Registered Nurse, Float Pool ECHN NEW HIRE SIGN ON BONUS ELIGIBLE POSITION - $8K!# 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 Competency Performs 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.# Storrs Mansfield, CT, US, 06268Posted 9 hours ago Nursing Clinical Coordinator. ECHN NEW HIRE SIGN ON BONUS ELIGIBLE! - $8,000 # POSITION SUMMARY: The Clinical Coordinator in her/his specialty will assess, plan, implement and evaluate care for a group of patients, guide and supervise assigned nursing personnel; collaborate with health care professionals, coordinate ancillary staff, and demonstrate professional growth and development. She/he will consistently demonstrate expert proficiency in working with complex patients according to the unit#s scope of practice, and will serve as a unit resource and teacher. The Clinical Coordinator will serve as an assistant to the Nurse Manager, mentoring and supporting newer staff and facilitating communication, assisting in the advancement of Nursing and organizational initiatives. He/she will serve as a role model for expert, contemporary, evidence based nursing practice. # EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION Masters preferred. BSN or actively matriculating for a BSN required. Professional certification is highly desirable. Current RN licensure in State of Connecticut # EXPERIENCE ######## Three to five years of acute care experience required. # ######## Charge nurse/ leadership experience desired. # COMPETENCIES Assists the Nurse Manager in the operational activities of the patient care unit.# ######## Assists in planning and operationalizing the model of nursing care to be utilized on the unit in delivering safe, efficient, high quality patient care, ensuring an optimal patient/family experience. ######## Serves as the Charge Nurse on assigned shifts, coordinating the patient assignment and clinical care activities of the team for a particular day. ######## Participates in staffing and scheduling function to ensure adequate nursing resources for patient population within established census and budgetary guidelines. ######## Facilitates efficient Patient Flow through daily collaboration with MDs, clinical team and Patient Flow Facilitator. Ensures staff compliance with established processes. ######## Supports and advances the Service Excellence strategies on the unit. Rounds on patients, families and staff to assess satisfaction, provide feedback and intervene when necessary. # Assists the Nurse Manager in the development of the nursing staff on the unit. ######## Identifies knowledge or practice deficits among the staff through direct observation.# Works with Nurse Manager and the Education Department to provide individual or unit based educational programs to meet these needs. ######## Contributes to the goal of reducing staff turnover by supporting nurses. Serves as a clinical resource and mentor for novice nurses and provides coaching in critical or complex situations. ######## Works with educators and preceptors to provide orientation to new unit employees.# Evaluates progress weekly with appropriate documentation to support strengths and weaknesses. Participates in 30-60-90 day contacts as requested by manager. ######## Participates in annual performance review process for departmental staff as requested by Nurse Manager. # Supports the advancement of contemporary, safe, evidenced based nursing practice. Identifies and initiates opportunities to incorporate evidence based research into practice. Reviews performance and coaches staff on appropriate use of restraints, fall reduction strategies, compliance with skin protocols and reduction of medication errors and hospital acquired infections. Oversees documentation to assure compliance with Quality, Nursing and regulatory standards including JCAHO, DPH, CMS and publically reported Core Measures. Initiates patient care conferences with multidisciplinary team when appropriate. Supports staff participation in Shared Governance Councils to promote decision making at the bedside and serves on committees as requested. # ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES: Effective team leader, comfortable in supervising nursing team. Approachable, objective, team builder. Able to establish effective, collaborative relationships with physicians and all levels of staff in multiple departments. Partners with the Nurse Manager for staffing, budgeting compliance and providing for staff educational needs.# Demonstrates service excellence and is a role model for staff. Must be flexible in schedule availablity to best meet the needs of the departmental staff on all shifts. Excellent communication skills are required to contribute to an open, supportive, professional climate. # South Windham, CT, US, 06266Posted 9 hours ago Registered Nurse, Emergency Department. ECHN NEW HIRE SIGN ON BONUS ELIGIBLE POSITION - $8K! # 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. Reports to the Clinical Nurse Manager. # EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION: Must be a graduate of an accredited school of Nursing and have and maintain a current Registered Nurse license in the State of Connecticut. Must have certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) upon hire or within 3 months of hire. Obtain Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certified within one (1) year of completion of hire into position; Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) or Emergency Nurse Pediatric Course (ENPC) within 2 years of hire into position and maintain certification while employed in this position.# COMPETENCIES: Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. Possesses basic computer skills. Must be capable of taking swift and efficient action, including patient restraint when responding to patient emergency codes.## 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 Competency Performs population-specific comprehensive assessments and re-assessments of the patient#s condition and care needs including the psychosocial, physical, educational and cultural aspects. 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 periodically 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. 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. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the lifespan 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. Provides an accurate and pertinent report of the patient#s condition for safe transfer of care. Uses triage process to ensure timely and appropriate care to patients.# Accurately assigns triage categories. Monitors hemodynamic status of patients and correctly interpret the results.# Demonstrates knowledge of cardiac monitoring; identifies dysrhythmias and treats appropriately. Demonstrates knowledge of airway management procedures and the ability to utilize appropriate equipment. Maintains a good rapport/relationship and a cooperative working relationship with outside agencies i.e. Public Safety Officials; police, fire, EMS organizations, referring agencies ECF , Visiting Nurse Association#s, Department of Child and Family Affairs (DCF). Maintains clinical competence and awareness of all ECHN policies, procedures and guidelines. # #HPECHN South Windham, CT, US, 06266Posted 9 hours ago Clinical Nurse Educator, Medical/Surgical Nursing. ECHN # NEW HIRE SIGN ON BONUS ELIGIBLE! - $8,000 POSITION SUMMARY: Provides clinical expertise, education, consultation, leadership and research in selected clinical areas to benefit patients, staff and the organization. Promotes compliance with regulations by working with ECHN staff to develop practices that are relevant and compliant. Facilitates project teams as well as organizational department efforts to improve systems and process within ECHN. EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION: Must be a graduate of an accredited School of Nursing and hold and maintain current a Registered Nurse license in the State of Connecticut. Must hold a BSN from an accredited university. Master#s Degree in Nursing Preferred # matriculation is required after one year in the position. Basic certification in the area of specialty is preferred:#Education Medical/Surgical nursing. EXPERIENCE: Must have at least five (5) years or more of progressive experience in clinical practice, nursing education, and/or nursing management in an acute care setting.## COMPETENCIES: Strong leadership skills, attention to detail and excellent communication skills. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Maintains clinical competency for area of assignment. 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. Nurse Educator Provides educational leadership to direct care providers to enhance specialized patient care within the step down units with medical and surgical units. Assesses the quality of care for a specific patient population. #Creates an environment of nursing excellence in which high quality care can be provided. Coordinates and implements orientation of nursing staff.# Collaborates to develop individualized orientation programs and monitors orientee#s progress.# Collaborates with Nurse Manager to address orientee concerns/problems.# Ensures accurate completion of orientation paperwork. Collaborates with medical providers, patient care staff, and unit management in the planning, implementation, and delivery of educational curricula. Plans and implements annual competencies through collaboration with the Nurse Manager and Medical providers. Assists with documenting staff completion of nursing competencies. Monitors trends and implements educational strategies to ensure compliance with quality standards and parameters. Uses a comprehensive approach, a high level of discriminative judgment, advanced knowledge, and expert skill to identify problems and issues that interfere with patient care and that may require intervention. Provides clinical practice interventions that result in improvements in clinical outcomes, patient /family satisfaction, resource allocation, staff knowledge and skills, health care team collaboration, and organizational efficiency Collaborates with members of the healthcare team to develop standards of care, clinical procedures, or quality improvement plans.# Implementation and adherence are evaluated to compare outcomes, refine guidelines, improve clinical management and further promote consistent adherence.# Participates in system evaluation of technology and its impact on patients and resources Acts as an expert resource that provides pertinent information which enables nurses and others to make decisions based on a wide range of relevant and appropriate alternatives. Supports the Clinical team in their ability to care for this patient population. Participates in both formal and informal teaching and coaching of staff nurses, graduate nursing students, other healthcare professionals and patients/ families. Demonstrates commitment to career development and professional practice of self and staff. Fosters a spirit of inquiry by documenting problems to determine research needs or by generating or refining identified research problems. Interprets and applies research findings. Analyzes and evaluates the appropriateness of research and applies research findings to advance clinical practice and patient care delivery. Evaluates outcomes. Collaborates with nurses, nurse educators, physicians, and other healthcare providers and patients and their families to result in teambuilding, synergism, and integrative solutions. Acts as positive role model for nurses demonstrating practical integration of theory and evidenced based practice. Utilizes evidence based practice in clinical procedures, administrative policies and educational materials for patients, staff and others. Acts as a change agent to provide a link between a variety of resources and staff and asserts clinical and professional leadership in the practice setting or healthcare system, in health care policy and delivery decisions, or in the administration of direct care programs. Acts as a knowledgeable, strong, risk taking nurse leader. Conveys a strong sense of staff advocacy and support. South Windham, CT, US, 06266Posted 9 hours ago Registered Nurse, Inpatient Geri Psych at Rockville General Hospital. ECHN 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.# Communicates, as appropriate, the patient#s clinical condition, responding quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment.# Responsible for creating and maintaining a safe, structured and therapeutic milieu, with age-specific behavioral management practices.# 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. Reports to the Clinical Coordinator. Creates a caring and compassionate environment through Core Values of Teamwork, Respect, and Communication. # EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION: Must be a graduate of an accredited school of Nursing and have a current Registered Nurse license with the state of Connecticut. Must have certification in Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) upon hire and maintain clinical competency during employment with ECHN in this role. Must be trained in PMT and de-escalation techniques, as prescribed by ECHN, and receive certification within 6 months of hire into the role. # COMPETENCIES: Must be able to communicate effectively using the English language in both verbal and writing situations. Must possess basic computer skills. Must be capable of taking swift and efficient action, including patient restraint when responding to patient emergency codes. # 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 Competency Performs comprehensive assessments and re-assessments of the patient#s condition and care needs including the psychosocial, physical, educational and cultural aspects as evidenced by supervisor observation and chart audits. Assess and reassess pain.# Utilizes appropriate pain management tools and techniques.# Educates the patient and family regarding pain management.# Documentation reflects assessments, interventions and evaluation of effectiveness as evidenced by supervisor review/observation. Develops and revises individualized treatment plans 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. Documentation reflects assessments, interventions and evaluation of effectiveness. Evidenced by supervisor review / observation. Follows the five (5) medication rights and reduces the potential for medication errors. Demonstrates knowledge of medications including psychotropic drugs and their correct administration based on age of the patient and their clinical condition as evidenced by chart audits and supervisor observation. Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and promotes positive patient outcomes as evidenced by supervisor observation. Documents the nursing process and responses to care in a timely manner utilizing the appropriate tools as evidenced by chart audits and supervisor observation. Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situations.# Utilizes critical thinking skills and sound judgment in priority setting and delegation as evidenced by supervisor observation. Formulates a teaching plan based upon identified learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning, family is included in teaching as appropriate as evidenced by chart audits and supervisor observation. Practices autonomously, consistent with evidence-based standards.# Pursues personal and professional growth and development.# Serves as a professional role model and mentor as evidenced by supervisor observation. Demonstrates the ability to maintain a safe and therapeutic environment as evidenced by observation of appropriate interventions as well as patient, peer and supervisor feedback. Demonstrates clinical expertise, perceptiveness, empathy and interpersonal warmth as evidenced by supervisor and peer observation and feedback on Satisfaction Surveys.# Displays and promotes sensitivity to the privacy needs of psychiatric patients. Effectively uses psychological and physical management techniques to manage violent or potentially violent situations consistent with PMT training as evidenced by peer and supervisor observation. Participates in Early Response codes and Dr. Strong codes, attendance at PMT refresher trainings. Demonstrates the abilities to effectively set limits with patients and maintain appropriate professional and personal boundaries as evidenced by peer and supervisor observation.# Collaborates and communicates with all members of the treatment team to effectively meet the treatment needs of the patient as evidenced by feedback from treatment team members and supervisor observation. Provides psychotherapeutic treatment to patients as evidenced by documentation reflecting individual psychotherapeutic interventions and documentation of nurse-led educational and psychotherapeutic groups. # Mansfield Center, CT, US, 06250Posted 9 hours ago Nursing Supervisor. ECHN POSITION SUMMARY: Responsible for promoting and maintaining quality patient care through effective management and coordination of direct and indirect care activities during assigned shift.# Allocates available resources to promote efficient, effective and compassionate patient care.# Provides clinical and administrative leadership and expertise.# Facilitates interdisciplinary team relationships.# Visible, accessible and committed to communicating effectively with staff.# Promotes the profession of nursing and professional practice.# Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner.# In the absence of the Administrator and/or designee, has the authority and responsibility for administrative decisions and appropriate notification of the Administrator-on-Call.# # EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION: Bachelor#s Degree or currently enrolled in such a program. A current Registered Nurse license from the State of Connecticut is required. Certification is highly desirable. Clinical and managerial competency must be retained for area of assignment including Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS).## EXPERIENCE: Must have at least three (3) years of nursing experience in an acute care setting with demonstrated leadership potential. COMPETENCIES: Able to communicate effectively in English # both verbally and in writing Basic computer skills in WORD, EXCEL, and OUTLOOK are necessary.# 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 Competency 1.##### Visits all patient care units to ascertain condition of patients, evaluate staffing needs and provide support to caregivers. 2.##### Administers the effective distribution and utilization of personnel employed during the respective shift. 3.##### Evaluates the quality and appropriateness of patient care.# Participates in quality improvement projects and initiatives.# Performs necessary data collection and audits related to quality and regulatory compliance. 4.##### Keeps the Nurse Executive, or designee and/or the Administrator-on-call informed regarding circumstances or situations which have or may have serious impact. 5.##### Assesses patient placement and care needs from a global hospital perspective, allocating resources accordingly. 6.##### Participates in nursing and organizational policy formulation and decision making through participation in councils and committees. 7.##### Follows Pharmacy protocols for obtaining drugs when the Pharmacist is unavailable. 8.##### Assumes the duties as outlined in the Emergency Preparedness Manual. 9.##### Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situations.# Utilizes critical thinking skills and sound judgment in priority setting and delegation. 10.# Pursues personal and professional growth and development.# Serves as a professional role model and mentor. 11.# Responds to emergent situations and coordinates, directs and evaluates staff response. 12.# Promotes patient satisfaction through the delivery of high-quality patient care, regular patient rounds and implementation of service recovery techniques.# Follows protocol for responding to patient complaints and grievances. 13.# Provides input to staff performance evaluations and monitoring of action plans. 14.# Uses good judgment in ensuring adherence to established hospital procedures and policies.# Effectively addresses unusual patient care or unit management issues. South Windham, CT, US, 06266Posted 9 hours ago Physician Office, Medical Assistant. ECHN Hours of this office are typically: Monday- Friday#8A-5P Depending on patient Schedules# # POSITION SUMMARY: Medical Assistants support providers in ECMPF medical office settings. They are multi-skilled, assume a wide range of roles and are viewed as vital partners in provider quality patient care and increasing medical office productivity.# Medical Assistants handle both administrative and clinical duties and must demonstrate acute attention to detail, accuracy, professional etiquette and superior customer service and clinical skills at all times.# EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION: # Must have a high school diploma or equivalent,#AND#one of the following: Completed a Medical Assistant Program, OR Certification/Registration as an MA OR 5+ years of experience as a Medical Assistant in lieu of being a Registered MA/ or attended an MA Program EXPERIENCE: Previous experience working in a medical facility highly preferred. COMPETENCIES: Comfortable working in a fast-paced confidential medical environment. Must be team oriented with excellent written and verbal communication skills. Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish and maintain a safe work environment. Sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, care, push and /or pull light to moderate amounts of weight; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination. Ability to maintain working relationships and interact with patients and employees on a daily basis. Reliable transportation and the ability to float to other offices when needed. Strong computer and keyboarding skills. 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. Greet patient and prepare them for physician examination per established office protocol. Keep information in the patient#s chart current per established requirements. Documents all sample medication dispensed in the medical record. Provide oversight to vaccine program following State guidelines. Checks and restocks rooms with necessary supplies and ensures exam rooms are prepared for the day. Keep inventory of medical supplies and reports them to Office Coordinator/Practice Manager for reorder. Report malfunction of medical equipment to Office Coordinator/Practice Manager. Properly cleans and sterilizes equipment and prepares surgical trays as indicated by the physician. Assist physician/practitioner with office surgical procedures. Perform EKG and Spirometry as ordered. Report lab results to patients and follow through with any physician instructions to patients for follow up or change in medication, including scheduling appointment when necessary. Answer requests from pharmacies for prescription refills per office protocol. Prepare specimens and paperwork to submit to reference lab for testing as directed my physician or midlevel. Instruct patients on how to proper collect sterile urine specimens. On a monthly basis check all medications (including samples) and appropriately dispose of expired medications. Obtain precertifications for tests, procedures, treatments, medications, and hospitalizations as needed. Schedule and arrange referrals and outside testing for patients as directed by physician. Maintain work area in a neat and organized manner. Maintain appropriate documentation of compliance with CLIA regulations. Primary Care staff participates in Patient Centered Medical Home Care Team collaborations.# May be required to float to other offices and/or perform other duties as requested by Management. Maintain confidentiality and adhere to HIPPA requirements. South Windham, CT, US, 06266Posted 9 hours ago Clinical Nurse Educator, Emergency Department. ECHN NEW HIRE SIGN ON BONUS ELIGIBLE! - $8,000 POSITION SUMMARY: Provides clinical expertise, education, consultation, leadership and research in selected clinical areas to benefit patients, staff and the organization. Promotes compliance with regulations by working with ECHN staff to develop practices that are relevant and compliant. Facilitates project teams as well as organizational department efforts to improve systems and process within ECHN. # EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION: Must be a graduate of an accredited School of Nursing and hold and maintain current a Registered Nurse license in the State of Connecticut. Must hold a BSN from an accredited University. Master#s Degree in Nursing Preferred # matriculation required after one year in position. Basic certification in area of specialty is preferred:# Education/Emergency Nursing # EXPERIENCE: Must have at least five (5) years or more of progressive experience in clinical practice, nursing education, and/or nursing management in an acute care setting.## # COMPETENCIES: Strong leadership skills, attention to detail and excellent communication skills. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Maintains clinical competency for area of assignment. # 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. #Nurse Educator Provides educational leadership to direct care providers to enhance specialized patient care within the Emergency Departments. Assesses the quality of care for a specific patient population. #Creates an environment of nursing excellence in which high quality care can be provided. Coordinates and implements orientation of nursing staff.# Collaborates to develop individualized orientation programs and monitors orientee#s progress.# Collaborates with Nurse Manager to address orientee concerns/problems.# Ensures accurate completion of orientation paperwork. Collaborates with medical providers, patient care staff, and unit management in the planning, implementation, and delivery of educational curricula. Plans and implements annual competencies through collaboration with the Nurse Manager and Medical providers. Assists with documenting staff completion of nursing competencies. Monitors trends and implements educational strategies to ensure compliance with quality standards and parameters. Uses a comprehensive approach, a high level of discriminative judgment, advanced knowledge, and expert skill to identify problems and issues that interfere with patient care and that may require intervention. Provides clinical practice interventions that result in improvements in clinical outcomes, patient /family satisfaction, resource allocation, staff knowledge and skills, health care team collaboration, and organizational efficiency Collaborates with members of the healthcare team to develop standards of care, clinical procedures, or quality improvement plans.# Implementation and adherence are evaluated to compare outcomes, refine guidelines, improve clinical management and further promote consistent adherence.# Participates in system evaluation of technology and its impact on patients and resources Acts as an expert resource that provides pertinent information which enables nurses and others to make decisions based on a wide range of relevant and appropriate alternatives. Supports the Clinical team in their ability to care for this patient population. Participates in both formal and informal teaching and coaching of staff nurses, graduate nursing students, other healthcare professionals and patients/ families. Demonstrates commitment to career development and professional practice of self and staff. Fosters a spirit of inquiry by documenting problems to determine research needs or by generating or refining identified research problems. Interprets and applies research findings. Analyzes and evaluates the appropriateness of research and applies research findings to advance clinical practice and patient care delivery. Evaluates outcomes. Collaborates with nurses, nurse educators, physicians, and other healthcare providers and patients and their families to result in teambuilding, synergism, and integrative solutions. Acts as positive role model for nurses demonstrating practical integration of theory and evidenced based practice. Utilizes evidence based practice in clinical procedures, administrative policies and educational materials for patients, staff and others. Acts as a change agent to provide a link between a variety of resources and staff and asserts clinical and professional leadership in the practice setting or healthcare system, in health care policy and delivery decisions, or in the administration of direct care programs. Acts as a knowledgeable, strong, risk taking nurse leader. Conveys a strong sense of staff advocacy and support. South Windham, CT, US, 06266Posted 9 hours ago Remote Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. Headway Remote Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
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ECHN NEW HIRE SIGN ON BONUS ELIGIBLE! - $8,000 # POSITION SUMMARY: Provides clinical expertise, education, consultation, leadership and research to the organization in relation to patients and staff with wound, skin, ostomy and continence needs.# Serves as a resource to patients, staff, physicians and management.# Allocates available resources to promote efficient, effective and compassionate care related to wound, skin, ostomy and continence throughout the organization.# Facilitates the development of collegial relationships.# Visible, accessible and committed to communicating effectively with staff.# Promotes the profession of nursing and professional practice.# Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner.# Responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care of wounds, fistulae, pressure ulcers, skin breakdown, ostomy care and incontinence.# Reports to the manager of nursing education. # EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION: Must be a graduate of an accredited School of Nursing and hold and maintain a current Registered Nurse license in the State of Connecticut.# Certification in Wound, Ostomy and Continence Care/Enterostomal Therapy Nursing is required. Completion of accredited coursework in conservative sharp wound debridement and successful completion of 10 hours of supervision by a surgeon preferred. BSN in nursing required. MSN in Nursing preferred.# EXPERIENCE: Must have two to three (2 - 3) years or more of progressive experience in clinical practice in the medical/surgical area.# COMPETENCIES: Must be able to communicate effectively communicate in English, both verbally and in writing and possess basic computer skills.# 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 Competency Performs comprehensive assessments and re-assessments of the patient#s condition related to wound/skin and ostomy/continence needs including the psychosocial, physical, educational and cultural aspects. Assesses and re-assesses pain.# Utilizes appropriate pain management tools and techniques.# Educates the patient and family regarding pain management.# Documentation includes the location, nature and intensity of pain, methods of relief used previously, and plan for on-going pain management. Is knowledgeable of the anatomy and physiology and disorders of the gastrointestinal, genitourinary and dermal systems. Demonstrates thorough knowledge of wound staging and prevention of pressure ulcers. Knowledgeable of surgical procedures and postoperative course for patients undergoing bowel surgery as related to ostomy and continence. Develops and revises individualized plans of care as indicated by assessment and patient response to treatment.## Evaluates overall plan as needed for effectiveness.# Involves the patient and family in the formulation of goals. Provides direct care to patients with wounds, ostomies, drainage tubes and incontinence in a timely manner and recommends products and treatments that are appropriate, based on patient assessment and standards of care.# Revises care plan according to the patient#s response to treatment. Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and privacy and promotes positive patient outcomes. Documents wound/skin and ostomy/ continence issues according to the nursing process and responses to care in a timely manner utilizing the appropriate tools. Maintains current knowledge of community resources to provide skilled care, products, support and education for patients and families and promotes smooth transition along the care continuum. Provides patients/families with information needed for independent care or arranges for education to continue post discharge.# Provides pre and post-operative assessments and education. Assists physicians and nursing staff in maintaining current knowledge and competence in the areas of stoma care, wound management, skin and incontinence care and management of fistulae in orientation, individually or in educational sessions/programs on an ongoing basis. Practices autonomously, consistent with evidence-based standards.# Pursues personal and professional growth and development.# Serves as a professional role model and mentor. Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situations.# Utilizes critical thinking skills and sound judgment in priority setting and delegation. Is fiscally responsible in selection and use of products and resources and promotes cost-saving or revenue generation for the organization. Is knowledgeable about state and joint commission regulations related to wound and skin care and enforces these regulations throughout the organization. Collects and analyzes data related to wound /skin and ostomy to measure progress and quality of care. Organizes and coordinates a wound and skin resource liaison team that is responsible for wound and skin expertise on each particular unit and acts as a resource to staff on wound and skin issues throughout the organization.# Resource team can also assist with data collection and quality improvement related to wound and skin. Organizes, implements and evaluates wound and skin rounds on all units in both hospitals on a regular basis either independently or with the resource team members on each unit. #MPECHN# Storrs Mansfield, CT, US, 06268Posted 9 hours ago