Registered Nurse - Gero Psych - Per Diem

Valley Health; Winchester Center (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Valley Health is looking for a Registered Nurse - Gero Psych to join their team on a Per Diem basis. The RN will be responsible for delivering comprehensive nursing care, ensuring high-quality communication and effective teamwork within the healthcare environment. Candidates must possess an RN License, have a minimum of two years of RN experience, and complete yearly competencies. Valley Health offers competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including a Zero-Deductible Health Plan and tuition assistance.

Benefits

Zero-Deductible Health Plan

Dental and vision insurance

Generous PTO

Tuition assistance

Retirement savings match

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness programs

Discounts and professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Must hold RN License.
• Two years of RN experience required.
• Competent in providing care across human development stages.

Responsibilities

• Utilizing job skills to carry out the nursing process.
• Responsible for quality communication and teamwork.
• Directs patient teaching and implements quality/safety initiatives.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Patient Care

Nursing Process

Education

Associates Nursing (RN Diploma, ASN or ADN)

Bachelors Nursing (BSN)

Tools

BLS Certification

Job description

Registered Nurse - Gero Psych - Per Diem

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Job Description

The registered professional nurse is responsible for utilizing job skills to effectively carry out the nursing process, including assessment, diagnosis, outcomes identification, planning, evaluation, documentation, and time management. She/he is responsible for quality communication, teamwork, and professionalism. Additionally, directs, coordinates, and implements patient teaching, quality/safety initiatives, and activities of other health team personnel while maintaining standards of professional nursing.

Department

GEROPSYCH - 206063

Worker Sub Type

Per Diem

Work Shift

First Shift (United States of America)

Pay Grade

135

Additional Responsibilities

A Registered Nurse Per Diem (RN PD) is responsible for the care of the assigned patient population. Requirements include completing yearly mandatory competencies, unit-specific competencies, and Professional Practice Ladder requirements such as assuming charge nurse responsibilities, participating in PI activities, and sharing information with the director/designee and team. Portfolio submission is required annually by March 1st. Routine patient/family satisfaction validation, peer reviews, and educational postings are also part of the role.

Education

Associates Nursing (RN Diploma, ASN or ADN) required. Bachelors Nursing (BSN) preferred.

Experience

Two years of RN experience required.

Certification & Licensure

RN License required. BLS Certification (American Heart ‘Healthcare Provider’ - AHA approved) required. Relevant specialty certification is preferred.

Additional Certification/Licensure Requirements

• Must be licensed or eligible to practice as a Registered Nurse in Virginia, either via Multi-state License under Nurse Licensure Compact or Single-State License.
• New hires must have AHA certification prior to orientation.

Qualifications

• Competent in providing care across human development stages.
• Capable of utilizing the nursing process for patient care.
• Reliable phone communication with the hospital is required.
• Must hold an Eligibility to Test Letter from the Virginia Board of Nursing or equivalent, depending on residency and licensure status.

Benefits

Valley Health offers competitive salary and benefits, including a Zero-Deductible Health Plan, dental and vision insurance, generous PTO, tuition assistance, retirement savings match, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness programs. Additional perks include discounts and professional development opportunities. Visit valleyhealthbenefits.com for details.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Part-time
• Job function: Healthcare Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Healthcare

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