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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. 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 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 2-5 years ICU experience required. Expected to travel to GH/BH/YNHH. YNHHS Requisition ID 169954

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. 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 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 1 year of ICU experience required. This position will float among several ICUs. YNHHS Requisition ID 158325

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. The Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner is a licensed professional provider who functions in collaboration with an attending physician in a variety of practice settings at YNHHS. Provides exceptional direct diagnostic and therapeutic patient care to the highest standards of the organization as part of a multidisciplinary team. Cultivates a patient centric environment which focuses on the whole individual inclusive of physical, psychosocial, spiritual and functional needs of the patient, family, and significant others. Serves as the focal professional for the continuity of care in patient care within scope of practice standards, as well as specialty specific standards to address and resolve problems that may arise. Position Details: This is a part-time Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) opportunity within the Surgical Intensive Care Unit (SICU) at Yale New Haven Hospital. The SICU provides care for complex, critically ill surgical patients, including those recovering from trauma, vascular, transplant, thoracic, and general surgical procedures. * Schedule: 24 hours per week, 12-hour rotating shifts (days, nights, weekends, and holidays as required). * Environment: High-acuity, fast-paced ICU setting with strong collaboration among attending surgeons, intensivists, residents, fellows, and multidisciplinary team members. * Clinical Focus: Management of critically ill post-operative and trauma patients requiring ventilator support, hemodynamic monitoring, vasoactive infusions, and advanced therapies. * Responsibilities: In addition to standard APP duties, responsibilities include performing comprehensive assessments, formulating management plans, ordering/interpreting diagnostic tests, performing invasive bedside procedures (such as arterial lines, central lines, chest tubes, and intubations, if credentialed), and participating in daily multidisciplinary rounds. * Team Support: APPs in the SICU work closely with critical care physicians and surgical teams to ensure continuity of care and contribute to teaching residents, fellows, and nursing staff. * Professional Growth: Opportunities to participate in quality improvement projects, protocol development, and research initiatives. Ongoing education, simulation training, and support for advanced certifications are provided to enhance clinical expertise. Qualifications: * Previous ICU or critical care experience as an APP is required. * Strong procedural skills, critical thinking, and the ability to manage high-acuity patients independently while collaborating within a team-based environment. Why Choose Yale New Haven Health? Excellent work environment - Flexible schedules to ensure work-life balance. Keeping the patient at the center of everything we do, we focus on improving clinical care, outcomes, patient satisfaction, safety, value, clinical research, and education. Our efforts reach beyond the walls of our hospitals to care for our communities, too. Career Advancement - Unlock your potential and embrace exciting opportunities for professional growth and career advancement within our esteemed healthcare system! Compensation Package - Enjoy an enhanced compensation package, including a sign-on bonus. If you're looking for a challenging and rewarding career where you can make a real difference, we want you on our team. Relocation Assistance - We recognize how vital a smooth transition is, and with our relocation assistance, your journey can be seamless. Benefits- Competitive salary, comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance. Pension plan matched tax-sheltered annuity plan and Roth contributions. Employment Perks- Employee wellness initiatives and support programs. Professional development and continuing education opportunities. Yale New Haven Health includes Yale New Haven, Bridgeport, Greenwich, Lawrence + Memorial, and Westerly hospitals; several specialty networks; and Northeast Medical Group, a physician-led multi-specialty group with over 1,000 physician. Intriguing cities with something for everyone, whether you love arts, history, parks or delicious food. EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Responsibilities * 1. Clinical Care * The Physician Assistant (PA) or the Nurse Practitioner (NP) provides assessment, triage, and therapeutic management of patient/family needs throughout the disease process as an integral part of an interdisciplinary team. The NP/PA, whether the practice setting is the inpatient, ambulatory, or outpatient settings, provides optimal patient care, from diagnostic to prognostic matters. This individual works in collaboration with the attending supervising/collaborating physician(s) in accordance with state law and hospital regulations, hospital policy, protocols and clinical pathways and may provide autonomous team based care. * Obtains medical histories, performs physical examinations, reviews/orders diagnostic/therapeutic tests and radiologic results, formulates and manages patient treatment plans. The NP/PA may perform procedures, prescribe treatment and medications in accordance with institutional and state guidelines, as well as, when necessary for scope within specialty or professional competency standards. In some clinical specialties, the NP/PA may have autonomous practice managing certain patient populations. * The NP/PA may also function as first or second assistant on operative cases (as long as within position scope and job educational prerequisites are in place), using fine motor skills and manual dexterity. * Other clinical job duties may be applied in accordance with departmental and operational goals, training related to profession and practice necessitated guidelines and responsibilities, inclusive but not limited to responding to emergency situations within the YNHHS parameters * 2. Patient Education & Psychosocial Support * The NP/PA will educate patients/families on care and recommended or available resources. In collaboration with the supervising/collaborating MD, this may be inclusive of admitting instructions, treatment plan, actual and potential side effects of treatments/medications, and discharge plan. * The NP/PA, as part of a multidisciplinary team, provides psychosocial support to patients, their family members, and significant others in a caring, ethical, and professional manner. * 3. Information Management * The NP/PA ensures appropriate documentation within the accordance of hospital and regulatory requirements and protects information of all forms, whether computer-based, paper, film, voice, or other media from unauthorized access modification, destruction, or intentional or accidental disclosure. * 4. Quality Management * The NP/PA is expected to demonstrate a high standard of moral and ethical behavior, professionalism, compassion, and commitment to patient care. * Ensures compliance with patient related healthcare regulatory requirements, standards and recommendations. * 5. Professional Development * The NP/PA continuously engages in projects that maintain and advance professional competency. * The NP/PA serves as a clinical resource for new house staff and may provide service specific orientation pertinent to clinical education * Consistently demonstrates high reliability organizational behaviors through reporting safety events as well as near misses. * The NP/PA continuously engages in projects that maintain and advance professional competency. * Maintains all employee requirements determined by hospital policy. * The NP/PA may serve as a clinical preceptor for NP/PA students and other health care professionals and may serve as a mentor to pre-PA/NP candidates. * The NP/PA may collaborate on research, quality assurance and performance improvement projects, and assist with the formation of protocols that will be applied to clinical practice or further their educational and clinical expertise. Qualifications EDUCATION Graduate from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or an accredited Physician Assistant Program. EXPERIENCE Prefer clinical working experience as a NP/PA within the given specialty/service line recommended, but none required. APRNs, PAs, CRNAs and CNMs are required to be appointed to the Affiliated Medical Staff of a YNHHS Hospital and credentialed through the Medical Staff process. Evidence of current competence to practice as {an APRN, PA, CRNA, CNM} via appropriate reference letters from physicians and other practitioners must be able to be obtained during the Medical Staff appointment process in order to be eligible. LICENSURE Active PA Certification by the National Commission of Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA), Connecticut State Physician Assistant License, ACLS/BLS Certified, when indicated for position profile DEA License, when indicated for pediatric position profile PALS, when indicated for neonatal care NRP Certification. Additional licensure, certifications and/or continuing education credits may be required during employment based on position and area of specialty. OR Connecticut State Registered Nurse License, Connecticut State Nurse Practitioner License, Board specialty certification, as appropriate for position profile ACLS/BLS Certified, when indicated for position profile DEA License, when indicated for pediatric position profile PALS, when indicated for neonatal care NRP Certification. Additional licensure, certifications and/or continuing education credits may be required during employment based on position and area of specialty. Additional Information To learn more, please email our In-House Physician Recruiter Nathalie Martinez at ************************** Websites: ************************************* ************* YNHHS Requisition ID 132792

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. 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. * 3. May assist and/or perform chaperone duties for patient medical procedures as needed. Qualifications EDUCATION Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing. EXPERIENCE Registered Nurse is the foundational job description for all RNs. LICENSURE Licensed and a currently registered nurse in the State of employment. 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. YNHHS Requisition ID 168691

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 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 1 year acute RN experience required. ICU experience preferred. YNHHS Requisition ID 142903

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. A registered professional nurse who utilizes the nursing process in providing nursing care and assumes the responsibility and accountability for prescribing, delegating and coordinating that care. The Critical Care Units at Bridgeport Hospital are committed to providing quality medical care and treatment that is coordinated and centered on the patient's specific needs. We value teamwork that allows the nurse to function in an autonomous manner acknowledging and supporting a high level of critical thinking skills. We have strong physician/nurse relationships. We take pride in providing quality care in a dynamic fast-paced environment. If you have these same values we want you to join our team. Bridgeport Hospital is proud to be a Level II Trauma Center, certified Stroke Center and the only Burn Care Center serving the State of Connecticut. Our Critical Care Units include: Medical/Cardiac ICU, Surgical/Cardiothoracic ICU, Burn ICU, and Progressive Care Unit. EEO/AA Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran Responsibilities This is a paid training orientation program. F/T 36 hour position (with a high probability of 7p-7a or Rotating D/N position) after successful completion of orientation. Qualifications LICENSURE: Registered Nurse in the State of Connecticut. BCLS. ACLS must be obtained within 18 months of employment and is offered through our system. EXPERIENCE: Minimum of one year of hospital RN experience preferred. EDUCATION: Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing. BSN preferred. Those with a Diploma or Associate's Degree need to show evidence that they are actively enrolled in a BSN or MSN program. SPECIAL SKILLS: Good interpersonal skills. Successful completion of orientation PHYSICAL DEMAND: Requires prolonged standing; walking; use of sight, hearing and touch; moving/lifting patients of varying weights.

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. Provides complete assessment and physical therapy to individuals accepted for admission to the Visiting Nurse Association of Southeastern Connecticut therapeutic home care program. The registered physical therapist is directly responsible to the Supervisor of Therapy Services. Must have own vehicle and proof of auto insurance. EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Responsibilities * 1. Completes comprehensive evaluation of patient's level of function within his/her respective area of practice by applying diagnostic and prognostic procedures. Participates in development of total patient care plan. A copy of the initial evaluation is included in the patient's record and a copy forwarded to the physician within 10 days of admission to PT services by the physical therapist. * 2. Prepares, implements, and documents a therapeutic plan based on the initial evaluation and the total patient care plan. The plan is developed in collaboration with the client, family, nurse, physician, and other professionals involved with the patient. * 3. Provides direct physical therapy. * 4. Instructs patient/caregiver in care and use of adaptive equipment, prosthetic, and orthotic devices. * 5. Instructs patient, family, and other agency health care personnel in patient's treatment regimen when indicated. * 6. Supervises family members and/or homemaker-home health aides when such personnel are participating in the patient's regimen. * 7. Identifies patient/family needs for other home health services and referral for same when needed. * 8. Participates in case management conferences. Provides appropriate consultation to personnel. * 9. Reevaluates patient status at appropriate intervals and makes program changes when indicated after consultation with primary care nurse and physician. At least every 60 days a summary of the patient's progress is recorded with a copy of the summary filed in the clinical record and a copy forwarded to the physician by the primary agency. * 10. Maintains communication with the primary care nurse and the physician in order to be apprised of changes in the patient's condition or total care plan. All communications must be documented in patient clinical record. Submits dated and signed clinical notes for each visit to agency within 7 days of visit. Clinical notes must include dates of service, service provided, progress, changes in treatment, modality, any other significant information, signature, and title. * 11. Refers patient or family to appropriate community resources. * 12. Participates in discharge planning from physical therapy with the patient, the primary care nurse, and the physician. At the time of discharge a summary including the patient's functional abilities and deficits shall be forwarded to the VNA. A copy will be forwarded to the physician within seven days of discharge. * 13. Participates in at least 12 hours inservice per year. Qualifications EDUCATION Current license in Connecticut as physical therapist. ' Bachelor of Science Degree in physical therapy from an accredited school. ' Three years clinical experience in physical therapy or is supervised by the therapist with this experience. ' Pre-employment physical including tuberculosis test and physician's statement that employee is free of communicable disease. SPECIAL SKILLS Medium to heavy work. Constant handling of under 10 pounds to occasional handling of 70 pounds. Frequent driving required. Standing, walking and handling are performed on a constant basis. Sitting, carrying, bending lifting/lowering, pushing/pulling with whole body and with arms are performed on a frequent basis. Squatting/kneeling, twisting, and reaching are performed on an occasional basis. The highest physical demand of this position are incurred while transferring a client requiring maximal assist of one or more persons, for example, side lying to sitting, sitting to standing, and lifting from chair, commode, toilet, or bed. Loads lifted or forces exerted up to 70 pounds for client weighing up to 220 pounds in height range of 15-36 inches. YNHHS Requisition ID 151102

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. Directs And Supervises All Unit Shift/Department Activities. Directs, Educates And Assists Nursing Staff In The Provision Of Quality Patient Care According To Department Standards Of Practice And Standards Of Care To Maintain Quality Services. Assists Nurse Manager In Providing Leadership Support To Staff, Scheduling And Evaluating Personnel. Plans, Develops, Facilitates And Coordinates The Operation Of The Unit/Department. EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Responsibilities * 1. Assesses Global Needs Of Patients On The Unit/Department And Matches With Staff Competencies To Provide Needed Services. Delegates Patient Care Assignments To Staff According To Identified Needs And Abilities. * 2. Must Demonstrate The Appropriate Clinical Competencies For The Nursing Unit In Order To Evaluate, Plan And/Or Provide Patient Care Through Delegation, Consulting Or As A Direct Patient Care Provider. * 3. Assist Manager With Hiring New Staff And Identifies And Communicates With Staff And Manager Any Disciplinary/Performance Issues. * 4. Regularly Reviews And Monitors Quality Improvement Activities. Follows Through On Staff Participation In Quality Improvement Activities. Problem Solves As Necessary. * 5. Intervenes In A Timely Manner To Resolve Customer Complaints. Holds Self And Others Accountable For Meeting Objectives And Commitments. Enforces High Standards For The Quality Of Patient Care Delivered On The Unit. * 6. Communicates Clearly, Concisely And Effectively. Ensures That People Get The Information They Need To Do Their Jobs. * 7. Actively Participates In Employees Annual Review Process. * 8. Functions As A Preceptor To New Staff. Assists The Manager And The Educator In Coordinating The Orientation Of New Staff. Ensures Staff Competencies Are Current. * 9. Assists Nurse Manager In Maintaining Up-To-Date Resource Materials Necessary To Insure Proper Staff Development. * 10. Provides Accurate And Consistent Interpretation And Application Of Human Resource Policies. * 11. Assists Manager With The Development Of The Budget. Works With Staff To Adjust Resource Allocations To Demands. Assists The Nurse Manager In The Completion Of Weekly Payroll Processes. * 12. Demonstrates The Ability To Provide A Safe Environment For Patients, Self And Staff. * 13. Meets Performance Expectations For Customer Service, Teamwork, Resource Utilization, And Staff And Self Development As Outlined In Performance Review. * 14. Performs Other Duties As Assigned Or Directed To Ensure Smooth Operation Of The Department/Unit. Qualifications EDUCATION Graduate from an accredited school of nursing is required. BSN required or ADN accepted with proof of matriculation into a BSN program upon hire. EXPERIENCE 2 to 5 Years Clinical Experience Preferred. One Year Of Charge Nurse Or Equivalent Experience Preferred. Clinical Nurse Leader Preferred LICENSURE Current CT RN Licensure. BLS and ACLS Required. Certification In Specialty Area Required. SPECIAL SKILLS The incumbent must demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and judgement, as well as the ability to work alongside clinical partners in operations. Working knowledge of and experience with standards and regulations pertaining to Joint Commission and other accreditation agencies. Evidence of successful project management skills, including taking a lead position of a project. The incumbent will possess a skill set and personal attributes which are vital to success in the role. Such needs include high-level critical thinking, decision making abilities, independence, excellent time management, strong verbal and written communication skills, and flexibility with an ever changing environment. The individual must have excellent computer skills, including all Microsoft Office applications and some familiarity with data base use. YNHHS Requisition ID 169035

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. Directs And Supervises All Unit Shift/Department Activities. Directs, Educates And Assists Nursing Staff In The Provision Of Quality Patient Care According To Department Standards Of Practice And Standards Of Care To Maintain Quality Services. Assists Nurse Manager In Providing Leadership Support To Staff, Scheduling And Evaluating Personnel. Plans, Develops, Facilitates And Coordinates The Operation Of The Unit/Department. EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Responsibilities * * 1. Assesses Global Needs Of Patients On The Unit/Department And Matches With Staff Competencies To Provide Needed Services. Delegates Patient Care Assignments To Staff According To Identified Needs And Abilities. * 2. Must Demonstrate The Appropriate Clinical Competencies For The Nursing Unit In Order To Evaluate, Plan And/Or Provide Patient Care Through Delegation, Consulting Or As A Direct Patient Care Provider. * 3. Assist Manager With Hiring New Staff And Identifies And Communicates With Staff And Manager Any Disciplinary/Performance Issues. * 4. Regularly Reviews And Monitors Quality Improvement Activities. Follows Through On Staff Participation In Quality Improvement Activities. Problem Solves As Necessary. * 5. Intervenes In A Timely Manner To Resolve Customer Complaints. Holds Self And Others Accountable For Meeting Objectives And Commitments. Enforces High Standards For The Quality Of Patient Care Delivered On The Unit. * 6. Communicates Clearly, Concisely And Effectively. Ensures That People Get The Information They Need To Do Their Jobs. * 7. Actively Participates In Employees' Annual Review Process. * 8. Functions As A Preceptor To New Staff. Assists The Manager And The Educator In Coordinating The Orientation Of New Staff. Ensures Staff Competencies Are Current. * 9. Assists Nurse Manager In Maintaining Up-To-Date Resource Materials Necessary To Insure Proper Staff Development. * 10. Provides Accurate And Consistent Interpretation And Application Of Human Resource Policies. * 11. Assists Manager With The Development Of The Budget. Works With Staff To Adjust Resource Allocations To Demands. Assists The Nurse Manager In The Completion Of Weekly Payroll Processes. * 12. Demonstrates The Ability To Provide A Safe Environment For Patients, Self And Staff. * 13. Meets Performance Expectations For Customer Service, Teamwork, Resource Utilization, And Staff And Self Development As Outlined In Performance Review. * 14. Performs Other Duties As Assigned Or Directed To Ensure Smooth Operation Of The Department/Unit. Qualifications EDUCATION Graduate from an accredited school of nursing is required. BSN required or ADN accepted with proof of matriculation into a BSN program upon hire. EXPERIENCE 2 - 5 Years Clinical Experience Preferred. One Year Of Charge Nurse Or Equivalent Experience Preferred. LICENSURE Current CT RN Licensure. BLS Required. SPECIAL SKILLS Certification In Specialty Area Required. YNHHS Requisition ID 168568

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. Directs And Supervises All Unit Shift/Department Activities. Directs, Educates And Assists Nursing Staff In The Provision Of Quality Patient Care According To Department Standards Of Practice And Standards Of Care To Maintain Quality Services. Assists Nurse Manager In Providing Leadership Support To Staff, Scheduling And Evaluating Personnel. Plans, Develops, Facilitates And Coordinates The Operation Of The Unit/Department. EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Responsibilities * 1. Assesses Global Needs Of Patients On The Unit/Department And Matches With Staff Competencies To Provide Needed Services. Delegates Patient Care Assignments To Staff According To Identified Needs And Abilities. * 2. Must Demonstrate The Appropriate Clinical Competencies For The Nursing Unit In Order To Evaluate, Plan And/Or Provide Patient Care Through Delegation, Consulting Or As A Direct Patient Care Provider. * 3. Assist Manager With Hiring New Staff And Identifies And Communicates With Staff And Manager Any Disciplinary/Performance Issues. * 4. Regularly Reviews And Monitors Quality Improvement Activities. Follows Through On Staff Participation In Quality Improvement Activities. Problem Solves As Necessary. * 5. Intervenes In A Timely Manner To Resolve Customer Complaints. Holds Self And Others Accountable For Meeting Objectives And Commitments. Enforces High Standards For The Quality Of Patient Care Delivered On The Unit. * 6. Communicates Clearly, Concisely And Effectively. Ensures That People Get The Information They Need To Do Their Jobs. * 7. Actively Participates In Employees? Annual Review Process. * 8. Functions As A Preceptor To New Staff. Assists The Manager And The Educator In Coordinating The Orientation Of New Staff. Ensures Staff Competencies Are Current. * 9. Assists Nurse Manager In Maintaining Up-To-Date Resource Materials Necessary To Insure Proper Staff Development. * 10. Provides Accurate And Consistent Interpretation And Application Of Human Resource Policies. * 11. Assists Manager With The Development Of The Budget. Works With Staff To Adjust Resource Allocations To Demands. Assists The Nurse Manager In The Completion Of Weekly Payroll Processes. * 12. Demonstrates The Ability To Provide A Safe Environment For Patients, Self And Staff. * 13. Meets Performance Expectations For Customer Service, Teamwork, Resource Utilization, And Staff And Self Development As Outlined In Performance Review. * 14. Performs Other Duties As Assigned Or Directed To Ensure Smooth Operation Of The Department/Unit. Qualifications EDUCATION Graduate from an accredited school of nursing is required. BSN required or ADN accepted with proof of matriculation into a BSN program upon hire. EXPERIENCE 2 - 5 Years Clinical Experience Preferred. One Year Of Charge Nurse Or Equivalent Experience Preferred. LICENSURE Current Ct Rn Licensure. BLS Required. SPECIAL SKILLS Certification In Specialty Area Required. YNHHS Requisition ID 167412

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. 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 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 2-5 years MS experience preferred. Expect travel to GH/BH/YNHH. YNHHS Requisition ID 169957

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. Responsible and accountable for planning, organizing, directing and controlling of surgical sub-specialty services. Collaborates with the NM in the preparation of revenue and expense budgets including human, financial and material resources. Provides clinical leadership through development and maintenance of standards of specialty surgery, clinical practice, participation in nursing division and surgery sections committee. Works collaboratively with Surgery Section Chiefs to promote proactive, effective, interactive shared governance relationship in the management of specialty services. Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Responsibilities * 1. Implements intra-operative nursing care in accordance with PCS division standards of practice, hospital, community, national standards and regulatory agency requirements. * 1.1 Monitors, revises, and adapts current specialty nursing practice in light of changing concepts, methods, techniques and written standards of care. * 2. Organizes and implements specialty program modification and development based on departmental goals/objectives and physician needs. * 2.1 Develops realistic annual objectives for specialty service as directed by Nurse Manager. * 3. Communicates operating room concerns, operations, practice changes and medical-legal issues to Nurse Manager. * 3.1 Resolves problems at lowest level and uses appropriate chain of command to address program areas. * 4. Directs and coordinates nursing care activities of surgical specialty services supervised. * 4.1 Provides direct patient care (40%, 2 days per week) to maintain clinical and technical expertise and to serve as a role model to staff. * 5. Facilitates specialty service materials needs through systematic maintenance of materials resources. * 5.1 Effectively coordinates processing, storage, restocking and inventory of specialty instruments, supplies and equipment in collaboration with materials staff. * 6. Supports and executes materials management program developed by the hospital and department. * 6.1 Works with CSS to assess and streamline instrument tray contents to ensure effective efficiency and utilization of instruments. Informs staff and surgeons of any updates * 7. Maintains efficient resource information of case-procedures performed by assigned surgical specialties. * 7.1 Enforces the preference card maintenance guidelines in conjunction with Preference Card Associate. * 8. Ensures timely completion of scheduled cases assigned to specialty services. * 8.1 Collaborates with the Control Desk Coordinator to efficiently plan the coordination of surgical cases scheduled to services by delegating leadership role to staff with proven organizational skills. * 9. Maintains credentialling requirements.. * 9.1 Completes 10 CEU's annually. Qualifications EDUCATION Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing. Bachelors degree in Nursing preferred. EXPERIENCE Minimum 3-5 years experience in assigned specialty services required. Progressive leadership experience desirable with proven track record of success in program development or participation, program implementation in areas of clinical patient care management, staff development and specialty services materials management. LICENSURE Licensed and a currently registered nurse in the State of Connecticut. All newly hired Registered Nurses must have current BCLS certification or obtain within one month of hire. PHYSICAL DEMAND Requires prolonged standing; walking; use of sight, hearing and touch; moving/lifting patients of verying weights. Additional Information Monday through Friday Responsible for service line coordination including General, GYN, Urology, Robotics. This position is essential to ensure all needed supplies, equipment and implants are available per physician preference, ensuring optimal patient outcomes. Facilitate and support staff in these service lines. Budget responsibilities include requests for capital equipment. Strong OR knowledge required. Ability to multitask. Leadership experience preferred. Ability to coordinate services amongst multidisciplinary teams. YNHHS Requisition ID 165812

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. Responsible for the ongoing management of the ED patient care and operations to facilitate clinical and service excellence to include: the management of ED nurses and staff, the management of the delivery of quality patient care and the facilitation of patient flow to internal and external resources; the facilitation of efficient operations to support the delivery of patient care; and the ongoing management of regulatory and organizational compliance requirements. Responsible for performing all duties in compliance with the Bridgeport Hospital mission, values and customer service standards. EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Responsibilities 1. Manages the performance of Emergency Department nurses and staff to facilitate clinical and service excellence. * 1.1 Reviews resumes and applications and identifies candidates to participate in the selection process. 2. Manages the ongoing delivery of quality patient care and facilitates patient flow to internal and external resources. * 2.1 Receives and provides report, and evaluates ED volume, patients' status, staffing resources and operational requirements. Deploys resources accordingly. 3. Manages and administers clinical and operational resources to facilitate the delivery of patient care. * 3.1 Prepares and executes the schedules of EDT, RN, and Business Associates to meet ongoing patient and operational requirements and in consideration of ED budget constraints. Qualifications EDUCATION Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing. Bachelors degree in Nursing or currently enrolled in Bachelors program EXPERIENCE Minimum 3-5 years experience in assigned specialty services required. Progressive leadership experience desirable with proven track record of success in program development or participation, program implementation in areas of clinical patient care management, staff development and specialty services materials management. LICENSURE Licensed and a currently registered nurse in the State of Connecticut. All newly hired Registered Nurses must have current BCLS certification or obtain within one month of hire. PHYSICAL DEMAND Requires prolonged standing; walking; use of sight, hearing and touch; moving/lifting patients of varying weights. Additional Information Minimum of 3 years of Emergency RN experience required. YNHHS Requisition ID 148189

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. Assumes Responsibilities For Professional Development And Participates In Activities And Committees That Foster Clinical * 8. Development. * 9. 8. Functions As A Charge Nurse. * 10. 9. Demonstrates The Ability To Provide A Safe Environment For Self And Patients. * 11. Meets Performance Expectations For Customer Service, Teamwork, Resource Utilization, And Staff And Self Development As Outlined In Performance Review. * 12. Performs Other Duties As Assigned Or Directed To Ensure Smooth Operation Of The Department/Unit. * 13. Demonstrates Competency In The Care Of The Orthopedic Patient. * 14. Demonstrates Knowledge And Understanding Of Total Joint Replacement Protocol. * 15. Demonstrates Knowledge And Understanding Of Jcaho Requirements For Pain. * 16. Demonstrates Skill Ands Understanding Of The Setup, Application And Maintenance Of Bucks Traction. * 17. Demonstrates Knowledge And Understanding In The Use, Application And Nursing Implications For: Casts, Braces And Splints, Cpm, Compression Boots, Sryker Reinfusion Device, Pca Pump, Datascope Protocol, Immobilizer/Knee And Shoulder, Slings/Arm. * 18. Demonstrates Knowledge And Understanding Of Exercise (E.G. Gluteal, Straight Leg Raising Sling Exercises) In Assisting Patient Recovery. * 19. Implements Skin Care Protocol And Demonstrates Skill In Occlusive Dressing Application, Maintenance And Documentation. * 20. Demonstrates Knowledge And Skill In Assisting Physician With Special Orthopedic Procedures (E.G. Joint Aspiration/Injection, Steinman Pin Insertion). 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 N/A LICENSURE Valid State Of Connecticut Registered Nurse License SPECIAL SKILLS Bls Certification Required YNHHS Requisition ID 171128

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. Assumes Responsibilities For Professional Development And Participates In Activities And Committees That Foster Clinical * 8. Development. * 9. 8. Functions As A Charge Nurse. * 10. 9. Demonstrates The Ability To Provide A Safe Environment For Self And Patients. * 11. Meets Performance Expectations For Customer Service, Teamwork, Resource Utilization, And Staff And Self Development As Outlined In Performance Review. * 12. Performs Other Duties As Assigned Or Directed To Ensure Smooth Operation Of The Department/Unit. * 13. Demonstrates Competency In The Care Of The Orthopedic Patient. * 14. Demonstrates Knowledge And Understanding Of Total Joint Replacement Protocol. * 15. Demonstrates Knowledge And Understanding Of Jcaho Requirements For Pain. * 16. Demonstrates Skill Ands Understanding Of The Setup, Application And Maintenance Of Bucks Traction. * 17. Demonstrates Knowledge And Understanding In The Use, Application And Nursing Implications For: Casts, Braces And Splints, Cpm, Compression Boots, Sryker Reinfusion Device, Pca Pump, Datascope Protocol, Immobilizer/Knee And Shoulder, Slings/Arm. * 18. Demonstrates Knowledge And Understanding Of Exercise (E.G. Gluteal, Straight Leg Raising Sling Exercises) In Assisting Patient Recovery. * 19. Implements Skin Care Protocol And Demonstrates Skill In Occlusive Dressing Application, Maintenance And Documentation. * 20. Demonstrates Knowledge And Skill In Assisting Physician With Special Orthopedic Procedures (E.G. Joint Aspiration/Injection, Steinman Pin Insertion). 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 N/A LICENSURE Valid State Of Connecticut Registered Nurse License SPECIAL SKILLS Bls Certification Required YNHHS Requisition ID 171129

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. The Universal Nurse Home Visiting (UNHV) Nurse Home Visitor will provide home visiting services using the Family Connects model. The Family Connects model is an evidence-based and successfully demonstrated program that connects parents of newborns to the community resources they need through postpartum nurse home visits. As a community-based program, Family Connects supports new parents in caring for their newborn(s), offers physical assessments of the mother and the baby, addresses questions about caring for the newborn(s), identifies parents' needs, and helps to identify community services or resources that can meet those needs. In addition, through this connection to resources, Family Connects helps to identify gaps in critical community-wide resources with the goal of working toward increasing needed services locally. The Nurse Home Visitor will provide home visiting to all families with newborns in the determined catchment area. The goal is to support and assess family needs in 12 domains of physical and psychosocial well-being and facilitate referrals and connections to community agencies to support families in these areas. The home visiting nurse will work in a team environment of clinical and nonclinical staff in order to schedule, visit, and support families in the community using the evidence-based Family Connects home visiting protocol. This position is coterminous with project funding. EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Responsibilities * 1. Complete all FC training programs required for nurse home visitors, as well as routine nursing orientation required by Bridgeport Hospital. * 2. Follow the Family Connects home-visiting protocol. Keep records of client observations and activities as required. Document information for family assessments and program evaluation. Record information in real time via in home use of computerized record system. * 3. Follow the Family Bridge Program scheduling protocol. Visit target area hospitals as needed to schedule home visits for new mothers. * 4. Provide a health and physical assessment of mother and baby in the home to determine well-being. * 5. Assess family needs in 12 domains of physical and psychosocial well being, including depression, substance abuse, and domestic violence. Exercise clinical skills in appraising situations and making decisions. * 6. Establish a trusting relationship with families during in-home visits and engage the family to establish a family support plan with goals, objectives, and activities that address family strengths and needs. * 7. Work with Community Health Worker (CHW) and other assigned team members to ensure appropriate referrals and connections to community resources as needed. Work in a team to assist parents in making and attending appointments for doctors, social service agencies, etc. Act as a liaison between families and other community agencies, serving as family advocate as required. * 8. Apply working knowledge of parent-child interaction, child-maternal health, child development, and child abuse/neglect to help families improve parenting skills, increase parenting supports, reduce stress, and address needs of parents; assist in creating a health plan for entire family. * 9. Respond to client needs through flexible scheduling of home visits, including additional visits per day and occasional home visits during evening or weekend hours to accommodate patient needs. * 10. Apply effective time-management skills, organization, and multitasking skills. Documentation should be completed in compliance with state guidelines, ideally within 24 hours of the encounter. * 11. Participate in weekly case conference meetings, mandatory team meetings to review and discuss challenging cases. * 12. Adhere to all organization policies and procedures and UNHV employee guidelines to ensure consistency, professionalism, and high-quality service. Qualifications EDUCATION Completion of an accredited program in nursing and current license as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Connecticut. EXPERIENCE Minimum 2 years of nursing experience required. Experience in the maternal, infant, and early childhood home visiting highly valued. IBCLC/CLC Certification highly valued, not required. LICENSURE Current State of Connecticut Registered Nurse Licensure required. IBCLC/CLC Certification highly valued, not required. SPECIAL SKILLS Ability to establish and maintain strong, positive professional relationships with a diverse group of stakeholders. Ability to adjust and adapt to changes in schedules, processes, and patient needs Ability to use a collaborative approach in community-based work. Strong commitment to community, diversity, equity, and inclusion. Ability to work independently, to meet deadlines, and work well with multiple priorities. Strong commitment to improving the lives of vulnerable young children and families. Sound judgment. Excellent interpersonal and organization skills. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Knowledge of EPIC, Salesforce, and SharePoint highly valued. PHYSICAL DEMAND Work Location(s): Remotely, in the hospital system, and in community locations. Valid driver's license and use of reliable personal vehicle with appropriate insurance required. Will consider requests for per diem work schedule from candidates that meet previously stated criteria. YNHHS Requisition ID 169385

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. The Trauma coordinator is responsible for general programmatic operations and oversight of the adult trauma program under the direction of the Clinical Program Manager. Some responsibilities include concurrent and retrospective extraction from patient's charts and its entry into the Trauma Registry, trending data points, and completing quality performance management tasks. This position is essential to the trauma program to have accurate and up to date data to support research, injury prevention efforts, and quality improvement activities. The Trauma Coordinator ensures that data extraction and entry into the registry is accurate, and correctly reflects patient's injuries, illness and course of hospitalization. The Trauma Coordinator has accountability for monitoring the data collection process and collaborates with managers, physicians, nurses and other health care professionals to ensure an efficient and accurate data collection process. The Trauma Coordinator will assist the Trauma Clinical Manager to maintain the integrity of the Registries, generate queries and reports, and ensure compliance with all HIPAA regulations. The Adult Trauma Coordinator will interface with the delivery networks of Yale New Haven Health System. EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Responsibilities * 1. Program Performance: Participates in departmental strategies to ensure the successful provision of programs, reporting, and projects in support of the wellbeing of the trauma department and trauma program. * 1.1 Demonstrates effective oversight of performance improvement processes, collaborating with the inter-professional team to provide high quality trauma care. 1.1.1 At regular intervals, conducts primary and secondary reviews of process measures, filters, and complications according to institutional guidelines established in compliance with regulatory oversight and governing bodies. 1.1.2 In collaboration with the trauma program leadership, prepares and/or presents tertiary reviews at trauma morbidity & mortality meetings; including appropriate related peer review documents. 1.1.3 In collaboration with trauma program leadership, prepares and/or presents monthly reports and appropriate tertiary reviews for the multidisciplinary QI and Trauma Operations meetings. 1.1.4 In collaboration with trauma program leadership, prepares and/or presents the necessary program support document and reports for trauma program verification. * 2. Quality & Safety: Role models and supports excellence in professional practice to promote safe, high quality work product in the department to achieve superior outcomes. * 2.1 Collaborates with the Clinical Manager and other healthcare professionals to determine the full extent of injuries and complications to address concerns regarding inaccurate data or data sources * 3. Service Excellence: Role model YNHHS Standards of Professional Behavior, creating a great `first impression' by demonstrating exemplary customer service skills for all customer service groups, including physicians, staff, and department support personnel. * 3.1 Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to the adult trauma program to support a unified team in the care of the trauma patient * 4. Professional Effectiveness: Accountable to ensure professional practice and clinical competence with the trauma department programs. * 4.1 Maintains flexible work schedule to meet the needs of the Trauma Department and its programs Qualifications EDUCATION Bachelor's degree in nursing required. EXPERIENCE Minimum of five to seven years experience in Critical Care and or Emergency Nursing. Three to five years experience working with complex system issues such as triage or program development. LICENSURE Registered nurse with current license in the State of Connecticut SPECIAL SKILLS Excellent communication, negotiation and organizational skills. Excellent clinical judgment. Excellent knowledge of personal computers and related software. Adaptability to a wide variety of professional interactions. Comprehensive understanding in the use of medical records for data abstraction. Will be trained in the use of current ICD and injury systems coding. PHYSICAL DEMAND May require prolonged sitting. May require prolonged use of computer monitors. May require walking and transport between hospital, health system and university campus locations. YNHHS Requisition ID 169986

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. The Orthopaedic/Spine Nurse Navigator Team Leader facilitates the multidisciplinary clinical program through the skills of advanced leadership resulting in exceptional patient care and clinical outcomes. The Neurosurgical and Orthopedic Nurse Navigator Team Leader oversees program development by championing the Navigator mission to improve patient preparedness for treatment through education and psychosocial support while also facilitating interaction between patients, family members, their physician(s) and referrals as appropriate. The Neurosurgical and Orthopedic Nurse Navigator Team Leader assists in the development of pathways for use in the EPIC platform appropriate educational materials and program monitoring to promote coordination of care and patient satisfaction. The Neurosurgical and Orthopedic Nurse Navigator Team Leader serves as the lead Navigator and liaison with the clinical and leadership team as respects program development, expansion and successful achievement of programmatic goals. EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Responsibilities * 1. 1. Assists with all clinical and administrative aspects, initiatives and responsibilities associated with the Orthopedic/spine optimization program. Is self-directed and innovative in clinical practice. Ensures that the resources, processes of delivering care, and demonstrating the foresight to anticipate problems and solutions result in favorable outcomes. Creates and addresses all scheduling and coverage needs for the Navigators that practice at Yale New Haven Hospital and cover Bridgeport and Milford Hospitals. 1,1 Assists physician leader and Director with ongoing management of the Neurosurgical and Orthopedic Program. 1.2 Assists the Optimization Program Manager with the development, ongoing management, quality and outcomes of the Neurosurgical and Orthopedic Program. 1.3 Serves as a clinical leader of the navigator team and role model for the Neurosurgical and Orthopedic Program. Supports the work of the multi-disciplinary provider team members as it relates to the accomplishment of positive patient outcomes. 1.4 Maintains excellent understanding of medical knowledge regarding Orthopaedic/Spine prodedures. Is certified as an Orthopedic Certified Nurse. 1.5 In collaboration with the medical team, coordinates the clinical care of patients. Utilizes excellent leadership skills to prioritize needs in an ever-changing patient care environment.. 1.6 Maintains knowledge of evidence based medicine. Acts as a clinical resource for navigators and clinical nursing staff related to transitions of care issues and educational needs . 1.7 Provides accurate, comprehensive assessment of relevant medical history and condition by using the optimization screening tool and follow up protocols. 1.8 Assesses patient and family understanding of patient condition, goals of care and ongoing management 1.9 Provides patients and families with education regarding their disease process, medications, treatment and plan of care. 1.10 Has direct responsibility for predetermined population of patients to optimize. 1,11As a member of the Orthopedic/spine team, assists with establishing protocols and guidelines 1,12 Performs additional duties as requested. * 2. 2. Provides support to patient caregivers through guidance, direction and support in both the inpatient and outpatient settings. Evaluates patients pre-admission health status to plan for discharge needs. Serves as a liaison for all EPIC-related pathways, consult orders and documentation for the Navigators 2.1 Serves as mentor for all navigators. Participates in orientation of new navigators. 2.2 Assists patients and families in understanding their treatment options, pre and post operative care and available resources. 2.3 Serves as an essential link between patients and all other care providers. 2,4 Continuously monitors and measures progress of interventions and outcomes. 2.5 Partners with patients and families in addressing their concerns, issues, desires and needs. 2.6 Facilitates the assessment, initiation and evaluation of patient and family education. 2.7 Enhances the patient/family quality of life through assessment, teaching, communication, emotional support, spiritual support and the practice of family centered care. 2,8 Facilitates appointments for consults and support services within established service standards, including social work, dieticians, physicians, etc. 2.9 Assists with planning and implementation of a safe discharge and transition of care. 2.10 Maintains responsibility for post discharge phone calls and follows up as appropriate. 2.11Conducts follow up calls related to patient satisfaction and survey completion. * 3. 3. Assists physician and administrative leaders with Orthopedic/Spine quality improvement process. Serves as the ad-hoc representative of the Navigators on the Safety and Quality Committee. Supports the efforts of the Navigator staff to create unique approaches to individualizing patient care. 3.1 Participates in department specific performance improvement activity relevant to program and role. 3.2 Assists in achieving objectives for the optimization program and supports an action plan to accomplish set goals. 3.3 Assists with educating staff regarding the Optimization programs quality improvement process. 3.4 Participates in continuous performance improvement activities. 3.5 Collaborates with multidisciplinary team to develop comprehensive plans to systematically document indications, appropriateness, complications and success of treatment. 3.6 Supports YNHH High Reliability organization initiative. * 4. 4 Collaborates with physicians, nurses and staff to assess educational needs of patients, families and community. Ensures that projects related to patient and family education materials are culturally sensitive and are offered at the appropriate literacy level for the diverse patient population. Demonstrates the ability to orchestrate group projects by promoting collaboration and preventing communication breakdown among staff. Creates and supports a caring environment in the clinical and administrative settings that fosters collegiality and trust - that ultimately results in patient and family confidence 4.1 Assesses needs and collaborates with physicians and clinical staff to develop and provide ongoing Orthopedic/spine education. 4.2 Shares results of research and PI studies with YNHHS and the Orthopedic community at large 4.3 Functions as a resource for providers and community agencies. 4.4 Functions as a clinical resource for residents and nursing staff maximizing opportunities in the clinical setting for informal education of staff, patients and families. * 5. 5. Leadership: Leads the Navigator team by example and demonstrates both clinical and behavioral excellent to all members of the multi-disciplinary team. 5.1 Demonstrates ongoing quest for knowledge 5.2 As requested, assists the Program Manager with data abstraction and statistics. 5.3 Documents all patient and family interactions in the electronic medical record according to established protocols. 5.4 Establishes a rapport with office staff and providers from various delivery networks * 6. 6. Maintains and prepares for compliance readiness related to ongoing Joint Commission certification of several sub specialties. Assists with data abstraction, aggregation of data and action plans as it relates to the patient and family experience 6.1 Maintains knowledge of Joint Commission certification requirements. Qualifications EDUCATION Bachelor's Degree in Nursing required; Master's degree in Nursing or Healthcare preferred. EXPERIENCE Five (5) years experience in acute care or healthcare management required. Experience in a combination of the following is essential: clinical care in neurosurgery or orthopaedics, outcomes management, physician relations. Knowledge and understanding of standards related to the Joint Commission certification process and the Procedure Pass and Care Companion on EPIC. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Serves as the lead liaison related to all marketing and community events. LICENSURE RN License State of Connecticut SPECIAL SKILLS Candidate must be able to thrive in a fast paced, complex academic medical environment where the Neurosurgical and Orthopedic Nurse Navigator Team Leader works as a valued member of the multidisciplinary team. Background in Neurosurgical and Orthopedic care preferred. Must possess understanding of clinical processes, organizational dynamics and process improvement. Must be self motivated, goal oriented and able to work independently. Must have the ability to develop relationships and work collaboratively and effectively in partnership with patients, families, physicians, clinical staff, hospital departments, community and outside organizations. Must be able to utilize the information systems and technology that translates care practices with health care outcomes. Must have excellent assessment, communication and organizational skills with the ability to manage and follow through on multiple priorities.Excellent critical thinking, analysis and assessment skills for successful process improvement planning and monitoring. Proficient in computer and data management. Identifies opportunities to engage his /her colleagues with innovative and high quality care initiatives that impact patient care, provider practice and patient / family experiences YNHHS Requisition ID 168667

at Western CT Home Care Inc Provides professional care to patients utilizing the nursing process in collaboration with other health care team members. Responsibilities: 1. Performs assessments in an ongoing and systematic manner, focusing on physiologic, psychological & cognitive status. 2. Formulates a goal directed plan of care which is prioritized and based on determined nursing diagnosis & patient outcomes. 3. Implements care in a knowledgeable, skillful, consistent and continuous manner. 4. Establishes priorities of patient care based on essential patient needs and available resources. 5. Evaluates effectiveness of care given and patient progression toward outcomes. 6. Identifies patient's/significant other's learning needs and implements appropriate measures to meet them. 7. Coordinates interdisciplinary functions. 8. Fulfills all compliance responsibilities related to the position. 9. Performs other duties as assigned. Education: ASSOCIATE'S LVL DGRE Other Information: Required: Minimum Experience: zero to six months Desired: Nursing certification, BSN Working Conditions: Manual: significant manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity Occupational: Significant occupational risk Physical Effort: Very Heavy effort. May exert up to 50 lbs. force Physical Environment: Significant exposure to dirt, odors, noise, human waste, etc. Credentials:RN Company: Western CT Home Care Inc Org Unit: 612 Department: Health Promotion Registered Nurse Exempt: Yes Salary Range: $33.66 - $67.05 Hourly