Telemetry Registered Nurse Jobs in West Springfield Town, MA

Department/Unit: Childrens Hospital STAT RNs Work Shift: Night (United States of America) The clinical support nurse (CSN) assumes a leadership role by providing on-site expert consultation to Patient Care Services Staff in the Children's Hospital. The CSN teaches and supports staff to learn patient care skills that may require additional education or training that are not easily met by unit specific opportunities. The CSN also has direct patient care responsibilities. Hourly Range: $35.81 - 59.09 Demonstrate advanced knowledge and skills required to specialty nursing Manage complex patient and system related issues Assist staff develop clinical skills and problem solve in complex patient care situations Teach and support staff to initiate access and manage intravascular therapy Provide direct care in selected complex patient care situations Communicate effectively to reach consensual decisions with the care team in the best interest of the patient Education/Experience: Current NYS Nursing license; BSN preferred Pediatric/Critical Care certification preferred Minimum 3 years of recent acute care clinical experience in Pediatrics Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center! Albany Medical is an equal opportunity employer. This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that: Access to information is based on a “need to know” and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.

Job Schedule: Per Diem Standard Hours: 1 Job Shift: Shift 3 Shift Details: Per Diem staff all hours all shifts all depts. for inpatient nursing Work where every moment matters. Every day, over 30,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network. The Hospital of Central Connecticut is an acute-care community teaching hospital, we provide comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services in general medicine and surgery, as well as a wide variety of specialties. Staffed by our talented team of leading professionals, The Hospital of Central Connecticut provides a wide array of services throughout the region, caring for patients from birth through the end of life. This is a 24 bed cardiac medical unit with telemetry. The Unit provides care to complex cardiac and medical patents including patients that require pacer capabilities at the bedside, peritoneal dialysis, and patients who are chronically on ventilators. We are the certified by the Joint Commission in Heart Failure. Our Nurses work in collaborative environments with strong interdisciplinary teams, focused on a patient centered care model in a richly diverse work space. Under the direction and general supervision of the Nurse Manager, the registered nurse utilizes evidence based practices in accordance with the State Nurse Practice Act, policies and procedures of the hospital and as directed by the medical staff. The registered nurse who through knowledge and ability, uses the nursing process to develop a plan of care which includes standards of practice to meet the physical, emotional spiritual, cultural and educational needs of the patient and family. We take great care of careers. With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge - helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment. Qualifications • RN with current Connecticut license required • BSN preferred • Experience in applicable specialty preferred • New graduates to work under supervision per State guidelines

$10,000 SIGN ON BONUS!# # SHIFT TIME:#7:00pm-7:00am # Utilizing the nursing process, provides high quality direct and indirect patient-centered care. # Coordinates patient care by working collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team, patients, and families. # Communicates, as appropriate, the patient#s clinical condition, responding quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment. # Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and the skills necessary to provide age-appropriate care to the patient population served. # Promotes the profession of nursing and professional practice through collegial support and interactions. Reports to the Clinical Nurse Manager. # EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION: Must be a graduate of an accredited school of Nursing and have and maintain a current Registered Nurse license in the State of Connecticut. Must have certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support, Advanced Cardiac Life Support and Pediatric Advances Life Support (PALS) upon hire or receive certification within the new employee introductory orientation period and maintain clinical competency during employment with ECHN in this role. CPI-Advanced Physical Skills (receive certification within the new employee introductory orientation period) and maintain clinical competency during employment with ECHN in this role. # EXPERIENCE: 1-year of emergency department experience preferred. Will consider experienced nurses without ED experience and new graduates with previous EMS / ED tech experience or has a passion for emergency nursing. # COMPETENCIES: Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. Possesses basic computer skills. Must be capable of taking swift and efficient action when responding to patient emergency codes. # ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES: Disclaimer: Job descriptions are not intended, nor should they be construed to be, exhaustive lists of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. # They are intended to be accurate reflections of the principal duties and responsibilities of this position. # These responsibilities and competencies listed below may change from time to time. # ############### Job-Specific Competency In personal and job-related decisions and actions, consistently demonstrates the values of integrity (doing the right thing), patient centered (putting patients and families first), respect (valuing all people and embracing all differences), accountability (being responsible and taking actions), and compassion (being empathetic). Performs population-specific comprehensive assessments and re-assessments of the patient#s condition and care needs including the psychosocial, physical, educational and cultural aspects. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the lifespan and the skills necessary to provide age-appropriate care to the patients served. # Able to interpret data about the patient status in order to identify each patient#s age specific needs and provide care needed by the patient group. Assesses and reassesses pain. # Utilizes appropriate pain management tools and techniques. # Educates the patient and family regarding pain management. # Documentation reflects assessments, interventions, and evaluation of effectiveness. Develops and revises individualized plans of care as indicated by assessment and patient response to treatment. ## Evaluates overall plan periodically for effectiveness. # Involves the patient and family in the formulation of goals. Follows the seven (7) medication rights and reduces the potential for medication errors. Demonstrates knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on age of the patient and their clinical condition. Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and promotes positive patient outcomes. # Provides an accurate and pertinent report of patient#s condition for safe transfer of care. Documents the nursing process and responses to care in a timely manner utilizing the appropriate tools. Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function in stressful situations. # Utilizes critical thinking skills and sound judgment in priority setting and delegation. Formulates and implements a teaching plan for patients and families based upon identified learning needs. Evaluates effectiveness of learning. Demonstrates autonomous practice, consistent with evidence-based standards. # Pursues personal and professional growth and development. # Serves as a professional role model and mentor. Uses triage process to ensure timely and appropriate care to patients. # Accurately assigns triage categories. Monitors hemodynamic status of patients and correctly interpret the results. Demonstrates knowledge of cardiac monitoring; identifies dysrhythmias and treats appropriately. Performs patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and promotes positive patient outcomes. Performing safety checks, utilizing fall prevention program, works to utilize interventions to de-escalate patients and if unsuccessful participates in restraints in accordance with training and educations as directed, following the restraint policy standards when caring for a restrained patient. Demonstrates knowledge of airway management procedures and the ability to utilize appropriate equipment. Demonstrate the ability to assist providers with treatments / special procedures and the ability to use related equipment. Maintains a good rapport/relationship and a cooperative working relationship with outside agencies i. e. Public Safety Officials; police, fire, EMS organizations, referring agencies ECF, Visiting Nurse Association#s, Department of Child and Family Affairs (DCF). Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situations. Maintains clinical competence and awareness of all ECHN policies, procedures and guidelines.

Department/Unit: Float Pool Work Shift: The Clinical Support Nurse, (CSN) assumes a leadership role by providing on-site expert consultation to Patient Care Services Staff in clinical patient care situations. The CSN teaches and supports staff to learn patient care skills that require additional education, may require clinical certification and are not easily met by unit specific opportunities. The CSN also has specific direct patient care responsibilities. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Assist staff develop clinical skills and problem solve in complex patient care situations. Teach and support staff to initiate access and manage intravascular therapy. Provide direct care in selected complex patient care situations. Negotiate effectively to reach consensual decisions with staff and managers. QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily as outlined in the attached annual competency assessment. Reasonable accommodations may be made, where feasible, to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the job's essential functions. EDUCATION: Graduate of a professional academic nursing program. BSN or actively pursuing BSN preferred. Holds current RN Registration or a Limited Permit to practice in the State of New York. EXPERIENCE: Minimum of three years recent acute care clinical experience in specific patient populations served. COMMUNICATION SKILLS: Communicates effectively with patients, family members, employees and others. Listens actively and verifies and clarifies messages. Seeks the input of others to achieve consensus. Applies problem solving, negotiating and conflict resolution skills into communication. Utilizes Chain of Command as needed to reach optimum outcomes. Reads and interprets documents such as Quality Reports and Hospital Policy and Procedures. Ensures that patient care is documented on established forms. PROFESSIONAL SKILLS: Carries out responsibilities in adherence to the highest standards of ethical conduct as defined by AMC and the tenets of the Professional Nursing Organization. Demonstrates conscientiousness in such matters as record-keeping. Uses good judgment when performing the functions of the job or when interacting with others. Accepts direction, carries out instructions, works cooperatively K:\Competency\Competency Documents by Job Title\Clinical Support Nurse\Clinical Support Nurse JD 8-11.doc - 2 - Revised 8/2011 with others and avoids creating unnecessary conflict. Adheres to AMC's policies, standards and practices and utilizes AMC's problem-solving processes for resolving grievances or disagreements. Anticipates and resolves potential problems to ensure the delivery of appropriate quality patient care. Seeks professional education to improve job performance and maintains competency through completion of required continuing education. REASONING ABILITY: Identifies problems, collects data, establishes facts, and draws valid conclusions. Solves practical problems and deals with a variety of situations where only limited standardization exists. Interprets a variety of instructions in written, oral, diagram or schedule form. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to probe, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, reach with hands and arms, and speak and hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT: While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be subject to infectious materials and chemicals. (See MSDS information on-line.) The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. This job requires as an essential function that the majority of the time the employee be physically on-site as the work cannot be done from a remote location. OTHER REQUIREMENTS: All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees will be required to perform any other job-related instructions given by their supervisor subject to reasonable accommodations. POSITION SUMMARY: The Clinical Support Nurse, (CSN) assumes a leadership role by providing on-site expert consultation to Patient Care Services Staff in clinical patient care situations. The CSN teaches and supports staff to learn patient care skills that require additional education, may require clinical certification and are not easily met by unit specific opportunities. The CSN also has specific direct patient care responsibilities. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Assist staff develop clinical skills and problem solve in complex patient care situations. Teach and support staff to initiate access and manage intravascular therapy. Provide direct care in selected complex patient care situations. Negotiate effectively to reach consensual decisions with staff and managers. REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily as outlined in the attached annual competency assessment. Reasonable accommodations may be made, where feasible, to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the job's essential functions. EDUCATION: Graduate of a professional academic nursing program. BSN or actively pursuing BSN preferred. Holds current RN Registration or a Limited Permit to practice in the State of New York. EXPERIENCE: Minimum of three years recent acute care clinical experience in specific patient populations served. Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center! Albany Medical is an equal opportunity employer. This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that: Access to information is based on a “need to know” and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.

Job Schedule: Per Diem Standard Hours: 1 Job Shift: Shift 3 Shift Details: Per Diem staff all hours all shifts all depts. for inpatient nursing Work where every moment matters. Every day, over 30,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network. The Hospital of Central Connecticut is an acute-care community teaching hospital, we provide comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services in general medicine and surgery, as well as a wide variety of specialties. Staffed by our talented team of leading professionals, The Hospital of Central Connecticut provides a wide array of services throughout the region, caring for patients from birth through the end of life. This is a 24 bed cardiac medical unit with telemetry. The Unit provides care to complex cardiac and medical patents including patients that require pacer capabilities at the bedside, peritoneal dialysis, and patients who are chronically on ventilators. We are the certified by the Joint Commission in Heart Failure. Our Nurses work in collaborative environments with strong interdisciplinary teams, focused on a patient centered care model in a richly diverse work space. Under the direction and general supervision of the Nurse Manager, the registered nurse utilizes evidence based practices in accordance with the State Nurse Practice Act, policies and procedures of the hospital and as directed by the medical staff. The registered nurse who through knowledge and ability, uses the nursing process to develop a plan of care which includes standards of practice to meet the physical, emotional spiritual, cultural and educational needs of the patient and family. We take great care of careers. With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge - helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment. Qualifications • RN with current Connecticut license required • BSN preferred • Experience in applicable specialty preferred • New graduates to work under supervision per State guidelines

$10,000 SIGN ON BONUS!# # SHIFT TIME:7:00pm-7:30am Utilizing the nursing process, provides high quality direct and indirect patient-centered care. # Coordinates patient care by working collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team, patients, and families. # Communicates, as appropriate, the patient#s clinical condition, responding quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment. # Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and the skills necessary to provide age-appropriate care to the patient population served. # Promotes the profession of nursing and professional practice through collegial support and interactions. Reports to the Clinical Nurse Manager. # EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION: Must be a graduate of an accredited school of Nursing and have and maintain a current Registered Nurse license in the State of Connecticut. Must have certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support, Advanced Cardiac Life Support and Pediatric Advances Life Support (PALS) upon hire or receive certification within the new employee introductory orientation period and maintain clinical competency during employment with ECHN in this role. CPI-Advanced Physical Skills (receive certification within the new employee introductory orientation period) and maintain clinical competency during employment with ECHN in this role. # EXPERIENCE: 1-year of emergency department experience preferred. Will consider experienced nurses without ED experience and new graduates with previous EMS / ED tech experience or has a passion for emergency nursing. # COMPETENCIES: Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. Possesses basic computer skills. Must be capable of taking swift and efficient action when responding to patient emergency codes. # ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES: Disclaimer: Job descriptions are not intended, nor should they be construed to be, exhaustive lists of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. # They are intended to be accurate reflections of the principal duties and responsibilities of this position. # These responsibilities and competencies listed below may change from time to time. # ############### Job-Specific Competency In personal and job-related decisions and actions, consistently demonstrates the values of integrity (doing the right thing), patient centered (putting patients and families first), respect (valuing all people and embracing all differences), accountability (being responsible and taking actions), and compassion (being empathetic). Performs population-specific comprehensive assessments and re-assessments of the patient#s condition and care needs including the psychosocial, physical, educational and cultural aspects. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the lifespan and the skills necessary to provide age-appropriate care to the patients served. # Able to interpret data about the patient status in order to identify each patient#s age specific needs and provide care needed by the patient group. Assesses and reassesses pain. # Utilizes appropriate pain management tools and techniques. # Educates the patient and family regarding pain management. # Documentation reflects assessments, interventions, and evaluation of effectiveness. Develops and revises individualized plans of care as indicated by assessment and patient response to treatment. ## Evaluates overall plan periodically for effectiveness. # Involves the patient and family in the formulation of goals. Follows the seven (7) medication rights and reduces the potential for medication errors. Demonstrates knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on age of the patient and their clinical condition. Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and promotes positive patient outcomes. # Provides an accurate and pertinent report of patient#s condition for safe transfer of care. Documents the nursing process and responses to care in a timely manner utilizing the appropriate tools. Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function in stressful situations. # Utilizes critical thinking skills and sound judgment in priority setting and delegation. Formulates and implements a teaching plan for patients and families based upon identified learning needs. Evaluates effectiveness of learning. Demonstrates autonomous practice, consistent with evidence-based standards. # Pursues personal and professional growth and development. # Serves as a professional role model and mentor. Uses triage process to ensure timely and appropriate care to patients. # Accurately assigns triage categories. Monitors hemodynamic status of patients and correctly interpret the results. Demonstrates knowledge of cardiac monitoring; identifies dysrhythmias and treats appropriately. Performs patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and promotes positive patient outcomes. Performing safety checks, utilizing fall prevention program, works to utilize interventions to de-escalate patients and if unsuccessful participates in restraints in accordance with training and educations as directed, following the restraint policy standards when caring for a restrained patient. Demonstrates knowledge of airway management procedures and the ability to utilize appropriate equipment. Demonstrate the ability to assist providers with treatments / special procedures and the ability to use related equipment. Maintains a good rapport/relationship and a cooperative working relationship with outside agencies i. e. Public Safety Officials; police, fire, EMS organizations, referring agencies ECF, Visiting Nurse Association#s, Department of Child and Family Affairs (DCF). Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situations. Maintains clinical competence and awareness of all ECHN policies, procedures and guidelines.

Department/Unit: Critical Care Support Services Work Shift: Night (United States of America) The STAT team is a group of critical care trained professional nurses who are available 24/7 for any issue within the hospital and medical college. STAT nurses provide specialized care to all patients, employees, and visitors requiring acute medical attention at AMCH and Albany medical college. The team members also contribute their knowledge educating staff, patients, and families to recognize clinical deterioration and how to make a proactive assessment and observation for patients at risk for deterioration. STAT team members give MOCK code training for nurses and ancillary staff to help facilitate better outcome in code situations. Hourly Range: $35.81 - 59.09 STAT Nurses respond to: Code stroke, Code Thrombectomy, Code STEMI, Code 10, Anesthesia Emergency, Code Blue, Code Malignant Hyperthermia, Code Pink and Rapid Response pages. As well as any employee with questions about Hospital policies, procedures, or patient care. STAT nurses use problem focused physical exam to evaluate and treat patients according to protocols. Stabilize decompensating patients on the floor and in ICUs. Manage ICU patient on floor. Facilitate movement of patients to higher level of care when needed. Use the chain of command when resolving issues. Assisting visitors and staff to ED after a code gray. Administer IV push medications on applicable floors (ex. Cardizem, Amiodarone, Hydralazine) Utilizes the Clinical Emergency and Rapid Response Adult Protocol and ACLS to patients including but not limited to the following: Oxygen Desaturation Increased work of breathing Chest pain Cardiac arrhythmias Acute Rales Acute Bleeding Symptomatic Hypertension Lethargy Lethargy with depressed respiratory status Hypoglycemia Anaphylaxis. Education Requirements: Graduate of a professional academic nursing program. Holds current RN Registration to practice in the State of New York. Experience: A minimum of three (3) years recent Intensive Care clinical experience in specific patient populations served. BLS/ACLS certified. Communication Skills: Communicates effectively with patients, family members, employees, and others. Listens actively and verifies and clarifies messages. Seeks the input of others to achieve consensus. Applies problem solving, negotiating, and conflict resolution skills into communication. Utilizes Chain of Command, as needed, to reach optimum outcomes. Reads and interprets documents such as Quality Reports and Hospital Policy and Procedures. Ensures that patient care is documented on established forms. Reasoning Ability: Identifies problems, collects data, establishes facts, and draws valid conclusions. Solves practical problems and deals with a variety of situations where only limited standardization exists. Interprets a variety of instructions in written, oral, diagram or schedule form. Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center! Albany Medical is an equal opportunity employer. This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that: Access to information is based on a “need to know” and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.

Job Schedule: Full Time Standard Hours: 36 Job Shift: Shift 3 Shift Details: 36h per week, 7pm-7:30am. Includes every other weekend and every other holiday. Work where every moment matters. Every day, over 30,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network. The Hospital of Central Connecticut is an acute-care community teaching hospital, we provide comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services in general medicine and surgery, as well as a wide variety of specialties. Staffed by our talented team of leading professionals, The Hospital of Central Connecticut provides a wide array of services throughout the region, caring for patients from birth through the end of life. Our staff works in collaborative environments with strong interdisciplinary teams in a patient centered care model in a richly diverse work space. Under the direction and general supervision of the Clinical Manager, the Registered Nurse (RN) provides nursing care in accordance with the State Nurse Practice Act, policies and procedures of the hospital and as directed by the medical staff. The Registered Nurse (RN) who through knowledge and ability utilizes the nursing process to develop a plan of care which includes standards of practice to meet the physical, emotional spiritual, cultural and educational needs of the patient and family. Incorporates the needs and behaviors of patient's age group in planning and providing care. Qualifications ASN/BSN New graduates welcome to apply We take great care of careers. With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge - helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.

$10,000 SIGN ON BONUS! # SHIFT TIME: 7:00pm-7:30am# We are willing to train new graduates!#All new grads must pass NCLEX within 90 days of their graduation date. We offer a 1-year new grad program to partner with our Nursing Education team. PL days based off budgeted hours, and 3 floating holidays 401K with a 2% match is offered to RNs that are part of our union positions Annual BSN Bonus, Certification bonuses and Career Ladders with monetary rewards # Utilizing the nursing process, provides high quality direct and indirect patient #centered care. # Coordinates patient care by working collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team. # Communicates, as appropriate, the patient#s clinical condition, responding quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment. # Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and the skills necessary to provide age appropriate care to the patient population served. # Promotes the profession of nursing and professional practice through collegial support and interactions. # EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION: Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing. Current licensure in the state of Connecticut. Must have certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support upon hire or receive certification within the new employee introductory orientation period and maintain clinical competency during employment with ECHN in this role. ## COMPETENCIES: Able to communicate effectively in English # both verbally and in writing. Possesses basic computer skills. # ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES: Disclaimer: Job descriptions are not intended, nor should they be construed to be, exhaustive lists of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. # They are intended to be accurate reflections of the principal duties and responsibilities of this position. # These responsibilities and competencies listed below may change from time to time. # ########### Job-Specific Competency 1. ## Performs population specific comprehensive assessments and re-assessments of the medical and surgical patient#s condition and care needs including the psychosocial, physical, educational and cultural aspects. 2. ## Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of development of the adult and geriatric population and the skills necessary to provide age-appropriate care to patients served. Able to interpret data about the patient status in order to identify each patient#s age-specific needs and provide care needed by the patient group. 3. ## Assess and reassess pain. # Utilizes appropriate pain management tools and techniques. # Educates the patient and family regarding pain management. # Documentation reflects assessments, interventions and evaluation of effectiveness. 4. ## Develops and revises individualized plans of care as indicated by assessment and patient response to treatment. ## Evaluates overall plan daily for effectiveness. # Involves the patient and family in the formulation of goals. 5. ## Follows the five (5) medication rights and reduces the potential for medication errors. Demonstrates knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on age of the patient and their clinical condition. 6. ## Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and promotes positive patient outcomes. 7. ## Documents the nursing process and responses to care in a timely manner utilizing the appropriate tools. 8. ## Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situations. # Utilizes critical thinking skills and sound judgment in priority setting and delegation. 9. ## Formulates a teaching plan based upon identified learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning, family is included in teaching as appropriate. 10. # Demonstrates autonomous practice, consistent with evidence-based standards. # Pursues personal and professional growth and development. # Serves as a professional role model and mentor. 11. # Provides an accurate and pertinent report of the patient#s condition for safe transfer of care. 12. # Demonstrates knowledge of antineoplastic therapy; physical and psychological effects, side effects, risks and benefits. 13. # Demonstrates thorough knowledge of antineoplastic agents, method of administration, rate of delivery, drug properties and ability to handle agents safely. 14. # Ensures continuous monitoring for patients on remote telemetry. 15. # Provides immediate assessment and intervention as indicated/directed by staff monitoring telemetry as related to monitor findings.

Department/Unit: Operating Room Work Shift: Evening (United States of America) The Perioperative RN Coordinator - Control Desk reports to the Nurse Manager and holds a key leadership position within the division. This nurse must have strong leadership and communication skills in order to maintain a safe and caring environment that supports excellence in clinical practice and customer service. This individual serves as a unit-based leader and acts as a liaison to clinical staff, physicians, support staff, and others involved in promoting positive patient outcomes across the continuum. Three Twelve Hour Shifts Available for this position. Hourly Range: $34.40 - $56.76 Ensures the provision of adequate and appropriate clinical assignments for a specific specialty. Acts as a resource for staff assistance to meet critical needs, augment staffing, and responds to emergencies when all available resources are utilized. Collaborates with nursing supervision and leadership to ensure patient flow and throughput. Facilitates the daily schedule with Anesthesia floor coordinator on an ongoing basis. Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center! Albany Medical is an equal opportunity employer. This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that: Access to information is based on a “need to know” and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.

Job Schedule: Part Time Standard Hours: 24 Job Shift: Shift 1 Shift Details: Every other weekend, every other holiday, stroke experience preferred Watch this video to meet our nurses! Come join Hartford HealthCare and work where every moment matters! The Hospital of Central Connecticut is actively hiring Registered Nurses (RN) for our Telemetry/Stroke units across multiple hours and shifts. At The Hospital of Central Connecticut, we don't just take great care of our patients; we take great care of our Registered Nurses too. We offer: Student Debt Assistance - up to $5,250 per calendar year paid towards qualified student loans Tuition Reimbursement after just 6 months of employment and up to 40% reimbursement with Quinnipiac University for colleague AND dependents Strong focus on Employee Assistance and Wellness programs as a Platinum recipient of Mental Health America's Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health. No Mandating or off-shift rotations Onsite free parking and uniform stipends provided Healthy staff ratios At The Hospital of Central Connecticut, we are focused on the support of our colleagues. Our Telemetry/Stroke Registered Nurses have the opportunity to practice at the top of their license, using research, innovation and evidence-based practices. We offer our Registered Nurses clinical instruction and additional learning opportunities as you complete your Telemetry/Stroke Nurse Residency. Student nurses and recent graduate nurses are welcome and encouraged to apply to the Telemetry/Stroke department. Qualifications Current Connecticut RN License required within 90 days of hire Graduate of an accredited nursing school BLS certification by the American Heart Association One-year recent Acute Care RN experience preferred, however Graduate Nurses are encouraged to apply The Hospital of Central Connecticut is an acute-care community teaching hospital. We provide comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services in general medicine and surgery, as well as a wide variety of specialties. Staffed by our talented team of leading professionals, The Hospital of Central Connecticut provides a wide array of services throughout the region, caring for patients from birth through the end of life. With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge - helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving colleagues -- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.

Department/Unit: Education And Develop Work Shift: Day (United States of America) Salary Range: $71,547.00- $118,053.00 The Education Specialist is expected to utilize their knowledge and skills to accomplish the goals of the organization. The Education Specialist achieves this goal through the roles of educator, performance consultant, and leader in collaboration with members of the Hospital, the Center, and the community. • Supports preceptors in developing orientation programs for new Staff. • Responsible for staff orientation and continued development. • Demonstrate principles of conflict resolution and promote consensus building. • Represents Case Management/Social Work at organizational committee meetings as directed • Serves as AMC Liaison with executive leadership interfacing with continuum of care providers and public agencies including: SNF Administrators, vendors, CHHAs, LDSS-APS/CPS, NYS-OMH, OPWDD, MHLS among other regulatory agencies • Interprets laws, policies, operational procedures and objectives. Ensures compliance with regulatory and legal requirements. • Assists in the development of policies and procedures, standards of care and practice, and in the monitoring processes in relations to those standard • Demonstrates advanced knowledge and expertise in CMS, DOH, OMH, OPWDD laws and regulations pertaining to access, delivery, transition and financing across the continuum of care. • Expertise in entitlement eligibility, managed care, guardianship, immigration and naturalization laws. • Ensures efficient and effective service provision within regulatory and professional standards. Minimum Qualifications: • A Master's Degree in Social Work with State licensure or Master's degree in Nursing or a Master's degree in Education with a Bachelor's of Science in Nursing, or a Master's degree in an allied health field from an accredited institution required. • Experience in the field of Clinical Social Work or Nursing with experience in Case Management, Utilization Review and Discharge Planning. • BLS Certification. • Demonstrated clinical competency in a nursing or allied health specialty. Previous experience in education program development and teaching preferred. • Ability to create collegial and collaborative relationships internally and externally. • Ability to read and analyze documents. • Ability to listen well, to engage in interactive dialogues with others, and facilitate communication among groups. • Effective organizational, oral and written communication skills, problem solving, program development, computer skills, strong leadership and team building skills. The Education Specialist provides leadership and direction to support high performing staff through the development of educational activities that meet the needs of the nursing organization. Principal Position Responsibilities The Education Specialist is responsible for leading in the design and development of systems that support staff involvement in practice, research, education, and quality decisions; promoting a collaborative environment where nurses practice at the highest level of licensure. This position is responsible for participating in the design, development and implementation of orientation and continuing education programs for individuals and groups within the nursing organization. The educational outcomes of programming are evaluated and linked to the quality process and patient care outcomes. Ideal Candidate will have Pediatric nursing experience. Candidates without pediatric experience can still apply and may be considered Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center! Albany Medical is an equal opportunity employer. This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that: Access to information is based on a “need to know” and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.

$10,000 SIGN ON BONUS!# PL days based off budgeted hours, and 3 floating holidays 401K with a 2% match is offered to RNs that are part of our union positions Annual BSN Bonus, Certification bonuses and Career Ladders with monetary rewards Utilizing the nursing process, provides high quality direct and indirect patient#centered care. # Coordinates patient care by working collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team, patients and families. # Communicates, as appropriate, the patient#s clinical condition, responding quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment. # Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and the skills necessary to provide age appropriate care to the patient population served. # Promotes the profession of nursing and professional practice through collegial support and interactions. # EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION: Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing. Current licensure in the state of Connecticut. Must provide copies of all current clinical competencies upon hire or transfer and during employment. Maintains clinical competency required for area of assignment including but not limited to BLS. EXPERIENCE: Minimum one year of nursing experience required. COMPETENCIES: Able to communicate effectively in English # both verbally and in writing. Possesses basic computer skills. Must be able to work at both Manchester Memorial Hospital and Rockville General Hospital. ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES: Disclaimer: Job descriptions are not intended, nor should they be construed to be, exhaustive lists of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. # They are intended to be accurate reflections of the principal duties and responsibilities of this position. # These responsibilities and competencies listed below may change from time to time. # ######### Job-Specific Competency Performs population-specific comprehensive assessments and re-assessments of the patient#s condition and care needs including the psychosocial, physical, educational and cultural aspects. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span, including adolescent, adult and geriatric population, and the skills necessary to provide age-appropriate care to patients served. Able to interpret data about the patient status in order to identify each patient#s age-specific needs and provide care needed by the patient group. Assesses and reassesses pain. # Utilizes appropriate pain management tools and techniques. # Educates the patient and family regarding pain management. # Documentation reflects assessments, interventions and evaluation of effectiveness. Develops and revises individualized plans of care as indicated by assessment and patient response to treatment. # #Evaluates overall plan daily for effectiveness. # Involves the patient and family in the formulation of goals. Follows the seven (7) medication rights and reduces the potential for medication errors. Demonstrates knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on age of the patient and their clinical condition. Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and promotes positive patient outcomes. Adheres to and practices safety behaviors (CHAMP). Documents the nursing process and responses to care in a timely manner utilizing the appropriate tools. Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situations. # Utilizes critical thinking skills and sound judgment in priority setting and delegation. Formulates and implements a teaching plan for patients and families based upon identified learning needs. Evaluates effectiveness of learning. Demonstrates autonomous practice, consistent with evidence-based standards. # Pursues personal and professional growth and development. # Serves as a professional role model and mentor. Provides an accurate and pertinent report of the patient#s condition for safe transfer of care. Promotes and participates in quality improvement initiatives related to patient experience quality and safety. Possess the flexibility to float between Manchester Memorial and Rockville General Hospitals. #

Job Schedule: Part Time Standard Hours: 24 Job Shift: Shift 3 Shift Details: Work where every moment matters. Every day, over 30,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network. The Hospital of Central Connecticut is an acute-care community teaching hospital, we provide comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services in general medicine and surgery, as well as a wide variety of specialties. Staffed by our talented team of leading professionals, The Hospital of Central Connecticut provides a wide array of services throughout the region, caring for patients from birth through the end of life. This is a 26 bed medical unit with telemetry. We are the Stroke Center of Excellence, Joint Commission Certification. The staff includes Registered Nurses, Nurse Assistants, Administrative Support Staff, with attending Physicians and Mid-level providers available 24-7. Our unit is equipped with the highest levels of technology including Electronic Patient Records. Our staff works in collaborative environments with strong interdisciplinary teams in a patient centered care model in a richly diverse work space. Under the direction and general supervision of the Clinical Manager, the Registered Nurse (RN) provides nursing care in accordance with the State Nurse Practice Act, policies and procedures of the hospital and as directed by the medical staff. The Registered Nurse (RN) who through knowledge and ability utilizes the nursing process to develop a plan of care which includes standards of practice to meet the physical, emotional spiritual, cultural and educational needs of the patient and family. Incorporates the needs and behaviors of patient's age group in planning and providing care. Qualifications • RN with current Connecticut license required • ASN/ BSN We take great care of careers. With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge - helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.

Department/Unit: Wound Ostomy Work Shift: Day (United States of America) The Wound Ostomy Continence (WOC) Nurse is an expert in the nursing care of those with wound, ostomy, and continence needs, who supports the delivery of patient care and facilitates patient progress and transitions across the institution and throughout the acute care stay. The WOC Nurse functions as a care provider directly through hands-on clinical support and indirectly as educators, consultants and clinical experts. Hourly Rate: $38.53 - $63.58 Assessment-collects pertinent data and information relative to the health or situation of the healthcare consumer with wound, ostomy, and/or continence care needs. Diagnosis-analyzes assessment data to determine actual or potential diagnoses, problems, or issues related to wound, ostomy, and/or continence care needs. Outcomes Identification-identifies expected outcomes for a plan that is individualized to the healthcare consumer or the situation involving wound, ostomy, and/or continence care issues. Contributes to efforts to improve healthcare efficiency while attaining positive outcomes. Collects and analyzes data, including cultural influences and factors, to monitor the quality of WOC nursing practice. Collaborates with the interprofessional team to implement quality improvement plans and interventions to enhance wound, ostomy, and/or continence care. Provides critical review and/or evaluation of policies, procedures, and guidelines to improve the quality of wound, ostomy, and/or continence care. Assesses the patient's wound, ostomy, and/or continence care needs; and the available resources to achieve the desired outcomes. Assists the organization in factoring costs, risks, and benefits in decisions about care through participation in Value Analysis for product determination, NPWT costs, and specialty bed purchase/rental costs. Assists the patient in identifying and securing appropriate services to address wound, ostomy, and/or continence care needs for patients. Identifies the impact of resource allocation on the potential for harm, complexity of the task, and desired outcomes. Additional Job Description/Requirements Graduated from an accredited WOC Nursing Education Program with a plan to be tri-certified within 1 year of graduation. Bachelor's Degree with major in nursing required. Master's in Nursing preferred or currently obtaining Master's in Nursing with plan for completion within 5 years. Must hold current NYS Registered Nurse license. 3-5 years of experience in nursing. Able to communicate effectively at all levels within the organization and with external customers and agencies. Creates a collegial and collaborative environment among all members of the healthcare team. Articulates clear expectations with staff and members of the patient care team. Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for decisions. Identifies problems, gathers data, establishes facts, and draws valid conclusions. Ability to improve job performance through continuing education. Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center! Albany Medical is an equal opportunity employer. This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that: Access to information is based on a “need to know” and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.

The Registered Nurse of Maternity Services reports to the Clinical Nurse Manager. # Utilizing the nursing process, provides high quality direct and indirect patient#centered care. # Coordinates patient care by working collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team, patients and families. # Communicates, as appropriate, the patient#s clinical condition, responding quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment. # Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and the skills necessary to provide age appropriate care to the patient population served. # Promotes the profession of nursing and professional practice through collegial support and interactions. EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION/EXPERIENCE: Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing. Current licensure in the state of Connecticut. Must have certification in ACLS, and NRP upon hire or receive both certifications within a year after hire date and maintain clinical competency during employment with ECHN in this role. Must have certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support upon hire or receive certification within the new employee introductory orientation period and maintain clinical competency during employment with ECHN in this role. Must have Electric Fetal Monitoring Certification within a year after hire date. Labor and delivery experience preferred. COMPETENCIES: Able to communicate effectively in English # both verbally and in writing Possesses basic computer skills ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES: Disclaimer: Job descriptions are not intended, nor should they be construed to be, exhaustive lists of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. # They are intended to be accurate reflections of the principal duties and responsibilities of this position. # These responsibilities and competencies listed below may change from time to time. # ######### Job-Specific Competency Performs population-specific comprehensive assessments and re-assessments of the maternal and newborn condition and care needs including the psychosocial, physical, educational, cultural, and spiritual aspects. Assesses and reassesses pain. # Utilizes appropriate pain management tools and techniques. # Educates the patient and family regarding pain management. # Documentation reflects assessments, interventions and evaluation of effectiveness. Develops and revises individualized plans of care as indicated by assessment and patient response to treatment. ## Evaluates overall plan daily for effectiveness. # Involves the patient and family in the formulation of goals. Follows the five (5) medication rights and reduces the potential for medication errors. Demonstrates knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on age of the patient and their clinical condition. Performs all aspects of patient care which includes Labor and Delivery; Postpartum, Well Newborn, Scrub; Circulator; and Level II Newborn in an environment that optimizes patient safety and promotes positive patient outcomes. Documents the nursing process and responses to care in a timely manner utilizing the appropriate tools. Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situations. # Utilizes critical thinking skills and sound judgment in priority setting and delegation. Formulates and implements a teaching plan for patients and families based upon identified learning needs. Evaluates effectiveness of learning. Demonstrates autonomous practice, consistent with evidence-based standards. # Pursues personal and professional growth and development. # Serves as a professional role model and mentor. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the lifespan and the skills necessary to provide age-appropriate care to patients served. Able to interpret data about the patient status in order to identify each patient#s age-specific needs and provide care needed by the patient group. Provides an accurate and pertinent report of the patient#s condition for safe transfer of care. Demonstrates knowledge of fetal monitoring. Identifies FHR patterns and responds appropriately. # Maintains fetal monitoring competencies by attending two (2) strip reviews and/or one (1) fetal monitoring conference or workshop annually. Identifies early indications of inadequate newborn transition to extra-uterine life and responds appropriately while supporting the family unit.

Job Schedule: Full Time Standard Hours: 36 Job Shift: Shift 2 Shift Details: Evening shift - scheduled 3p-3:30a. every other weekend & holiday Bonus eligible for qualified applicants Work where every moment matters. Every day, over 30,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network. The Hospital of Central Connecticut is an acute-care community teaching hospital, we provide comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services in general medicine and surgery, as well as a wide variety of specialties. Staffed by our talented team of leading professionals, The Hospital of Central Connecticut provides a wide array of services throughout the region, caring for patients from birth through the end of life. We are a 47 bed community based Emergency Room that services approximately 80,000 to 85,000 patients per year with a wide variety of complaints and illnesses. This Emergency Department is well known for its efficient, collaborative, patient centric care. We pride ourselves on our patient and staff satisfaction, consistently focusing on improvements in those areas. If you compassionate, organized, calm under pressure, and patient with good critical thinking and communication skills, we are looking for you. Job Summary Our Nurses work in collaborative environments with strong interdisciplinary teams, focused on a patient centered care model in a richly diverse work space. Under the direction and general supervision of the Nurse Manager, the registered nurse utilizes evidence based practices in accordance with the State Nurse Practice Act, policies and procedures of the hospital and as directed by the medical staff. The registered nurse who through knowledge and ability uses the nursing process to develop a plan of care which includes standards of practice to meet the physical, emotional spiritual, cultural and educational needs of the patient and family. Qualifications RN with current Connecticut license required BSN preferred Experience in Emergency Medicine preferred New graduates to work under supervision per State guidelines Critical Success Factors: Demonstrates excellence in customer service Highly effective verbal and written communication skills. Self directed in clinical responsibilities. Demonstrated ability to work effectively with others Ability to manage and organize multiple clinical priorities. Ability to delegate to achieve patient outcomes. We take great care of careers. With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge - helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.

Department/Unit: VIR Nursing Work Shift: Staffing Options Program (United States of America) If you are looking for an RN position in the VIR, this could be your opportunity! We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Vascular Interventional Radiology Unit (VIR). Per Diem: $43.50 Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Administration of conscious sedation, hemodynamic monitoring, management of vented and critical care patients. Phase 1 anesthesia recovery of pediatric and adult patients. Use of and accessing central venous devices. Experience Requirements: Peri-procedural nursing care of outpatients and inpatients needing Interventional Radiology procedures. Administration of conscious sedation, hemodynamic monitoring, management of vented and critical care patients. Phase 1 anesthesia of pediatric and adult patients Use of and assessing central venous devises Desired Skills/Abilities: Critical Care experience with ACLS and/or PALS Pediatric experience preferred. Essential Duties & Responsibilities include but not limited to: Implements physician orders, administers medications, starts IVs, performs treatments, procedures and special tests, and document treatment as required by company policy and local/state/federal rules and regulations. Orders, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic tests to identify and assess patients' conditions. Assesses and evaluates patient needs for, and responses to, care rendered. Applies sound nursing judgment in patient care management decisions. Provides primary and emergency care for occupational and non-occupational injuries and illnesses. Administers over-the-counter and prescription medications as ordered. Collaborates with the nursing team to create a Plan of Care for all patients. Directs and guides ancillary personnel and maintain standards of professional nursing. Minimum Qualifications: Graduate of a professional academic nursing program in which a Diploma, Associate Degree or Baccalaureate Degree is conferred. Must hold current NYS Registered Nurse license Obtains and maintains certification in Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Minimum of 1-3 years of clinical RN experience is required Minimum of 1 year of Telemetry or ICU experience is required Ability to improve job performance through continuing education. Possesses knowledge of quality concepts, principles, and problem-solving tools and techniques and demonstrates ability to apply in support of departmental and patient care quality improvement. Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center! Albany Medical is an equal opportunity employer. This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that: Access to information is based on a “need to know” and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.

We are a small community hospital where your voice is heard! We believe in sharing ideas and working with staff to create innovative ideas to improve employee engagement and patient care. We are willing to train new graduates!#All new grads must pass NCLEX within 90 days of their graduation date. We offer a 1-year new grad program to partner with our Nursing Education team. PL days based off budgeted hours, and 3 floating holidays 401K with a 2% match is offered to RNs that are part of our union positions Annual BSN Bonus, Certification bonuses and Career Ladders with monetary rewards POSITION SUMMARY: Utilizing the nursing process, provides high quality direct and indirect patient centered care. # Coordinates patient care by working collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team. # Communicates, as appropriate, the patient#s clinical condition, responding quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment. # Responsible for creating and maintaining a safe, structured and therapeutic milieu, with age-specific behavioral management practices. # Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and the skills necessary to provide age appropriate care to the patient population served. # Promotes the profession of nursing and professional practice through collegial support and interactions. Reports to the Clinical Coordinator. Creates a caring and compassionate environment through Core Values of Teamwork, Respect, and Communication. # EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION: Must be a graduate of an accredited school of Nursing and have a current Registered Nurse license with the state of Connecticut. Must have certification in Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) upon hire and maintain clinical competency during employment with ECHN in this role. Must be trained in PMT and de-escalation techniques, as prescribed by ECHN, and receive certification within 6 months of hire into the role. COMPETENCIES: Must be able to communicate effectively using the English language in both verbal and writing situations. Must possess basic computer skills. Must be capable of taking swift and efficient action, including patient restraint when responding to patient emergency codes. ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES: Disclaimer: Job descriptions are not intended, nor should they be construed to be, exhaustive lists of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. # They are intended to be accurate reflections of the principal duties and responsibilities of this position. # These responsibilities and competencies listed below may change from time to time. # Job-Specific Competency Performs comprehensive assessments and re-assessments of the patient#s condition and care needs including the psychosocial, physical, educational and cultural aspects as evidenced by supervisor observation and chart audits. Assess and reassess pain. # Utilizes appropriate pain management tools and techniques. # Educates the patient and family regarding pain management. # Documentation reflects assessments, interventions and evaluation of effectiveness as evidenced by supervisor review/observation Develops and revises individualized treatment plans as indicated by assessment and patient response to treatment. ## Evaluates overall plan daily for effectiveness. # Involves the patient and family in the formulation of goals. Documentation reflects assessments, interventions and evaluation of effectiveness. Evidenced by supervisor review / observation. Follows the five (5) medication rights and reduces the potential for medication errors. Demonstrates knowledge of medications including psychotropic drugs and their correct administration based on age of the patient and their clinical condition as evidenced by chart audits and supervisor observation. Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and promotes positive patient outcomes as evidenced by supervisor observation. Documents the nursing process and responses to care in a timely manner utilizing the appropriate tools as evidenced by chart audits and supervisor observation. Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situations. # Utilizes critical thinking skills and sound judgment in priority setting and delegation as evidenced by supervisor observation. Formulates a teaching plan based upon identified learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning, family is included in teaching as appropriate as evidenced by chart audits and supervisor observation. Practices autonomously, consistent with evidence-based standards. # Pursues personal and professional growth and development. # Serves as a professional role model and mentor as evidenced by supervisor observation. Demonstrates the ability to maintain a safe and therapeutic environment as evidenced by observation of appropriate interventions as well as patient, peer and supervisor feedback. Demonstrates clinical expertise, perceptiveness, empathy and interpersonal warmth as evidenced by supervisor and peer observation and feedback on Satisfaction Surveys. # Displays and promotes sensitivity to the privacy needs of psychiatric patients. Effectively uses psychological and physical management techniques to manage violent or potentially violent situations consistent with PMT training as evidenced by peer and supervisor observation. Participates in Early Response codes and Dr. Strong codes, attendance at PMT refresher trainings. Demonstrates the abilities to effectively set limits with patients and maintain appropriate professional and personal boundaries as evidenced by peer and supervisor observation. # Collaborates and communicates with all members of the treatment team to effectively meet the treatment needs of the patient as evidenced by feedback from treatment team members and supervisor observation. Provides psychotherapeutic treatment to patients as evidenced by documentation reflecting individual psychotherapeutic interventions and documentation of nurse-led educational and psychotherapeutic groups. #HPECHN