RN Med-Surg Full-time
Yale New Haven Health

General Staff Nurse- Full Time, Nights Med/Surg; 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. Demonstrates Skill And Understanding In The Care Of The Chemotherapy Patient According To Policy And Procedure. 11. Demonstrates Ability To Access Port-A-Caths And Initiating Iv Access. 12. Administers Chemotherapy According To Established Protocols. 13. Adheres To Safety Standards For Chemotherapy Administration. 14. Demonstrates Competency In The Care Of Hospice Patients And Their 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 Medical, Surgical, Oncology And Chemotherapy Preferred LICENSURE Valid State Of Connecticut Registered Nurse License SPECIAL SKILLS Bls Certification Required YNHHS Requisition ID 155607
RN Infusion Full-time
Yale New Haven Health

Infusion RN; Registered Nurse

apartment Yale New Haven Health location_onNew 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. As an integral member of the Yale New Haven Health System (YNHHS) healthcare team, the Registered Professional Nurse (RN) upholds the YNHHS mission, vision, values and strategic initiatives to provide the highest level of patient centered care. The RN practices professional nursing as a registered nurse within the legal and ethical framework established by the Connecticut Nurse Practice Act, American Nurses Association Scope and Standards for Nursing Practice, ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses and the YNHHS Professional Practice Model. The professional role of the RN is exemplified by the qualities of leadership, delegation, collaboration, effective communication, ensuring quality outcomes. YNHHS nurses practice in a framework outlined in our professional practice model, which states, "Achieving outcomes through Autonomy and Accountability". We value Nursing Professional Governance, and use evidence and data to support our practice with the patient and family at the center, always. The RN provides care that: * Establishes and maintains a therapeutic relationship with the patient and family encompasses an understanding and integration of cultural and diversity into practice * Includes communicating and working collaboratively with the patient, family and health care team members * Includes respecting the patient's values, preferences, expressed needs and knowledge of the healthcare situation in holistic data collection, in formulating health care outcomes and in the evaluation process. EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Responsibilities 1. STANDARDS OF PRACTICE RN practice is guided by the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice (2015). The Standards of Practice describe a competent level of nursing care as demonstrated by utilizing the nursing process components of assessment, diagnosis, outcomes identification, planning, implementation and evaluation. Assessment: The registered nurse collects pertinent data and information relative to the healthcare consumer's health or situation Diagnosis: The RN analyzes the assessment data to determine the actual and potential diagnoses or the issues. Outcomes Identification: The RN identifies expected outcomes for a plan individualized to the healthcare consumer or the situation. Planning: The RN develops and modifies a plan of care that prescribes strategies and alternatives to attain expected outcomes. Implementation: The RN implements the identified plan. Coordination of Care: The RN coordinates care delivery and transitions in care. Health Teaching and Health Promotion: The RN employs strategies to promote health and a safe environment. Evaluation: The RN evaluates progress toward attainment of outcomes. 2. STANDARDS OF PROFESSIONAL PERFORMANCE The ANA Standards of Professional Performance (2015) describe a competent level of behavior in the professional role, including activities related to: ethics, culturally congruent practice, communication, collaboration, leadership, education, evidence-based practice and research, quality of practice professional practice evaluation, resource utilization and environmental health. The RN is expected to engage in professional role activities, including leadership, appropriate to their education and position. The RN is accountable to for their professional actions to themselves, their healthcare consumers, their peers and ultimately to society. Ethics: The RN practices ethically. Culturally congruent practice: The RN practices in a manner that is congruent with cultural diversity and inclusion principles. Communication: The RN communicates effectively in all areas of practice Collaboration: The RN collaborates with healthcare consumer and other key stakeholders in the conduct of nursing practice. Leadership: The RN leads within the professional practice setting and the profession. Education: the RN seeks knowledge and competence that reflects current nursing practice and promotes futuristic thinking. Evidence-Based Practice and Research: The RN integrates evidence and research findings into practice Quality of Practice: The RN contributes to quality nursing practice. Professional Practice Evaluation: The RN evaluates owns' and others' nursing practice. Resource Utilization: The RN utilizes appropriate resources to plan provide and sustain evidence-based nursing services that are safe, effective and fiscally responsible Environmental Health: The RN practices in an environmentally safe and healthy manner. Qualifications EDUCATION Graduation from an accredited school of nursing. BSN preferred. All newly hired registered nurses must have current BCLS certification or must obtain within one month of hire. EXPERIENCE Registered Nurse is the foundational job description for all RNs. All RNs are encouraged to advance through the SPIRE clinical advancement program. LICENSURE Licensed and a currently registered nurse in the State of Connecticut. Clinical specialty certification highly encouraged. SPECIAL SKILLS Registered Nurse is the foundational job description for all RNs. All RNs are encouraged to advance through the SPIRE clinical advancement program. PHYSICAL DEMAND Requires prolonged standing; walking; use of sight, hearing, and touch. May be exposed to infectious diseases. Will be exposed to physical, mental and emotional illness as well as end of life conditions and death. Moderate stress and risk of injury from patient care. Standing/walking for more than half of the day. Frequently bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, twisting and lifting. Must be able to assist pushing/pulling/lifting patients ranging from five (5) to three hundred (300) pounds. Additional Information 2 years acute care RN or 2 years oncology RN required YNHHS Requisition ID 147379
CNA Full-time
Yale New Haven Health

Certified Nurse Assistant- Grimes Center

apartment Yale New Haven Health location_onNew 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. A member of the nursing staff who is highly involved in the delivery of quality nursing care. He/She will work in conjunction with the Charge Nurse to meet the resident's needs and/or resolve problems. EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Responsibilities 1. DUTIES: 1. Provides nursing care according to established policies and procedures. 2. Arrives to work on a timely manner and keeps absences down to a minimum. 3. Adheres to the dress code and comes to work prepared (watch, pen)/ 4. Reports on and off duty to the Charge Nurse. 5. Takes breaks and meals as designated by the Charge Nurse. 6. Receives report and resident assignment from the Charge Nurse and satisfactorily completes the assignments by the end of his / her shift including documentation of care. Reports to the nurse any unusual findings noted while giving care. 7. Completes additional task as requested. 8. Assumes responsibility for all residents on the unit especially when the assigned caregiver has gone off the unit. 9. Alerts the Charge Nurse immediately of any procedures or duty that needs clarification or instruction. 10. Adjusts to charges in the routines to meet resident's needs. 11. Adjust and adheres to changes in policies and procedures as revised by the facility. 12. Checks the master schedule to see when h/she is scheduled to work. 13. Requests time off, and vacation according to the facility policies and procedures. 14. Works holidays according to facility policies and procedures. 2. CLINICAL DUTIES: 1. Practices proper infection control techniques. Follows facility infection control policies and procedures. 2. Maintains meticulous personal hygiene and grooming of the resident. Give showers, bathes, and shampoos residents as assigned. Besides bathing and incontinent care daily AM and PM care includes oral hygiene, as well as denture care, shaves for men daily and women as needed, inspecting fingernails to ensure they are clean and well-trimmed, washing inspecting skin for red or open areas, bruises, skin tears, reports to Charge Nurse. 3. Toileting and/or incontinent care is provided according to the facilities policies and procedures. 4. Encourage resident to participate in active ROM when possible and perform passive ROM according to the facility policies and procedures. 5. Residents are assisted before, during, and after meals by placing residents in an upright position, ensuring teeth are in, glasses are on, setting up food in front of resident checking that resident has correct meal, at correct consistency and using Thickener if required. Give resident as much assistance as required (cut meat, open containers) encourage the resident to eat and/or feeds resident as indicated on the assignment sheet. Record resident's intake and repost to nurse if resident's intake is low meal is refused, etc. 3. CLINICAL DUTIES CONTINUED: 6. Transfers residents according to method indicated on assignment sheet. Follows policies and procedure on body mechanics and use of resident lifts. Notify nurse if in doubt of resident's capabilities or questions about transfer method to be used. 7. Ambulates residents as directed by assignment sheet, Charge Nurse or Physical Therapy. 8. Obtains the resident's vital signs and weight according to shift routine or as directed by Charge Nurse. 9. Answers calla lights promptly for any resident and addresses the resident's needs 10. Responds immediately to bed/chair alarms, Code Alert or door alarms. 11. Collects specimens of urine, stool, and sputum as directed by the Charge Nurse. 12. Passes out fresh water and ice, nourishments and snacks to residents as assigned, being sure to follow the resident's diet. 4. CLINICAL DUTIES CONTINUED: 13. Ensures safety of all residents. 14. Immediately reports to Charge Nurse any unusual occurrences or injury of a resident. 15. Immediately reports hazard/malfunctioning equipment to the Charge Nurse. 16. Obtains supplies for resident care as needed. 17. Assist with the transfers of a resident to another room or unit by packing the resident's belonging and then unpacking them in the new room. 18. Assist in resident's admission to the facility. Welcome resident and their family checking for name band, makes resident comfortable in the bed or chair. Unpacks the resident's belongings and puts them in appropriate place. Assist Charge Nurse in admission process as directed. 19. Makes resident beds, change linens as needed. Handles linens both clean and soiled according to facility policies. 20. Accepts changes in assignment as designated. Works in areas according to daily assignment. 5. NON-CLINICAL DUTIES: 1. Care for the resident's immediate environment and unit by making sure drawers, closets and bedside stands are clean, neat and orderly and the bed is properly made. 2. Ensures that resident is wearing a name band. 3. Places resident's personal clothing in hamper for laundry or in resident's closet if family does laundry. 4. Gathers and transports residents to recreational activities. 5. Accompanies residents to appointments at MD offices as directed. 6. Transports the resident to and from appointments with the facility. 7. Accepts changes in assignment as designated. 6. COMMUNICATION: 1. Communicates in a pleasant, polite, and helpful manner to residents, visitors, coworkers. 2. Works as a team member with co-workers. 3. Welcomes new employees and assists in their orientation by acting as preceptor. 4. Directs resident or visitors concerns to Charge Nurse or appropriate department head. 5. Exhibits a professional manner at all times. 6. Follows Employees Code of Conduct Policy. 7. DOCUMENTATION: 1. Records vital signs, weights, intake, and output, percentage of meals, bowel movements, bladder assessment, and ambulation list on the proper forms or in the EMR. Notifies the Charge Nurse of abnormal findings. 2. Documents care in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) 8. DUTIES SPECIFIC TO SHIFT: 7-3 Annual heights during month of December monthly weights by the end of the 1st full week of the month. Clean bedside stands. 3-11 Monthly blood pressure and pulses by the end of the 1st full week of the month. Cleans closets. Stores resident wheelchair and recliners in appropriate areas once resident is in bed. 11-7 Name band checks on residents nightly. Name plate on doors nightly. May be asked to perform other duties or be assigned Quality Monitoring projects as needed. 9. INSERVICE TRAINING 1. Attends State and Federal mandated in-service annually. 2. Attends in-service demand mandatory by the facility. 3. Attends at least 12 hours of in-service training in a calendar year (completed by December) as required by OBRA regulations. 10. Chaperone: will be responsible to chaperone patients as necessary to appointments and be in the room with them for certain procedures, examinations and treatments. i.e. Pelvic examination; Intravaginal physical therapy, Examination treatments, or procedures of or involving the external genitalia (inclusive of urinary catheterization); Examination, treatments, or procedures of the female patient?s breast(s)Rectal examinations or treatments, or procedures (inclusive of rectal tube insertion) Qualifications EDUCATION High School education or GED EXPERIENCE Certified according to State of Connecticut Public Health Code regulations. SPECIAL SKILLS Demonstrates excellent communication and personal skills. YNHHS Requisition ID 152482
CMA Pediatric Full-time
Yale New Haven Health

Medical Assistant - Pediatrics

apartment Yale New Haven Health location_onStratford, 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. Responsible for assisting physicians/providers with patient care, rooming patients, clerical, environmental and organizational tasks. Responsible for appointment scheduling and chart management. Provides information to patients so they may fully utilize and benefit from the practice services. Conveys a positive image of the practice. EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Responsibilities 1. Performs patient care responsibilities as assigned. 1.1 Identifies self to patient/family and explains to patient/family the roles of each member of the care delivery team. 2. Performs administrative responsibilities as assigned. 2.1 Sends/receives patient medical records and abstracts new patient records into EPIC. 3. Performs environmental responsibilities as assigned. 3.1 Sets up instruments and equipment according to department protocol. 4. Performs other related organizational duties as assigned 4.1 Maintains patient autonomy, confidentiality and dignity. 5. May assist and/or perform chaperone duties for patient medical procedures as needed. Qualifications EDUCATION High School Diploma or equivalent. Graduation from an accredited medical assistant certificate program.* Certification/Registration (CCMA/CMA/AAMA/RMA) preferred. Certification/Registration may be accepted in lieu of graduation from an accredited MA school. *Employees employed by YNHHS as a result of a merger or acquisition may meet educational requirements with the applicable combination of education and experience and demonstration of current competences. EXPERIENCE Minimum of 1 year private practice medical assistant experience preferred in a primary care or specialist office. LICENSURE Medical Assisting Certification preferred. SPECIAL SKILLS Excellent, organizational, communication, customer service and teamwork skills required. Ability to multi-task is essential. EMR experience preferred and working knowledge of Microsoft office applications required. CPR certification preferred. Bilingual preferred but not required. Core philosophy or values consistent with a patient-centered approach to care. Demonstrates professional, appropriate, effective and tactful written, verbal and nonverbal communication with patients, families, medical staff, colleagues, vendors, and other departments throughout the continuum of care to promote continuity of care and services and enhance clinical image. PHYSICAL DEMAND Must complete work in a timely fashion. YNHHS Requisition ID 154545
RN Mother-Baby Full-time
Yale New Haven Health

Lactation Consultant Registered Nurse

apartment Yale New Haven Health location_onGreenwich, 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 Lactation Coordinator is a RN certified in Lactation and is a role model in patient education and support. Working collaboratively with the health care team, she will assess, plan, implement and evaluate care for nursing mothers, guide and develop program for nursing personnel, collaborate with health care professionals, coordinate program activities and demonstrate professional growth and development. EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Responsibilities 1. Major Activities 1.1 Accountable for the delivery of quality patient care utilizing the nursing process. . 2. Team Work 2.1 Embraces shared goals versus narrower interests: actively cooperative vs. competitive or non-committal. 3. Knowledgeable/Accountable/Fiscally Responsible 3.1 Continually seeks ways to sustain and improve one-s skills. 4. Flexible/Open Minded 4.1 Listens with an open mind to other-s opinions in the spirit of finding and following the best ideas. 5. Treats the people we serve as guests 5.1 Welcomes patient, visitors and staff in a warm, friendly manner; is courteous; makes eye contact and smiles; introduces self by name and, when appropriate, by position; addresses people by name whenever possible. 6. Listens to patients, visitors and staff and acts promptly to address concerns. 6.1 Uses active listening techniques to understand other-s needs and acts decisively to resolve problems. 7. Respects the privacy and confidentiality of patients, visitors and staff. 7.1 Treats all patient related and other discussions with discretion; eliminates gossip; does not discuss patient or hospital business in elevators or other public areas. 8. Presents a professional image. 8.1 Wears name-badge in a highly visible location; adheres to department dress code; makes sure that appearance is appropriate for professional role. 9. Answers the telephone professionally. 9.1 Answers the phone promptly following department guidelines; introduces self and department, and as appropriate, offers assistance. Uses a pleasant tone of voice. 10. Maintains a clean and safe environment. 10.1 Keeps work area safe and clean; keeps hallways clear. 11. Anticipates what services and information people need and takes action to provide it. 11.1 Watches for clues that patients or visitors require assistance. Asks, -May I help you?- Escorts them to their destination, if necessary. Encourages people to ask questions. 12. Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit. The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient-s status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient-s requirements relative to his or her age specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the unit's/area's/ department's policies and procedures 13. Quality Attribute for those in Leadership Role 13.1 Demonstrates leadership skills 14. Maintain Policies and Procedures for Infant Security. Qualifications EDUCATION Appropriate combination of: RN, BSN or demonstrated experience and skill Nursing Certification in Lactation (IBCLC) EXPERIENCE 2-3 years clinical experience in specialty area LICENSURE RN in State of Connecticut; IBCLC certified RN: SPECIAL SKILLS Ability to possess leadership role in a mature and sympathetic attitude to be sensitive to the new mothers at Greenwich Hospital. PHYSICAL DEMAND Moderate stress from coordinating and supervising program. Standing/walking, frequent bending, reaching, stooping, squatting positions. Helps lift heavy objects and patients ranging from five (5) to three hundred (300) pounds. May be exposure to infectious diseases. Additional Information IBCLC required. YNHHS Requisition ID 154952
LPN Home Health Hospice Full-time
Yale New Haven Health

Home Health- Hospice LPN

apartment Yale New Haven Health location_onGuilford, 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 Licensed Practical Nurse works under the direction of a registered nurse to provide nursing care, to assist the patient in learning self-care techniques and to prepare clinical and progress notes. EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Responsibilities 1. Assesses patients within scope of practice at every home visit. 2. Carries out treatments per MD orders. Reports off to RN case manager and/or clinical manager. 3. Reports all changes in condition to MD. 4. Provides patient/caregiver education as per care plan. 5. Completes all documentation within 24 hours. Must include changes in condition, follow-up with provider or other disciplines with supporting documentation. 6. Attends all staff meetings, inservices, and all other meetings as required. 7. Compliance with all mandatory requirements -inclusive of Healthstreams. 8. Follows policies and procedures. Qualifications EDUCATION Graduated from an approved Practical Nurses Education Program EXPERIENCE Minimum one year experience in the acute care setting. Home care experience preferred, but not required. LICENSURE Licensed Practical Nurse with Valid Connecticut license required. SPECIAL SKILLS Excellent verbal and written skills. Excellent clinical knowledge. Strong computer skills. PHYSICAL DEMAND Ability to perform tasks involving physical activity which may include heavy lifting and extensive bending and standing. Additional Information Current CT LPN license, valid driver's license, home care experience required, and hospice experience preferred. YNHHS Requisition ID 152034
RN Pediatric Psych Full-time
Yale New Haven Health

RN; Registered Nurse Pediatric Inpatient Psych

apartment Yale New Haven Health location_onNew 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. As an integral member of the Yale New Haven Health System (YNHHS) healthcare team, the Registered Professional Nurse (RN) upholds the YNHHS mission, vision, values and strategic initiatives to provide the highest level of patient centered care. The RN practices professional nursing as a registered nurse within the legal and ethical framework established by the Connecticut Nurse Practice Act, American Nurses Association Scope and Standards for Nursing Practice, ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses and the YNHHS Professional Practice Model. The professional role of the RN is exemplified by the qualities of leadership, delegation, collaboration, effective communication, ensuring quality outcomes. YNHHS nurses practice in a framework outlined in our professional practice model, which states, "Achieving outcomes through Autonomy and Accountability". We value Nursing Professional Governance, and use evidence and data to support our practice with the patient and family at the center, always. The RN provides care that: * Establishes and maintains a therapeutic relationship with the patient and family encompasses an understanding and integration of cultural and diversity into practice * Includes communicating and working collaboratively with the patient, family and health care team members * Includes respecting the patient's values, preferences, expressed needs and knowledge of the healthcare situation in holistic data collection, in formulating health care outcomes and in the evaluation process. EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Responsibilities 1. STANDARDS OF PRACTICE RN practice is guided by the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice (2015). The Standards of Practice describe a competent level of nursing care as demonstrated by utilizing the nursing process components of assessment, diagnosis, outcomes identification, planning, implementation and evaluation. Assessment: The registered nurse collects pertinent data and information relative to the healthcare consumer's health or situation Diagnosis: The RN analyzes the assessment data to determine the actual and potential diagnoses or the issues. Outcomes Identification: The RN identifies expected outcomes for a plan individualized to the healthcare consumer or the situation. Planning: The RN develops and modifies a plan of care that prescribes strategies and alternatives to attain expected outcomes. Implementation: The RN implements the identified plan. Coordination of Care: The RN coordinates care delivery and transitions in care. Health Teaching and Health Promotion: The RN employs strategies to promote health and a safe environment. Evaluation: The RN evaluates progress toward attainment of outcomes. 2. STANDARDS OF PROFESSIONAL PERFORMANCE The ANA Standards of Professional Performance (2015) describe a competent level of behavior in the professional role, including activities related to: ethics, culturally congruent practice, communication, collaboration, leadership, education, evidence-based practice and research, quality of practice professional practice evaluation, resource utilization and environmental health. The RN is expected to engage in professional role activities, including leadership, appropriate to their education and position. The RN is accountable to for their professional actions to themselves, their healthcare consumers, their peers and ultimately to society. Ethics: The RN practices ethically. Culturally congruent practice: The RN practices in a manner that is congruent with cultural diversity and inclusion principles. Communication: The RN communicates effectively in all areas of practice Collaboration: The RN collaborates with healthcare consumer and other key stakeholders in the conduct of nursing practice. Leadership: The RN leads within the professional practice setting and the profession. Education: the RN seeks knowledge and competence that reflects current nursing practice and promotes futuristic thinking. Evidence-Based Practice and Research: The RN integrates evidence and research findings into practice Quality of Practice: The RN contributes to quality nursing practice. Professional Practice Evaluation: The RN evaluates owns' and others' nursing practice. Resource Utilization: The RN utilizes appropriate resources to plan provide and sustain evidence-based nursing services that are safe, effective and fiscally responsible Environmental Health: The RN practices in an environmentally safe and healthy manner. Qualifications EDUCATION Graduation from an accredited school of nursing. BSN preferred. All newly hired registered nurses must have current BCLS certification or must obtain within one month of hire. EXPERIENCE Registered Nurse is the foundational job description for all RNs. All RNs are encouraged to advance through the SPIRE clinical advancement program. LICENSURE Licensed and a currently registered nurse in the State of Connecticut. Clinical specialty certification highly encouraged. SPECIAL SKILLS Registered Nurse is the foundational job description for all RNs. All RNs are encouraged to advance through the SPIRE clinical advancement program. PHYSICAL DEMAND Requires prolonged standing; walking; use of sight, hearing, and touch. May be exposed to infectious diseases. Will be exposed to physical, mental and emotional illness as well as end of life conditions and death. Moderate stress and risk of injury from patient care. Standing/walking for more than half of the day. Frequently bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, twisting and lifting. Must be able to assist pushing/pulling/lifting patients ranging from five (5) to three hundred (300) pounds. Additional Information 1 year acute RN experience required. Mental health and pediatric experience preferred. YNHHS Requisition ID 153614
RN Full-time
Yale New Haven Health

FT Medicine RN; Night Shift 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. 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. EXPERIENCE N/A LICENSURE Valid State Of Connecticut Registered Nurse License SPECIAL SKILLS Bls Required YNHHS Requisition ID 154578
RN ER Psych Part-time
Yale New Haven Health

Part Time, Evenings; Psychiatric Emergency Services RN; 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. Reports to the Manager of the Inpatient Psychiatric Unit or his/her designee. The Registered Nurse (RN) assesses, plans, implements, evaluates and supervises individual care patients in the psychiatric emergency department according to all current policies and procedures. The RN may provide supervision of non-RN (nursing) personnel i.e. MHW or PCA. The RN may be required to work on the inpatient psychiatric unit as needed. Performs other duties as assigned or requested in order to maintain a high level of service. Works collaboratively with the PES clinicians to achieve optimum outcomes. 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. Demonstrates the ability to provide a safe environment for self and patients. 8. Meets the Standards of Professional Behavior 9. Performs other duties as assigned or directed to ensure smooth operation of the department/unit. 10. May float in patient psych unit as needed. 11. UNIT SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES 11.1 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. DIRECTION OF OTHERS 12.1 MHWs, PCAs, new hires. 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 Mental Health , or ED experience preferred. Hospital and unit-based orientation provided LICENSURE Valid State of Connecticut Registered Nurse license. BLS required. CPI within 6 months of hire required YNHHS Requisition ID 154286
RN ICU Full-time
Yale New Haven Health

MICU RN; Registered Nurse

apartment Yale New Haven Health location_onBridgeport, 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. At Bridgeport Hospital, we are committed to providing quality medical care and treatment that is coordinated and centered on the patient's specific needs. We strive to achieve benchmarks as a Patient Centered Medical Home and provide health care in a setting where patients are at the center of their care team. All employees of Bridgeport Hospital are part of the patients care team and contribute to the team approach of promoting access, continuous, comprehensive care and work to provide quality improvement in the care provided to their patients. As an integral member of the Yale New Haven Health System (YNHHS) healthcare team, the Registered Professional Nurse (RN) upholds the YNHHS mission, vision, values and strategic initiatives to provide the highest level of patient centered care. The RN practices professional nursing as a registered nurse within the legal and ethical framework established by the Connecticut Nurse Practice Act, American Nurses Association Scope and Standards for Nursing Practice, ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses and the YNHHS Professional Practice Model. The professional role of the RN is exemplified by the qualities of leadership, delegation, collaboration, effective communication, ensuring quality outcomes. YNHHS nurses practice in a framework outlined in our professional practice model, which states, "Achieving outcomes through Autonomy and Accountability". We value Nursing Professional Governance, and use evidence and data to support our practice with the patient and family at the center, always. The RN provides care that: * Establishes and maintains a therapeutic relationship with the patient and family encompasses an understanding and integration of cultural and diversity into practice * Includes communicating and working collaboratively with the patient, family and health care team members * Includes respecting the patient's values, preferences, expressed needs and knowledge of the healthcare situation in holistic data collection, in formulating health care outcomes and in the evaluation process. EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Responsibilities 1. STANDARDS OF PRACTICE RN practice is guided by the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice (2015). The Standards of Practice describe a competent level of nursing care as demonstrated by utilizing the nursing process components of assessment, diagnosis, outcomes identification, planning, implementation and evaluation. Assessment: The registered nurse collects pertinent data and information relative to the healthcare consumer's health or situation Diagnosis: The RN analyzes the assessment data to determine the actual and potential diagnoses or the issues. Outcomes Identification: The RN identifies expected outcomes for a plan individualized to the healthcare consumer or the situation. Planning: The RN develops and modifies a plan of care that prescribes strategies and alternatives to attain expected outcomes. Implementation: The RN implements the identified plan. Coordination of Care: The RN coordinates care delivery and transitions in care. Health Teaching and Health Promotion: The RN employs strategies to promote health and a safe environment. Evaluation: The RN evaluates progress toward attainment of outcomes. 2. STANDARDS OF PROFESSIONAL PERFORMANCE The ANA Standards of Professional Performance (2015) describe a competent level of behavior in the professional role, including activities related to: ethics, culturally congruent practice, communication, collaboration, leadership, education, evidence-based practice and research, quality of practice professional practice evaluation, resource utilization and environmental health. The RN is expected to engage in professional role activities, including leadership, appropriate to their education and position. The RN is accountable to for their professional actions to themselves, their healthcare consumers, their peers and ultimately to society. Ethics: The RN practices ethically. Culturally congruent practice: The RN practices in a manner that is congruent with cultural diversity and inclusion principles. Communication: The RN communicates effectively in all areas of practice Collaboration: The RN collaborates with healthcare consumer and other key stakeholders in the conduct of nursing practice. Leadership: The RN leads within the professional practice setting and the profession. Education: the RN seeks knowledge and competence that reflects current nursing practice and promotes futuristic thinking. Evidence-Based Practice and Research: The RN integrates evidence and research findings into practice Quality of Practice: The RN contributes to quality nursing practice. Professional Practice Evaluation: The RN evaluates owns' and others' nursing practice. Resource Utilization: The RN utilizes appropriate resources to plan provide and sustain evidence-based nursing services that are safe, effective and fiscally responsible Environmental Health: The RN practices in an environmentally safe and healthy manner. Qualifications EDUCATION Graduation from an accredited school of nursing. BSN preferred. All newly hired registered nurses must have current BCLS certification or must obtain within one month of hire. EXPERIENCE Registered Nurse is the foundational job description for all RNs. All RNs are encouraged to advance through the SPIRE clinical advancement program. LICENSURE Licensed and a currently registered nurse in the State of Connecticut. Clinical specialty certification highly encouraged. SPECIAL SKILLS Registered Nurse is the foundational job description for all RNs. All RNs are encouraged to advance through the SPIRE clinical advancement program. PHYSICAL DEMAND Requires prolonged standing; walking; use of sight, hearing, and touch. May be exposed to infectious diseases. Will be exposed to physical, mental and emotional illness as well as end of life conditions and death. Moderate stress and risk of injury from patient care. Standing/walking for more than half of the day. Frequently bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, twisting and lifting. Must be able to assist pushing/pulling/lifting patients ranging from five (5) to three hundred (300) pounds. Additional Information 1 year acute RN experience required. ICU experience preferred. YNHHS Requisition ID 142903
CMA Per Diem
Yale New Haven Health

Medical Assistant - Float - Cos Cob

apartment Yale New Haven Health location_onGreenwich, 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. Responsible for assisting physicians/providers with patient care, rooming patients, clerical, environmental and organizational tasks. Responsible for appointment scheduling and chart management. Provides information to patients so they may fully utilize and benefit from the practice services. Conveys a positive image of the practice. EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Responsibilities 1. Performs patient care responsibilities as assigned. 1.1 Identifies self to patient/family and explains to patient/family the roles of each member of the care delivery team. 2. Performs administrative responsibilities as assigned. 2.1 Sends/receives patient medical records and abstracts new patient records into EPIC. 3. Performs environmental responsibilities as assigned. 3.1 Sets up instruments and equipment according to department protocol. 4. Performs other related organizational duties as assigned 4.1 Maintains patient autonomy, confidentiality and dignity. 5. May assist and/or perform chaperone duties for patient medical procedures as needed. Qualifications EDUCATION High School Diploma or equivalent. Graduation from an accredited medical assistant certificate program.* Certification/Registration (CCMA/CMA/AAMA/RMA) preferred. Certification/Registration may be accepted in lieu of graduation from an accredited MA school. *Employees employed by YNHHS as a result of a merger or acquisition may meet educational requirements with the applicable combination of education and experience and demonstration of current competences. EXPERIENCE Minimum of 1 year private practice medical assistant experience preferred in a primary care or specialist office. LICENSURE Medical Assisting Certification preferred. SPECIAL SKILLS Excellent, organizational, communication, customer service and teamwork skills required. Ability to multi-task is essential. EMR experience preferred and working knowledge of Microsoft office applications required. CPR certification preferred. Bilingual preferred but not required. Core philosophy or values consistent with a patient-centered approach to care. Demonstrates professional, appropriate, effective and tactful written, verbal and nonverbal communication with patients, families, medical staff, colleagues, vendors, and other departments throughout the continuum of care to promote continuity of care and services and enhance clinical image. PHYSICAL DEMAND Must complete work in a timely fashion. YNHHS Requisition ID 154007
RN Infusion Full-time
Yale New Haven Health

Photopheresis/Apheresis/Infusion; Registered Nurse

apartment Yale New Haven Health location_onNew 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. As an integral member of the Yale New Haven Health System (YNHHS) healthcare team, the Registered Professional Nurse (RN) upholds the YNHHS mission, vision, values and strategic initiatives to provide the highest level of patient centered care. The RN practices professional nursing as a registered nurse within the legal and ethical framework established by the Connecticut Nurse Practice Act, American Nurses Association Scope and Standards for Nursing Practice, ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses and the YNHHS Professional Practice Model. The professional role of the RN is exemplified by the qualities of leadership, delegation, collaboration, effective communication, ensuring quality outcomes. YNHHS nurses practice in a framework outlined in our professional practice model, which states, "Achieving outcomes through Autonomy and Accountability". We value Nursing Professional Governance, and use evidence and data to support our practice with the patient and family at the center, always. The RN provides care that: * Establishes and maintains a therapeutic relationship with the patient and family encompasses an understanding and integration of cultural and diversity into practice * Includes communicating and working collaboratively with the patient, family and health care team members * Includes respecting the patient's values, preferences, expressed needs and knowledge of the healthcare situation in holistic data collection, in formulating health care outcomes and in the evaluation process. EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Responsibilities 1. STANDARDS OF PRACTICE RN practice is guided by the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice (2015). The Standards of Practice describe a competent level of nursing care as demonstrated by utilizing the nursing process components of assessment, diagnosis, outcomes identification, planning, implementation and evaluation. Assessment: The registered nurse collects pertinent data and information relative to the healthcare consumer's health or situation Diagnosis: The RN analyzes the assessment data to determine the actual and potential diagnoses or the issues. Outcomes Identification: The RN identifies expected outcomes for a plan individualized to the healthcare consumer or the situation. Planning: The RN develops and modifies a plan of care that prescribes strategies and alternatives to attain expected outcomes. Implementation: The RN implements the identified plan. Coordination of Care: The RN coordinates care delivery and transitions in care. Health Teaching and Health Promotion: The RN employs strategies to promote health and a safe environment. Evaluation: The RN evaluates progress toward attainment of outcomes. 2. STANDARDS OF PROFESSIONAL PERFORMANCE The ANA Standards of Professional Performance (2015) describe a competent level of behavior in the professional role, including activities related to: ethics, culturally congruent practice, communication, collaboration, leadership, education, evidence-based practice and research, quality of practice professional practice evaluation, resource utilization and environmental health. The RN is expected to engage in professional role activities, including leadership, appropriate to their education and position. The RN is accountable to for their professional actions to themselves, their healthcare consumers, their peers and ultimately to society. Ethics: The RN practices ethically. Culturally congruent practice: The RN practices in a manner that is congruent with cultural diversity and inclusion principles. Communication: The RN communicates effectively in all areas of practice Collaboration: The RN collaborates with healthcare consumer and other key stakeholders in the conduct of nursing practice. Leadership: The RN leads within the professional practice setting and the profession. Education: the RN seeks knowledge and competence that reflects current nursing practice and promotes futuristic thinking. Evidence-Based Practice and Research: The RN integrates evidence and research findings into practice Quality of Practice: The RN contributes to quality nursing practice. Professional Practice Evaluation: The RN evaluates owns' and others' nursing practice. Resource Utilization: The RN utilizes appropriate resources to plan provide and sustain evidence-based nursing services that are safe, effective and fiscally responsible Environmental Health: The RN practices in an environmentally safe and healthy manner. Qualifications EDUCATION Graduation from an accredited school of nursing. BSN preferred. All newly hired registered nurses must have current BCLS certification or must obtain within one month of hire. EXPERIENCE Registered Nurse is the foundational job description for all RNs. All RNs are encouraged to advance through the SPIRE clinical advancement program. LICENSURE Licensed and a currently registered nurse in the State of Connecticut. Clinical specialty certification highly encouraged. SPECIAL SKILLS Registered Nurse is the foundational job description for all RNs. All RNs are encouraged to advance through the SPIRE clinical advancement program. PHYSICAL DEMAND Requires prolonged standing; walking; use of sight, hearing, and touch. May be exposed to infectious diseases. Will be exposed to physical, mental and emotional illness as well as end of life conditions and death. Moderate stress and risk of injury from patient care. Standing/walking for more than half of the day. Frequently bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, twisting and lifting. Must be able to assist pushing/pulling/lifting patients ranging from five (5) to three hundred (300) pounds. YNHHS Requisition ID 151641
RN Full-time
Yale New Haven Health

Periop RN Spec Coordinator

apartment Yale New Haven Health location_onNew 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. Under the direction of the Patient Service Manager, the Perioperative Specialty Coordinator (PSC) organizes patient care activities and serves as the primary clinical resource to the OR team in the designated specialty (s) to provide qualtiy nursing care. The PSC supports the overall coordination of the surgical specialty and actively collaborates with physicians and staff to facilitate the dynamic environment of perioperative services. EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Responsibilities 1. Patient and Family Experience 1.1 Role model YNHH service excellence pledge standards 1.2 Demonstrates value, diversity, and respect, for all people in the work environment 1.3 Ensures the successful execution of service excellence standards for all customers 1.4 Lead and inspire a team of positive, competent, and dynamic individuals 1.5 Ensure confidentiality of patient, staff, and appropriate management data is maintained 1.6 Identify and analyze trends in patient satisfaction scores specific to each specialty area. and1.1 Demonstrates clinical competence in perioperative services associated with designated surgical specialty (s). 2. Staff Engagement 2.1 Encourage and mentor to ensure staff competencies 2.2 Collaboratively engage staff engagement with surgical specialty 2.3 Lead staff involvement with surgeons associated with designated surgical specialty 2.4 Prioritizes staffing needs to facilitate complex environment of perioperative services 2.5 Collaboratively works with specialty surgeons to promote optimal patient care safety and efficiencies. 2.6 Provides leadership oversight into staffing assignments and staffing competency assessment. 3. Quality and Safety: Accountability / Expectation 3.1 Demonstrates knowledge and implements patient safety and quality improvements for the defined surgical specialty. 3.2 Exhibit ethical and professional responsibility to contribute to patient care, YNHH, and the patients in perioperative services. 3.3 Foster collaborative practice to promote safety, quality, and problem solving 3.4 Ensures staff are well prepared to optimally perform clinical accountabilities 3.5 Maintains an environment to assure surgical specialty readiness for all accreditation and regulatory surveys 3.6 Exhibits an open mind to listen, challenge, and influence patient safety and clinical outcomes Oversight of surgical specialty (s) includes daily management and co-ordination of necessary equipment team resources and service delivery 4. Clinical Care: 4.1 Serves as the primary surgeon interface for the designated surgical specialty (s). 4.2 Plans staff and physician education for new equipment and supplies 4.3 Actively solicits surgeon and staff input for service line enhancement 4.4 Provides direct care 50% of the time 4.5 Participates in collaboration with OR Management the coordination of the overall planning, organization, direction and evaluation of designated surgical specialty (s). 4.6 Demonstrates the ability to respond to multiple demands at once and prioritze and delegate appropriate tasks to all OR team members to facilitate the efficient and safe movement of patients throught the OR. 4.7 Provides leadership to direct staffing needs on a daily basis 4.8 Collaboratively works with DPC coordinators, Materials Management, and Central Sterile to ensure accuracy of surgical case needs. 5. Financial Management: 5.1 Oversight of the OR throughput including first case start time and turn-around time 5.2 Provides management of staffing assignments and competency assessment for designated surgical speciaty. 5.3 Leads specialty services coordination of equipment and supplies to promote optimal cost - efficiencies 5.4 Engages surgeons and staff in the development of capital budgetary requirments Qualifications EDUCATION Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing. BSN required, or attained within 2 years of start date. EXPERIENCE Minimum 2 years perioperative OR experience with a minimum of 1 year experience in designated surgical specialty field. LICENSURE Current CT state RN licensure and/or eligibility for CT state RN licensure required. Specialty certification preferred. SPECIAL SKILLS Demonstrates strong interpersonal commmunication skills, maintains a high level of customer service, prioritizes needs of department and surgical specialty, and organizes operational efficiencies. PHYSICAL DEMAND Requires prolonged standing; walking; use of sight, hearing, and touch; moving/lifting of patients and equipment. Additional Information ENT, Plastics, Oral Surgery, Dentisty experience preferred YNHHS Requisition ID 152429
RN Full-time
Yale New Haven Health

REGISTERED NURSE-HVC Heart Failure RN

apartment Yale New Haven Health location_onBridgeport, 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. At Bridgeport Hospital, we are committed to providing quality medical care and treatment that is coordinated and centered on the patient's specific needs. We strive to achieve benchmarks as a Patient Centered Medical Home and provide health care in a setting where patients are at the center of their care team. All employees of Bridgeport Hospital are part of the patients care team and contribute to the team approach of promoting access, continuous, comprehensive care and work to provide quality improvement in the care provided to their patients. As an integral member of the Yale New Haven Health System (YNHHS) healthcare team, the Registered Professional Nurse (RN) upholds the YNHHS mission, vision, values and strategic initiatives to provide the highest level of patient centered care. The RN practices professional nursing as a registered nurse within the legal and ethical framework established by the Connecticut Nurse Practice Act, American Nurses Association Scope and Standards for Nursing Practice, ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses and the YNHHS Professional Practice Model. The professional role of the RN is exemplified by the qualities of leadership, delegation, collaboration, effective communication, ensuring quality outcomes. YNHHS nurses practice in a framework outlined in our professional practice model, which states, "Achieving outcomes through Autonomy and Accountability". We value Nursing Professional Governance, and use evidence and data to support our practice with the patient and family at the center, always. The RN provides care that: * Establishes and maintains a therapeutic relationship with the patient and family encompasses an understanding and integration of cultural and diversity into practice * Includes communicating and working collaboratively with the patient, family and health care team members * Includes respecting the patient's values, preferences, expressed needs and knowledge of the healthcare situation in holistic data collection, in formulating health care outcomes and in the evaluation process. EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Responsibilities 1. STANDARDS OF PRACTICE RN practice is guided by the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice (2015). The Standards of Practice describe a competent level of nursing care as demonstrated by utilizing the nursing process components of assessment, diagnosis, outcomes identification, planning, implementation and evaluation. Assessment: The registered nurse collects pertinent data and information relative to the healthcare consumer's health or situation Diagnosis: The RN analyzes the assessment data to determine the actual and potential diagnoses or the issues. Outcomes Identification: The RN identifies expected outcomes for a plan individualized to the healthcare consumer or the situation. Planning: The RN develops and modifies a plan of care that prescribes strategies and alternatives to attain expected outcomes. Implementation: The RN implements the identified plan. Coordination of Care: The RN coordinates care delivery and transitions in care. Health Teaching and Health Promotion: The RN employs strategies to promote health and a safe environment. Evaluation: The RN evaluates progress toward attainment of outcomes. 2. STANDARDS OF PROFESSIONAL PERFORMANCE The ANA Standards of Professional Performance (2015) describe a competent level of behavior in the professional role, including activities related to: ethics, culturally congruent practice, communication, collaboration, leadership, education, evidence-based practice and research, quality of practice professional practice evaluation, resource utilization and environmental health. The RN is expected to engage in professional role activities, including leadership, appropriate to their education and position. The RN is accountable to for their professional actions to themselves, their healthcare consumers, their peers and ultimately to society. Ethics: The RN practices ethically. Culturally congruent practice: The RN practices in a manner that is congruent with cultural diversity and inclusion principles. Communication: The RN communicates effectively in all areas of practice Collaboration: The RN collaborates with healthcare consumer and other key stakeholders in the conduct of nursing practice. Leadership: The RN leads within the professional practice setting and the profession. Education: the RN seeks knowledge and competence that reflects current nursing practice and promotes futuristic thinking. Evidence-Based Practice and Research: The RN integrates evidence and research findings into practice Quality of Practice: The RN contributes to quality nursing practice. Professional Practice Evaluation: The RN evaluates owns' and others' nursing practice. Resource Utilization: The RN utilizes appropriate resources to plan provide and sustain evidence-based nursing services that are safe, effective and fiscally responsible Environmental Health: The RN practices in an environmentally safe and healthy manner. Qualifications EDUCATION Graduation from an accredited school of nursing. BSN preferred. All newly hired registered nurses must have current BCLS certification or must obtain within one month of hire. EXPERIENCE Registered Nurse is the foundational job description for all RNs. All RNs are encouraged to advance through the SPIRE clinical advancement program. LICENSURE Licensed and a currently registered nurse in the State of Connecticut. Clinical specialty certification highly encouraged. SPECIAL SKILLS Registered Nurse is the foundational job description for all RNs. All RNs are encouraged to advance through the SPIRE clinical advancement program. PHYSICAL DEMAND Requires prolonged standing; walking; use of sight, hearing, and touch. May be exposed to infectious diseases. Will be exposed to physical, mental and emotional illness as well as end of life conditions and death. Moderate stress and risk of injury from patient care. Standing/walking for more than half of the day. Frequently bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, twisting and lifting. Must be able to assist pushing/pulling/lifting patients ranging from five (5) to three hundred (300) pounds. YNHHS Requisition ID 150752
RN Full-time
Yale New Haven Health

FT Nights Medicine RN; 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. 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. EXPERIENCE N/A LICENSURE Valid State Of Connecticut Registered Nurse License SPECIAL SKILLS Bls Required YNHHS Requisition ID 151609
RN Per Diem
Yale New Haven Health

Per-Diem Cardiac Rehab RN; Registered Nurse

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. Works under the supervision of the Nurse Manager/Clinical Coordinator. Provides oversight of non-RN personnel on the assigned unit. EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Responsibilities 1. Assesses the patient's physical and psychosocial condition on an ongoing basis throughout the continuum of care. 2. Assesses learning needs. Provides education to patient and family. Documents plan provided, patients understanding and any outcomes. Education provided verbally and in writing. 3. Assists the provider in intra-office procedures. Demonstrates the ability, and knowledge, to set up for procedures. Maintains a sterile field. Complies with Universal Protocol. Provides care in compliance with regulatory bodies, YNNHS policies and standing orders. 4. Assesses patients in office and over the telephone for need of intervention, and is able to provide assistance in a timely manner. 5. Performs nursing duties including, but not limited to: physical, pain and psychosocial assessment, documentation, vital signs, bladder scan, Uroflow, catheter insertion and removal, medication administration and use of POCT (Point of Care Testing). 6. Demonstrates the ability, and knowledge, to handle and transfer clean and dirty instruments/equipment. Maintains competence in the use of the Trophon for high level disinfecting of ultrasound probes. Maintains competence in point of use cleaning of instruments. Disinfects equipment and room as determined by hospital standards and/or policies. 7. Verifies information in chart is accurate and up to date, including but not limited to: reason for visit, health history, surgical history, medications, allergies, preferred laboratory, preferred pharmacy, fall risk, pain assessment, psychosocial assessment, learning assessment, preferred language, and social history. Performs other duties as assigned or directed to ensure smooth operation of the department. 8. Functions as preceptor to new staff. 9. Functions as charge nurse. 10. Meets performance expectations for Customer Service, Teamwork, Resource Utilization, and Staff and Self Development as outlined in performance review. Qualifications EDUCATION Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing. BSN preferred. EXPERIENCE 2-3 years nursing experience, urology preferred. Recent ambulatory/medical office experience 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 Rhode Island Registered Nurse License, BLS required within one month. SPECIAL SKILLS Hospital and unit based orientation provided PHYSICAL DEMAND Exposure to bodily fluids and biotherapy. Bending, carrying items < 25 pounds, sitting/on phone for longer periods of time. YNHHS Requisition ID 152810
CMA Full-time
Yale New Haven Health

Medical Assistant - Orthopedics Practice

apartment Yale New Haven Health location_onFairfield, 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. Responsible for assisting physicians/providers with patient care, rooming patients, clerical, environmental and organizational tasks. Responsible for appointment scheduling and chart management. Provides information to patients so they may fully utilize and benefit from the practice services. Conveys a positive image of the practice. EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Responsibilities 1. Performs patient care responsibilities as assigned. 1.1 Identifies self to patient/family and explains to patient/family the roles of each member of the care delivery team. 2. Performs administrative responsibilities as assigned. 2.1 Sends/receives patient medical records and abstracts new patient records into EPIC. 3. Performs environmental responsibilities as assigned. 3.1 Sets up instruments and equipment according to department protocol. 4. Performs other related organizational duties as assigned 4.1 Maintains patient autonomy, confidentiality and dignity. 5. May assist and/or perform chaperone duties for patient medical procedures as needed. Qualifications EDUCATION High School Diploma or equivalent. Graduation from an accredited medical assistant certificate program.* Certification/Registration (CCMA/CMA/AAMA/RMA) preferred. Certification/Registration may be accepted in lieu of graduation from an accredited MA school. *Employees employed by YNHHS as a result of a merger or acquisition may meet educational requirements with the applicable combination of education and experience and demonstration of current competences. EXPERIENCE Minimum of 1 year private practice medical assistant experience preferred in a primary care or specialist office. LICENSURE Medical Assisting Certification preferred. SPECIAL SKILLS Excellent, organizational, communication, customer service and teamwork skills required. Ability to multi-task is essential. EMR experience preferred and working knowledge of Microsoft office applications required. CPR certification preferred. Bilingual preferred but not required. Core philosophy or values consistent with a patient-centered approach to care. Demonstrates professional, appropriate, effective and tactful written, verbal and nonverbal communication with patients, families, medical staff, colleagues, vendors, and other departments throughout the continuum of care to promote continuity of care and services and enhance clinical image. PHYSICAL DEMAND Must complete work in a timely fashion. YNHHS Requisition ID 149128
CMA Per Diem
Yale New Haven Health

Medical Assistant Float - New Haven Region

apartment Yale New Haven Health location_onGuilford, 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. Responsible for assisting physicians/providers with patient care, rooming patients, clerical, environmental and organizational tasks. Responsible for appointment scheduling and chart management. Provides information to patients so they may fully utilize and benefit from the practice services. Conveys a positive image of the practice. EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Responsibilities 1. Performs patient care responsibilities as assigned. 1.1 Identifies self to patient/family and explains to patient/family the roles of each member of the care delivery team. 2. Performs administrative responsibilities as assigned. 2.1 Sends/receives patient medical records and abstracts new patient records into EPIC. 3. Performs environmental responsibilities as assigned. 3.1 Sets up instruments and equipment according to department protocol. 4. Performs other related organizational duties as assigned 4.1 Maintains patient autonomy, confidentiality and dignity. 5. May assist and/or perform chaperone duties for patient medical procedures as needed. Qualifications EDUCATION High School Diploma or equivalent. Graduation from an accredited medical assistant certificate program.* Certification/Registration (CCMA/CMA/AAMA/RMA) preferred. Certification/Registration may be accepted in lieu of graduation from an accredited MA school. *Employees employed by YNHHS as a result of a merger or acquisition may meet educational requirements with the applicable combination of education and experience and demonstration of current competences. EXPERIENCE Minimum of 1 year private practice medical assistant experience preferred in a primary care or specialist office. LICENSURE Medical Assisting Certification preferred. SPECIAL SKILLS Excellent, organizational, communication, customer service and teamwork skills required. Ability to multi-task is essential. EMR experience preferred and working knowledge of Microsoft office applications required. CPR certification preferred. Bilingual preferred but not required. Core philosophy or values consistent with a patient-centered approach to care. Demonstrates professional, appropriate, effective and tactful written, verbal and nonverbal communication with patients, families, medical staff, colleagues, vendors, and other departments throughout the continuum of care to promote continuity of care and services and enhance clinical image. PHYSICAL DEMAND Must complete work in a timely fashion. YNHHS Requisition ID 152118
CRNA New Grad Full-time
Yale New Haven Health

Graduate Registered Nurse Anesthetist - Bridgeport, CT

apartment Yale New Haven Health location_onBridgeport, 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. Provides exceptional patient care in collaboration with anesthesiologists, surgeons and other physicians to deliver anesthesia for medical and surgical procedures. 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 1.1 The Graduate Registered Nurse Anesthetist (GRNA) implements accurate, safe, patient centric anesthetic care. 2. Professional Skill 2.1 Understands physiologic implications and anesthetic considerations of surgical procedures, constantly monitors vital signs, capnography, and pulse oximetry during anesthesia according to ASA guidelines. 3. Information Management 3.1 The GRNA 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 4.1 The GRNA is expected to demonstrate a high standard of moral and ethical behavior, professionalism, compassion, and commitment to patient care. 5. Professional Development 5.1 The GRNA continuously engages in projects that maintain and advance professional competency. Qualifications EDUCATION Graduate Registered Nurse Anesthetist who Completion of Certified Nurse Anesthetist Training Program Graduate of a Nurse Anesthesia Educational Program accredited by the American Association of Nurse Anesthetist Council on accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Programs. Current State of Connecticut Nursing License, application pending for Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) licensure in the State of Connecticut. EXPERIENCE Recent graduate of Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist training program. Prefer clinical working experience as a CRNA within the given specialty/service line recommended, but none required. LICENSURE State of CT RN license, ACLS Must take and pass the certification exam by the Council on Accreditation on Nurse Anesthetists within 90 days of graduation. SPECIAL SKILLS GRNA's must have sharp concentration and focus, along with the ability to stay calm under stressful conditions. GRNAs must be able to communicate clearly and effectively with surgeons and the surgical support team, as well as with patients and their families. A calm and reassuring manner is one way to inspire trust in patients, who may be apprehensive about surgery, as well as the surgical team. Anesthetic patient management must be immediate and responsive. Flexibility and adaptability are required. To learn more, please email or schedule an interview with our In-House Provider Recruiter: Jordan.Slayton@YNHH.ORG www.northeastmedicalgroup.org/careers www.ynhhs.org EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran YNHHS Requisition ID 134461 Position Overview $60K Sign-on Bonus Available! Why Choose Yale New Haven Health ? Excellent work environment – Embrace a flexible, non-traditional schedule with in-house call responsibilities, including nights, weekends, and holidays, and be recognized for your commitment with our call compensation program. Career Advancement – Unlock your potential and embrace exciting opportunities for professional growth and career advancement within our esteemed healthcare system! Compensation Package – Enjoy an enhanced compensation package, including a generous sign-on bonus of $60,000 . If you're looking for a challenging and rewarding career where you can make a real difference, we want you on our team. Relocation Assistance – We recognize how vital a smooth transition is, and with our relocation assistance , your journey can be seamless, with up to $10,000 in relocation assistance . Benefits: – Competitive salary, paid time off, comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance . Pension plan matched tax-sheltered annuity plan and Roth contributions . Employment Perks – Employee wellness initiatives and support programs . Professional development and continuing education opportunities . Student loan repayment program up to $20,000 . Yale New Haven Hospital regularly ranks among the best hospitals in the U.S. and is the second largest employer in the New Haven area, with more than 12,000 employees. A non-profit 1,541-bed acute and tertiary medical center receiving regional, national, and international referrals. New Haven is an intriguing city with something for everyone, whether you love arts, history, or delicious food.
RN Full-time
Yale New Haven Health

Registered Nurse Burn Unit

apartment Yale New Haven Health location_onBridgeport, 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. At Bridgeport Hospital, we are committed to providing quality medical care and treatment that is coordinated and centered on the patient's specific needs. We strive to achieve benchmarks as a Patient Centered Medical Home and provide health care in a setting where patients are at the center of their care team. All employees of Bridgeport Hospital are part of the patients care team and contribute to the team approach of promoting access, continuous, comprehensive care and work to provide quality improvement in the care provided to their patients. As an integral member of the Yale New Haven Health System (YNHHS) healthcare team, the Registered Professional Nurse (RN) upholds the YNHHS mission, vision, values and strategic initiatives to provide the highest level of patient centered care. The RN practices professional nursing as a registered nurse within the legal and ethical framework established by the Connecticut Nurse Practice Act, American Nurses Association Scope and Standards for Nursing Practice, ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses and the YNHHS Professional Practice Model. The professional role of the RN is exemplified by the qualities of leadership, delegation, collaboration, effective communication, ensuring quality outcomes. YNHHS nurses practice in a framework outlined in our professional practice model, which states, "Achieving outcomes through Autonomy and Accountability". We value Nursing Professional Governance, and use evidence and data to support our practice with the patient and family at the center, always. The RN provides care that: * Establishes and maintains a therapeutic relationship with the patient and family encompasses an understanding and integration of cultural and diversity into practice * Includes communicating and working collaboratively with the patient, family and health care team members * Includes respecting the patient's values, preferences, expressed needs and knowledge of the healthcare situation in holistic data collection, in formulating health care outcomes and in the evaluation process. EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Responsibilities 1. STANDARDS OF PRACTICE RN practice is guided by the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice (2015). The Standards of Practice describe a competent level of nursing care as demonstrated by utilizing the nursing process components of assessment, diagnosis, outcomes identification, planning, implementation and evaluation. Assessment: The registered nurse collects pertinent data and information relative to the healthcare consumer's health or situation Diagnosis: The RN analyzes the assessment data to determine the actual and potential diagnoses or the issues. Outcomes Identification: The RN identifies expected outcomes for a plan individualized to the healthcare consumer or the situation. Planning: The RN develops and modifies a plan of care that prescribes strategies and alternatives to attain expected outcomes. Implementation: The RN implements the identified plan. Coordination of Care: The RN coordinates care delivery and transitions in care. Health Teaching and Health Promotion: The RN employs strategies to promote health and a safe environment. Evaluation: The RN evaluates progress toward attainment of outcomes. 2. STANDARDS OF PROFESSIONAL PERFORMANCE The ANA Standards of Professional Performance (2015) describe a competent level of behavior in the professional role, including activities related to: ethics, culturally congruent practice, communication, collaboration, leadership, education, evidence-based practice and research, quality of practice professional practice evaluation, resource utilization and environmental health. The RN is expected to engage in professional role activities, including leadership, appropriate to their education and position. The RN is accountable to for their professional actions to themselves, their healthcare consumers, their peers and ultimately to society. Ethics: The RN practices ethically. Culturally congruent practice: The RN practices in a manner that is congruent with cultural diversity and inclusion principles. Communication: The RN communicates effectively in all areas of practice Collaboration: The RN collaborates with healthcare consumer and other key stakeholders in the conduct of nursing practice. Leadership: The RN leads within the professional practice setting and the profession. Education: the RN seeks knowledge and competence that reflects current nursing practice and promotes futuristic thinking. Evidence-Based Practice and Research: The RN integrates evidence and research findings into practice Quality of Practice: The RN contributes to quality nursing practice. Professional Practice Evaluation: The RN evaluates owns' and others' nursing practice. Resource Utilization: The RN utilizes appropriate resources to plan provide and sustain evidence-based nursing services that are safe, effective and fiscally responsible Environmental Health: The RN practices in an environmentally safe and healthy manner. Qualifications EDUCATION Graduation from an accredited school of nursing. BSN preferred. All newly hired registered nurses must have current BCLS certification or must obtain within one month of hire. EXPERIENCE Registered Nurse is the foundational job description for all RNs. All RNs are encouraged to advance through the SPIRE clinical advancement program. LICENSURE Licensed and a currently registered nurse in the State of Connecticut. Clinical specialty certification highly encouraged. SPECIAL SKILLS Registered Nurse is the foundational job description for all RNs. All RNs are encouraged to advance through the SPIRE clinical advancement program. PHYSICAL DEMAND Requires prolonged standing; walking; use of sight, hearing, and touch. May be exposed to infectious diseases. Will be exposed to physical, mental and emotional illness as well as end of life conditions and death. Moderate stress and risk of injury from patient care. Standing/walking for more than half of the day. Frequently bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, twisting and lifting. Must be able to assist pushing/pulling/lifting patients ranging from five (5) to three hundred (300) pounds. Additional Information 6-8 Months acute RN experience required. Acuity accomodating, follow patients throughout care, specialty unit- 90% burns. YNHHS Requisition ID 140378
NP Outpatient Full-time
Yale New Haven Health

FT AMBULATORY MALIGNANT HEMATOLOGY APP

apartment Yale New Haven Health location_onNew 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. YNHHS Requisition ID 151732
CMA Full-time
Yale New Haven Health

Medical Assistant - Internal Medicine

apartment Yale New Haven Health location_onBridgeport, 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. Responsible for assisting physicians/providers with patient care, rooming patients, clerical, environmental and organizational tasks. Responsible for appointment scheduling and chart management. Provides information to patients so they may fully utilize and benefit from the practice services. Conveys a positive image of the practice. EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Responsibilities 1. Performs patient care responsibilities as assigned. 1.1 Identifies self to patient/family and explains to patient/family the roles of each member of the care delivery team. 2. Performs administrative responsibilities as assigned. 2.1 Sends/receives patient medical records and abstracts new patient records into EPIC. 3. Performs environmental responsibilities as assigned. 3.1 Sets up instruments and equipment according to department protocol. 4. Performs other related organizational duties as assigned 4.1 Maintains patient autonomy, confidentiality and dignity. 5. May assist and/or perform chaperone duties for patient medical procedures as needed. Qualifications EDUCATION High School Diploma or equivalent. Graduation from an accredited medical assistant certificate program.* Certification/Registration (CCMA/CMA/AAMA/RMA) preferred. Certification/Registration may be accepted in lieu of graduation from an accredited MA school. *Employees employed by YNHHS as a result of a merger or acquisition may meet educational requirements with the applicable combination of education and experience and demonstration of current competences. EXPERIENCE Minimum of 1 year private practice medical assistant experience preferred in a primary care or specialist office. LICENSURE Medical Assisting Certification preferred. SPECIAL SKILLS Excellent, organizational, communication, customer service and teamwork skills required. Ability to multi-task is essential. EMR experience preferred and working knowledge of Microsoft office applications required. CPR certification preferred. Bilingual preferred but not required. Core philosophy or values consistent with a patient-centered approach to care. Demonstrates professional, appropriate, effective and tactful written, verbal and nonverbal communication with patients, families, medical staff, colleagues, vendors, and other departments throughout the continuum of care to promote continuity of care and services and enhance clinical image. PHYSICAL DEMAND Must complete work in a timely fashion. YNHHS Requisition ID 151177
CMA Per Diem
Yale New Haven Health

Medical Assistant - Float

apartment Yale New Haven Health location_onGreenwich, 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. Responsible for assisting physicians/providers with patient care, rooming patients, clerical, environmental and organizational tasks. Responsible for appointment scheduling and chart management. Provides information to patients so they may fully utilize and benefit from the practice services. Conveys a positive image of the practice. EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Responsibilities 1. Performs patient care responsibilities as assigned. 1.1 Identifies self to patient/family and explains to patient/family the roles of each member of the care delivery team. 2. Performs administrative responsibilities as assigned. 2.1 Sends/receives patient medical records and abstracts new patient records into EPIC. 3. Performs environmental responsibilities as assigned. 3.1 Sets up instruments and equipment according to department protocol. 4. Performs other related organizational duties as assigned 4.1 Maintains patient autonomy, confidentiality and dignity. 5. May assist and/or perform chaperone duties for patient medical procedures as needed. Qualifications EDUCATION High School Diploma or equivalent. Graduation from an accredited medical assistant certificate program.* Certification/Registration (CCMA/CMA/AAMA/RMA) preferred. Certification/Registration may be accepted in lieu of graduation from an accredited MA school. *Employees employed by YNHHS as a result of a merger or acquisition may meet educational requirements with the applicable combination of education and experience and demonstration of current competences. EXPERIENCE Minimum of 1 year private practice medical assistant experience preferred in a primary care or specialist office. LICENSURE Medical Assisting Certification preferred. SPECIAL SKILLS Excellent, organizational, communication, customer service and teamwork skills required. Ability to multi-task is essential. EMR experience preferred and working knowledge of Microsoft office applications required. CPR certification preferred. Bilingual preferred but not required. Core philosophy or values consistent with a patient-centered approach to care. Demonstrates professional, appropriate, effective and tactful written, verbal and nonverbal communication with patients, families, medical staff, colleagues, vendors, and other departments throughout the continuum of care to promote continuity of care and services and enhance clinical image. PHYSICAL DEMAND Must complete work in a timely fashion. YNHHS Requisition ID 151709
RN OR Full-time
Yale New Haven Health

REGISTERED NURSE-Operating Room RN

apartment Yale New Haven Health location_onBridgeport, 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. At Bridgeport Hospital, we are committed to providing quality medical care and treatment that is coordinated and centered on the patient's specific needs. We strive to achieve benchmarks as a Patient Centered Medical Home and provide health care in a setting where patients are at the center of their care team. All employees of Bridgeport Hospital are part of the patients care team and contribute to the team approach of promoting access, continuous, comprehensive care and work to provide quality improvement in the care provided to their patients. As an integral member of the Yale New Haven Health System (YNHHS) healthcare team, the Registered Professional Nurse (RN) upholds the YNHHS mission, vision, values and strategic initiatives to provide the highest level of patient centered care. The RN practices professional nursing as a registered nurse within the legal and ethical framework established by the Connecticut Nurse Practice Act, American Nurses Association Scope and Standards for Nursing Practice, ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses and the YNHHS Professional Practice Model. The professional role of the RN is exemplified by the qualities of leadership, delegation, collaboration, effective communication, ensuring quality outcomes. YNHHS nurses practice in a framework outlined in our professional practice model, which states, "Achieving outcomes through Autonomy and Accountability". We value Nursing Professional Governance, and use evidence and data to support our practice with the patient and family at the center, always. The RN provides care that: * Establishes and maintains a therapeutic relationship with the patient and family encompasses an understanding and integration of cultural and diversity into practice * Includes communicating and working collaboratively with the patient, family and health care team members * Includes respecting the patient's values, preferences, expressed needs and knowledge of the healthcare situation in holistic data collection, in formulating health care outcomes and in the evaluation process. EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Responsibilities 1. STANDARDS OF PRACTICE RN practice is guided by the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice (2015). The Standards of Practice describe a competent level of nursing care as demonstrated by utilizing the nursing process components of assessment, diagnosis, outcomes identification, planning, implementation and evaluation. Assessment: The registered nurse collects pertinent data and information relative to the healthcare consumer's health or situation Diagnosis: The RN analyzes the assessment data to determine the actual and potential diagnoses or the issues. Outcomes Identification: The RN identifies expected outcomes for a plan individualized to the healthcare consumer or the situation. Planning: The RN develops and modifies a plan of care that prescribes strategies and alternatives to attain expected outcomes. Implementation: The RN implements the identified plan. Coordination of Care: The RN coordinates care delivery and transitions in care. Health Teaching and Health Promotion: The RN employs strategies to promote health and a safe environment. Evaluation: The RN evaluates progress toward attainment of outcomes. 2. STANDARDS OF PROFESSIONAL PERFORMANCE The ANA Standards of Professional Performance (2015) describe a competent level of behavior in the professional role, including activities related to: ethics, culturally congruent practice, communication, collaboration, leadership, education, evidence-based practice and research, quality of practice professional practice evaluation, resource utilization and environmental health. The RN is expected to engage in professional role activities, including leadership, appropriate to their education and position. The RN is accountable to for their professional actions to themselves, their healthcare consumers, their peers and ultimately to society. Ethics: The RN practices ethically. Culturally congruent practice: The RN practices in a manner that is congruent with cultural diversity and inclusion principles. Communication: The RN communicates effectively in all areas of practice Collaboration: The RN collaborates with healthcare consumer and other key stakeholders in the conduct of nursing practice. Leadership: The RN leads within the professional practice setting and the profession. Education: the RN seeks knowledge and competence that reflects current nursing practice and promotes futuristic thinking. Evidence-Based Practice and Research: The RN integrates evidence and research findings into practice Quality of Practice: The RN contributes to quality nursing practice. Professional Practice Evaluation: The RN evaluates owns' and others' nursing practice. Resource Utilization: The RN utilizes appropriate resources to plan provide and sustain evidence-based nursing services that are safe, effective and fiscally responsible Environmental Health: The RN practices in an environmentally safe and healthy manner. Qualifications EDUCATION Graduation from an accredited school of nursing. BSN preferred. All newly hired registered nurses must have current BCLS certification or must obtain within one month of hire. EXPERIENCE Registered Nurse is the foundational job description for all RNs. All RNs are encouraged to advance through the SPIRE clinical advancement program. LICENSURE Licensed and a currently registered nurse in the State of Connecticut. Clinical specialty certification highly encouraged. SPECIAL SKILLS Registered Nurse is the foundational job description for all RNs. All RNs are encouraged to advance through the SPIRE clinical advancement program. PHYSICAL DEMAND Requires prolonged standing; walking; use of sight, hearing, and touch. May be exposed to infectious diseases. Will be exposed to physical, mental and emotional illness as well as end of life conditions and death. Moderate stress and risk of injury from patient care. Standing/walking for more than half of the day. Frequently bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, twisting and lifting. Must be able to assist pushing/pulling/lifting patients ranging from five (5) to three hundred (300) pounds. Additional Information Interaoperative RN experience required unless participating in our Perioperative RN Residency program. Must be flexible to work both shifts and work on call. Robotic surgery skills and CNOR preferred but not required. YNHHS Requisition ID 147792
LPN Home Health Psych Per Diem
Yale New Haven Health

Behavioral Health- LPN- Home Health

apartment Yale New Haven Health location_onGuilford, 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 Licensed Practical Nurse works under the direction of a registered nurse to provide nursing care, to assist the patient in learning self-care techniques and to prepare clinical and progress notes. EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Responsibilities 1. Assesses patients within scope of practice at every home visit. 2. Carries out treatments per MD orders. Reports off to RN case manager and/or clinical manager. 3. Reports all changes in condition to MD. 4. Provides patient/caregiver education as per care plan. 5. Completes all documentation within 24 hours. Must include changes in condition, follow-up with provider or other disciplines with supporting documentation. 6. Attends all staff meetings, inservices, and all other meetings as required. 7. Compliance with all mandatory requirements -inclusive of Healthstreams. 8. Follows policies and procedures. Qualifications EDUCATION Graduated from an approved Practical Nurses Education Program EXPERIENCE Minimum one year experience in the acute care setting. Home care experience preferred, but not required. LICENSURE Licensed Practical Nurse with Valid Connecticut license required. SPECIAL SKILLS Excellent verbal and written skills. Excellent clinical knowledge. Strong computer skills. PHYSICAL DEMAND Ability to perform tasks involving physical activity which may include heavy lifting and extensive bending and standing. Additional Information Active LPN license, BLS certified, Behavioral Health homecare experience preferred however not required. Must be able to provide own transportation and visit patients in our service area. Able to work autonomously. Excellent communication skills. Per Diem, Days/Evening. Rotating Weekend and Holiday requirement. YNHHS Requisition ID 150935