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Job Description Discover Rewarding Work as a LIVE-IN HHA. Are you looking for a meaningful career, where you can make a difference in the lives of others—and yours as well? BAYADA seeks people who share our passion for caring and are committed to helping people live their best lives at home. As a member of our Assistive Care team, you will do truly meaningful work—and be valued, respected, and heard. While you support clients one-on-one with activities of daily living, we'll support you with training, flexibility, and a team dedicated to creating a great employee experience. We are currently recruiting for an HHA to reliably serve patients on a per-visit basis in the following counties: UNION, ESSEX, MIDDLESEX, and MORRIS. What you'll do: Following a written plan of care by a registered nurse, you'll provide personal care, household support, and companion care (homemaker) services to help adults stay safe and independent at home. As a BAYADA LIVE-IN HHA, you'll have the opportunity to develop close relationships with your clients while you help them with: • Activities of daily living: bathing, grooming, toileting, nail care, etc., • Household support: light housekeeping, laundry, bed making etc., • Meal preparation and feeding, • Range of motion/exercises, • Assisting with ambulation (Transfers/use of mechanical lifting devices), • Have at least one year of work experience., • Have completed a recognized HHA training course and be certified to work as a LIVE-IN HHA, • A passion for caregiving, providing private home care, and a desire to help others., • A commitment to being present and providing quality care., • Empathy, patience, kindness, and respect., • A passion for caregiving, providing private home care, and a desire to help others., • A commitment to being present and providing quality care., • Empathy, patience, kindness, and respect., • Ability to travel to clients' homes as assigned., • The commitment to deliver patient care as you would want those you love to be treated, with compassion, excellence, and reliability – The BAYADA Way. Why you'll love what you do at BAYADA As a mission-driven, not-for-profit organization, we are committed to providing patients with the highest-quality care, enabling them to live at home with comfort, independence, and dignity. And we are just as dedicated to your satisfaction and success. 89% of employees say they are proud to work for BAYADA! As a BAYADA HHA, you'll enjoy: • 24/7 clinical support, • Weekly pay ($188-$200/DAY), • Being part of a larger care team so you'll never feel alone, • Flexible schedules for work/life balance: full-time, part-time, per-diem, and on-call., • One-on-one patient care, • A stable work environment—we have been serving clients since 1975!, • PTO and benefits offerings as eligible, • Career advancement support including ongoing training and scholarships, • The highest safety standards As an accredited, regulated, certified, and licensed home health care provider, BAYADA complies with all state/local mandates. BAYADA is celebrating 50 years of compassion, excellence, and reliability. Learn more about our 50th anniversary celebration and how you can join in here. BAYADA Home Health Care, Inc., and its associated entities and joint venture partners, are Equal Opportunity Employers. All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, military status, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws. Hence, we strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other marginalized communities.

Overview Dialysis Clinic, Inc. is recruiting top talent interested in supporting our nonprofit mission to prioritize individualized care for patients facing chronic kidney disease. Our mission states “the care of the patient is our reason for existence,” and our dedicated team embodies our sole purpose during every patient interaction. We seek motivated, compassionate individuals to provide top-notch patient care and offer paid training, competitive pay, outstanding benefits, Sundays off, and a positive, mission-driven culture. Join DCI today to build relationships and gain fulfillment serving individuals in our comfortable clinical setting with a lower caregiver-to-patient ratio than other providers. The Dialysis Patient Care Technician (PCT)/ Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician (CCHT) provides care to patients with end-stage renal disease, supporting clinical staff throughout the dialysis treatment process to deliver prescribed treatments. Our PCTs are an integral part of the interdisciplinary team in ensuring safe care and the highest quality outcomes for every patient. CCHT with a minimum of 1 year of experience is required for this position. Schedule: Full-time, five 8-hour shifts starting at 4 am; Sundays off; no overnight shifts Compensation: Pay range from $20-$28 per hour, depending on healthcare experience Benefits: • Paid 12-week training with a preceptor, • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, • Life and long-term disability insurance are provided at no additional expense to the employee, • Paid time off (PTO), including holidays, • Extended Sick Bank (ESB) in addition to PTO – paid time for doctor appointments, sickness, or medical leave, • Retirement plans with $.50 of each contributed dollar matched for eligible employees, up to 8 percent, • Education reimbursement, • Employee assistance program, • Wellness program, • Among others Responsibilities What You Can Expect: • Actively participate in infection control, risk management, and patient education activities, • Guide new patients through a 120-day education plan, • Obtain and record patient vital signs and machine readings during treatment, • Role under RN supervision, • Set up and break down the dialysis blood system for treatment, • Insert and remove patient access needles, • Monitor patients during dialysis, document changes, and inform the charge nurse of any concerns, • Calculate the patient’s weight loss to reach dry weight, • Determine patient care priorities and organize workload accordingly, • Maintain professional working relationship, observing patient privacy and rights, • Maintain and track inventory, • Perform laboratory work

Overview A $10,000 sign on bonus is available for EXPERIENCED LPNs. Dialysis Clinic, Inc. is recruiting top talent interested in supporting our nonprofit mission to prioritize individualized care for patients facing chronic kidney disease. Our mission states “the care of the patient is our reason for existence,” and our dedicated team embodies our sole purpose during every patient interaction. We seek motivated, compassionate individuals to provide top-notch patient care and offer paid training, competitive pay, outstanding benefits, Sundays off and a positive, mission-driven culture. Join DCI today to build relationships and gain fulfillment serving individuals in our comfortable clinical setting with a lower caregiver-to-patient ratio than other providers. The Licensed Practical Nurse provides nursing care at a DCI in-center hemodialysis clinic as part of a patient care team. Schedule: Potential fulltime shifts vary from four 10-hour shifts or three 12-hour shifts starting at 4am and are set upon hiring; Sundays off; no overnight shifts Compensation: Pay range from $27-$36 per hour, depending on nursing and dialysis experience Benefits: • Paid 12-week training with preceptor, including job shadowing opportunities, • Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits, • Life and long-term disability insurance provided at no additional expense to employee, • Paid time off (PTO) including holidays, • Extended Sick Bank (ESB) in addition to PTO – paid time for doctor appointments, sickness or medical leave, • Retirement plans with $.50 of each contributed dollar matched for eligible employees, up to 8 percent, • Education reimbursement, • Employee assistance program, • Wellness program, • Among others Responsibilities What You Can Expect: • Role under direct RN supervision, • Provide nursing care throughout patient assessment, initiation and discontinuation of treatment; monitor during and assess following treatment; and obtain necessary lab work, • Assess and monitor patient’s access with intervention as appropriate, • Follow the clinic’s infection control policies and procedures, • Understand concepts of water treatment and effects on patient care, • Communicate effectively to keep charge nurse aware of patient condition changes, • Know and follow clinic risk management program, • Administer and educate patient regarding medications, within scope of practice, • Attend required training and staff meetings to maintain and expand skills

Overview To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day. To Provide Any And All Elements Of Care In The Assessment, Planning, Interventions, Evaluation Of The Perioperative Patient. The Perianesthesia Rn Will Demonstrate An Energetic, Enthusiastic Patient Centered Approach To Care That Reaches Beyond The Boundaries Of His/Her Primary Locus Of Care. The Perianesthesia Rn Will Assist In The Overall Functioning Of The Pacu/Asu By Performing Any And All Duties For Which He/She Is Competent. This Includes But Is Not Limited To The Responsibilities Of The Rn In The Practice Setting, As Well As Any Supportive Duties That May Be Necessary For Efficient, Effective, Productive Patient Care And Department Flow. EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Responsibilities - 1. Assesses The Patient's Physical And Psychosocial Condition On An Ongoing Basis Throughout The Continuum Of Care. - 2. Develops, Communicates And Documents A Plan Of Care Reflecting Individualized Patient Problems And Interventions To Achieve Desired Outcomes, Involving The Patient, Family And Healthcare Team In This Process. - 3. Implements And Coordinates This Plan Of Care In Collaboration With The Healthcare Team. - 4. Evaluates The Effectiveness Of The Plan Of Care, Patient?S Response To Care, And Readiness For Discharge. Revises The Plan Of Care As Needed. - 5. Plans For Education After Assessing The Individual Learning Needs And Readiness Of The Patient And Family. Documents Education Provided. Provides Postoperative Teaching To Patients And Families And Prepares Patients For Discharge - 6. Provides Preceptorship To New Staff - 7. Demonstrates Ability To Organize The Schedule As The Charge Nurse. - 8. Meets Performance Expectations For Customer Service, Teamwork, Resource Utilization, And Staff And Self Development As Outlines In Performance Review. - 9. Performs Other Duties As Assigned To Ensure Effective Operation Of The Unit. - 10. Responsible For Evaluating And Preparing Patients For Surgery - 11. Performs Pre And Post Operative Assessment Of Patients - 12. Cares For Immediate And Post Discharge Needs Of Patients During Acute And Non Acute Period Following Surgical Procedures - 13. Demonstrate Skill And Knowledge In The Provision Of Care To Patients Pre And Post Op. This Includes But Is Not Limited To Recognizing And Appropriately Intervening For: - 14. Pain Management - 15. Discharge Planning Needs - 16. Dysrythmias - 17. Inadequate Airway - 18. Pre-Op And Post Op Telephone Assessments Per Protocol. - 19. Provides Necessary Documentation. - 20. Demonstrates Compliance With Appropriate Nursing Standards In The Pre And Post-Op Setting And The Policies And Procedures Of The Ambulatory Surgical Center. - 21. Will Be Crossed Trained Into Other Rn Roles In The Pacu And Asu - 22. Demonstrates Competency In Moderate Sedation. - 23. Develops Skills In Marketing And Promotion And Represents The Lawrence & Memorial Hospital In The Perioperative Surgical Setting - 24. Meets Performance Expectations For Customer Service, Teamwork, Resource Utilization, And Staff And Self Development As Outlined In Performance Review. - 25. Performs Other Duties As Assigned Or Directed To Ensure Smooth Operation Of The Department/Unit. Qualifications EDUCATION Graduate Of An Accredited School Of Nursing; Bsn Preferred. Proficient In Use Of Computer Software To Include Electronic Patient Records. Must Have Ability To Use Internet For Literature Searches Regarding Care For Patients. EXPERIENCE Two Years Experience In A Critical Care Setting Preferred. Ambulatory Surgery And Pacu Facility Experience Preferred. LICENSURE Valid State Of Connecticut Registered Nurse License SPECIAL SKILLS Certification In Specialty Preferred (Capa, Cpan) Acls, Bls And Pals Required. YNHHS Requisition ID

Overview To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day. Assists With Care Of The Patient Throughout The Perioperative Experience. Performs Scrub And Related Duties With A Registered Nurse. Is Responsible For The Immediate Sterile Field And Instrumentation. Assists With Preparation, Maintenance And Cleanup Of Supplies And Equipment. Responsible For Sterilization Of Equipment And Instruments When Necessary. Prepares Operating Room For Surgical Procedures. Provides Assistance To Nursing And Anesthesia Staff. Assists With Inventory Management As Well As Equipment Maintenance. Provides Any Supportive Duties That May Be Necessary For The Efficient, Effective, Productive Provision Of Patient Care And Department Flow. EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Responsibilities - 1. Implements Actions To Maintain A Safe Environment For The Patient To Include But Not Limited To: - 2. Positioning - 3. ?Time Out? - 4. Medication Management - 5. Prevention Of Nosocomial Infection - 6. Implements Actions To Prevent Patient Injury From: Positioning, Extraneous Objects, Medications, Infection, Chemical/Physical/Electrical Hazards. - 7. Demonstrates Knowledge Of All Skills And Principles Necessary In The Role (I.E. Asepsis, Hazmat, Blood Borne Pathogens. - 8. Prepares And Organizes Materials Recognizing Special Needs Of Patient, Procedure And/Or Surgeon. - 9. Assist In Room Preparation When Required. - 10. Checks And Maintains Department Equipment And Supplies. - 11. Safely Operates All Equipment According To Manufacturer Specifications. Insures All Necessary Instrumentation And Equipment Are In Working Order. - 12. Implements Case Breakdown Procedure Insuring Minimal Downtime Between Cases / Assists In Room Turnover. - 13. Demonstrates Clinical And Technical Skills According To Established Standards Of Practice. - 14. Meets Performance Expectations For Customer Service, Teamwork, Resource Utilization, And Staff And Self Development As Outlined In Performance Review. - 15. Performs Other Duties As Assigned Or Directed To Ensure Smooth Operation Of The Asc. Qualifications EDUCATION High School Diploma Or Equivalent required. Graduate Of Approved School Of Allied Health Or Surgical Technology required. Cpr Certification Required. EXPERIENCE Operating Room Experience Preferred. LICENSURE BLS Required. SPECIAL SKILLS National Certification Required within 18 months of hire. YNHHS Requisition ID 75390

Overview To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day. Reporting to the PCS Manager / Clinical Coordinator, the Registered Nurse (RN) functions as an integral member of the healthcare team while providing excellent clinical care and exemplary customer service. The RN assesses, plans, implements, evaluates and supervises individual patient care according to hospital and department policies and procedures. He/she provides supervision and delegation of appropriate tasks to non-RN personnel on the assigned unit. If assigned to function in the charge role, delegates and supervises unit activities per defined expectations. Cross-trains to work in the New London ED / Psychiatric Emergency Services and Pequot Emergency Departments as needed/assigned. Performs other duties as assigned or requested in order to maintain a high level of service. EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Responsibilities - 1. Assesses The Patient's Physical And Psychosocial Condition On An Ongoing Basis Throughout The Continuum Of Care. - 2. Develops, Communicates And Documents A Plan Of Care Reflecting Individualized Patient Problems And Interventions To Achieve Desired Outcomes, Involving The Patient, Family And Healthcare Team In This Process. - 3. Implements And Coordinates This Plan Of Care In Collaboration With The Healthcare Team. - 4. Evaluates The Effectiveness Of The Plan Of Care, Patient's Response To Care, And Readiness For Discharge. Revises The Plan Of Care As Needed And Makes Referrals Where Indicated. - 5. Plans For Education After Assessing The Individual Learning Needs And Readiness Of The Patient And Family. Provides Educational Opportunities And Documents Outcomes. - 6. Once authorized, functions as psychiatric emergency nurse as assigned. - 7. Once authorized, functions as triage nurse as assigned. - 8. Once authorized, functions as a charge nurse as assigned. - 9. Once authorized, functions as a preceptor to new staff as assigned. - 10. Meets performance expectations for Customer Service, Teamwork, Resource Utilization, and Staff and Self Development as outlined in performance review. - 11. Performs other duties as assigned or directed to ensure smooth operation of the department/unit. - 12. Unit Specific Responsibilities - 12.1 Recognizes scope of responsibilities and functions within limitations of job description. Demonstrates and maintains competency in relevant clinical and technical skills according to established standards of practice and implements appropriate emergency nursing actions. Qualifications EDUCATION Graduate of an accredited school of nursing; BSN Preferred. Proficient in use of computer software to include electronic patient records. Must have ability to use internet for literature searches regarding care for patients. EXPERIENCE Previous ED experience preferred LICENSURE Valid State of Connecticut Registered Nurse license SPECIAL SKILLS CURRENT BLS REQUIRED UPON HIRE. ACLS and PALS required within 6 months of hire. CPI required within 1 year of hire. TNCC, CEN strongly preferred. YNHHS Requisition ID

Overview To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day. Works under the supervision of the Nurse Manager/Clinical Coordinator. The Registered Nurse (RN) assesses, plans, implements, evaluates and supervises individual patient care on a nursing unit/department according to unit policies and procedures. Provides supervision of non-RN personnel on the assigned unit. When assuming the charge role, delegates and supervises unit activities. May be requires to work on other nursing units according to distribution of staff and patients. Performs other duties as assigned or requested in order to maintain a high level of service. EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Responsibilities - 1. Assesses the patient's physical and psychosocial condition on an ongoing basis throughout the continuum of care. - 2. Develops, communicates and documents a plan of care reflecting individualized patient problems and interventions to achieve desired outcomes, involving the patient, family and healthcare team in this process. - 3. Implements and coordinates this plan of care in collaboration with the healthcare team. - 4. Evaluates the effectiveness of the plan of care, patient's response to care, and readiness for discharge. Revises the plan of care as needed and makes referrals where indicated. - 5. Plans for education after assessing the individual learning needs and readiness of the patient and family. Provides educational opportunities and documents outcomes. - 6. Functions as a preceptor to new staff. - 7. Functions as a charge nurse. - 8. Meets performance expectations for Customer Service, Teamwork, Resource Utilization, and Staff and Self Development as outlined in performance review. - 9. Performs other duties as assigned or directed to ensure smooth operation of the department/unit. - 10. Demonstrates competency in insertion and maintenance of neonatal peripheral intravenous lines, obtaining neonatal lab samples and maintenance of central intravenous lines. - 11. Demonstrates competency in management of neonates requiring respiratory system support, e.g. suctioning, chest PT. - 12. Demonstrates competency in initial care and stabilization of neonates at high-risk deliveries - 13. Demonstrates competency when functioning as RN for neonatal transport. - 14. Incorporates principles of developmentally supportive and family centered care. - 15. Supports breast feeding in the NICU through assistance, instruction and collaboration with Lactation Consultant when indicated. Qualifications EDUCATION Graduate of an accredited school of nursing; BSN Preferred. Proficient in use of computer software to include electronic patient records. Must have ability to use internet for literature searches regarding care for patients. EXPERIENCE Recent level 2 or 3 experience preferred LICENSURE Valid State of Connecticut Registered Nurse license SPECIAL SKILLS BLS required. NRP required within six months of hire. NICU Certification required within two years after completion of orientation. For those employed as of edit date, NICU certification required by 4/1/17. Additional Information Experience required, NRP required, Low risk neonatal certification required with 2 years of hire YNHHS Requisition ID

Overview To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day. At Bridgeport Hospital, we are committed to providing quality medical care and treatment that is coordinated and centered on the patient's specific needs. We strive to achieve benchmarks as a Patient Centered Medical Home and provide health care in a setting where patients are at the center of their care team. All employees of Bridgeport Hospital are part of the patients care team and contribute to the team approach of promoting access, continuous, comprehensive care and work to provide quality improvement in the care provided to their patients. Works collaboratively with the NM displaying leadership in management, clinical practice, performance improvement and staff development in accordance with the overall philosophy and goals of Patient Care Services. In the absence of the NM, he/she is responsible for the direction of patient care as well as patient care activities, unit operations, and staff functions. Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Responsibilities - 1. Demonstrates advanced skill in assessment of health care needs. - 1.1 Demonstrates advanced skills in interviewing, observing and collecting healthcare data, performing a systems assessment and identifying patient support systems on admission according to hospital policy. - 2. Demonstrates advanced skill in planning for patient health care needs. - 2.1 Initiates Interdisciplinary Plan of Care (IPOC) utilizing information from initial assessment and guidelines for nursing care according to hospital policy. - 3. Demonstrates advanced skills in implementation of care to meet patient care needs. - 3.1 Prioritizes patient care based on assessments. - 4. Demonstrates advanced skill in evaluating care delivered. - 4.1 Assess patient responses to healthcare interventions based on expected outcomes. - 5. Documents outcomes appropirately, accurately, and consistenly. - 5.1 Actively assists Nurse Manager with monthly/weekly documentation reviews. - 6. Demonstrates advanced leadership skills. - 6.1 Displays advanced knowledge and proficiency in the delivery of patient care and serves as resource for staff. Qualifications EDUCATION Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing. Baccalaureate education - nursing major preferred. Degreed ANM must earn 10 contact hours annually. Non-degreed ANM must complete 6 credit hours towards a bachelor's degree and 6 contact hours annually. EXPERIENCE Minimum of 2 years as a Registered Nurse in an acute care setting preferred. LICENSURE Licensed and a currently registered nurse in the State of Connecticut. All newly hired Registered Nurses must have a current BCLS certification or obtain within one month of hire. SPECIAL SKILLS Demonstrated leadership abilities Demonstrated interpersonal skills PHYSICAL DEMAND Requires prolonged standing; walking; use of sight,hearing and touch; moving/lifting patients of varying weights. Additional Information Minimum of 2 years of intraoperative RN experience required. Leadership experience preferred. Monday through Friday YNHHS Requisition ID

Overview To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day. Under the direction of the nurse manager, manages individualized, goal-directed nursing care through the use of the nursing process and the principles of primary nursing, in accordance with departmental and hospital policies and procedures. EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Responsibilities - 1. Essential Functions - 1.1 Assesses the patient's physical and psychological condition on an ongoing basis throughout the continuum of care. Documents appropriately the information obtained from the ongoing assessment. Shares significant assessment data with the appropriate discipline. - 2. Essential Functions ( continued) - 2.1 Adheres to The Westerly Hospital policies and procedures - 3. Staff/Self Development - 3.1 Acts as a clinical resource and role model - 4. Staff/Self Development (continued) - 4.1 Actively participates in train and educational activities for other staff members - 5. Customer Service - 5.1 Demonstrate a high level of respect, dignity compassion and professionalism for all customers by utilizing the four tenets of Patient Family and Centered Partnership. - 6. Employee Collaboration and Teamwork - 6.1 Recognizes and values the contributions of fellow employees and displays cooperation and teamwork. - 7. Resource Utilization - 7.1 Reports to work on time, prepared to work and follow hospital policies for notice of lateness/absenteeism and time off requests. Qualifications EDUCATION Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required. EXPERIENCE Previous Geriatric Psych exp pref; Previous hospital exp pref LICENSURE Current RI License BLS required CPI training within 1 yr of employment SPECIAL SKILLS Previous geriatric psychiatric experience preferred YNHHS Requisition ID

Overview To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day. Works Under The Supervision Of The Patient Care Manager/Clinical Coordinator. The Registered Nurse (Rn) Assesses, Plans, Implements, Evaluates And Supervises Individual Patient Care On A Nursing Unit/Department According To Unit Policies And Procedures. Provides Supervision Of Non-Rn Personnel On The Assigned Unit. When Assuming The Charge Role, Delegates And Supervises Unit Activities. May Be Requires To Work On Other Nursing Units According To Distribution Of Staff And Patients. Performs Other Duties As Assigned Or Requested In Order To Maintain A High Level Of Service. EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Responsibilities - 1. Assesses The Patient's Physical And Psychosocial Condition On An Ongoing Basis Throughout The Continuum Of Care. - 2. Develops, Communicates And Documents A Plan Of Care Reflecting Individualized Patient Problems And Interventions To Achieve Desired Outcomes, Involving The Patient, Family And Healthcare Team In This Process. - 3. Implements And Coordinates This Plan Of Care In Collaboration With The Healthcare Team. - 4. Evaluates The Effectiveness Of The Plan Of Care, Patient's Response To Care, And Readiness For Discharge. Revises The Plan Of Care As Needed And Makes Referrals Where Indicated. - 5. Plans For Education After Assessing The Individual Learning Needs And Readiness Of The Patient And Family. Provides Educational Opportunities And Documents Outcomes. - 6. Functions As A Preceptor To New Staff. - 7. Functions As A Charge Nurse. - 8. Meets Performance Expectations For Customer Service, Teamwork, Resource Utilization, And Staff And Self Development As Outlined In Performance Review. - 9. Performs Other Duties As Assigned Or Directed To Ensure Smooth Operation Of The Department/Unit. - 10. Demonstrates Knowledge And Understanding Of Established Policies Governing The Care Of A Patient Being Monitored For Cardiac Arrhythmias. - 11. Demonstrates Skill And Knowledge In Arrhythmia. - 12. Demonstrates Competency In The Care Of The Pediatric Patient Using The Principles Of Child Growth And Development As Appropriate To The Sick Child. - 13. Demonstrates Competency In The Care Of The Pediatric Patient And Family Using The Principles Of Family Centered Care. - 14. Demonstrates Skill And Knowledge Of Accurate Preparation And Administration Of Pediatric Medication. Uses Resource Literature And Understands Principles Of Appropriate Dosage By Weight And Age. Qualifications EDUCATION Graduate Of An Accredited School Of Nursing; Bsn Preferred. Proficient In Use Of Computer Software To Include Electronic Patient Records. Must Have Ability To Use Internet For Literature Searches Regarding Care For Patients. LICENSURE Valid State Of Connecticut Registered Nurse License SPECIAL SKILLS Bls Certification Required. YNHHS Requisition ID

Overview August & December 2025 RN Graduates welcome to apply! New Graduate RNs are automatically enrolled in our award winning, nationally recognized Vizent Residency Program! All orientations are competency-based, preceptor-based and Criteria Based. Positions Available in the following Med/Surg units at Lawrence + Memorial Hospital: - Cardiac - Float Pool - Neuro - Oncology - Ortho - Respiratory/Renal Day One Benefits include: - Medical Coverage - PTO - Tuition Reimbursement - Tuition Loan Repayment Program To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values-integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day. This position is an intensive, hands-on orientation and training program for recently-graduated nurses designed to help transition from academia into clinical practice. Works under the supervision of the Nurse Manager /Clinical Coordinator in the married state preceptor model. The Registered Nurse (RN) assesses, plans, implements, evaluates and supervises individual patient care on a nursing unit /department according to unit policies and procedures. EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran. Responsibilities 1. Assesses the patient's physical and psychosocial condition on an ongoing basis throughout the continuum of care. 2. Develops, communicates and documents a plan of care reflecting individualized patient problems and interventions to achieve desired outcomes, involving the patient, family and healthcare team in this process. 3. Implements and coordinates this plan of care in collaboration with the healthcare team. 4. Evaluates the effectiveness of the plan of care, patient's response to care, and readiness for discharge. Revises the plan of care as needed and makes referrals where indicated. 5. Plans for education after assessing the individual learning needs and readiness of the patient and family. Provides educational opportunities and documents outcomes. 6. Meets performance expectations based on Standards of Professional Behavior. 7. Performs other duties as assigned or directed to ensure smooth operation of the department/unit. Qualifications EDUCATION Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. Proficient in use of computer software to include electronic patient records. Must have ability to use internet for literature searches regarding care for patients. EXPERIENCE Previous RN experience must NOT exceed one year. LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION Valid State of Connecticut Registered Nurse license. BLS Required. SPECIAL SKILLS RNs may be expected to work various shifts. Once orientation is successfully completed, the RN will transition to an open position that meets new graduate RN requirements. ACCOUNTABILITY In personal and job-related decisions and actions, consistently demonstrates the values of integrity (doing the right thing), patient-centered (putting patients and families first), respect (valuing all people and embracing all differences), accountability (being responsible and taking action), and compassion (being empathetic).

Overview To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day. At Bridgeport Hospital, we are committed to providing quality medical care and treatment that is coordinated and centered on the patient's specific needs. We strive to achieve benchmarks as a Patient Centered Medical Home and provide health care in a setting where patients are at the center of their care team. All employees of Bridgeport Hospital are part of the patients care team and contribute to the team approach of promoting access, continuous, comprehensive care and work to provide quality improvement in the care provided to their patients. As an integral member of the Yale New Haven Health System (YNHHS) healthcare team, the Registered Professional Nurse (RN) upholds the YNHHS mission, vision, values and strategic initiatives to provide the highest level of patient centered care. The RN practices professional nursing as a registered nurse within the legal and ethical framework established by the Connecticut Nurse Practice Act, American Nurses Association Scope and Standards for Nursing Practice, ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses and the YNHHS Professional Practice Model. The professional role of the RN is exemplified by the qualities of leadership, delegation, collaboration, effective communication, ensuring quality outcomes. YNHHS nurses practice in a framework outlined in our professional practice model, which states, "Achieving outcomes through Autonomy and Accountability". We value Nursing Professional Governance, and use evidence and data to support our practice with the patient and family at the center, always. The RN provides care that: * Establishes and maintains a therapeutic relationship with the patient and family encompasses an understanding and integration of cultural and diversity into practice * Includes communicating and working collaboratively with the patient, family and health care team members * Includes respecting the patient's values, preferences, expressed needs and knowledge of the healthcare situation in holistic data collection, in formulating health care outcomes and in the evaluation process. EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Responsibilities - 1. STANDARDS OF PRACTICE RN practice is guided by the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice (2015). The Standards of Practice describe a competent level of nursing care as demonstrated by utilizing the nursing process components of assessment, diagnosis, outcomes identification, planning, implementation and evaluation. Assessment: The registered nurse collects pertinent data and information relative to the healthcare consumer's health or situation Diagnosis: The RN analyzes the assessment data to determine the actual and potential diagnoses or the issues. Outcomes Identification: The RN identifies expected outcomes for a plan individualized to the healthcare consumer or the situation. Planning: The RN develops and modifies a plan of care that prescribes strategies and alternatives to attain expected outcomes. Implementation: The RN implements the identified plan. Coordination of Care: The RN coordinates care delivery and transitions in care. Health Teaching and Health Promotion: The RN employs strategies to promote health and a safe environment. Evaluation: The RN evaluates progress toward attainment of outcomes. - 2. STANDARDS OF PROFESSIONAL PERFORMANCE The ANA Standards of Professional Performance (2015) describe a competent level of behavior in the professional role, including activities related to: ethics, culturally congruent practice, communication, collaboration, leadership, education, evidence-based practice and research, quality of practice professional practice evaluation, resource utilization and environmental health. The RN is expected to engage in professional role activities, including leadership, appropriate to their education and position. The RN is accountable to for their professional actions to themselves, their healthcare consumers, their peers and ultimately to society. Ethics: The RN practices ethically. Culturally congruent practice: The RN practices in a manner that is congruent with cultural diversity and inclusion principles. Communication: The RN communicates effectively in all areas of practice Collaboration: The RN collaborates with healthcare consumer and other key stakeholders in the conduct of nursing practice. Leadership: The RN leads within the professional practice setting and the profession. Education: the RN seeks knowledge and competence that reflects current nursing practice and promotes futuristic thinking. Evidence-Based Practice and Research: The RN integrates evidence and research findings into practice Quality of Practice: The RN contributes to quality nursing practice. Professional Practice Evaluation: The RN evaluates owns' and others' nursing practice. Resource Utilization: The RN utilizes appropriate resources to plan provide and sustain evidence-based nursing services that are safe, effective and fiscally responsible Environmental Health: The RN practices in an environmentally safe and healthy manner. Qualifications EDUCATION Graduation from an accredited school of nursing. BSN preferred. All newly hired registered nurses must have current BCLS certification or must obtain within one month of hire. EXPERIENCE Registered Nurse is the foundational job description for all RNs. All RNs are encouraged to advance through the SPIRE clinical advancement program. LICENSURE Licensed and a currently registered nurse in the State of Connecticut. Clinical specialty certification highly encouraged. SPECIAL SKILLS Registered Nurse is the foundational job description for all RNs. All RNs are encouraged to advance through the SPIRE clinical advancement program. PHYSICAL DEMAND Requires prolonged standing; walking; use of sight, hearing, and touch. May be exposed to infectious diseases. Will be exposed to physical, mental and emotional illness as well as end of life conditions and death. Moderate stress and risk of injury from patient care. Standing/walking for more than half of the day. Frequently bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, twisting and lifting. Must be able to assist pushing/pulling/lifting patients ranging from five (5) to three hundred (300) pounds. Additional Information THIS POSITION IS COVERED BY THE CONNECTICUT HEALTHCARE ASSOCIATES COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT Orthopedic RN experience preferred. YNHHS Requisition ID