Nursing Jobs in Westport, CT
$90,000 - $120,000 / year
The RN would be on call from Friday at 4:30 pm until Monday at 8:00 am (eastern). The RN would be responsible to cover any as-needed visits that arise, as well as scheduled weekend visits including admission visits. Compensation will include an on-call stipend PLUS pay per visit for each visit completed. The Nurse will be responsible for assessing patient health problems and needs, developing and implementing nursing care plans, and maintaining medical records. May advise patients on health maintenance and disease prevention or provide case management. Licensing or registration required. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following: On call from Friday at 4:30 pm until Monday at 8:00 am (Eastern) Must cover any as-needed visits that arise, as well as schedule weekend visits, including admission visits Provide skilled nursing treatments as ordered by the client’s doctor Complete evaluation tasks, including vital signs and medication reviews Coordinate with physicians, therapists, and other individuals in the client’s care plan Assess and chart observations of the client’s condition at each visit Maintain complete and accurate documentation of nursing care Work collaboratively with all members of the healthcare team Provide education to clients and families on proper home health care procedures and strategies Record patients' medical information and vital signs Monitor, record, and report symptoms or changes in patient's conditions Administer local, inhalation, intravenous, or another anesthetic Prepare patients for and assist with examinations or treatments Modify patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition Monitor all aspects of patient care, including diet and physical activity Engage in research activities and participation in formal educational training activities related to nursing Perform other duties as assigned MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES) Must be available on weekends from Friday 4:30 pm until Monday 8:00 am (Eastern) Associates degree required; Graduate of an accredited state-approved, Bachelor’s Degree from a school of nursing preferred Current and valid Connecticut Registered Nurse License Prior nursing experience, specifically in home health (preferred) Current CPR certification (required) Driver’s License Car Insurance Car Registration Strong interpersonal skills that build personal rapport and establish trust with the client Computer literate Strong organizational skills Excellent written and communication skills Ability to meet physical demands of the job (ex: lifting 50 pounds for transfers) Home health care experience Bilingual (Spanish) preferred PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this position successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, and handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate. 
$124,799.88 - $161,565.28 / year
Description A nurse practitioner is certified under section 6910 of the New York State Education Law and licensed as a registered nurse. A nurse practitioner provides acute/primary health care in accordance with written policies approved by nursing and medical administration. Responsibilities 1. Develops and implements a collaborative practice agreement in the specific clinical area and performs a periodic review of the collaborative agreement. 2. Assesses the health status of patients/families by means of comprehensive health history and physical examination. 3. Initiates selected therapeutic and diagnostic procedures, consultations and laboratory examination, prescribes and alters medication regimens, interprets findings and alters plan of care according to collaborative practice agreement and protocols in designated area. 4. Provides teaching and counseling in the areas of health promotion, maintenance, disease prevention, and management of acute/chronic illnesses. 5. Documents findings and plan of care in the patient's medical record. 6. Consults with physician as established in the collaborative practice agreement. 7. Initiates referrals to specialty services and fosters continuity of care. 8. Participates in team meetings and conferences to enhance an interdisciplinary approach to acute/primary health care delivery. 9. Performs a patient record review with the collaborating physician in a timely fashion but not less than every three months Professional Development: 1. Supports the mission, vision, philosophy and goals of the Department of Nursing and the Medical Center. 2. Demonstrates accountability for own nursing practice. 3. Advocates for patients/families and supports patients' rights. 4. Considers ethical issues of professional nursing practice and adheres to the code of ethics. 5. Demonstrates a humanistic, kind, and caring attitude in the delivery of health care. 6. Serves as a resource person to nurses and other health team members. 7. Participates in peer review. 8. Incorporates research findings in clinical practice. 9. Participates in approved nursing and medical research studies. 10. Keeps knowledge current by self-directed learning, literature review and attendance at educational programs. 11. Participates in defining, maintaining, and interpreting standards of nursing practice. 12. Contributes to the maintenance of a positive image of advanced practice nursing in the medical center and in the local community by implementing programs which recognize nursing as a profession. 13. Participates in departmental and interdisciplinary committees which influence and/or determine policies affecting nursing practice and patient care delivery. 14. Seeks opportunities to enhance professional nursing practice and influences outcomes. 15. Treats co-workers, patients and families with dignity and respect. Qualifications Master's degree program designed to prepare a registered nurse to provide acute/primary health care services or the successful completion of an approved supplemental education program (i.e., post-Masters NP certificate.) Previous progressive experience relevant to the area of clinical practice. Professional certification by relevant professional organization preferred Licensure: New York State License with current registration as a registered nurse. State Certification: Certified by the New York State Department of Education as a Nurse Practitioner as follows: 1) Is a graduate of New York State registered Nurse Practitioner Program or equivalent OR is certified as a Nurse Practitioner by a national association via examination. 2) Has completed a pharmacy component of not less than the required semester hours or the equivalent AND has been instructed in New York State and federal Laws relating to prescriptions and recordkeeping (3-hour course). 3) Has a collaborative practice agreement with a physician and designated protocols, both filed with the New York State Department of Education. Name: Basic Cardiac Life Support Issuing Agency: National Board for Certification Employer Description Strength through Unity and Inclusion The Mount Sinai Health System is committed to fostering an environment where everyone can contribute to excellence. We share a common dedication to delivering outstanding patient care. When you join us, you become part of Mount Sinai’s unparalleled legacy of achievement, education, and innovation as we work together to transform healthcare. We encourage all team members to actively participate in creating a culture that ensures fair access to opportunities, promotes inclusive practices, and supports the success of every individual. At Mount Sinai, our leaders are committed to fostering a workplace where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We strive to create an environment where collaboration, fairness, and continuous learning drive positive change, improving the well-being of our staff, patients, and organization. Our leaders are expected to challenge outdated practices, promote a culture of respect, and work toward meaningful improvements that enhance patient care and workplace experiences. We are dedicated to building a supportive and welcoming environment where everyone has the opportunity to thrive and advance professionally. Explore this opportunity and be part of the next chapter in our history. About the Mount Sinai Health System: Mount Sinai Health System is one of the largest academic medical systems in the New York metro area, with more than 48,000 employees working across eight hospitals, more than 400 outpatient practices, more than 300 labs, a school of nursing, and a leading school of medicine and graduate education. Mount Sinai advances health for all people, everywhere, by taking on the most complex health care challenges of our time — discovering and applying new scientific learning and knowledge; developing safer, more effective treatments; educating the next generation of medical leaders and innovators; and supporting local communities by delivering high-quality care to all who need it. Through the integration of its hospitals, labs, and schools, Mount Sinai offers comprehensive health care solutions from birth through geriatrics, leveraging innovative approaches such as artificial intelligence and informatics while keeping patients’ medical and emotional needs at the center of all treatment. The Health System includes more than 9,000 primary and specialty care physicians; 13 joint-venture outpatient surgery centers throughout the five boroughs of New York City, Westchester, Long Island, and Florida; and more than 30 affiliated community health centers. We are consistently ranked by U.S. News & World Report's Best Hospitals, receiving high "Honor Roll" status, and are highly ranked: No. 1 in Geriatrics, top 5 in Cardiology/Heart Surgery, and top 20 in Diabetes/Endocrinology, Gastroenterology/GI Surgery, Neurology/Neurosurgery, Orthopedics, Pulmonology/Lung Surgery, Rehabilitation, and Urology. New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai is ranked No. 12 in Ophthalmology. U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Children’s Hospitals” ranks Mount Sinai Kravis Children's Hospital among the country’s best in several pediatric specialties. The Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai is ranked No. 11 nationwide in National Institutes of Health funding and in the 99th percentile in research dollars per investigator according to the Association of American Medical Colleges. Newsweek’s “The World’s Best Smart Hospitals” ranks The Mount Sinai Hospital as No. 1 in New York and in the top five globally, and Mount Sinai Morningside in the top 20 globally. Equal Opportunity Employer The Mount Sinai Health System is an equal opportunity employer, complying with all applicable federal civil rights laws. We do not discriminate, exclude, or treat individuals differently based on race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are deeply committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, students, trainees, patients, visitors, and the communities we serve feel respected and supported. Our goal is to create a healthcare and learning institution that actively works to remove barriers, address challenges, and promote fairness in all aspects of our organization. Compensation The Mount Sinai Health System (MSHS) provides salary ranges that comply with the New York City Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $124799.88 - $161565.28 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, education, and operational need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits. 
