Registered Nurse (RN), Geriatric Psych, night shift

Northwell Health; Sharon (CT); On-site; USD 55,572 - 79,749; Full time

Job summary

Northwell Health in Sharon, Connecticut, is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to join our caring team at Sharon Hospital. This role involves providing direct patient care, collaborating with families and healthcare teams to implement patient-centered strategies, and ensuring safety and comfort in a supportive environment.

Candidates are required to have an Associate’s degree in Nursing, a State of CT RN license, and current BLS and ACLS certifications. Previous RN experience is preferred, along with a commitment to professional growth and cultural competence.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with an Associate’s degree and a valid State of CT RN license.
• BLS and ACLS certifications required.
• Preferred experience of one year as an RN.

Responsibilities

• Completes patient assessment and reassessment to document care plans.
• Administers medications and documents patient responses.
• Coordinates nursing care delivery and supervises tasks.
• Promotes culture of safety and adheres to patient safety policies.
• Assesses patient education needs and provides instruction.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Medication Administration

Cultural Competence

Patient Education

Education

Associate’s degree in Nursing

Job description

Overview

At Nuvance Health, we enjoy the benefits of a two-state system as we cultivate an inclusive culture where everyone feels welcomed, respected and supported. Together, we are a team of 15,000+.

Sharon Hospital is a 78-bed general hospital located in northwestern Connecticut, offering a balance between work and life. We provide a full range of services, including bariatric surgery, cancer care, cardiology, emergency care, neurosciences, orthopedics, stroke care, surgical services and women’s services. Our accolades include: The Leapfrog Group - Grade A for quality and patient safety; American Heart Association - Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award; Vizient Quality Leadership Award; CMS - 5-Star Rating.

At Sharon Hospital, we pride ourselves on creating a culture of family caring for family. Our message to every patient, visitor, and caregiver is, “We’re here for you.” We are a community of caring hearts, providing compassionate care in a warm, friendly, and supportive environment. The region surrounding our campus is an ideal place to enjoy quality living as you pursue opportunities and make lifelong connections.

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 patient’s needs, develops 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

• Completes patient assessment and reassessment as clinically indicated. Documents detailed information incorporating the plan of care, interventions and outcomes reflecting the patient’s physical, mental, and emotional status.
• Ensures appropriate documentation based on the level of care the patient is receiving, including transfer/discharge documentation as indicated.
• Follows the five Rights of Medication Administration. Verbalizes to patients/family/significant other the medications 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.
• Coordinates and supervises the delivery of nursing care, including the delegation of tasks. Maintains accountability for care delegated.
• Actively works to promote a culture of safety. Assesses patients for potential safety risks. Adheres to hospital policies and procedures regarding patient safety. Initiates interventions related to identified risk factors. Conducts bedside shift report and bedside rounds with peers on assigned patients at change of shift. Documents the nursing process in a responsible, accountable, and ethical manner. Ensures patient hand-off as appropriate when leaving for breaks.
• Assesses learning needs of patient/family/significant other. Plans and provides appropriate instruction using applicable teaching methods. Documents patient/family/significant other response to teaching.
• Cares for specific patient populations as necessary, regardless of location.
• Delivers patient-centered care by embracing cultural diversity and maintaining open lines of communication with active listening.
• Meets accreditation, regulatory, and compliance responsibilities related to the position.
• Promotes a culture of learning and growth. Pursues experiences and formal and independent learning activities to maintain and develop clinical and professional skills and knowledge. Mentors others and performs other duties as assigned within the state nursing scope of practice.

Qualifications

Education: Associate’s level degree (DGRE).

Licenses/Certifications: State of CT RN license; BLS certification required; ACLS required by the end of probationary period. Minimum of one year of RN experience preferred. 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 coordination & finger dexterity
• Occupational: Some occupational risk
• Physical Effort: Medium to heavy effort; may exert up to 35 lbs
• Physical Environment: Some exposure to dirt, odors, noise, human waste, etc.

Department: Sharon Hospital – Psych Unit

Exempt: No

Salary Range: $40.34 to 57.89

Note: This description reflects responsibilities and expectations currently in effect and is subject to change. EEO statements and other required employment information are included as applicable.