Psych Unit RN: Patient-Centered Care Leader

Northwell Health; Norwalk (CT); On-site; USD 72,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwell Health’s Norwalk Hospital seeks a Registered Nurse to provide direct patient care in a 366-bed academic and community medical center serving Fairfield County, CT and the New York metro area. You will assess patients, develop and execute care plans, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including physicians and family members.

CT RN licensure is required; ANA-aligned practice, safety standards, and ongoing professional growth are emphasized in a supportive culture focused on

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited nursing program with an RN license (CT license preferred).
• Experience delivering direct patient care in a hospital setting is expected.
• Demonstrated ability to assess patient needs, plan and implement care, and educate patients and families.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care following ANA scope and hospital policies.
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care plans with collaboration.
• Administer medications safely according to five rights and document appropriately.
• Coordinate nursing care and supervise delegated tasks with the care team.
• Promote patient safety and participate in shift handoffs and rounds.

Skills

Patient assessment

Nursing care

Communication

Teaching patients

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Tools

EMR (Electronic Medical Records)

BLS

Job description

Northwell Health’s Norwalk Hospital seeks a Registered Nurse to provide direct patient care in a 366-bed academic and community medical center serving Fairfield County, CT and the New York metro area. You will assess patients, develop and execute care plans, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including physicians and family members.

CT RN licensure is required; ANA-aligned practice, safety standards, and ongoing professional growth are emphasized in a supportive culture focused on