RN - Per Diem

UCFS Healthcare•Norwich, CT

21h•$34 - $38•Onsite

About The Position

UCFS strives to use person-centered care to improve the health and well-being of everyone in our community. Share in our vision of being Eastern CT’s best choice for patient-centered healthcare! We are seeking a Registered Nurse who will provide general nursing care to clients at the Ross Adult Day center, utilize critical thinking and clinical judgment to assess, interpret, and respond to complex client needs within a multidisciplinary team environment.

Requirements

Registered Nurse License to practice in the State of Connecticut
2 years of relevant experience
Active Connecticut RN license
Current CPR/BLS certified
Comfortability working with the elderly population
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care.
Working knowledge of MS Office.
Strong organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

Assess and monitor clients’ health changes; follow-up as appropriate with family members, care givers, physicians, treatment providers and involved agencies
Review clients’ medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician/provider, administer and document medications and treatments
Complete and maintain appropriate records and reporting, including client documentation, statistical data, attendance records, and all required documentation and reporting to ensure accreditation through the Connecticut Association of Adult Day Services (CAADS); charts any concerns regarding client and keeps ADC-RN Supervisor informed
Provides personal care assistance to clients and assists with other program needs (i.e. meals, recreation as necessary.)
Screen prospective clients and collect data to determine appropriate admission to the program; coordinates admissions and discharges; assists in maintaining and updating waiting list and all other related activities
Responds to calls from physicians, clients, home care agencies, and family members
Treats co-workers, clients and visitors respectfully, courteously and professionally, addressing conflicts and disagreement in a positive and respectful manner
Performs other duties as assigned

Benefits

Yearly Performance Merit Increases
Gain Share Program
Local & Online Discounts
401(k) Plan + 6% Employer Contributions
Employer Paid Life & Disability Insurance
Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Wellness Programs
Decompression Spaces
Generous Paid Time Off Starting at 3 Weeks Vacation, 4 Floating Holidays, 10 Sick Days, 8 Federal Holidays
Employee-Led Committees
NHSC Loan Repayment Opportunities
PSLF Eligibility
Career Path Ladders
Employer Paid Learning & Development Programs
Appreciation, Education, and Team-Building Events