Critical Care Registered Nurse (ICU Float RN) in Berlin, CT
Job Description
Overview
Join our dynamic healthcare team where every employee embodies our Vision, supports our Mission, and lives our Values of integrity, patient-centered care, respect, accountability, and compassion. As a Critical Care Registered Nurse, you will play a vital role in delivering exceptional patient care while making a meaningful impact in the lives of those we serve.
Under the guidance of the Nurse Manager/Clinical Coordinator, you will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized patient care on a nursing unit/department while adhering to unit policies and procedures. You will also oversee non-RN personnel and, when in a charge role, delegate responsibilities effectively across the unit. Flexibility is key, as you may be required to work across various nursing units based on staff and patient distribution.
Key Responsibilities
• Ongoing assessment of patients' physical and psychosocial conditions throughout their care continuum.
• Development and documentation of comprehensive, individualized care plans that incorporate input from patients, families, and the healthcare team.
• Implementation and coordination of care plans in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.
• Evaluation of care plan effectiveness, patient responses, and discharge readiness, with adjustments as necessary.
• Assessment of learning needs for patients and families, followed by provision of tailored educational opportunities.
• Act as a preceptor for new staff, fostering a supportive learning environment.
• Assume charge nurse responsibilities as needed to ensure unit operations run smoothly.
• Meet performance expectations in customer service, teamwork, resource utilization, and professional development.
• Participate in additional duties as directed to maintain high service levels in the department/unit.
• Expertly care for neuro patients with demonstrated competency.
• Conduct neuro assessments with skill and precision.
• Manage airways for neuro patients effectively.
• Provide care and support for tracheostomy patients.
• Assist physicians during special neuro procedures with confidence.
• Understand and implement the 'TIA' teaching program.
• Perform pharyngeal, endotracheal, and tracheostomy suctioning in accordance with established protocols.
• Utilize and care for patients in a halo brace competently.
• Manage nursing responsibilities for patients on ventilators with expertise.
Qualifications
Education: Graduate from an accredited nursing school; BSN preferred. Proficiency in computer software, including electronic patient records, is required.
Experience: None specified but Med/Surg RN experience is required.
Licensure: Valid Registered Nurse License in the state of Connecticut.
Special Skills: BLS certification is required.
If you are passionate about providing high-quality care and are ready to embrace new challenges, we encourage you to apply!
Join our dynamic healthcare team where every employee embodies our Vision, supports our Mission, and lives our Values of integrity, patient-centered care, respect, accountability, and compassion. As a Critical Care Registered Nurse, you will play a vital role in delivering exceptional patient care while making a meaningful impact in the lives of those we serve.
Under the guidance of the Nurse Manager/Clinical Coordinator, you will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized patient care on a nursing unit/department while adhering to unit policies and procedures. You will also oversee non-RN personnel and, when in a charge role, delegate responsibilities effectively across the unit. Flexibility is key, as you may be required to work across various nursing units based on staff and patient distribution.
Key Responsibilities
• Ongoing assessment of patients' physical and psychosocial conditions throughout their care continuum.
• Development and documentation of comprehensive, individualized care plans that incorporate input from patients, families, and the healthcare team.
• Implementation and coordination of care plans in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.
• Evaluation of care plan effectiveness, patient responses, and discharge readiness, with adjustments as necessary.
• Assessment of learning needs for patients and families, followed by provision of tailored educational opportunities.
• Act as a preceptor for new staff, fostering a supportive learning environment.
• Assume charge nurse responsibilities as needed to ensure unit operations run smoothly.
• Meet performance expectations in customer service, teamwork, resource utilization, and professional development.
• Participate in additional duties as directed to maintain high service levels in the department/unit.
• Expertly care for neuro patients with demonstrated competency.
• Conduct neuro assessments with skill and precision.
• Manage airways for neuro patients effectively.
• Provide care and support for tracheostomy patients.
• Assist physicians during special neuro procedures with confidence.
• Understand and implement the 'TIA' teaching program.
• Perform pharyngeal, endotracheal, and tracheostomy suctioning in accordance with established protocols.
• Utilize and care for patients in a halo brace competently.
• Manage nursing responsibilities for patients on ventilators with expertise.
Qualifications
Education: Graduate from an accredited nursing school; BSN preferred. Proficiency in computer software, including electronic patient records, is required.
Experience: None specified but Med/Surg RN experience is required.
Licensure: Valid Registered Nurse License in the state of Connecticut.
Special Skills: BLS certification is required.
If you are passionate about providing high-quality care and are ready to embrace new challenges, we encourage you to apply!
Job Details
Medical Speciality
Critical & Intensive CareNeuro
Employment Type
Full-time
Required License
RN (Registered Nurse)
Work Setting
HospitalICU
About Yale New Haven Health
Yale New Haven Health is a healthcare organization that provides comprehensive and compassionate care through its five hospitals and numerous outpatient locations. By partnering with providers, payers, and Yale University, they make the latest medical treatments and innovations accessible to patients. With a network of primary care physicians and specialists, they aim to deliver patient-focused, accessible, and cost-effective care.