Registered Nurse, Float Pool
Company: ECHN
Location: Meriden
Posted on: March 19, 2023
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Job Description:
Job Description:
POSITION SUMMARY:Utilizing the nursing process, provides high
quality direct and indirect patient-centered care. Coordinates
patient care by working collaboratively with the interdisciplinary
team, patients and families. Communicates, as appropriate, the
patient's clinical condition, responding quickly and accurately to
changes in condition or response to treatment. Demonstrates
knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life
span and the skills necessary to provide age appropriate care to
the patient population served. Promotes the profession of nursing
and professional practice through collegial support and
interactions. EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:Graduate of an accredited
school of Nursing.Current licensure in the state of
Connecticut.Must provide copies of all current clinical
competencies upon hire or transfer and during employment.Maintains
clinical competency required for area of assignment including but
not limited to BLS.EXPERIENCE:Minimum one year of nursing
experience required.COMPETENCIES:Able to communicate effectively in
English - both verbally and in writing.Possesses basic computer
skills.Must be able to work at both Manchester Memorial Hospital
and Rockville General Hospital.ESSENTIAL DUTIES and
RESPONSIBILITIES: Disclaimer: Job descriptions are not intended,
nor should they be construed to be, exhaustive lists of all
responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated
with the job. They are intended to be accurate reflections of the
principal duties and responsibilities of this position. These
responsibilities and competencies listed below may change from time
to time. Job-Specific CompetencyPerforms population-specific
comprehensive assessments and re-assessments of the patient's
condition and care needs including the psychosocial, physical,
educational and cultural aspects.Demonstrates knowledge of the
principles of growth and development over the life span, including
adolescent, adult and geriatric population, and the skills
necessary to provide age-appropriate care to patients served. Able
to interpret data about the patient status in order to identify
each patient's age-specific needs and provide care needed by the
patient group.Assesses and reassesses pain. Utilizes appropriate
pain management tools and techniques. Educates the patient and
family regarding pain management. Documentation reflects
assessments, interventions and evaluation of effectiveness.Develops
and revises individualized plans of care as indicated by assessment
and patient response to treatment. Evaluates overall plan daily for
effectiveness. Involves the patient and family in the formulation
of goals.Follows the seven (7) medication rights and reduces the
potential for medication errors. Demonstrates knowledge of
medications and their correct administration based on age of the
patient and their clinical condition.Performs all aspects of
patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and
promotes positive patient outcomes. Adheres to and practices safety
behaviors (CHAMP).Documents the nursing process and responses to
care in a timely manner utilizing the appropriate
tools.Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and
function under stressful situations. Utilizes critical thinking
skills and sound judgment in priority setting and
delegation.Formulates and implements a teaching plan for patients
and families based upon identified learning needs. Evaluates
effectiveness of learning.Demonstrates autonomous practice,
consistent with evidence-based standards. Pursues personal and
professional growth and development. Serves as a professional role
model and mentor.Provides an accurate and pertinent report of the
patient's condition for safe transfer of care.Promotes and
participates in quality improvement initiatives related to patient
experience quality and safety.Possess the flexibility to float
between Manchester Memorial and Rockville General Hospitals.
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Keywords: ECHN, Meriden , Registered Nurse, Float Pool, Healthcare , Meriden, Connecticut
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