Registered Nurse, Full Time, Days, Homecare, Thompson, CT

Day Kimball Hospital•Thompson, CT

51d

About The Position

As the Homecare Registered Nurse (RN), you will provide comprehensive nursing services to individuals, families and groups. Responsible for the overall coordination of the Plan of Care and is proficient in all components of the nursing process. Directly responsible to the Clinical Supervisor.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing is required
Registered Nurse (RN) license issued by the state of Connecticut is required
Two years of recent medical/acute care or critical care experience as a registered nurse, or an equivalent level of experience preferred
Achieve Home Health Care specific competencies within the time frame determined by the department
Valid Connecticut Driver's License and proof of current insurance coverage required

Responsibilities

Provides skilled nursing care to patients in their homes (including admission/discharge) on a family centered basis while recording/maintaining complete patient record on Portable Electronic Device and/or paper record.
Teaches, demonstrates, supervises and evaluates care given by peers, HHAs, family members and significant others.
According to age and developmental level of the patient, systematically assesses the patient's physical, psychosocial, emotional, cultural, spiritual and discharge needs.
Develops and implements a plan of care for each patient.
Utilizes effective oral and written communication skills to include completeness and accuracy of documentation.
Evaluates the plan of care and reformulates th goals as necessary.
Demonstrates accurate technical skill and operational knowledge of patient care equipment and procedure, including venipuncture to administer IV medication, TPN, lipids, etc.
Recognizes unsafe and life-threatening situations and intervenes appropriately.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Pharmacy Plan
401(k) Retirement Plan - With eligible employer contribution
Life Insurance - Basic and supplemental coverage options
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
Pet Insurance
Paid Time Off - Including vacation days, sick leave, and paid holidays
Educational Reimbursement
Pay-for-Performance Opportunities
Shift Differentials - Additional pay for evening, night, or weekend shifts (where applicable)
Career Pathways - Opportunities for clinical ladder advancement, internal growth, leadership development, and mentorship
Employee Perks - Weekly Pay, Recognition programs, Employee Wellness Initiatives, Food Truck Fridays, and Employee Appreciation Events