Registered Nurse - Medical Surgical Unit

Overview\n\nJoin our dedicated team at YNHHS, where every employee contributes to our mission and embodies our core values : integrity, patient-centered care, respect, accountability, and compassion. We invite you to be a vital part of our nursing staff, delivering quality care to our residents.\n\nResponsibilities\n

• Consistently follows established nursing standards and implements facility protocols while interpreting policies for staff, residents, and families.\n
• Communicates effectively by obtaining thorough reports during shifts and ensures all relevant information is shared with the incoming nursing staff.\n
• Conducts regular resident rounds, oversees the care provided by nursing assistants and LPNs, and reports significant changes in resident conditions to the appropriate personnel swiftly.\n
• Supervises and evaluates nursing care, coordinates assignments for nursing assistants, and clearly explains procedures to ensure resident care is prioritized.\n
• Provides clinical oversight for certified nursing assistants and verifies assessments made by licensed practical nurses.\n
• Competently performs essential nursing skills, including medication administration, maintaining compliance with all relevant policies and protocols.\n
• Conducts comprehensive assessments of each resident, develops tailored care plans, and actively participates in care conferences.\n
• Ensures accurate documentation of treatments, medications, and resident conditions in compliance with regulatory standards.\n
• Evaluates the performance of nursing staff, providing constructive feedback and participating in the employee evaluation process.\n
• Maintains emergency equipment and reports any incidents or accidents promptly while observing infection control practices diligently.\n
• Engages positively with residents, families, and colleagues, exemplifying teamwork, punctuality, and professionalism at all times.\n
• Acts as a chaperone for patients as needed during appointments and procedures involving sensitive examinations.\n\nQualifications\n
• Education : Baccalaureate degree in Nursing or related science preferred.\n
• Experience : At least one year of work experience in rehabilitative, psychiatric, or geriatric nursing is preferred.\n
• Licensure : Must be a Registered Nurse licensed in the State of Connecticut.\n
• Special Skills : Excellent communication and interpersonal capabilities are essential to maintain high standards of nursing care.\n\nYNHHS Requisition ID : 150644