Nursing Jobs in Tolland, CT

Assess and evaluate students' medical history, including social, behavioral, psychological and familial concerns Utilizing evidenced based practice, identify need for appropriate nursing services in the school setting Initiate a plan of care with student and family input to best meet needs of individual student Implement plan of care with consultation with school staff and community providers as necessary Evaluate effectiveness of interventions and revise plan as necessary. Provides care for students in special needs classroom as assigned Administer prescribed and approved medication to students with parent/guardian and physician consent Conducts home visits to initiate or follow up on the health care needs of students. Notify appropriate individuals, ie building nurse, parents, staff, physicians of immediate and potential health related concerns Provides information about health and disease prevention in cooperation with health education programs within Springfield Public Schools Promotes healthy programs in collaboration with coalitions, associations, CDC and Department of Public Health Acts as a resource in health education to students and families and refers to appropriate help agencies when necessary Report to work as scheduled and conducts self in professional manner. Is a role model for other nurses and for students in SP PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: No lifting, bending or twisting restrictions. Must be able to ambulate quickly and walk up four flights of stairs. QUALIFICATIONS: A minimum of one to two years of child health, community health or other relevant clinical nursing experience A valid and current Licensed Practical Nurse License by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. CPR and First Aid Certification by a recognized provider, renewable biannually. Hourly Rate - $39.21 - $40.70 \"If you BELIEVE, we have a place for YOU on our team! Come work for us!\" About our District Springfield Public Schools is a cultural gem in Western Massachusetts that is committed to providing a learning environment that opens the doors of infinite possibilities to our amazing students and staff. We strive to equip each of our approximately 24,000 students with learning experiences that enhance their knowledge and critical thinking skills. We are the 3rd largest district in Massachusetts. Our district has over 44 languages spoken and over 60 countries represented by both students and staff. We foster a positive and professional environment in our schools and worksites where people feel valued, respected, supported, seen and heard. Our students and staff share their ideas and perspectives, learning from and appreciating each other. We are a district that is committed to equity and excellence. Join a team that Empowers Educators In addition to offering competitive salaries and benefits, we provide numerous cutting-edge professional development opportunities for all staff. We let our data shape the professional development of the district, therefore, it is relevant and actionable. We support our teaching staff with mentors such as instructional leadership specialists and effective educator coaches to work with them throughout the year in lesson planning, data analysis and management. Our district offers career advancement opportunities and is invested in "Grow our Own" and educational pipeline programs. These programs help our staff achieve a college degree or lead to certification pathways. If there is something that you would like to know specifically about the position that you are applying for or assistance with matching your skills to a position, Carmen Molina-Figueroa will be happy to assist you at molina-figueroac@springfieldpublicschools.com. The Springfield Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy related conditions, ancestry, age, disability, or military service, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation. The Springfield Public Schools is committed to maintaining a learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, disability or homelessness. NONDISCRIMINATION EMPLOYMENT STATEMENT The Springfield Public Schools does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy related conditions, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, or marital status. NOTICE OF SEX NONDISCRIMINATION Springfield Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination, including sexual harassment, in any education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and its regulations, including in admission and employment. Inquiries about Title IX may be referred to the Springfield Public Schools' Title IX Coordinator, titleix@springfieldpublicschools.com, the U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights at https://ocrcas.ed.gov/contact-ocr, or both. The Springfield Public Schools Title IX Coordinator is Katie O'Sullivan, Senior Administrator of Human Resources, 1550 Main Street, Springfield, MA 01103, 413-787-7100 ext. 55428, titleix@springfieldpublicschools.com. Springfield Public School's sex nondiscrimination policy and grievance procedures can be located on the Springfield Public Schools website, www.springfieldpublicschools.com/non-discrimination To report information about conduct that may constitute sex discrimination or make a complaint of sex discrimination under Title IX, please refer to titleix@springfieldpublicschools.com 
Overview Several shifts available - let us know what works best for you when you apply! This is one of the better opportunities out there for Health Aides or CNAs and we will take great care of you! Why?.. + Great benefits! Full-time benefits offering! Health Insurance offerings! Paid Time Off! 12 Holidays! 401K Savings Plan! Tuition Assistance! Vision Care, Life Insurance and more!! + $20/hr to start and far exceeds state pay average! + Extra pay for shifts outside normal workday! Extra $3.50/hr weekdays between 7pm and 7am Monday through Friday (shift ends Friday at 7am) Extra $4.00/hr for weekends beginning at 7pm on Friday and ending 7am on Monday. + Mileage Reimbursement! + Respectful and Desirable Health Aide / CNA Work Setting! Predictable Hours! Safe and highly vaccinated work environment including the member population you care for Our Health Aides and staff love the familiarity and relationships establishes with our members You will likely find more autonomy and flexibility than you have in your current role Our model is low-volume and very member and quality care focused About Fallon Health Founded in 1977, Fallon Health is a leading health care services organization that supports the diverse and changing needs of those we serve. In addition to offering innovative health insurance solutions and a variety of Medicaid and Medicare products, we excel in creating unique health care programs and services that provide coordinated, integrated care for seniors and individuals with complex health needs. Fallon has consistently ranked among the nation’s top health plans, and is accredited by the National Committee for Quality Assurance for its HMO, Medicare Advantage and Medicaid products. For more information, visit fallonhealth.org. About Summit ElderCare : Fallon Health operates the largest Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) in New England and the fifth largest in the country. Called Summit ElderCare, Fallon’s PACE helps provide older adults and their caregivers with a welcome alternative to nursing home care. Participants in Summit ElderCare have access to comprehensive medical services and social support at a Summit ElderCare site while they keep the independence of living in their own homes and communities. Summary: Provides personal care, light housekeeping and assistance with ADLs (Activities of Daily Living) as outlined in each SE participant’s plan of care in participant homes as well as at the PACE center; exercises independent judgement; reports any changes in participant status to the IDT; participates in carrying out infection control precautions and increased cleaning and disinfecting of the PACE center as assigned and in accordance with current CDC guidelines Responsibilities Under the supervision of the RN, assists with the Activities of Daily Living (ADL) needs of participants both at the PACE center and in participants’ homes (i.e., community, Assisted Living Facilities, Rest Homes, Supportive Housing programs, etc.) Contributes to the development of a care plan for participants through interaction with other members of the Interdisciplinary Team. Collaborates with members of the Interdisciplinary Team to assure appropriateness and continuity of care. Carries out non-skilled treatments including, but not limited to vital signs, transfers, toileting, bathing, dressing at the PACE Center and in the community. Assists the Supervisor, Recreational Activities and other activities staff with individual and group programs by helping to plan individual treatment programs, increasing participants’ motivation to participate, assisting participants to participate when needed, and assisting with evaluation of program effectiveness. Assists registered therapists and certified therapy assistants with treatments and participant-specific activities which are ordered for each participant and assigned by the registered therapist including, but not limited to, positioning, transfers, ambulation, and exercises. Maintains a clean and safe working and/or living environment in the PACE center and/or participants’ homes. Assists with meal and snack preparation, serving, feeding as needed, and clean-up. Uses safe techniques in all interactions with participants at the PACE Center and in participants’ homes. Provides accurate and timely documentation in the EMR and other systems as required by SE policies and procedures and/or as assigned by supervisor. Participates in carrying out schedule of daily cleaning and disinfecting of the PACE center in accordance with CDC guidelines for increased precautions Actively participates in distribution of work for health aides to ensure care needs of participants and site tasks are completed timely and appropriately including but not limited to community-based care and center-based tasks, as assigned Actively participates in regular team meetings for health aides at respective site Participates in carrying out infection control precautions and increased cleaning and disinfecting of the PACE center as assigned and in accordance with current CDC guidelines Performs all duties in accordance with FH and Summit ElderCare policies and procedures. Qualifications Education: Completion of an approved Home Health Aide or Certified Nursing Assistant Training Program is highly desirable, but we will accept equivalent work experience in lieu of certificate. Certification: Certification as a Home Health Aide or Nursing Assistant is desired. Reliable Transportation Required. Experience: One year of experience working with a frail and/or older adult population preferably in a PACE program. If under one year, must complete Summit Eldercare training program for health aides prior to working with participants independently. Must complete a standardized set of Summit Eldercare competencies for Health Aides on an annual basis. Fallon Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. #P03