Registered Nurse (RN)

Newport Healthcare • Fairfield, CT

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Registered Nurses at Newport Healthcare provide on-site nursing and attendant care to adolescents and/or young adults receiving treatment. They complete health screenings, provide direct nursing care, monitor chronic health conditions, evaluate residents’ medical concerns, and communicate relevant information to an NP or MD. Registered Nurses are also members of patients’ multidisciplinary treatment teams, administer medications, order refills, and follow applicable policies, protocols, and regulations.

Requirements

• Current and unrestricted Registered Nurse license in the state where applying.
• Ability to make sound decisions based on analysis, wisdom, experience, and judgment.
• Compassionate, patient-first mindset and commitment to high standards of care.
• Cultural competency and sensitivity to patients’ unique experiences and backgrounds.
• Ability to multitask and remain calm and organized under pressure or in stressful situations.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in residential nursing.

Responsibilities

• Complete client health screenings and provide direct care and nursing services as needed, including monitoring chronic health conditions.
• Evaluate residents’ medical complaints and concerns during on-site hours and relay information to the appropriate NP or MD.
• Participate as a member of patients’ multidisciplinary treatment teams.
• Administer medications and order medication refills.
• Comply with policies and procedures, including OSHA, HIPAA, medical protocols, infection control, and local, state, and federal regulations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed