36 Hr Day Shift RN - 6.2 Med/Surg Oncology

Yale NewHaven Health; New London (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Yale NewHaven Health seeks a Registered Nurse to assess, plan, implement and supervise patient care on a nursing unit. The RN will work under the Nurse Manager/Clinical Coordinator and may serve as Charge Nurse or Preceptor. Responsibilities include care planning, team coordination, and patient education.

Must hold Connecticut RN license and BLS certification; BSN preferred. Experience in Medical, Surgical, Oncology, and Chemotherapy is valued. On-site position with standard nursing shifts.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program; BSN preferred.
• Proficient with computer software including electronic patient records; internet literature searches.
• Connecticut RN license required.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient's physical and psychosocial condition on an ongoing basis and update the care plan.
• Develop and document an individualized care plan with patient/family and healthcare team.
• Coordinate care with the healthcare team and other units; supervise unit activities as needed.
• Plan for education after assessing learning needs and readiness of patient and family.
• Function as a Preceptor to new staff and as Charge Nurse as assigned.
• Administer chemotherapy according to established protocols and ensure safety.

Skills

BLS Certification

Education

BSN Preferred

Tools

Electronic Medical Records

Job description

Overview

To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.

Works Under The Supervision Of The Nurse Manager/Clinical Coordinator. The Registered Nurse (Rn) Assesses, Plans, Implements, Evaluates And Supervises Individual Patient Care On A Nursing Unit/Department According To Unit Policies And Procedures. Provides Supervision Of Non-Rn Personnel On The Assigned Unit. When Assuming The Charge Role, Delegates And Supervises Unit Activities. May Be Requires To Work On Other Nursing Units According To Distribution Of Staff And Patients. Performs Other Duties As Assigned Or Requested In Order To Maintain A High Level Of Service.

EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran

Responsibilities

• 1. Assesses The Patient's Physical And Psychosocial Condition On An Ongoing Basis Throughout The Continuum Of Care.
• 2. Develops, Communicates And Documents A Plan Of Care Reflecting Individualized Patient Problems And Interventions To Achieve Desired Outcomes, Involving The Patient, Family And Healthcare Team In This Process.
• 3. Implements And Coordinates This Plan Of Care In Collaboration With The Healthcare Team.
• 4. Evaluates The Effectiveness Of The Plan Of Care, Patient's Response To Care, And Readiness For Discharge. Revises The Plan Of Care As Needed And Makes Referrals Where Indicated.
• 5. Plans For Education After Assessing The Individual Learning Needs And Readiness Of The Patient And Family. Provides Educational Opportunities And Documents Outcomes.
• 6. Functions As A Preceptor To New Staff.
• 7. Functions As A Charge Nurse.
• 8. Meets Performance Expectations For Customer Service, Teamwork, Resource Utilization, And Staff And Self Development As Outlined In Performance Review.
• 9. Performs Other Duties As Assigned Or Directed To Ensure Smooth Operation Of The Department/Unit.
• 10. Demonstrates Skill And Understanding In The Care Of The Chemotherapy Patient According To Policy And Procedure.
• 11. Demonstrates Ability To Access Port-A-Caths And Initiating Iv Access.
• 12. Administers Chemotherapy According To Established Protocols.
• 13. Adheres To Safety Standards For Chemotherapy Administration.
• 14. Demonstrates Competency In The Care Of Hospice Patients And Their Families.

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

Medical, Surgical, Oncology And Chemotherapy Preferred

LICENSURE

Valid State Of Connecticut Registered Nurse License

SPECIAL SKILLS

Bls Certification Required