Community Health Staff Nurse (Part time & Full time)

Job Overview Registered Nurse (RN) provides patient care on a nursing unit/department under the supervision of the Nurse Manager/Clinical Coordinator. The RN plans, implements, evaluates, and supervises patient care in accordance with unit policies and procedures. EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Responsibilities Assesses patients’ physical and psychosocial condition on an ongoing basis throughout the continuum of care. 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. Implements and coordinates the plan of care in collaboration with the healthcare team. Evaluates the effectiveness of the plan of care, patient response to care, and readiness for discharge; revises the plan of care as needed and makes referrals where indicated. Provides educational opportunities and documents outcomes. Functions as a charge nurse. Delegates and supervises unit activities; provides supervision of non‑RN personnel on the assigned unit. Any other duties assigned or directed to ensure smooth operation of the department/unit. Demonstrates competency in the care of the neuro patient. Demonstrates skill and knowledge in neuro assessment. Demonstrates skill and knowledge in the airway management of the neuro patient. Demonstrates skill and understanding in assisting the physician and caring for the patient during special neuro procedures. Performs pharyngeal, endotracheal, tracheostomy suctioning according to established policy and procedure. Demonstrates skill and understanding of the use of equipment and care of patient in a halo brace. Demonstrates skill and understanding of nursing responsibilities and interventions for the patient on a ventilator. Meets performance expectations for customer service, teamwork, resource utilization, and staff and self‑development as outlined in the performance review. Qualifications Graduated from an accredited school of nursing. Licensed and currently registered nurse in the State of Connecticut. Able to practice within the scope and standards of practice within the Nurse Practice Act of their state. Evidence of competency in neuro nursing and airway management. Benefits Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance. Retirement savings plan with employer contributions. Paid time off and flexible scheduling options. Location and Unit Settings Heart & Vascular Cardiac ICU (5‑1 SP), RN‑HVC Cardiothoracic ICU (CTICU/WP3), and HVC Cardiovascular ICU and Stepdown (5‑4 SP). These units provide critical care for patients with complex cardiac, vascular, and post‑operative needs. #J-18808-Ljbffr