Registered Nurse (Nights) - Psych Unit

Norwalk Hospital Association•Norwalk, CT

22d•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 members of the interdisciplinary healthcare team to deliver healthcare services. The role assesses patient needs; plans, implements, and evaluates medical and nursing regimens in accordance with hospital and nursing philosophy, policies, procedures, and standards; and demonstrates leadership, professional accountability, and commitment to growth. The position is in the Psych Unit at Norwalk Hospital. The nurse conducts and documents patient assessments and reassessments, administers medications safely, coordinates and supervises nursing care, promotes patient safety, communicates during hand-offs and bedside rounds, supports patient and family learning, and delivers patient-centered care. The nurse also meets regulatory and compliance responsibilities, develops clinical and professional skills, mentors others, and performs other duties within the state nursing scope of practice.

Requirements

Graduate from an accredited school of nursing with an Associate's degree (required).
Current and unobstructed Connecticut Registered Nurse license.
RN credential.
BLS credential.

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 requirement.

Responsibilities

Complete patient assessments and reassessments as clinically indicated, documenting the plan of care, interventions, outcomes, and the patient's physical, mental, and emotional status.
Ensure appropriate documentation for the level of care, including transfer and discharge documentation when indicated.
Follow the five Rights of Medication Administration; explain medications to patients and families; assess allergies, parameters, potential side effects, and effectiveness; intervene as needed; and reassess and document the response according to hospital policy.
Coordinate and supervise delivery of nursing care, including delegation of tasks, and maintain accountability for delegated care.
Promote a culture of safety by assessing potential patient safety risks, following hospital safety policies and procedures, and initiating interventions for identified risk factors.
Conduct bedside shift reports and bedside rounds with peers for assigned patients at change of shift.
Document application of the nursing process responsibly, accountably, and ethically.
Ensure appropriate patient hand-off when leaving for breaks.
Assess patient and family learning needs, plan and provide instruction using applicable teaching methods, 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 lines of communication through active listening.
Meet accreditation, regulatory, and compliance responsibilities related to the position.
Pursue formal and independent learning experiences to maintain and develop clinical and professional skills and knowledge.
Teach and mentor others to support their success.
Perform other duties as assigned within the state nursing scope of practice.