Nursing Jobs in East Haddam, CT

RN Full-time
Yale New Haven Health

General Staff Nurse- LMH OR; Registered Nurse

apartment Yale New Haven Health location_onNew London, CT
Overview To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day. Works Under The Supervision Of The Nurse Manager/Clinical Coordinator. The Registered Nurse (Rn) Assesses, Plans, Implements, Evaluates And Supervises Individual Patient Care On A Nursing Unit/Department According To Unit Policies And Procedures. Provides Supervision Of Non-Rn Personnel On The Assigned Unit. When Assuming The Charge Role, Delegates And Supervises Unit Activities. May Be Requires To Work On Other Nursing Units According To Distribution Of Staff And Patients. Performs Other Duties As Assigned Or Requested In Order To Maintain A High Level Of Service. EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Responsibilities 1. Assesses The Patient?S Physical And Psychosocial Condition On An Ongoing Basis Throughout The Continuum Of Care. 2. Develops, Communicates And Documents A Plan Of Care Reflecting Individualized Patient Problems And Interventions To Achieve Desired Outcomes, Involving The Patient, Family And Healthcare Team In This Process. 3. Implements And Coordinates This Plan Of Care In Collaboration With The Healthcare Team. 4. Evaluates The Effectiveness Of The Plan Of Care, Patient?S Response To Care, And Readiness For Discharge. Revises The Plan Of Care As Needed And Makes Referrals Where Indicated. 5. Plans For Education After Assessing The Individual Learning Needs And Readiness Of The Patient And Family. Provides Educational Opportunities And Documents Outcomes. 6. Functions As A Preceptor To New Staff. 7. Functions As A Charge Nurse. 8. Meets Performance Expectations For Customer Service, Teamwork, Resource Utilization, And Staff And Self Development As Outlined In Performance Review. 9. Performs Other Duties As Assigned Or Directed To Ensure Smooth Operation Of The Department/Unit. 10. Explains Procedure/Environment To Patient As Appropriate, As Consistent With Their Level Of Comprehension. 11. Implements Actions To Prevent Patient (Neonate, Pediatric, Adolescent, Adult And Geriatric) Injury From: 12. Positioning 13. Extraneous Objects 14. Chemical/Physical/Electrical Hazards 15. Medications 16. Temperature 17. Infection 18. Prepares And Organizes Materials Recognizing Special Needs Of Patient (Neonate, Pediatric, Adolescent, Adult And Geriatric), Procedure And/Or Surgeon. 19. Checks And Maintains Specialty And Department Equipment And Supplies As Assigned. 20. Safely Operates All Equipment According To Manufacturer Specifications. Insures All Necessary Instrumentation And Equipment Are In Working Order. Follows Through With Repair/Replacement As Needed. 21. Implements Case Breakdown Procedure Insuring Minimal Downtime Between Cases. 22. Provides Complete And Accurate O.R. Records. 23. Communicates/Documents Patient Status And Care Needs To Appropriate Team Members. 24. Performs Individualized Nursing Assessment Of Physiologic And Psychosocial Status And Documents Same. Re-Assesses Throughout Surgical Case. 25. Adheres To O.R. Dress Code. Qualifications EDUCATION Graduate Of An Accredited School Of Nursing; Bsn Preferred. Proficient In Use Of Computer Software To Include Electronic Patient Records. Must Have Ability To Use Internet For Literature Searches Regarding Care For Patients. EXPERIENCE Previous Peri-Operative Course Curriculum And /Or Minimum 1 Year Of Recent Or Experience Preferred. LICENSURE Valid State Of Connecticut Registered Nurse License. BLS Required. SPECIAL SKILLS Certification In Peri-Operative Nursing Preferred (Cnor). Bls Required. YNHHS Requisition ID 144257
NP Full-time
Yale New Haven Health

APRN/APP/PA

apartment Yale New Haven Health location_onNorth Haven, CT
Overview To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day. The Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner is a licensed professional provider who functions in collaboration with an attending physician in a variety of practice settings at YNHHS. Provides exceptional direct diagnostic and therapeutic patient care to the highest standards of the organization as part of a multidisciplinary team. Cultivates a patient centric environment which focuses on the whole individual inclusive of physical, psychosocial, spiritual and functional needs of the patient, family, and significant others. Serves as the focal professional for the continuity of care in patient care within scope of practice standards, as well as specialty specific standards to address and resolve problems that may arise. EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Responsibilities 1. Clinical Care * The Physician Assistant (PA) or the Nurse Practitioner (NP) provides assessment, triage, and therapeutic management of patient/family needs throughout the disease process as an integral part of an interdisciplinary team. The NP/PA, whether the practice setting is the inpatient, ambulatory, or outpatient settings, provides optimal patient care, from diagnostic to prognostic matters. This individual works in collaboration with the attending supervising/collaborating physician(s) in accordance with state law and hospital regulations, hospital policy, protocols and clinical pathways and may provide autonomous team based care. * Obtains medical histories, performs physical examinations, reviews/orders diagnostic/therapeutic tests and radiologic results, formulates and manages patient treatment plans. The NP/PA may perform procedures, prescribe treatment and medications in accordance with institutional and state guidelines, as well as, when necessary for scope within specialty or professional competency standards. In some clinical specialties, the NP/PA may have autonomous practice managing certain patient populations. * The NP/PA may also function as first or second assistant on operative cases (as long as within position scope and job educational prerequisites are in place), using fine motor skills and manual dexterity. * Other clinical job duties may be applied in accordance with departmental and operational goals, training related to profession and practice necessitated guidelines and responsibilities, inclusive but not limited to responding to emergency situations within the YNHHS parameters 2. Patient Education & Psychosocial Support * The NP/PA will educate patients/families on care and recommended or available resources. In collaboration with the supervising/collaborating MD, this may be inclusive of admitting instructions, treatment plan, actual and potential side effects of treatments/medications, and discharge plan. * The NP/PA, as part of a multidisciplinary team, provides psychosocial support to patients, their family members, and significant others in a caring, ethical, and professional manner. 3. Information Management * The NP/PA ensures appropriate documentation within the accordance of hospital and regulatory requirements and protects information of all forms, whether computer-based, paper, film, voice, or other media from unauthorized access modification, destruction, or intentional or accidental disclosure. 4. Quality Management * The NP/PA is expected to demonstrate a high standard of moral and ethical behavior, professionalism, compassion, and commitment to patient care. * Ensures compliance with patient related healthcare regulatory requirements, standards and recommendations. 5. Professional Development * The NP/PA continuously engages in projects that maintain and advance professional competency. * The NP/PA serves as a clinical resource for new house staff and may provide service specific orientation pertinent to clinical education * Consistently demonstrates high reliability organizational behaviors through reporting safety events as well as near misses. * The NP/PA continuously engages in projects that maintain and advance professional competency. * Maintains all employee requirements determined by hospital policy. * The NP/PA may serve as a clinical preceptor for NP/PA students and other health care professionals and may serve as a mentor to pre-PA/NP candidates. * The NP/PA may collaborate on research, quality assurance and performance improvement projects, and assist with the formation of protocols that will be applied to clinical practice or further their educational and clinical expertise. Qualifications EDUCATION Graduate from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or an accredited Physician Assistant Program. EXPERIENCE Prefer clinical working experience as a NP/PA within the given specialty/service line recommended, but none required. APRNs, PAs, CRNAs and CNMs are required to be appointed to the Affiliated Medical Staff of a YNHHS Hospital and credentialed through the Medical Staff process. Evidence of current competence to practice as {an APRN, PA, CRNA, CNM} via appropriate reference letters from physicians and other practitioners must be able to be obtained during the Medical Staff appointment process in order to be eligible. LICENSURE Active PA Certification by the National Commission of Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA), Connecticut State Physician Assistant License, ACLS/BLS Certified, when indicated for position profile DEA License, when indicated for pediatric position profile PALS, when indicated for neonatal care NRP Certification. Additional licensure, certifications and/or continuing education credits may be required during employment based on position and area of specialty. OR Connecticut State Registered Nurse License, Connecticut State Nurse Practitioner License, Board specialty certification, as appropriate for position profile ACLS/BLS Certified, when indicated for position profile DEA License, when indicated for pediatric position profile PALS, when indicated for neonatal care NRP Certification. Additional licensure, certifications and/or continuing education credits may be required during employment based on position and area of specialty. To learn more, please email our In-House Physician Recruiter: Leah Gibbs at Leah.Gibbs@ynhh.org Websites: www.northeastmedicalgroup.org/careers www.ynhhs.org YNHHS Requisition ID 136112
RN School Other
New London Public Schools

School Nurse- Substitute (Anticipated)

apartment New London Public Schools location_onNew London, CT
Position Type: School Health Services/School Nurse Date Posted: 7/1/2025 Location: District Wide Closing Date: until filled TITLE: Substitute School Nurse - RN REPORTS TO: Supervisor of School Nurses SUPERVISES: School Nursing Assistant(s) TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: As determined by NLPS contract for substitute School Nurse PRIMARY FUNCTION: To provide comprehensive school health services for all students and maintain student health records. RELATIONSHIP WITHIN THE ORGANIZATION: New London Public Schools' Registered Nurses will act as members of the interdisciplinary team in planning and implementing the health/therapeutic/educational programs of the students. TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: This description of Substitute School Nurse is for identification and administrative purposes only. It is not intended to be a complete statement of all duties, which may be assigned or adjusted by the Superintendent of Schools according to varying needs. In the absence of the School Nurse, provide support for health care, emergency protocols, and transportation and classroom adaptations for students with special health care needs in coordination with classroom teachers and special education supervisors. Maintain accurate records using designated student information systems to ensure continuity and accountability of the school health program Maintain current health records and emergency medical information on all students as required by state regulations. Adhere to existing individual nursing care plans to meet the cultural, educational, emotional, mental, physical, and social needs of students. Ensure compliance with IEPs by having medically necessary equipment available as needed. Adhere to state regulations regarding proper administration and storage of student medication. Follow existing policies and procedures to ensure optimum health of all staff and students. Provide vaccinations to staff as needed. In the absence of the School Nurse, collaborate with agencies within and outside of the community to ensure continuity of service and care for students and families. Lift and/or restrain students as necessary according to training and district protocols. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Current Connecticut RN License Academic requirements as stated in the Connecticut Education Regulations Sec.10-212-2 Active CPR/BLS (Basic Life Support) and First Aid Certification PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Bilingual (English and Spanish) One-year appropriate clinical experience within the past three years Baccalaureate of Science in Nursing School Nurse certification PERFORMANCE EVALUATION: Annually by Supervisor of School Nurses SALARY: The workday is 7 hours (6.5 hours of work and .5 hour lunch) DATE: February 25, 2024 New London Public Schools New London, Connecticut New London Public School District is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Candidates from diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
RN Per Diem
Yale New Haven Health

General Staff Nurse - Pond 4-per diem; Registered Nurse

apartment Yale New Haven Health location_onNew London, CT
Overview To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day. Works Under The Supervision Of The Nurse Manager/Clinical Coordinator. The Registered Nurse (Rn) Assesses, Plans, Implements, Evaluates And Supervises Individual Patient Care On A Nursing Unit/Department According To Unit Policies And Procedures. Provides Supervision Of Non-Rn Personnel On The Assigned Unit. When Assuming The Charge Role, Delegates And Supervises Unit Activities. May Be Requires To Work On Other Nursing Units According To Distribution Of Staff And Patients. Performs Other Duties As Assigned Or Requested In Order To Maintain A High Level Of Service. EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Responsibilities 1. Assesses The Patient?S Physical And Psychosocial Condition On An Ongoing Basis Throughout The Continuum Of Care. 2. Develops, Communicates And Documents A Plan Of Care Reflecting Individualized Patient Problems And Interventions To Achieve Desired Outcomes, Involving The Patient, Family And Healthcare Team In This Process. 3. Implements And Coordinates This Plan Of Care In Collaboration With The Healthcare Team. 4. Evaluates The Effectiveness Of The Plan Of Care, Patient?S Response To Care, And Readiness For Discharge. Revises The Plan Of Care As Needed And Makes Referrals Where Indicated. 5. Plans For Education After Assessing The Individual Learning Needs And Readiness Of The Patient And Family. Provides Educational Opportunities And Documents Outcomes. 6. Functions As A Preceptor To New Staff. 7. Functions As A Charge Nurse. 8. Demonstrates The Ability To Provide A Safe Environment For Self And Patients. 9. Meets Performance Expectations For Customer Service, Teamwork, Resource Utilization, And Staff And Self Development As Outlined In Performance Review. 10. Performs Other Duties As Assigned Or Directed To Ensure Smooth Operation Of The Department/Unit. 11. Promotes A Safe Environment For The Protection Of The Patient And Others From Injury, And Effectively Manages Crisis Situations And Treatment Interactions With Due Respect For Patient Rights, Legal/Ethical Obligations, And The Therapeutic Goals Of Any Interventions Used. 12. Coordinates The Function Of The Therapeutic Melieu, And Encourages Participation In The Community, Promoting A Caring Atmosphere. 13. Demonstrates The Ability To Establish A Meaningful Therapeutic Relationship And Gain Patient?S Trust And Cooperation. 14. Promotes A Therapeutic Environment With Opportunities To Learn To Identify Psychodynamic And Alternative Coping Mechanisms To Problems. 15. Demonstrates The Ability To Set Clear And Realistic Expectations With The Patient. 16. Demonstrates An Understanding Of Group Dynamics And Effectively Leads Designated Treatment Groups. 17. Provides Opportunities For Patient To Make Decisions And Assume Responsibility For Self, Feeling And Goals, And Work Through Transference And Counter-Transference Issues. 18. Demonstrates The Ability To Give And Receive Constructive Feedback. 19. Provides Ongoing Psychiatric Nursing Assessment And Stabilization By Maintaining Honest And Non-Judgemental Role By Accepting The Patient As An Individual. 20. Provides Psychoeducation To Patients And Families. Qualifications EDUCATION Graduate Of An Accredited School Of Nursing; Bsn Preferred. Proficient In Use Of Computer Software To Include Electronic Patient Records. Must Have Ability To Use Internet For Literature Searches Regarding Care For Patients. EXPERIENCE N/A LICENSURE Valid State Of Connecticut Registered Nurse License SPECIAL SKILLS Bls Required YNHHS Requisition ID 138595