnoses to treat human responses to actual or potential problems and is accountable to the patient, family and peers for the totality of work performed in order that the organization can fulfill its primary mission of providing quality health care within the community. Population serviced includes adult, geriatric patients and upon occasion, adolescents. Reports to the Assistant Director. Responsibilities Develop and implement a plan of care and demonstrate leadership to ensure all patient/family needs are met. Monitor patients before, during and after surgery and /or procedures to provide safe, efficient care. Evaluate the plan of care and the patient's responses: reassess and revise the plan based upon changing needs and priorities. Demonstrate the skill and judgment necessary to implement Physician's orders, nursing interventions and procedures as necessary for the care of the patient. Maintain up to date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to insure the integration of information for use by the health care team and to insure the totality of quality care. Promote effective working relationships and work cooperatively as part of the department team to facilitate the department's ability to meet its goal and objectives. Contributes to Quality Improvement activities and participates in the departmental Quality Improvement Program. Responsible for own professional development to insure appropriate knowledge of advances in practice to provide state of the art treatment for patient population serviced. Perform other related duties as required. Requirements Licensed Registered Nurse in the State of Connecticut Medical/Surgical experience preferred. Intravenous therapy experience preferred (included starting IV's) Good communication skills. Ability to work as a member of an interdisciplinary team Ability to work in a time oriented environment including exposure to all patient elements, i.e. blood borne pathogens, physical requirements; lifting and pulling of patients, pushing stretchers, standing and walking for extended periods of time wearing a lead apron. Ability to demonstrate and perform strengthening and toning exercises. Ability to interact with patients with tact and confidentiality. Graduate of an accredited Nursing ( RN ) Program Must have basic computer skills and ability to access internet and other programs applicable to Waterbury Hospital procedures. Perform automated functions that fall within job responsibility. 
Scope Of Position Provide general patient care following standardized procedures that do not require state licensure for assigned unit, under the direction of an RN, according to the assigned patient population. Primary patient procedures may include ADL's, nutritional support, vital signs and phlebotomy. Responsibilities Under the direction of an RN, perform selected tasks and activities to obtain and report information to assist the nurse in the assessment, planning and evaluation of patient needs, treatment and response to treatment. Under the direction of an RN, perform selected patient related activities, diagnostic testing and therapeutic treatments which contribute to safe and efficient delivery of patient care. Utilize initiative to respond to patient needs, effectively communicating with other team members to provide excellent quality service. Responsible for following all organization and department precautions and procedures in the performance of all job duties to ensure a safe work environment for self and others. Order and maintain supplies/equipment within budge parameters. Ensure cost-effective utilization of resources within own control. Participate in staff meetings, attends in-services and maintains general/unit/department specific competencies. Support and participates in QI process. Perform related duties as requires. Requirements Good oral and written communication and interpersonal skills. Knowledge of medical terminology. CPR certified. Ability to reach and write English with a command of verbal English. Ability to work well and collaboratively with other members of health care team. Ability to maintain patient confidentiality. Ability to operate (or learn) a computer. Ability to work in a time oriented environment including exposure to all patient elements i.e., blood borne pathogens, physical requirements include lifting and pulling of patients, pushing of stretchers, standing and walking. May be exposed to environmental hazards such as anesthetic gases or elements. Ability to meet the care needs of the patient populations served. Must have basic computer skills and ability to access internet and other programs applicable to Waterbury Hospital procedures. Perform automated functions that fall within job responsibility. High School Diploma or equivalent required. Successful completion of Certified Nursing Assistant Program required. Successful completion of a formal training program to include direct patient care activities and technical procedures such as: 02 Saturation, EKG testing, Phlebotomy and finger stick testing. THE ABOVE DESCRIPTION COVERS THE MOST SIGNIFICNT DUTIES PERFORMED BUT DOES NOT EXCLUDE OTHER OCCASIONAL WORK ASSIGNMENTS NOT MENTIONED, THE INCLUSION OF WHICH WOULD BE IN CONFORMITY WITH THE FACTOR DEGREES ASSIGNED TO THIS JOB. 
Scope Of Position The practice of nursing by a Licensed Practical Nurse is defined as the performing of selected tasks and sharing of responsibility under the direction of a Registered Nurse. Responsibilities Under the direction of an RN, perform selected tasks and activities to obtain and report information to assist the RN in the assessment, planning and evaluation of patient needs. Contributes to the nursing assessment by: Collecting, reporting, and recording objective and subjective data in an accurate and timely manner. This includes: Observation about condition or change in patient status Signs and symptoms that deviate from normal health status Participate in the development of the patients care plan. Participate in delegating and giving direct care based on priority of needs and established goals. Providing an environment conductive to safety and health. Documents nursing interventions and responses to care. Communicating nursing interventions and responses to care to appropriate members of the healthcare team. Under the direction of the RN, perform patient related activities, medication administration, diagnostic testing, therapeutic treatments, which contribute to safe and efficient delivery of patient care. Supports and participates in quality initiatives. Maintains accountability for professional competency. Demonstrates knowledge and critical thinking to promote optimal patient care. Performs related duties as assigned. Requirements State of CT LPN License Good oral and written communication and interpersonal skills. CPR certified. CPI certified. Ability to read and write English with a command of verbal English. Ability to work well and collaboratively with other members of the health care team Ability to maintain patient confidentiality. Must have basic computer skills and ability to access internet and other programs applicable to Waterbury Hospital procedures. Perform automated functions that fall within job responsibility. Ability to work in a time-oriented environment including exposure to all patient elements i.e., blood borne pathogens, physical requirements include lifting and pulling of patients, pushing of stretchers, standing, and walking. May be exposed to environmental hazards such as anesthetic gases or elements. Ability to meet the care needs of the patient populations served. 
Join Our Caring Team at Apple Rehab Farmington Valley! (NEW RATES!!) Are you passionate about providing exceptional care in a warm, family-oriented environment? Look no further! Apple Rehab Farmington Valley stands as a distinguished 130-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation center strategically situated on Farmington Avenue in Plainville, CT, offering easy access to I-84 from the New Britain, Hartford, and Waterbury areas. Our pride lies not only in our prime location but also in the enduring commitment and family-like ambiance cultivated by our dedicated staff. Why Choose Apple Rehab Farmington Valley? At Apple Rehab Farmington Valley, our team is unwaveringly devoted to delivering the utmost quality of care to our cherished residents, ensuring a fulfilling and supportive environment that makes it not only an exceptional place to live but also an ideal workplace to thrive and grow professionally. 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: CNA Certified Nursing Assistant Differentials Offered: Shift Differentials for 2nd and 3rd shifts and weekends Additional Shifts Differential: Extra $5.00/hour for any shifts worked outside scheduled hours Available Shifts: Full-Time 7-3 Part-Time 7-3 and 11-7 Per Diem Responsibilities: Assists residents in daily bathing, grooming, dental care, bowel and bladder functions, dressing, walking and wheelchair use, positioning in and out of bed. C.N.A. Certified Nurse’s Assistant documents personal care given according to facility policies. Provides nursing functions as directed including perineal care, making beds, turning residents, measures and records temperature, weight, pulse and respiration. C.N.A. Certified Nurse’s Assistant observes and reports to supervisor changes in residents’ condition, including any skin breakdowns. Reports immediately all accidents or injuries. Records all necessary charting entries. Answers all call lights regardless of assignment. Responds to emergency situations calmly and efficiently. Qualifications: Must hold current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification in good standing. No history of patient/resident abuse as per State Registry. Proficient in reading, writing, and following oral and written instructions. Strong attention to detail, excellent follow-through, and ability to prioritize multiple tasks. Team player with good cooperation and interpersonal skills. Demonstrates patience, tact, enthusiasm, and a positive attitude towards residents and their support networks. Additional Expectations: Per diem staff are expected to fulfill (2) weekend shifts monthly to meet requirements. 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- Anthem coverage coming January 2025! 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 Farmington Valley! Note: Benefits and requirements may vary based on employment status and hours worked. Inquire within for specific details. (Apple Rehab is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.) 
At Waterbury Hospital we offer our RN’s with scheduled hours: Employer paid pension plan Employee Referrals Opportunity for training in specialty areas Generous student loan forgiveness Education reimbursement Shift incentives Clinical Ladders Scope Of Position The Registered Nurse in the Med./Surg. unit utilizes the nursing process, diagnoses to treat human responses to actual or potential problems and is accountable to the patient, family and peers for the totality of work performed in order that the organization can fulfill its primary mission of providing quality health care within the community. Population serviced includes adult, geriatric patients and upon occasion, adolescents. Reports to the Assistant Director. Responsibilities Develop and implement a plan of care and demonstrate leadership to ensure all patient/family needs are met. Monitor patients before, during and after surgery and /or procedures to provide safe, efficient care. Evaluate the plan of care and the patient's responses: reassess and revise the plan based upon changing needs and priorities. Demonstrate the skill and judgment necessary to implement Physician's orders, nursing interventions and procedures as necessary for the care of the patient. Maintain up to date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to insure the integration of information for use by the health care team and to insure the totality of quality care. Promote effective working relationships and work cooperatively as part of the department team to facilitate the department's ability to meet its goal and objectives. Contributes to Quality Improvement activities and participates in the departmental Quality Improvement Program. Responsible for own professional development to insure appropriate knowledge of advances in practice to provide state of the art treatment for patient population serviced. Perform other related duties as required. Requirements Licensed Registered Nurse in the State of Connecticut Medical/Surgical experience preferred. Intravenous therapy experience preferred (included starting IV's) Good communication skills. Ability to work as a member of an interdisciplinary team Ability to work in a time oriented environment including exposure to all patient elements, i.e. blood borne pathogens, physical requirements; lifting and pulling of patients, pushing stretchers, standing and walking for extended periods of time wearing a lead apron. Ability to demonstrate and perform strengthening and toning exercises. Ability to interact with patients with tact and confidentiality. Graduate of an accredited Nursing ( RN ) Program Must have basic computer skills and ability to access internet and other programs applicable to Waterbury Hospital procedures. Perform automated functions that fall within job responsibility. 
At Waterbury Hospital we offer our RN’s with scheduled hours: Employer paid pension plan Employee Referrals Opportunity for training in specialty areas Generous student loan forgiveness Education reimbursement Shift incentives Clinical Ladders Scope Of Position The Registered Nurse in the Med./Surg. unit utilizes the nursing process, diagnoses to treat human responses to actual or potential problems and is accountable to the patient, family and peers for the totality of work performed in order that the organization can fulfill its primary mission of providing quality health care within the community. Population serviced includes adult, geriatric patients and upon occasion, adolescents. Reports to the Assistant Director. Responsibilities Develop and implement a plan of care and demonstrate leadership to ensure all patient/family needs are met. Monitor patients before, during and after surgery and /or procedures to provide safe, efficient care. Evaluate the plan of care and the patient's responses: reassess and revise the plan based upon changing needs and priorities. Demonstrate the skill and judgment necessary to implement Physician's orders, nursing interventions and procedures as necessary for the care of the patient. Maintain up to date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to insure the integration of information for use by the health care team and to insure the totality of quality care. Promote effective working relationships and work cooperatively as part of the department team to facilitate the department's ability to meet its goal and objectives. Contributes to Quality Improvement activities and participates in the departmental Quality Improvement Program. Responsible for own professional development to insure appropriate knowledge of advances in practice to provide state of the art treatment for patient population serviced. Perform other related duties as required. Requirements Licensed Registered Nurse in the State of Connecticut Medical/Surgical experience preferred. Intravenous therapy experience preferred (included starting IV's) Good communication skills. Ability to work as a member of an interdisciplinary team Ability to work in a time oriented environment including exposure to all patient elements, i.e. blood borne pathogens, physical requirements; lifting and pulling of patients, pushing stretchers, standing and walking for extended periods of time wearing a lead apron. Ability to demonstrate and perform strengthening and toning exercises. Ability to interact with patients with tact and confidentiality. Graduate of an accredited Nursing ( RN ) Program Must have basic computer skills and ability to access internet and other programs applicable to Waterbury Hospital procedures. Perform automated functions that fall within job responsibility. 
At Waterbury Hospital we offer our RN’s with scheduled hours: Employer paid pension plan Sign on bonuses for experienced RN’s Employee Referrals Opportunity for training in specialty areas Generous student loan forgiveness Education reimbursement Shift incentives Clinical Ladders Scope Of Position The Registered Nurse in Critical Care utilizes the nursing process, diagnoses to treat human responses to actual or potential problems and is accountable to the patient, family and peers for the totality of work performed in order that the organization can fulfill its primary mission of providing quality health care within the community. Population serviced includes adult, geriatric patients and upon occasion, adolescents. Reports to the Assistant Director. Responsibilities Develop and implement a plan of care and demonstrate leadership to ensure all patient/family needs are met. Monitor patients before, during and after surgery and /or procedures to provide safe, efficient care. Evaluate the plan of care and the patient's responses: reassess and revise the plan based upon changing needs and priorities. Demonstrate the skill and judgment necessary to implement Physician's orders, nursing interventions and procedures as necessary for the care of the patient. Maintain up to date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to insure the integration of information for use by the health care team and to insure the totality of quality care. Promote effective working relationships and work cooperatively as part of the department team to facilitate the department's ability to meet its goal and objectives. Contributes to Quality Improvement activities and participates in the departmental Quality Improvement Program. Responsible for own professional development to insure appropriate knowledge of advances in practice to provide state of the art treatment for patient population serviced. Perform other related duties as required. Requirements Licensed Registered Nurse in the State of Connecticut Medical/Surgical procedures experience required. Intravenous therapy experience preferred (included starting IV's) Good communication skills. Ability to work as a member of an interdisciplinary team Ability to work in a time oriented environment including exposure to all patient elements, i.e. blood borne pathogens, physical requirements; lifting and pulling of patients, pushing stretchers, standing and walking for extended periods of time wearing a lead apron. Ability to demonstrate and perform strengthening and toning exercises. Ability to interact with patients with tact and confidentiality. Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program Must have basic computer skills and ability to access internet and other programs applicable to Waterbury Hospital procedures. Perform automated functions that fall within job responsibility. 
At Waterbury Hospital we offer our RN’s with scheduled hours: Employer paid pension plan Employee Referrals Opportunity for training in specialty areas Generous student loan forgiveness Education reimbursement Shift incentives Clinical Ladders Scope Of Position The Registered Nurse in the Med./Surg. unit utilizes the nursing process, diagnoses to treat human responses to actual or potential problems and is accountable to the patient, family and peers for the totality of work performed in order that the organization can fulfill its primary mission of providing quality health care within the community. Population serviced includes adult, geriatric patients and upon occasion, adolescents. Reports to the Assistant Director. Responsibilities Develop and implement a plan of care and demonstrate leadership to ensure all patient/family needs are met. Monitor patients before, during and after surgery and /or procedures to provide safe, efficient care. Evaluate the plan of care and the patient's responses: reassess and revise the plan based upon changing needs and priorities. Demonstrate the skill and judgment necessary to implement Physician's orders, nursing interventions and procedures as necessary for the care of the patient. Maintain up to date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to insure the integration of information for use by the health care team and to insure the totality of quality care. Promote effective working relationships and work cooperatively as part of the department team to facilitate the department's ability to meet its goal and objectives. Contributes to Quality Improvement activities and participates in the departmental Quality Improvement Program. Responsible for own professional development to insure appropriate knowledge of advances in practice to provide state of the art treatment for patient population serviced. Perform other related duties as required. Requirements Licensed Registered Nurse in the State of Connecticut Medical/Surgical experience preferred. Intravenous therapy experience preferred (included starting IV's) Good communication skills. Ability to work as a member of an interdisciplinary team Ability to work in a time oriented environment including exposure to all patient elements, i.e. blood borne pathogens, physical requirements; lifting and pulling of patients, pushing stretchers, standing and walking for extended periods of time wearing a lead apron. Ability to demonstrate and perform strengthening and toning exercises. Ability to interact with patients with tact and confidentiality. Graduate of an accredited Nursing ( RN ) Program Must have basic computer skills and ability to access internet and other programs applicable to Waterbury Hospital procedures. Perform automated functions that fall within job responsibility. 
At Waterbury Hospital we offer our RN’s with scheduled hours: Employer paid pension plan Employee Referrals Opportunity for training in specialty areas Generous student loan forgiveness Education reimbursement Shift incentives Clinical Ladders Scope Of Position The Registered Nurse utilizes the nursing process, diagnoses to treat human responses to actual or potential problems and is accountable to the patient, family and peers for the totality of work performed in order that the organization can fulfill its primary mission of providing quality health care within the community. Population serviced includes adult, geriatric patients and upon occasion, adolescents. Reports to the Assistant Director. Responsibilities Develop and implement a plan of care and demonstrate leadership to ensure all patient/family needs are met. Monitor patients before, during and after procedures to provide safe, efficient procedures. Evaluate the plan of care and the patient's responses: reassess and revise the plan based upon changing needs and priorities. Set up and use all equipment needed to do procedures. Act as resource for all procedures in the unit and on call. Demonstrate the skill and judgment necessary to implement Physician's orders, nursing interventions and procedures as necessary for the care of the patient. Maintain up to date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to insure the integration of information for use by the health care team and to insure the totality of quality care. Promote effective working relationships and work cooperatively as part of the department team to facilitate the department's ability to meet its goal and objectives. Contributes to Quality Improvement activities and participates in the departmental Quality Improvement Program. Responsible for own professional development to insure appropriate knowledge of advances in practice to provide state of the art treatment for patient population serviced. Perform other related duties as required. Requirements Licensed Registered Nurse in the State of Connecticut Intravenous therapy experience required (included starting IV's) Good communication skills. Ability to work as a member of an interdisciplinary team Ability to work in a time oriented environment including exposure to all patient elements, i.e. blood borne pathogens, physical requirements; lifting and pulling of patients, pushing stretchers, standing and walking for extended periods of time wearing a lead apron. Ability to demonstrate and perform strengthening and toning exercises. Ability to interact with patients with tact and confidentiality. Utilize basic computer skills in order to access and use Healthstream to complete mandatory training; to access e-mail notices; and to access and use the Hospital Intranet. Perform automated functions that fall within job responsibility. 
At Waterbury Hospital we offer our RN’s with scheduled hours: Employer paid pension plan Employee Referrals Opportunity for training in specialty areas Generous student loan forgiveness Education reimbursement Shift incentives Clinical Ladders Scope Of Position The Registered Nurse in the Med./Surg. unit utilizes the nursing process, diagnoses to treat human responses to actual or potential problems and is accountable to the patient, family and peers for the totality of work performed in order that the organization can fulfill its primary mission of providing quality health care within the community. Population serviced includes adult, geriatric patients and upon occasion, adolescents. Reports to the Assistant Director. Responsibilities Develop and implement a plan of care and demonstrate leadership to ensure all patient/family needs are met. Monitor patients before, during and after surgery and /or procedures to provide safe, efficient care. Evaluate the plan of care and the patient's responses: reassess and revise the plan based upon changing needs and priorities. Demonstrate the skill and judgment necessary to implement Physician's orders, nursing interventions and procedures as necessary for the care of the patient. Maintain up to date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to insure the integration of information for use by the health care team and to insure the totality of quality care. Promote effective working relationships and work cooperatively as part of the department team to facilitate the department's ability to meet its goal and objectives. Contributes to Quality Improvement activities and participates in the departmental Quality Improvement Program. Responsible for own professional development to insure appropriate knowledge of advances in practice to provide state of the art treatment for patient population serviced. Perform other related duties as required. Requirements Licensed Registered Nurse in the State of Connecticut Medical/Surgical experience preferred. Intravenous therapy experience preferred (included starting IV's) Good communication skills. Ability to work as a member of an interdisciplinary team Ability to work in a time oriented environment including exposure to all patient elements, i.e. blood borne pathogens, physical requirements; lifting and pulling of patients, pushing stretchers, standing and walking for extended periods of time wearing a lead apron. Ability to demonstrate and perform strengthening and toning exercises. Ability to interact with patients with tact and confidentiality. Graduate of an accredited Nursing ( RN ) Program Must have basic computer skills and ability to access internet and other programs applicable to Waterbury Hospital procedures. Perform automated functions that fall within job responsibility. 
At Waterbury Hospital we offer our RN’s with scheduled hours: Employer paid pension plan Sign on bonuses for experienced RN’s Employee Referrals Opportunity for training in specialty areas Generous student loan forgiveness Education reimbursement Shift incentives Clinical Ladders Scope Of Position The Registered Nurse in Critical Care utilizes the nursing process, diagnoses to treat human responses to actual or potential problems and is accountable to the patient, family and peers for the totality of work performed in order that the organization can fulfill its primary mission of providing quality health care within the community. Population serviced includes adult, geriatric patients and upon occasion, adolescents. Reports to the Assistant Director. Responsibilities Develop and implement a plan of care and demonstrate leadership to ensure all patient/family needs are met. Monitor patients before, during and after surgery and /or procedures to provide safe, efficient care. Evaluate the plan of care and the patient's responses: reassess and revise the plan based upon changing needs and priorities. Demonstrate the skill and judgment necessary to implement Physician's orders, nursing interventions and procedures as necessary for the care of the patient. Maintain up to date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to insure the integration of information for use by the health care team and to insure the totality of quality care. Promote effective working relationships and work cooperatively as part of the department team to facilitate the department's ability to meet its goal and objectives. Contributes to Quality Improvement activities and participates in the departmental Quality Improvement Program. Responsible for own professional development to insure appropriate knowledge of advances in practice to provide state of the art treatment for patient population serviced. Perform other related duties as required. Requirements Licensed Registered Nurse in the State of Connecticut Medical/Surgical procedures experience required. Intravenous therapy experience preferred (included starting IV's) Good communication skills. Ability to work as a member of an interdisciplinary team Ability to work in a time oriented environment including exposure to all patient elements, i.e. blood borne pathogens, physical requirements; lifting and pulling of patients, pushing stretchers, standing and walking for extended periods of time wearing a lead apron. Ability to demonstrate and perform strengthening and toning exercises. Ability to interact with patients with tact and confidentiality. Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program Must have basic computer skills and ability to access internet and other programs applicable to Waterbury Hospital procedures. Perform automated functions that fall within job responsibility. 
At Waterbury Hospital we offer our RN’s with scheduled hours: Employer paid pension plan Sign on bonuses for experienced RN’s Employee Referrals Opportunity for training in specialty areas Generous student loan forgiveness Education reimbursement Shift incentives Clinical Ladders Scope Of Position The Registered Nurse in Telemetry utilizes the nursing process, diagnoses to treat human responses to actual or potential problems and is accountable to the patient, family and peers for the totality of work performed in order that the organization can fulfill its primary mission of providing quality health care within the community. Population serviced includes adult, geriatric patients and upon occasion, adolescents. Reports to the Assistant Director. Responsibilities Develop and implement a plan of care and demonstrate leadership to ensure all patient/family needs are met. Monitor patients before, during and after surgery and /or procedures to provide safe, efficient care. Evaluate the plan of care and the patient's responses: reassess and revise the plan based upon changing needs and priorities. Demonstrate the skill and judgment necessary to implement Physician's orders, nursing interventions and procedures as necessary for the care of the patient. Maintain up to date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to insure the integration of information for use by the health care team and to insure the totality of quality care. Promote effective working relationships and work cooperatively as part of the department team to facilitate the department's ability to meet its goal and objectives. Contributes to Quality Improvement activities and participates in the departmental Quality Improvement Program. Responsible for own professional development to insure appropriate knowledge of advances in practice to provide state of the art treatment for patient population serviced. Perform other related duties as required. Requirements Licensed Registered Nurse in the State of Connecticut Medical/Surgical procedures experience required. Intravenous therapy experience preferred (included starting IV's) Good communication skills. Ability to work as a member of an interdisciplinary team Ability to work in a time oriented environment including exposure to all patient elements, i.e. blood borne pathogens, physical requirements; lifting and pulling of patients, pushing stretchers, standing and walking for extended periods of time wearing a lead apron. Ability to demonstrate and perform strengthening and toning exercises. Ability to interact with patients with tact and confidentiality. Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program Must have basic computer skills and ability to access internet and other programs applicable to Waterbury Hospital procedures. Perform automated functions that fall within job responsibility. 
At Waterbury Hospital we offer our RN’s with scheduled hours: Employer paid pension plan Employee Referrals Opportunity for training in specialty areas Generous student loan forgiveness Education reimbursement Shift incentives Clinical Ladders Scope Of Position The Registered Nurse in the Med./Surg. unit utilizes the nursing process, diagnoses to treat human responses to actual or potential problems and is accountable to the patient, family and peers for the totality of work performed in order that the organization can fulfill its primary mission of providing quality health care within the community. Population serviced includes adult, geriatric patients and upon occasion, adolescents. Reports to the Assistant Director. Responsibilities Develop and implement a plan of care and demonstrate leadership to ensure all patient/family needs are met. Monitor patients before, during and after surgery and /or procedures to provide safe, efficient care. Evaluate the plan of care and the patient's responses: reassess and revise the plan based upon changing needs and priorities. Demonstrate the skill and judgment necessary to implement Physician's orders, nursing interventions and procedures as necessary for the care of the patient. Maintain up to date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to insure the integration of information for use by the health care team and to insure the totality of quality care. Promote effective working relationships and work cooperatively as part of the department team to facilitate the department's ability to meet its goal and objectives. Contributes to Quality Improvement activities and participates in the departmental Quality Improvement Program. Responsible for own professional development to insure appropriate knowledge of advances in practice to provide state of the art treatment for patient population serviced. Perform other related duties as required. Requirements Licensed Registered Nurse in the State of Connecticut Medical/Surgical experience preferred. Intravenous therapy experience preferred (included starting IV's) Good communication skills. Ability to work as a member of an interdisciplinary team Ability to work in a time oriented environment including exposure to all patient elements, i.e. blood borne pathogens, physical requirements; lifting and pulling of patients, pushing stretchers, standing and walking for extended periods of time wearing a lead apron. Ability to demonstrate and perform strengthening and toning exercises. Ability to interact with patients with tact and confidentiality. Graduate of an accredited Nursing ( RN ) Program Must have basic computer skills and ability to access internet and other programs applicable to Waterbury Hospital procedures. Perform automated functions that fall within job responsibility. 
Scope Of Position The practice of nursing by a Licensed Practical Nurse is defined as the performing of selected tasks and sharing of responsibility under the direction of a Registered Nurse. Responsibilities Under the direction of an RN, perform selected tasks and activities to obtain and report information to assist the RN in the assessment, planning and evaluation of patient needs. Contributes to the nursing assessment by: Collecting, reporting, and recording objective and subjective data in an accurate and timely manner. This includes: Observation about condition or change in patient status Signs and symptoms that deviate from normal health status Participate in the development of the patients care plan. Participate in delegating and giving direct care based on priority of needs and established goals. Providing an environment conductive to safety and health. Documents nursing interventions and responses to care. Communicating nursing interventions and responses to care to appropriate members of the healthcare team. Under the direction of the RN, perform patient related activities, medication administration, diagnostic testing, therapeutic treatments, which contribute to safe and efficient delivery of patient care. Supports and participates in quality initiatives. Maintains accountability for professional competency. Demonstrates knowledge and critical thinking to promote optimal patient care. Performs related duties as assigned. Requirements State of CT LPN License Good oral and written communication and interpersonal skills. CPR certified. CPI certified. Ability to read and write English with a command of verbal English. Ability to work well and collaboratively with other members of the health care team Ability to maintain patient confidentiality. Must have basic computer skills and ability to access internet and other programs applicable to Waterbury Hospital procedures. Perform automated functions that fall within job responsibility. Ability to work in a time-oriented environment including exposure to all patient elements i.e., blood borne pathogens, physical requirements include lifting and pulling of patients, pushing of stretchers, standing, and walking. May be exposed to environmental hazards such as anesthetic gases or elements. Ability to meet the care needs of the patient populations served. 
At Waterbury Hospital we offer our RN’s with scheduled hours: Employer paid pension plan Employee Referrals Opportunity for training in specialty areas Generous student loan forgiveness Education reimbursement Shift incentives Clinical Ladders Scope Of Position The Registered Nurse utilizes the nursing process, diagnoses to treat human responses to actual or potential problems and is accountable to the patient, family and peers for the totality of work performed in order that the organization can fulfill its primary mission of providing quality health care within the community. Population serviced includes adult, geriatric patients and upon occasion, adolescents. Reports to the Assistant Director. Responsibilities Develop and implement a plan of care and demonstrate leadership to ensure all patient/family needs are met. Monitor patients before, during and after procedures to provide safe, efficient procedures. Evaluate the plan of care and the patient's responses: reassess and revise the plan based upon changing needs and priorities. Set up and use all equipment needed to do procedures. Act as resource for all procedures in the unit and on call. Demonstrate the skill and judgment necessary to implement Physician's orders, nursing interventions and procedures as necessary for the care of the patient. Maintain up to date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to insure the integration of information for use by the health care team and to insure the totality of quality care. Promote effective working relationships and work cooperatively as part of the department team to facilitate the department's ability to meet its goal and objectives. Contributes to Quality Improvement activities and participates in the departmental Quality Improvement Program. Responsible for own professional development to insure appropriate knowledge of advances in practice to provide state of the art treatment for patient population serviced. Perform other related duties as required. Requirements Licensed Registered Nurse in the State of Connecticut ACLS certification required Intravenous therapy experience required (included starting IV's) Good communication skills. Ability to work as a member of an interdisciplinary team Ability to work in a time oriented environment including exposure to all patient elements, i.e. blood borne pathogens, physical requirements; lifting and pulling of patients, pushing stretchers, standing and walking for extended periods of time wearing a lead apron. Ability to demonstrate and perform strengthening and toning exercises. Ability to interact with patients with tact and confidentiality. Utilize basic computer skills in order to access and use Healthstream to complete mandatory training; to access e-mail notices; and to access and use the Hospital Intranet. Perform automated functions that fall within job responsibility. 
At Waterbury Hospital we offer our RN’s with scheduled hours: Employer paid pension plans Employee Referrals Opportunity for training in specialty areas Generous student loan forgiveness Education reimbursement Shift incentives Clinical Ladders Scope Of Position The Registered Nurse in Telemetry utilizes the nursing process, diagnoses to treat human responses to actual or potential problems and is accountable to the patient, family and peers for the totality of work performed in order that the organization can fulfill its primary mission of providing quality health care within the community. Population serviced includes adult, geriatric patients and upon occasion, adolescents. Reports to the Assistant Director. Responsibilities Develop and implement a plan of care and demonstrate leadership to ensure all patient/family needs are met. Monitor patients before, during and after surgery and /or procedures to provide safe, efficient care. Evaluate the plan of care and the patient's responses: reassess and revise the plan based upon changing needs and priorities. Demonstrate the skill and judgment necessary to implement Physician's orders, nursing interventions and procedures as necessary for the care of the patient. Maintain up to date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to insure the integration of information for use by the health care team and to insure the totality of quality care. Promote effective working relationships and work cooperatively as part of the department team to facilitate the department's ability to meet its goal and objectives. Contributes to Quality Improvement activities and participates in the departmental Quality Improvement Program. Responsible for own professional development to insure appropriate knowledge of advances in practice to provide state of the art treatment for patient population serviced. Perform other related duties as required. Requirements Licensed Registered Nurse in the State of Connecticut Medical/Surgical procedures experience required. Intravenous therapy experience preferred (included starting IV's) Good communication skills. Ability to work as a member of an interdisciplinary team Ability to work in a time oriented environment including exposure to all patient elements, i.e. blood borne pathogens, physical requirements; lifting and pulling of patients, pushing stretchers, standing and walking for extended periods of time wearing a lead apron. Ability to demonstrate and perform strengthening and toning exercises. Ability to interact with patients with tact and confidentiality. Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program Must have basic computer skills and ability to access internet and other programs applicable to Waterbury Hospital procedures. Perform automated functions that fall within job responsibility. 
At Waterbury Hospital we offer our RN’s with scheduled hours: Employer paid pension plan Employee Referrals Opportunity for training in specialty areas Generous student loan forgiveness Education reimbursement Shift incentives Clinical Ladders Scope Of Position The Registered Nurse in the Med./Surg. unit utilizes the nursing process, diagnoses to treat human responses to actual or potential problems and is accountable to the patient, family and peers for the totality of work performed in order that the organization can fulfill its primary mission of providing quality health care within the community. Population serviced includes adult, geriatric patients and upon occasion, adolescents. Reports to the Assistant Director. Responsibilities Develop and implement a plan of care and demonstrate leadership to ensure all patient/family needs are met. Monitor patients before, during and after surgery and /or procedures to provide safe, efficient care. Evaluate the plan of care and the patient's responses: reassess and revise the plan based upon changing needs and priorities. Demonstrate the skill and judgment necessary to implement Physician's orders, nursing interventions and procedures as necessary for the care of the patient. Maintain up to date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to insure the integration of information for use by the health care team and to insure the totality of quality care. Promote effective working relationships and work cooperatively as part of the department team to facilitate the department's ability to meet its goal and objectives. Contributes to Quality Improvement activities and participates in the departmental Quality Improvement Program. Responsible for own professional development to insure appropriate knowledge of advances in practice to provide state of the art treatment for patient population serviced. Perform other related duties as required. Requirements Licensed Registered Nurse in the State of Connecticut Medical/Surgical experience preferred. Intravenous therapy experience preferred (included starting IV's) Good communication skills. Ability to work as a member of an interdisciplinary team Ability to work in a time oriented environment including exposure to all patient elements, i.e. blood borne pathogens, physical requirements; lifting and pulling of patients, pushing stretchers, standing and walking for extended periods of time wearing a lead apron. Ability to demonstrate and perform strengthening and toning exercises. Ability to interact with patients with tact and confidentiality. Graduate of an accredited Nursing ( RN ) Program Must have basic computer skills and ability to access internet and other programs applicable to Waterbury Hospital procedures. Perform automated functions that fall within job responsibility. 
At Waterbury Hospital we offer our RN’s with scheduled hours: Employer paid pension plan Employee Referrals Opportunity for training in specialty areas Generous student loan forgiveness Education reimbursement Shift incentives Clinical Ladders Scope Of Position The Registered Nurse in the ED utilizes the nursing process, diagnoses to treat human responses to actual or potential problems and is accountable to the patient, family and peers for the totality of work performed in order that the organization can fulfill its primary mission of providing quality health care within the community. Population serviced includes adult, geriatric patients and upon occasion, adolescents. Position is supervised by the Manager, Clinical Operations who reports up through Assistant Director and director Emergency Services. Responsibilities Develop and implement a plan of care and demonstrate leadership to ensure all patient/family needs are met. Monitor patients before, during and after admission and/or procedures. Evaluate the plan of care and the patient's responses: reassess and revise the plan based upon changing needs and priorities. Set up and use all equipment needed for treatments. Act as resource for aides and students for all procedures in the ED and on call. Demonstrate the skill and judgment necessary to implement Physician's orders, nursing interventions and procedures as necessary for the care of the patient. Maintain up to date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to insure the integration of information for use by the health care team and to insure the totality of quality care. Promote effective working relationships and work cooperatively as part of the department team to facilitate the department's ability to meet its goal and objectives. Contributes to Quality Improvement activities and participates in the departmental Quality Improvement Program. Responsible for own professional development to insure appropriate knowledge of advances in practice to provide state of the art treatment for patient population serviced. Perform other related duties as required. Requirements Licensed Registered Nurse in the State of Connecticut BCLS required; ACLS/TNCC, ENPC or PALS preferred. Good communication skills. Ability to work as a member of an interdisciplinary team Ability to work in a time oriented environment including exposure to all patient elements, i.e. blood borne pathogens, physical requirements; lifting and pulling of patients, pushing stretchers, standing and walking for extended periods of time wearing a lead apron. Ability to adapt to a high stress chaotic work environment. Ability to task and time manage. Ability to utilize critical thinking skills. Ability to interact with patients with tact and confidentiality. Must have basic computer skills and ability to access internet and other programs applicable to Waterbury Hospital procedures. Perform automated functions that fall within job responsibility. 
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. 
VNA HEALTH AT HOME JOB SUMMARY: Home Health Aide Job Description Assists, including bathing, oral hygiene, dressing, transfer activities, ambulation, toileting, and feeding as assigned Performs light household services essential to patient care at home when part of care plan Reports to RN Case Manager or Registered Nurse (RN) designee any recognized changes in patient's condition Adheres to agency policies and state regulations with respect to Home Health Aide services and responsibilities. Provides a positive care experience for patients assigned Performs all other duties that Management determines necessary Reports to Supervisor of Home Health Aides QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum Education/Experience Successful completion of a state approved HHA, CNA or Nursing Assistant Program; or a student nurse with 75 hours of theoretical and clinical instruction. Any person employed as a homemaker-home health aide prior to January 1, 1993, deemed to have completed a training and competency evaluation program pursuant to subdivision 19-13-D69 (d) (2) of the regulations of Connecticut State Agencies. Other Qualifications Must possess a valid driver's license and personal vehicle Physical, mental and sensory abilities sufficient to meet performance criteria with or without assistive devices PERFORMANCE CRITERIA: The Home Health Aide shall possess the following skills and attributes and be responsible for the following duties: Successfully completes competency evaluation in accordance with the State of Connecticut and Federal regulations on hire and annually. 2 Demonstrates safety and competence in meeting personal care needs of the patients assigned, in accordance with tasks assigned, performs household duties as directed and strives to maximize patient's safety in their environment. Demonstrates sound judgment in recognizing and communicating changes in the patient's condition, including skin changes, to the RN Case Manager/designee or therapist and or patient/family concerns. Adheres to agency policies and state regulations with respect to Home Health Aide services and responsibilities. Accurately follows the patient's established Care Plan and assigned tasks developed by the registered nurse. Documents care provided utilizing an agency provided mobile device. Attends 12 hours of inservice annually. Identifies areas for improvement within Agency processes as well as personal/para-professional learning needs. Regularly attends inservices or outside seminars to enhance practice and knowledge. Active participant when attending inservices or team conferences. Provides a positive care experience for patients assigned. Accepts and respects the patient and their family/caregiver's individuality, customs and lifestyles. Values every patient by actively listening and remaining focused on their needs. Accountability/Responsibility Can be relied upon to meet requirements of job description, with a minimum of supervision Communicates schedule changes to manager or appropriate person and need for assistance Is prompt and attends meetings and programs as expected Organization/Productivity Demonstrates an ability to perform job responsibilities in an organized, efficient manner Prioritizes needs and meets productivity standards for the department Adaptability Demonstrates an ability to understand and carry out instructions Adapts to changing conditions during the work day and in the industry Remains focused and responds appropriately when under pressure Documentation Ability to complete and submit job related/required reports in an accurate, clear, concise and timely manner, assuring that content meets any federal, state, local and Agency requirements Professional Integrity Demonstrates integrity and sound decision making in all issues related to job Adheres to standard of confidentiality, discussing patient and Agency information only with appropriate personnel in the proper setting Promotes a positive image of the Agency at all times Attendance Demonstrates faithfulness in coming to work in accordance with assigned work schedule Adheres to the Agency's Attendance Policy Teamwork/Commitment Functions with an understanding of individual performance and its impact on co-workers Works cooperatively and assists department and Agency co-workers as needed Volunteers for projects/committees to achieve department and/or Agency goals Interpersonal Skills/Communication Demonstrates an ability to effectively express self, orally or written Shows respect and courtesy in interactions Seeks clarification from appropriate source if communication is not clearly understood Displays positive attitude and is resolution oriented Ambition/Motivation Demonstrates ability to take initiative and to follow through on responsibilities and projects Presents ideas effectively and encourages participation by others Creativity Demonstrates innovative ideas and suggests positive approaches to problem solving Recommends plan for implementation Personal Appearance Personal appearance is neat, clean and professionally appropriate Adheres to Human Resources Dress and Footwear Policy STATUS: Non-Exempt LEVEL OF EXPOSURE CATEGORY I 1.0 Introduction This assessment documents the physical demands and essential job functions of the Home Health Aide position. 2.0 Physical Job Description Home Health Aides occasionally push and pull patients (beds, chairs) and medical equipment that requires between 5 lbs to 50 lbs of force. Moving or assisting with transferring of patients may involve lifting of up to 50 lbs., individually, or 100+ lbs. as part of a team-lift, although clients must be weight-bearing or bed-bound as determined by the nurse. The patient's Care Plan specifies a one-person, two-person or mechanical-assist lift. Home Health Aides are regularly required to stand and talk or hear, and frequently required to walk; they use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and they reach forward with hands and arms. They are occasionally required to sit, stoop, kneel, or crouch. Home Health Aides must be able to drive a motor vehicle or take public transportation and would sit during such times. Home Health Aides must frequently lift and/or move items, materials and supplies up to 10 lbs. and occasionally lift or move items or materials up to 30 lbs. Standing and walking are constant during assisting. Home Health Aides are often seated when completing paperwork, for about 15 minutes at a time, sitting on average for a total of 1 hour over an 8-hour shift. The estimated overall strength requirement of the job of a Home Health Aide may be classified as "Medium." Medium work indicates that the job involves handling 20 to 50 lbs Occasionally (O) or handling 10 to 20 lbs Frequently (F). 3.0 Operational Overview The Home Health Aide is responsible for the following job tasks. Performing Personal Care Performing Homemaking Services (light housekeeping, tidy up and linens changing) Assisting with Therapeutic Exercise/ADL Programs and Ambulation Assisting the Patient in Maintaining a Safe, Clean Home Environment Documenting and Monitoring the Patient Care Process Communicating with the Care Team regarding the Client's Status/Changes Home Health Aides are responsible for performing personal care and homemaking services (light housekeeping, tidying up and linens-changing) under the direction of a Registered Nurse. They assist with therapeutic exercise/ADL programs under the direction of a licensed therapist. Home Health Aides Assist the patient in maintaining a safe, clean home environment through the accomplishments of specific tasks per the home health aide care plan. Home Health Aides function as a patient advocate, assist with care and maintenance of equipment and supplies, reporting any unsafe situations/products to their supervisor. They demonstrate proper use of Universal Precautions and infection control to patients and follow the care plan under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse and/or Licensed Therapist. Home Health Aides assist the patient in maintaining good personal hygiene by assisting with bath, oral hygiene and all tasks related to this goal. They perform light housekeeping duties necessary for a healthy and safe environment and plan/prepare nutritious meals according to the dietary regimen of the patient. Home Health Aides promote the patient's mental alertness through conversation, reading, games and other activities. They also assist patients with medication reminders, patient transfers/ambulation, and therapeutic exercises. Home Health Aides encourage the patient in becoming as independent as possible within his/her limitations. 3.1 Work Hours/Shifts: Shift duration is 8 hours. 3.2 Working Environment: Work settings are variable and may include nursing homes and neighborhoods. The majority of work is performed indoors, in the field; outdoor environment is limited to walking between worker's car and patient's residence. Home Health Aides work in all weather conditions. The flooring is variable and could present uncontrolled slip/trip hazards. 3.3 Tools, Equipment, Work Aids: Tools include personal care and hygiene items/supplies such as those needed for client bathing, shower, shaving, nail care, linen changing, bed making and personal attention. Home Health Aides will carry equipment including gloves, shoe covers, masks, hand sanitizer, hand cleaner, disinfectant sprays, shampoo, razors, shaving cream, alcohol pads, thermometer, stethoscope, gloves, liquid soap, etc. PPE includes Eye protection, Face protection, Mask and Medical gloves (non-sterile and sterile). 4.0 Physical Demands Analysis The following tables detail the individual physical demands using the following six categories: Mobility, Strength, Upper Extremity Postural Activity, Sensory/Perceptual, Work Environment, and Conditions of Work. Key1: Exposure Time & Strength Rating Rating of Exposure Time Definition (Hrs of time) Not Observed (N/O) Not Observed Infrequent (I) < 1 Hr Occasional (O) 1 – 3 Hrs Frequent (F) 3 – 6 Hrs Constant (C) 6 – 8 Hrs Strength Rating DOT Definitions Sedentary 0 to 10 lbs performed Occasionally (O) Very Light 0 to 20 lbs performed Infrequently (I) Light 0 to 20 lbs performed Frequently (F) or Significant Walking or Standing Medium 20 to 50 lbs performed Occasionally (O) Or 10 to 20 lbs performed Frequently (F) or 10 lbs performed Constantly (C) Heavy 50 to 100 lbs performed Occasionally (O) or 25 to 50 lbs performed Frequently (F) or 10 to 20 lbs performed Constantly (C) Based in part on US Department of Labor's Dictionary of Occupational Titles (DOT), Physical Demands Strength Rating, 1991 Key2 : Essential Function Tasks Task # Task Description 1 Occasionally pushing/pulling bed or chair, with and without a patient; force will vary from 5 lbs to 50 lbs; infrequent, slight but repetitive pushing during CPR is possible, duration can be from a few minutes to several hours. 2 Frequently lifting/carrying items ranging from 2 lbs to 10 lbs and above; occasionally lifting, as part of a team, an adult patient resulting in the exertion of up to 50 lbs. Infrequent exertions over 100 lbs 3 Reaching frequently to review monitoring equipment, assist with oxygen or other nursing equipment, and to access supplies. 4 Frequently bending, stooping, crouching and kneeling to perform patient care or light housekeeping. 5 Visually identifying labels, charts, supplies, displays, and controls to properly care for patients, take vital signs and complete paperwork. 6 Standing and brisk walking to assess and care for patients, including during urgent situations. 7 Sitting while driving to and from client home or while in public transportation seating, climbing in/out of private and public transportation. Table 1: Mobility Activity Duration Essential Function Task Example Sitting O 3,5,7 Standing C 1,2,3,4,5,6,7 Patient interactions Walking C 1,2,3,4,5,6,7 Running I 6 Emergent activities Climbing N/O 1,3,7 Stairs at homes, on buses Bending/Stooping F 3,4,7 Emptying catheter/Foley, putting on client shoes, picking up items off the floor Crouching O 3,4,7 Getting patient onto bedside commode Kneeling O 3,4 Crawling N/O Table 1: Mobility (continued) Activity Duration Essential Function Task Example Twisting F 1,2,3,5,6,7 Performing bedside tasks, Giving bath, using toiletries, adding items to soil bin Balancing O 1,2,3,4,5,6,7 Table 2: Strength Activity Duration Essential Function Task Example 
At Waterbury Hospital we offer our RN’s with scheduled hours: Employer paid pension plan Employee Referrals Opportunity for training in specialty areas Generous student loan forgiveness Education reimbursement Shift incentives Clinical Ladders Scope Of Position The Registered Nurse in the ED utilizes the nursing process, diagnoses to treat human responses to actual or potential problems and is accountable to the patient, family and peers for the totality of work performed in order that the organization can fulfill its primary mission of providing quality health care within the community. Population serviced includes adult, geriatric patients and upon occasion, adolescents. Position is supervised by the Manager, Clinical Operations who reports up through Assistant Director and director Emergency Services. Responsibilities Develop and implement a plan of care and demonstrate leadership to ensure all patient/family needs are met. Monitor patients before, during and after admission and/or procedures. Evaluate the plan of care and the patient's responses: reassess and revise the plan based upon changing needs and priorities. Set up and use all equipment needed for treatments. Act as resource for aides and students for all procedures in the ED and on call. Demonstrate the skill and judgment necessary to implement Physician's orders, nursing interventions and procedures as necessary for the care of the patient. Maintain up to date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to insure the integration of information for use by the health care team and to insure the totality of quality care. Promote effective working relationships and work cooperatively as part of the department team to facilitate the department's ability to meet its goal and objectives. Contributes to Quality Improvement activities and participates in the departmental Quality Improvement Program. Responsible for own professional development to insure appropriate knowledge of advances in practice to provide state of the art treatment for patient population serviced. Perform other related duties as required. Requirements Licensed Registered Nurse in the State of Connecticut BCLS required; ACLS/TNCC, ENPC or PALS preferred. Good communication skills. Ability to work as a member of an interdisciplinary team Ability to work in a time oriented environment including exposure to all patient elements, i.e. blood borne pathogens, physical requirements; lifting and pulling of patients, pushing stretchers, standing and walking for extended periods of time wearing a lead apron. Ability to adapt to a high stress chaotic work environment. Ability to task and time manage. Ability to utilize critical thinking skills. Ability to interact with patients with tact and confidentiality. Must have basic computer skills and ability to access internet and other programs applicable to Waterbury Hospital procedures. Perform automated functions that fall within job responsibility. 
Extraordinary Careers. Endless Possibilities. With the nation’s largest home infusion provider, there is no limit to the growth of your career. Option Care Health, Inc. is the largest independent home and alternate site infusion services provider in the United States. With over 8,000 team members including 5,000 clinicians, we work compassionately to elevate standards of care for patients with acute and chronic conditions in all 50 states. Through our clinical leadership, expertise and national scale, Option Care Health is re-imagining the infusion care experience for patients, customers and team members. Join a company that is taking action to develop an inclusive, respectful, engaging and rewarding culture for all team members. At Option Care Health your voice is heard, your work is valued, and you’re empowered to grow. Cultivating a team with a variety of talents, backgrounds and perspectives makes us stronger, innovative, and more impactful. Our organization requires extraordinary people to provide extraordinary care, so we are investing in a culture that attracts, hires and retains the best and brightest talent in healthcare. Job Description Summary: An Infusion Nurse II is a licensed registered nurse who coordinates and provides intermediate direct patient care to patients in the home, or in an alternate infusion suite, to ensure patient safety with continuity and compliance under a physician’s plan of care. Works under structured supervision of the designated supervisor. Job Description: Job Responsibilities (listed in order of importance and/or time spent) Initiates, develops, and implements intermediate nursing plan of care treatments, evaluating patient progress towards goals. Organizes and participates in the provision of direct patient care, performs treatments, administers medications, and educates patients and families/caregivers. Modifies plan of treatment in response to changing patient status or physician orders to achieve established or revised patient care goals. Assesses patient needs and physical status at each skilled visit through health data access and patient interview. Re-evaluates patient needs through physical reassessment, response to therapy, and supplemental physician orders. Obtains and clarifies physician orders for plan of treatment revisions, informs physician promptly of significant changes in patient's condition, and provides written summary to physician within supplemental order. Provides training and mentorship to Infusion Nurse I’s as needed to ensure patient safety and compliance. Provides effective and safe teaching using patient-centered care approach for patient and family to achieve independence with prescribed therapy and care needs through active participation per plan of treatment goals. Effectively and timely communicates with Option Care’s Clinical team, medical providers, patients, and families/caregivers to facilitate continuity of care. Prepares clinical documentation in real-time during visits and submits to the nursing department to comply with established timelines for billing optimization. Completes all documentation legibly and applies approved abbreviations and documentation error correction practices per Option Care’s policy. Coordinates discharge planning and prepares discharge summaries with patient instructions and thoroughly reports patient care needs, progress and goals when transferring care. Demonstrates compliance with agency operations, Option Care’s policies and procedures, professional standards, local, state, federal regulations/guidelines, and accreditation standards. Maximizes work efficiency through the use of computers and other automation technologies to validate plan of treatment orders, communicates patient care provided, and follows assigned visit schedule. Responds promptly and appropriately to patient requests. Initiates emergency procedures as necessary. Accepts accountability for own practice through ethical and professional conduct. Follows established programs and practice within policies and procedures reflective of Option Care’s mission, values, and objectives. Observes legal and ethical guidelines for safeguarding the confidentiality of patient and proprietary Option Care information including adherence to HIPAA regulations. Speaks knowledgeably about Option Care’s scope of services and effectively instructs patients about related financial obligations for care and service charges. Attends and completes required training modules, in-services, and continuing education to maintain competency and professional licensure for demonstrated knowledge regarding the care and management of patients in the home and/or alternate care settings. Effectively provides oversight and coordination of paraprofessionals in the home setting and may act as the Supervisor in the absence of the Supervisor or Nurse Manager as applicable in accordance with state and federal regulations. Participates in multidisciplinary team conferences and provides precepting, training, and mentoring to other nurses for orientation, and onboarding and supervisory activities as assigned. Participates in nursing department on-call responsibilities. Performs other related duties as directed by supervisor. If applicable: Inserts PICC/Midlines per physician order. Troubleshoots/declots obstructed central line catheters. Monitors PICC/Midline and educates on prevention of line infection and routine care. Supervisory Responsibilities Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? (i.e. hiring, recommending/approving promotions and pay increases, scheduling, performance reviews, discipline, etc.) No - X Yes Basic Education and/or Experience Active and unrestricted RN license in the state of practice. Minimum of 1 years of nursing experience. Current CPR certification required. Basic Qualifications Demonstrated competency in patient care standards required for safe delivery of services and infusion skill sets applicable to agency programs and service needs. Advanced certification and training as applicable. Required licensure to operate a motor vehicle in the state of practice with access to a vehicle for business travel with proof of liability insurance. Basic knowledge of computer operating systems and software applications with the abilityn self-evaluation for annual appraisal and jointly sets professional growth goals with nurse manager. to apply knowledge in the effective use of nursing technology tools to communicate and document care provided. Physical Demand Requirements Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with a maximum lifting of 75 pounds. Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, or up to 10 pounds of force frequently. Physical demands may involve walking, standing, crouching, kneeling, turning, pivoting, balancing, stooping, reaching overhead, grasping, pushing, pulling, lifting and carrying. Fine motor skills and visual acuity required by this job include ability to see up close and from a distance, color and peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. Team members in this job classification have the likelihood of occupational exposure to blood, body fluids and other potentially infectious materials. Possible exposure to hazardous substances with possible effect on reproduction, injury from needles, other sharps, fumes, chemicals, humidity, cold, heat, adverse weather elements, animals, secondhand smoke/vape and unpredictable home environments. Safety requirements include closed toe-shoes, facemask, goggles, gown and/or gloves and functioning device for communication in both routine and emergency situations. Travel Requirements: (if required) Willing to travel up to 100 % of the time for business purposes. Preferred Qualifications & Interests (PQIs) Bachelor of Science in Nursing as granted by an accredited school of nursing preferred. 1-2 years of previous infusion nursing experience preferred. Due to state pay transparency laws, the full range for the position is below: Salary to be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. Pay Range is $44.67-$74.44 Benefits: -401k Retirement Savings With Company Match -Paid Time off -Flexible Spending Accounts -Mental Health Services -Award/Recognition Programs -myFlexPay Option Care Health subscribes to a policy of equal employment opportunity, making employment available without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status according to the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information.