Registered Nurse (RN), Wound Care SH, Per Diem

Sharon Hospital; Sharon (CT); Sur place; USD 77 000 - 96 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

401(k) Retirement Plan

Wellness Programs

Résumé du poste

Sharon Hospital in Connecticut is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide direct patient care in General Medicine 1. The role requires CT RN licensure, BLS, and preferred wound care certification. Work shift is 8-hour, with variable days and per diem status.

The ideal candidate has experience in Medical-Surgical, home health or wound care settings and is committed to professional growth and patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with CT license.
• BLS certification required.
• Wound care certification preferred.
• Medical Surgical, home health or wound care experience preferred.

Responsabilités

• Completes patient assessment and reassessment as clinically indicated.
• Documents detailed information reflecting the plan of care, interventions and outcomes.
• Ensures proper documentation for transfer/discharge as indicated.
• Administers medications following the five Rights of Medication Administration.

Connaissances

Nursing

Patient Care

Documentation

Medication Admin

Formation

Associate's degree in Nursing

Description du poste

Northwell is 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.

Sharon Hospital is a 78-bed general hospital located in northwestern Connecticut, a region that offers an inspiring 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
• Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (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 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. Work shift: Variable Days; 8-hour shifts between the hours of 7:00am and 5:00pm Status: Per Diem

Required: State of CT RN license. BLS certification required. Wound care certification preferred. Medical Surgical, home health or wound care experience also preferred.

Responsibilities:

• 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.
• 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.
• 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 the risk factors identified. Conducts bedside shift report and bedside rounds with peer on assigned patients at change of shift.Demonstrate quality by documenting the application of 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. Assesses and documents patient/family/significant other response to teaching.
• Cares for specific patient populations, despite location, as necessary.
• Deliver Patient Centered Care: Embrace the cultural diversity and difference of patients and team members. Respect the dignity of all individuals through the maintenance of the caring relationship. Maintains open lines of communication inclusive of actively listening.
• Meets accreditation, regulatory, and compliance responsibilities related to the position.
• Works to promote a culture of learning and growth:Seek experiences and formal and independent learning activities to maintain and develop clinical and professional skills and knowledge. Teach others to succeed through mentorship. Performs other duties as assigned within the state nursing scope of practice.

Education:

ASSOCIATE'S LVL DGRE

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.

Company:

Sharon Hospital

Department:

General Medicine 1

Exempt:

No

Salary Range:

$56.65

Closing:

With strong hearts 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 Nuvance Health!

Benefits:

• 401(k) Retirement Plan and Wellness Programs.
• Available benefits for union positions may vary in accordance with applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements.