Compassionate Registered Nurse – Patient-Centered Care

Manchester Memorial Hospital, Inc.; Manchester (CT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Manchester Memorial Hospital, Inc. seeks a Registered Nurse to provide high-quality patient-centered care within the behavioral health setting. You will coordinate care, communicate clinical changes promptly, and maintain a safe therapeutic milieu for diverse patient populations.

The role requires a CT RN license, CPR certification, and PMT training with ongoing competency. You will work under the Clinical Coordinator and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Must be trained in PMT and de-escalation techniques and receive certification within 6 months of hire into the role.

Responsibilities

• Performs comprehensive assessments and reassessments of the patient's condition and care needs.
• Assess and reassess pain; educate patient and family regarding pain management.
• Develops and revises individualized treatment plans with patient/family involvement.
• Follows the five medication rights and understands psychotropic medications for age/condition.
• Documents the nursing process and responses to care timely using appropriate tools.
• Demonstrates flexibility, organization and ability to function under stress and in delegation contexts.
• Forms teaching plans based on learning needs and evaluates learning with family involvement.
• Practices autonomously and serves as a professional mentor to colleagues.
• Maintains a safe, therapeutic environment and fosters positive patient outcomes.
• Demonstrates clinical empathy and privacy sensitivity in care, with effective team collaboration.
• Uses PMT techniques for managing violent or potentially violent situations.
• Participates in Early Response codes and PMT refresher trainings.
• Maintains professional boundaries and communicates effectively with the treatment team.
• Provides psychotherapeutic treatment and nurse-led educational groups.

Skills

English communication

Basic computer skills

Rapid action & safety

Education

CT RN license

CPR certification

PMT training

Job description

Manchester Memorial Hospital, Inc. seeks a Registered Nurse to provide high-quality patient-centered care within the behavioral health setting. You will coordinate care, communicate clinical changes promptly, and maintain a safe therapeutic milieu for diverse patient populations.

The role requires a CT RN license, CPR certification, and PMT training with ongoing competency. You will work under the Clinical Coordinator and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team in a fast-paced environment.