Summary:
To provides nursing care to a patient or group of patients under the direction and supervision of a Registered Professional Nurse.
Sunday-Saturday. 8 hour shifts x3 per week. 1500-2300 and 2300-0700
Responsibilities:
1. Patient Care Criteria A: Provides patient care as directed by the Registered Nurse. Prioritizes assignments in consultation with the RN. Patient Care Criteria B: Performs procedures as identified by the Skills Checklist ie, splinting, EKGs and woundcare. Refers to and utilizes appropriate resources. Responds promptly to patient care needs. Patient Care Criteria C: Maintains a safe patient environment incorporating Norwalk Hospital Policies and Procedures. Patient Care Criteria D: Self directed, offers assistance with unit needs, and cover other team members as needed.
2. Communication Criteria A: Communicates with patients, visitors and coworkers within the scope of his/her responsibilities in a courteous manner. Communication Criteria B: Observes and reports to Registered Nurse all changes in patient condition, observations or occurrences of an unusual nature in a clear and concise manner. Communication Criteria C: Documents accurately patient data on appropriate forms i.e., ED Flow Sheet. Communication Criteria D: Obtains information necessary to carry out patient care assignment, for example: report and/or active order profile sheets.
3. Occupational and Personal Responsibilities Criteria A: Demonstrates compliance with identified policies and procedures in carrying out unit assignments i.e., stocking, equipment maintance. Follows mini-protocols. Maintains computer skills ie, Eclipys and Cerner, enters orders/patient charges and Emerge data. Occupational and Personal Responsibilities Criteria B: Demonstrates willingness to assist with and improve unit operations. Occupational and Personal Responsibilities Criteria C: Maintains neat and orderly appearance and environment. Occupational and Personal Responsibilities Criteria D: Completes all competencies and annual requirements as established by the ED Management team, ie, EKGs, Point of Care Testing, restraints/Code Green and utilizes awarness of Least Restrivtive Measures. Maintains personal Educational Record.
4. Equipment and Supplies Criteria A: Utilizes supplies and equipment in a cost efficient and proper manner ie., stocking and maintance of equipment. Equipment and Supplies Criteria B: Reports problems with supplies and equipment to appropriate personnel for corrective action. Equipment and Supplies Criteria C: Maintains supplies as per established par levels in the ED and Express CAre.
5. Performs other duties as assigned.
6. Fulfills all compliance responsibilities related to the position.
Education: HS GRAD/EQUIVALENT
Other Information:
Required: High School Diploma or equivalent and is a Nursing Assistant or an EMT in the State of Connecticut.
Minimum Experience: zero to six months
Desired:
Company: Norwalk Hospital Association
Org Unit: 350
Department: Emergency Department
Exempt: No
Salary Range: $16.50 - $27.67 Hourly
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Are you ready to take the next step in your career as a Nursing Technician? Join Norwalk Hospital’s Emergency Department, where your commitment to patient care can truly make a difference! We’re looking for compassionate and skilled individuals to provide nursing care under the direction of a Registered Professional Nurse. Here, you’ll work three 8-hour shifts each week, covering essential evening and night hours from 3 PM to 11 PM or 11 PM to 7 AM, ensuring our patients receive the utmost care around the clock. Your responsibilities will include vital patient care tasks like responding promptly to patient needs, performing procedures such as splinting and wound care as outlined in our Skills Checklist, and maintaining a safe and welcoming environment. Clear communication is key, so you’ll document and report on patient conditions and collaborate with team members to enhance unit operations. Ideally, you possess a High School Diploma or equivalent, and while experience is great to have, we welcome candidates ranging from zero to six months in the field. If you’re dedicated to upholding nursing standards and passionate about making a positive impact in patients’ lives, Norwalk Hospital is the perfect place for you to thrive in your career!
Norwalk Hospital is one of three nationally recognized hospitals of the Western Connecticut Health Network , Connecticut's premier, patient-centered healthcare organization. Established in 1893 by our devoted community, Norwalk Hospital was built ...
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