Registered Nurse (Nights) - Oncology

Norwalk Hospital Association•Norwalk, CT

34d•$48 - $68•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse provides direct patient care guided by the American Nurses Association scope of practice. The nurse collaborates with patients, families or significant others, peers, physicians, and other interdisciplinary healthcare team members to deliver healthcare services. The role assesses patient needs, plans and implements care, and evaluates medical and nursing regimens in accordance with hospital and nursing philosophy, policies, procedures, and standards. The nurse demonstrates leadership, professional accountability, and commitment to growth. This position is in the Oncology department at Norwalk Hospital.

Requirements

Graduated from an accredited school of nursing with an Associate's degree in nursing (required).
Current and unobstructed Connecticut Registered Nurse license for CT hospitals; new graduates awaiting licensure may be considered at the discretion of the Chief Nursing Officer in Connecticut.
RN and BLS credentials.
Ability to perform work involving significant manual skills, motor coordination, and finger dexterity.
Ability to exert up to 35 pounds of force; the role requires medium to heavy physical effort.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in nursing.
American Nurses Association-endorsed certifications or Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses certification, based on certification specialty hours-of-work requirements.

Responsibilities

Assess and reassess patients as clinically indicated, documenting care plans, interventions, outcomes, and patients’ physical, mental, and emotional status.
Complete appropriate documentation for the level of care, including transfer and discharge documentation as indicated.
Follow the five Rights of Medication Administration; explain medications to patients and families; assess for allergies, parameters, potential side effects, and effectiveness; intervene as needed; and reassess and document responses according to hospital policy.
Coordinate and supervise nursing care, including delegation of tasks, and remain accountable for delegated care.
Promote patient safety by assessing risks, following hospital policies and procedures, and initiating interventions for identified risk factors.
Conduct bedside shift reports and bedside rounds with peers at change of shift.
Document application of the nursing process in a responsible, accountable, and ethical manner.
Ensure appropriate patient hand-off when leaving for breaks.
Assess patient and family learning needs, provide appropriate instruction, and assess and document responses to teaching.
Care for specific patient populations as necessary, regardless of location.
Deliver patient-centered care by embracing cultural diversity, respecting individual dignity, and maintaining open communication and active listening.
Meet accreditation, regulatory, and compliance responsibilities.
Pursue formal and independent learning to maintain and develop clinical and professional skills and knowledge.
Mentor others to support their success.
Perform other duties as assigned within the state nursing scope of practice.