Registered Nurse (p/t) - Psych Dept.

Norwalk Hospital Association; Norwalk (CT); On-site; USD 67,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life/AD&D insurance

Job summary

Norwalk Hospital Association is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide direct patient care within the Psych Unit. The role requires collaboration with the interprofessional team, documentation of nursing plans, and adherence to ANA scope of practice.

Qualified candidates should have an Associate's Degree in Nursing (or Baccalaureate preferred) and a CT RN license. Certifications with ANA or AMSN are preferred; hospital benefits and a supportive culture are offered.

Qualifications

• Connecticut RN license is required.
• ADN or BSN is preferred.
• Current and unobstructed Connecticut RN license and certifications are preferred by ANA/AMSN guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Complete patient assessment and reassessment with detailed documentation of plan of care, interventions and outcomes.
• Coordinate and supervise nursing care delivery, including delegation of tasks and accountability for care.
• Promote safety culture with bedside rounds, hand-offs, and adherence to hospital policies.
• Assess learning needs of patients and families and provide instruction using appropriate methods.
• Care for patient populations as needed across units.

Skills

BLS certification

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Job description

Northwellis the largest not-for-profit health system in the Northeast, serving residents of New York and Connecticut with 28 hospitals, more than 1,000 outpatient facilities, 22,000 nurses and over 20,000 physicians. Northwell cares for more than three million people annually in the New York metro area, including Long Island, the Hudson Valley, Connecticut and beyond, thanks to philanthropic support from our communities. Northwell is New York State’s largest private employer with over 104,000 employees —including members ofNorthwell Health Physician Partners— who are working to change health care for the better.

Norwalk Hospital is a 366-bed academic and community medical center serving Fairfield County, Connecticut, and the surrounding New York Metro area. We are a Level II Trauma Center and Joint Replacement Center of Excellence, and we provide advanced cancer, heart, and neuroscience care.

Our accolades include the following:

• The Leapfrog Group - Grade A for quality and patient safety
• Healthgrades - America’s 50 Best Hospitals
• U.S. News & World Report - high performance in heart failure treatment

At Norwalk Hospital, we prioritize the health and well-being of our team, fostering a friendly and supportive culture where collaboration and compassion are at the heart of what we do. From the moment you step through our doors, you’ll experience a sense of community that makes our hospital a truly special place to work. Our employees feel a deep connection here because we’re not just part of the community – we are its center.

Summary:

The Registered Nurse provides direct patient care that is guided by the American Nurses Association (ANA) scope of practice. A Registered Nurse collaborates with patients, family/significant others, peers, physicians, and other members of the interdisciplinary healthcare team in the delivery of healthcare services to patients. The Registered Nurse assesses the patients needs, care plans, implements, and evaluates the medical and nursing regimens in accordance with the hospital and nursing philosophy, policies/procedures, and standards. They demonstrate leadership skills and commitment to professional accountability and growth.

Responsibilities:

1. Completes patient assessment and reassessment as clinically indicated:

a. Documents detailed information incorporating the plan of care, interventions and outcomes reflecting the patients physical, mental, and emotional status.

b. Ensures appropriate documentation based on the level of care the patient is receiving to include transfer/discharge documentation as indicated.

1. Follows the five Rights of Medication Administration. Verbalize to patients/family/significant other the medication they are receiving. Assesses the patient prior to administering medications noting allergies, parameters, potential side effects, effectiveness and intervening as needed. Reassesses and documents response according to hospital policy.
2. Coordinates and supervises the delivery of nursing care, including the delegation of tasks:
   1. Maintains accountability for care delegated.
3. Actively works to promote a culture of safety:
   1. Assess patients for potential safety risks.
   2. Adheres to hospital policies and procedures regarding patient safety. Initiates interventions related to the risk factors identified.
   3. Conducts bedside shift report and bedside rounds with peer on assigned patients at change of shift.
   4. Demonstrate quality by documenting the application of the nursing process in a responsible, accountable, and ethical manner.
   5. Ensures patient hand-off as appropriate when leaving for breaks.
4. Assesses learning needs of patient/family/significant other. Plans and provides appropriate instruction using applicable teaching methods. Assesses and documents patient/family/significant other response to teaching.
5. Cares for specific patient populations, despite location, as necessary.

Education Skills Experience:

Graduated from an accredited school of nursing with an Associate's Level Degree (required) or Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (preferred).

Other Information:

Current and unobstructed Connecticut Registered Nurse License (CT Hospitals)

American Nurses Association endorsed Certifications or Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses Certification Preferred (*Based on Certification specialty hours of work requirement).

Working Conditions:

Manual: significant manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity

Occupational: Some occupational risk

Physical Effort: Medium to Heavy effort. May exert up to 35 lbs. force

Physical Environment: Some exposure to dirt, odors, noise, human waste, etc.

Credentials: RN, BLS

Company: Norwalk Hospital Association

Org Unit: 338

Department: Psych Unit

Exempt: No

Salary Range: $48.44 - $67.60

With strong heart and open minds, we’re pushing past boundaries and challenging the expected, all in the name of possibility. We are neighbors caring for neighbors, working together as partners in health to improve the lives of the people we serve. If you share our passion for the health of our communities, advance your career with Northwell Health

Available benefits include: Paid Time Off (PTO); Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage; Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts; Health Savings Account; 401(k) Retirement Plan; Basic Life and AD&D insurance; Wellness Programs; Employee Assistance Program; and Team Member Discounts. Available benefits for union positions may vary in accordance with applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements.