Nursing Jobs in East Lyme, CT

Infection Control Nurse Temporary

apartment Apple Rehab Colchester location_onColchester, CT

Located just off the Town Green in the center of Colchester, Apple Rehab Colchester has been providing the community with unsurpassed nursing care & rehabilitation services for more than three decades. Through a full complement of physical, occupational and speech language therapies, highly - skilled nursing care and physician driven programs, Apple Rehab Colchester provides a comprehensive rehabilitation program to meet your needs. Recognizing the multiple dimensions of health and wellness, the Memory Care Program at Apple Rehab Colchester provides a comprehensive, holistic approach to care in addition to contemporary pharmacological based treatment modalities. Our treatment plans are designed to compassionately care for patients and families coping with Alzheimer’s and dementia related disorders, incorporating the environment of care, coaching, life strategies, and medication management. Apple Rehab is a family owned and operated company that treats residents and staff like family too. Our expert team of senior management is located at our home office, right in Avon, CT, ensuring superior care from a local company. Our leadership is not across the country, but rather in your backyard. Job Description: RN Registered Nurse Infection Control Nurse Infection Prevention Functions: The RN Registered Nurse Infection Preventionist plans, develops, organizes, implements, and evaluates the infection control program. Researches current literature and technical reports to ensure that the facility’s infection control processes and procedures are maintained to appropriate standards. Communicates compliance related issues to appropriate parties. Monitors, through surveillance and inspection, as appropriate, to ensure that proper infection prevention procedures are being followed consistently and within quality standards. The RN Registered Nurse Infection Preventionist collaborates with and assists supervisors and professionals in training and educating all personnel as to the importance of required infection prevention procedures. Prepares required reports for quarterly medical staff meetings. The RN Registered Nurse Infection Preventionist monitors all residents and staff infections. Tracks and oversees reporting of any outbreaks within the facility. Also coordinates and tracks IV and antiobiotic usage within resident population. Consults on wound care and tracks wounds and skin issues of all types. Provides direct nursing care as needed by the Nursing Services Department. The preferred candidate will be wound care certified in accordance with requirements of the CMS Mega Rule. Must hold a current state RN license and be a nurse in good standing. Must meet all applicable federal and state licensure requirements. Ability to supervise and instruct others. Attention to detail, good follow through skills and ability to prioritize multiple tasks. Previous experience in a hospital or long term care facility. Must be knowledgeable of general, rehabilitative, and infection control requirements, OSHA laws and regulations, nursing and medical practices, and guidelines governing long term care. Demonstrates cooperation in assisting others and ability to work as a team. Patience, tact, enthusiasm, and a positive attitude toward the residents and their support networks. Apple Rehab offers an attractive benefit package for employees of 30 hours or greater that may include the following: Scholarships and career growth opportunities 4 Weeks Paid Time Off 7 Paid Holidays Short and Long Term Disability Health Insurance Benefits Call-a-Doc / 24-7 MD telephone service Employee Assistance Program Life Insurance 401K Retirement Program Longevity Credit

RN

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Critical Care ICU RN - Per Diem

apartment Yale New Haven Health location_onWesterly, RI

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. Under the direction of the nurse manager, manages individualized, goal directed nursing care through the use of the nursing process and the principals of primary nursing, in accordance with Hospital and departmental policies and procedures. EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Responsibilities 1. Assesses the patient's physical and psychosocial condition on an ongoing basis throughout the continuum of care. Documents appropriately the information obtained from the ongoing assessment. Shares significant assessment data with the appropriate discipline. 2. Using the four tenets of Patient Family Centered Partnership, develops, communicates and documents a plan of care reflecting individualized patient problems and interventions to achieve the desired outcomes. Incorporates feedback from patient, family and all disciplines in developing the plan of care. 3. Uses critical thinking skills and judgment necessary to implement the medical plan of care, nursing interventions, and procedures as necessary for the care of the patient. Demonstrates basic clinical and technical skills according to established standards of practice. Anticipates potential changes in the patient's status and assesses the patient accordingly. 4. Evaluates the effectiveness and patient's response to the plan of care. Identifies appropriate nursing activities which contribute to the patient's progress towards achieving both short and long term goals. 5. Adheres to The Westerly Hospital policies and procedures 6. Adheres to the hospitals exposure control plans/blood- borne and airborne pathogens 7. Performs other duties as assigned or directed to ensure the smooth operation of the department to provide quality patient care 8. Staff/Self Development 8.1 Actively participates in train and educational activities for other staff members 9. Customer Service 9.1 Demonstrate a high level of respect, dignity compassion and professionalism for all customers by utilizing the four tenets of Patient Family and Centered Partnership 10. Employee Collaboration and Teamwork 10.1 Recognizes and values the contributions of fellow employees and displays cooperation and teamwork. 11. Resource Utilization 11.1 Reports to work on time, prepared to work and follow hospital policies for notice of lateness/absenteeism and time off requests. Qualifications EDUCATION Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing. EXPERIENCE One (1) to three (3) years of critical care nursing required. LICENSURE Valid State of Rhode Island Registered Nurse License. BLS required. ACLS required. CCRN preferred SPECIAL SKILLS Ability to communicate effectively and document information accurately. Ability to deal efficiently and effectively with a wide variety of individuals. Basic computer knowledge is preferred. Strong ability to communicate and interact professionally in busy environment. PHYSICAL DEMAND Bending, carrying items < 50 pounds, sitting/on phone for longer periods of time. YNHHS Requisition ID 165128

RN

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RN - Per Diem - 4.1 Neuro

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. Demonstrates Competency In The Care Of The Neuro Patient 11. Demonstrates Skill And Knowledge In Neuro Assessment 12. Demonstrates Skill And Knowledge In The Airway Management Of The Neuro Patient 13. Demonstrates Skill And Understanding In Caring For A Trached Patient 14. Demonstrates Skill And Understanding In Assisting The Physician And Caring For The Patient During Special Neuro Procedures 15. Demonstrates Knowledge And Understanding Of Our 'Tia' Teaching Program 16. Performs Pharynaeal, Endotracheal, Tracheostomy Suctioning According To Established Policy And Procedure: Pharynaeal, Endotracheal, Tracheastomy 17. Demonstrates Skill And Understanding In The Use Of Equipment And Care Of Patient In A Halo Brace 18. Demonstrates Skill And Understanding Of Nursing Responsibilities And Interventions For The Patient On A Ventilator 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. LICENSURE Valid State Of Connecticut Registered Nurse License SPECIAL SKILLS BLS Required YNHHS Requisition ID 165050