Jobs in New Britain Connecticut

Location Detail: 435 Lewis Avenue-Midstate Med (10123)

Shift Detail: 9 hour shifts - x 4 days a week, Flexible hours on Fridays. On Call Requirements.

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Every day, over 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network. 
Serving our community since 1998, MidState Medical Center is a vibrant and progressive organization with a genuine concern for our patients, community, and employee’s alike. We’ve earned top honors for quality stroke care, gold level recognition for organ donation, and employing leaders in the field of cardiovascular and pulmonary rehabilitation, providing the highest quality level of care.
Job Description:
Our Nurses work in collaborative environments with strong interdisciplinary teams, focused on a patient centered care model in a richly diverse work space. Under the direction and general supervision of the Nurse Manager, the registered nurse utilizes evidence based practices in accordance with the State Nurse Practice Act, policies and procedures of the hospital and as directed by the medical staff. The registered nurse who through knowledge and ability uses the nursing process to develop a plan of care which includes standards of practice to meet the physical, emotional spiritual, cultural and educational needs of the patient and family.

 

Qualifications

• RN license in the state of Connecticut; BSN required.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards
• GI and procedural based experience necessary
• Leadership experience preferred.

We take great care of careers.
With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.

Location Detail: 80 Seymour Street (10008)

Shift Detail: M-F (3) 8 hour shifts
7am-3:30pm

Work where every moment matters.
Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network.

Job Summary
Our Nurses work in collaborative environments with strong interdisciplinary teams, focused on a patient centered care model in a richly diverse work space. Under the direction and general supervision of the Nurse Manager, the registered nurse utilizes evidence based practices in accordance with the State Nurse Practice Act, policies and procedures of the hospital and as directed by the medical staff. The registered nurse who through knowledge and ability uses the nursing process to develop a plan of care which includes standards of practice to meet the physical, emotional spiritual, cultural and educational needs of the patient and family.

The Cardiac Rehabilitation Nurse will have expertise in the cardiovascular specialty areas. Their role will integrate the components of clinician, teacher, consultant and researcher into direct patient care.

Responsibilities:
• Completes Initial Assessment for patients referred to the outpatient cardiac
rehabilitation program
• Identifies indications for participation, contraindications
for participation and specific monitoring needs and risk factor modification
goals for each patient.
• Completes patient education/counseling and documents treatment plan, including measureable goals, tailored to the individualized goals/needs of each patient referred to the program.
• Evaluates, monitors and documents multiple patients response to exercise therapy prior to, during and after exercise therapy. This ongoing assessment includes blood pressure, heart rate, rate of perceived exertion, telemetry/EKG, and may also include oxygen saturation, daily weight, blood sugar and ventricular assist devices
• Reports any significant participant acute conditions (e.g: dysrhythmias, blood pressure, angina symptoms, weight gain) to the supervising physician immediately. Reports ongoing, abnormal trends to physician/provider as needed (ex: elevated blood pressure; abnormally low blood pressure, episodes of hypo/hyperglycemia) via event report.
• Initiates ACLS measures and/or emergency care according to hospital policy.
• Completes tasks related to patient recruitment, insurance pre-certification, registration, and records management (Scott Care, Epic) as needed.
• Keeps current in the field of cardiac rehabilitation through journals, in-services, mock codes, conferences and staff meetings
 

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Current Connecticut State RN License
  • Current BLS/ACLS
  • BSN required; MSN preferred
  • Previous Cardiac Rehab experience preferred with knowledge of exercise therapy
  • Previous experience in a cardiovascular clinical area e.g.: Coronary Care, Cardiac Rehab, Congestive Heart Failure-Two years of recent and relevant experience preferred
  • Meets the skills criteria for Cardiac Rehab Nurse Competencies.
  • Capable of meeting the physical and emotional demands of the position
  • Desire to work within a comprehensive health care team
  
  We take great care of careers.
  With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.
  
  As an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action employer, the organization will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status.

Location Detail: MMH-71 Haynes Street (10627)

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Every day, over 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here.  We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network as a Registered Nurse.

The Greater Manchester Region has approximately 2,500 employees. It includes Manchester Memorial Hospital, a 249-bed community hospital, Rockville General, a campus of Manchester Memorial Hospital, a 102-bed facility, a large multispecialty provider group and visiting nurse services. The Greater Manchester Region serves a region of 300,000 people in 19 towns.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Utilizing the nursing process, provides high quality direct and indirect patient centered care. Coordinates patient care by working collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team. Communicates, as appropriate, the patient’s clinical condition, responding quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment. Responsible for creating and maintaining a safe, structured, and therapeutic milieu, with age-specific behavioral management practices. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and the skills necessary to provide age-appropriate care to the patient population served. Promotes the profession of nursing and professional practice through collegial support and interactions. Reports to the Clinical Coordinator. Creates a caring and compassionate environment through Core Values of Teamwork, Respect, and Communication.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION: 

• Must be a graduate of an accredited school of Nursing and have a current Registered Nurse license with the state of Connecticut.

• Must be trained in de-escalation techniques, and receive certification within the orientation period of hire.

• Must receive RQI certification within three (3) months of hire and maintain clinical competency during employment within this role.

COMPETENCIES:

• Must be able to communicate effectively using the English language in both verbal and writing situations.

• Must possess basic computer skills.

• Must be capable of taking swift and efficient action, including patient restraint when responding to patient emergency codes.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

Disclaimer: Job descriptions are not intended, nor should they be construed to be exhaustive lists of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. They are intended to be accurate reflections of the principal duties and responsibilities of this position. These responsibilities and competencies listed below may change from time to time.

1. Performs comprehensive assessments and re-assessments of the patient’s condition and care needs including the psychosocial, physical, educational, and cultural aspects as evidenced by supervisor observation and chart audits.

2. Assess and reassess pain. Utilizes appropriate pain management tools and techniques. Educates the patient and family regarding pain management. Documentation reflects assessments, interventions and evaluation of effectiveness as evidenced by supervisor review/observation.

3. Develops and revises individualized treatment plans as indicated by assessment and patient response to treatment. Evaluates overall plan daily for effectiveness. Involves the patient and family in the formulation of goals. Documentation reflects assessments, interventions, and evaluation of effectiveness. Evidenced by supervisor review / observation.

4. Follows the seven (7) medication rights and reduces the potential for medication errors. Demonstrates knowledge of medications including psychotropic drugs and their correct administration based on age of the patient and their clinical condition as evidenced by chart audits and supervisor observation.

5. Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and promotes positive patient outcomes as evidenced by supervisor observation.

6. Documents the nursing process and responses to care in a timely manner utilizing the appropriate tools as evidenced by chart audits and supervisor observation.

7. Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situations. Utilizes critical thinking skills and sound judgment in priority setting and delegation as evidenced by supervisor observation.

8. Formulates a teaching plan based upon identified learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning, family is included in teaching as appropriate as evidenced by chart audits and supervisor observation.

9. Practices autonomously, consistent with evidence-based standards. Pursues personal and professional growth and development. Serves as a professional role model and mentor as evidenced by supervisor observation.

10. Demonstrates the ability to maintain a safe and therapeutic environment as evidenced by observation of appropriate interventions as well as patient, peer, and supervisor feedback.

11. Demonstrates clinical expertise, perceptiveness, empathy, and interpersonal warmth as evidenced by supervisor and peer observation and feedback on Satisfaction Surveys. Displays and promotes sensitivity to the privacy needs of psychiatric patients.

12. Effectively uses psychological and physical management techniques to manage violent or potentially violent situations consistent with CPI training as evidenced by peer and supervisor observation. 

13. Participates in Early Response codes and Dr. Strong codes, attendance at PMT refresher trainings.

14. Demonstrates the abilities to effectively set limits with patients and maintain appropriate professional and personal boundaries as evidenced by peer and supervisor observation.

15. Collaborates and communicates with all members of the treatment team to effectively meet the treatment needs of the patient as evidenced by feedback from treatment team members and supervisor observation.

16. Provides psychotherapeutic treatment to patients as evidenced by documentation reflecting individual psychotherapeutic interventions and documentation of nurse-led educational and psychotherapeutic groups.

We take great care of careers

With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth.  Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children.  We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving colleagues-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance.  Every moment matters.  And this is your moment.

Location Detail: Charlotte Hungerford Hospital (10115)

Shift Detail: Per Diem for 8 hour shifts during the week and weekends

Work where every moment matters.

 

Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here.  We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network. 

 

Charlotte Hungerford Hospital is a 122-bed, general acute care community hospital located in Torrington, Connecticut, that serves as a regional health care resource for the 100,000 residents of Litchfield County and Northwest Connecticut.  CHH offers personalized attention from an expert team of caregivers and physicians that utilize advanced technology and clinical partnerships in a convenient, safe and comfortable patient environment.

 

POSITION SUMMARY/PURPOSE

Care Management is a collaborative practice model including patients, nurses, social workers, physicians, healthcare team members,, caregivers and the community.  The Case Management process encompasses communication and facilitates care along a continuum through effective resource coordination.  The goals of the Care Management Team include the achievement of optimal health, access to care and appropriate utilization of resources balanced with the patient’s right to self-determination.

 

Incumbents of this position are professional Registered Nurses that utilize the nursing process (assessment, planning, intervention, documentation, and evaluation) to determine and facilitate the most appropriate level of care and identification of discharge needs. Collaborates with physician to ascertain medical treatment plan and with nursing, other health care team members and health plans to fulfill the treatment plan in the highest quality, cost effective manner.  Responsible for ensuring customer satisfaction (patient, family, physician, others), maintaining patient confidentiality and being sensitive to the age and cultural specific patient needs for comfort, privacy and generalized care.  .

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

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2. Displays and upholds CHH core values of dignity, compassion, service excellence, community and integrity.  Consistently demonstrates caring for patients, for one another, and for the organization they are part of, and contributes to building trust, pride and camaraderie and collaboration with the Health Care Team.
   
3. Incumbents of this position will strive to gain the respect and maintain the dignity of patients / family members, visitors and all Charlotte Hungerford Hospital Personnel. Demonstrates a diplomatic and supportive attitude and presents the hospital in a positive manner to all persons above.  Promotes and contributes, in a positive manner, to inter- and intra-departmental relationships to ensure all needs of the patient are met.  Maintains confidentiality of all appropriate information and documentation.
   
4. Responsible for complete and thorough patient and family assessments for initial and on-going care and discharge planning, addressing physical, psychosocial, religious, cultural and educational aspects. Identifies and communicates appropriate information gathered from patient, family, chart, community agencies and colleagues to other members of the multidisciplinary health care team.  Actively coordinates patient care including the sequencing and scheduling of tests, procedures, and consultations. Works closely with physicians to coordinate hospital services from pre-hospital through post discharge recovery.
   
5. Ensures patient and family understand the diagnosis and planned course of treatment and determines and communicates discharge needs.  Identifies gaps / barriers to care and facilitates interdepartmental communications to expedite appropriate changes. Additionally, incumbents are responsible for assessing any financial needs of the patient / family, including assisting in the clarification of benefit plans.
   
6. Assists Social Worker Care Managers with highly clinical complex patient needs.
   
7. Responds expeditiously to emergency needs of patient and families in crisis by providing appropriate interventions necessary to support and stabilize.
   
8. In conjunction with patient, family, payers and other members of the health care team: formulates and implements a discharge plan to address assessed needs and patient/family concerns,; evaluates the effectiveness of the plan in meeting the established care goals; and revises the plan as needed to achieve desired outcomes.
   
9. Refers patients to a variety of resources including, but not limited to, Visiting Nurse Agency, Skilled Nursing facility, Long Term Care Hospital, Rehab Facility, Hospice Care, Durable Medical and Respiratory Care providers.
   
10. Assures Follow-up care with Providers has been arranged with confirmation of the  patient’s ability to access the scheduled appointment.
    
11. Telephone Contact to patient’s who are at a high risk for readmission within 48 hours of discharge to verify the follow-up services has occurred as planned;  Patient and Family understand and are following their discharge instructions and Patient and family are able to follow-up with their provider for evaluation.
    
12. Pro-actively advocates for patient care issues to ensure that overall quality and type of care is sensitive to each specific patient/family’s needs.
    
13. Analyzes patient care trends and actively seeks out and collaborates with the care team to improve overall quality and efficiency of care
    
14. Seeks out and/or provides peer consultation about cases that are presenting problems and or experiencing significant deviations from the plan of care. Attends and participates in extended stay rounds, daily outcome planning rounds, Case Management Team meetings and peer reviews regarding management of their caseload.
    
15. Participates in quality improvement and evaluation processes related to the Care Management function. Abstracts data from the medical record to enable the review of selected hospital core measures or for review by external agencies such as the JCAHO, CMS and/or QIO. Collects and trends a variety of data to identify avoidable hospital days and/or process improvement opportunities. 
    
16. Meet required job specific competencies for assigned unit, including mandatory educational requirements.  Maintains professional growth and development through seminars, workshops and professional affiliations to stay current on the latest trends related to position.  Participates in staff meetings, educational programs and in-service meetings to maintain competencies. Complies with hospital policies and procedures related to safety, infection control, attendance, sexual harassment, dress code, corporate compliance, confidentiality and others.  Communicates to Administrative Director and/or Management staff needs identified for self, the unit and other team members.
    

 JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILL REQUIREMENT AND REQUIRED ATTRIBUTES

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• Strong Communication and Interpersonal Skills
  
• Knowledge of the Nursing Process
  
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects form initiation to completion within prescribed schedules and utilization of resources. 
  
• Ability to effectively utilize a variety of Microsoft Office, Outlook and Meditech HCIS software, Morrisey and Web based programs required.
  
• Skilled in Motivational Interviewing
  
• Ability and willingness to follow the mission and values of the Charlotte Hungerford Hospital on a daily basis
  

Qualifications

EDUCATION

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• Maintains current license as a Registered Nurse in the State of Connecticut.
  
• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing preferred. 
  

EXPERIENCE   

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• Minimum of 3 years acute care hospital experience required.
  
• Care Management experience preferred.
  
• Case Management certification ACM or CCM Strongly preferred.
  

We take great care of careers.

 

With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth.  Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children.  We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance.  Every moment matters.  And this is your moment.

Location Detail: MMH-71 Haynes Street (10627)

Shift Detail: 9:30-12:30
Monday - Friday

Work where every moment matters.

Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network.

The Greater Manchester Region has approximately 2,500 employees. It includes Manchester Memorial Hospital, a 249-bed community hospital, Rockville General, a campus of Manchester Memorial Hospital, a 102-bed facility, a large multispecialty provider group, visiting nurse services and a clinical day school. The Greater Manchester Region serves a region of 300,000 people in 19 towns. 

This position reports to the Director of Adolescent Education and to the Director of Child and Adolescent Ambulatory Services. Responsible for monitoring and responding to the overall health needs of students in the Clinical Day School. Responsibilities include performing initial student assessments (safety status, physical and/or emotional complaints, hygiene, etc.), monitoring self-administration of medications (prescribed or otherwise), maintaining state-required student health assessment records, prioritizing daily telephone calls regarding student’s health issues and/or medications, and observing, documenting and reporting medication issues/concerns to the appropriate MD or prescribing doctor.  This position requires a holistic approach to adolescent health and a working knowledge of health issues (medical and psychiatric) pertaining to the adolescent population. 

Qualifications

• CT licensure as a Registered Nurse is required.
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification is required.
• Age-specific knowledge of population and level of care age-specific competences are required.
• Familiarity with abuse and neglect reporting and duty-to-warn mandates and knowledge of community-based resources is preferred, but not required.
• A minimum of two (2) years experience.

• A minimum of one (1) year experience in Child and Adolescent Behavioral Health.

   

• This position requires strong clinical skills including a demonstrated strong team orientation.
• Strong written as well as verbal communication using the English language is essential.
• Must be flexible in approach so that service-specific as well as overall system needs can be met.
• Must be able to function effectively and independently in a work environment where multitasking is necessary.
• Computer competency with basic knowledge of Microsoft WORD and OUTLOOK is essential.

Location Detail: Charlotte Hungerford Hospital (10115)

Work where every moment matters.

Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here.  We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network. 

Charlotte Hungerford Hospital is a 122-bed, general acute care community hospital located in Torrington, Connecticut, that serves as a regional health care resource for the 100,000 residents of Litchfield County and Northwest Connecticut. At Charlotte Hungerford, you will work in a small traditional New England community setting, where neighbors are helping neighbors, yet still enjoy all the benefits and opportunities that come along with being part of a large health system. CHH offers personalized attention from an expert team of caregivers and physicians that utilize advanced technology and clinical partnerships in a convenient, safe and comfortable patient environment.

Registered Nurses utilize the nursing process (assessment, planning, intervention, documentation, and evaluation) to provide direct and indirect patient care based on area(s) assigned, addressing the appropriate needs of all patients. Follows nursing department philosophies, policies and procedures to develop unique education and care plans for each patient and provide appropriate education and support for family members. Utilizes judgment, knowledge and understanding of patient and family needs when directing ancillary staff. 

Qualifications

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• Maintains current license as a Registered Nurse in the State of Connecticut
  
• Bachelor’s degree in field of Nursing preferred.
  

We take great care of careers.

With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth.  Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children.  We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure  work/life balance.  Every moment matters.  And this is your moment.

Location Detail: 100 Grand Street New Britain (10126)

Start here at Hartford Healthcare and work where every moment matters!  

The Hospital of Central CT doesn’t just take great care of our patients; we take great care of our Registered Nurses too! Our benefit options at Hartford Healthcare are designed so you can care for yourself and your family, just as you care for others when you are here. 

What our nurses love about Hartford Healthcare:

• Automatic enrollment into the Nurse Residency Program for all graduate RNs with less than one year of experience.

• Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250.00 after six months of employment and up to 40% tuition discounts with partnering institutions for colleague AND dependents

• Loan forgiveness for qualifying existing student loans

• Employee assistance and wellness programs including a strong focus on promoting mental health 

• Paid time off and health insurance packages

• Free parking on-site

• Discounts on services, products and optional coverages – movie tickets, pet insurance, travel and more! 

At Hartford healthcare, we are focused on supporting our colleagues. Our Registered Nurses have the opportunity to practice at the top of their license using research, innovation and evidence-based practices. We offer our Graduate Registered Nurses clinical instruction and additional learning opportunities as they complete the Nurse Residency program. 

The Hospital of Central Connecticut is an acute-care community teaching hospital, we provide comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services in general medicine and surgery, as well as a wide variety of specialties. Staffed by our talented team of leading professionals, The Hospital of Central Connecticut provides a wide array of services throughout the region, caring for patients from birth through the end of life.

Job Summary 

The Perinatal Safety Nursewill serve as a collaborative member of the leadership team who will oversee the current and future development, implementation and evaluation of site-specific obstetric patient safety and quality initiatives. Examples include, but are not limited to, the national perinatal patient safety bundles and the Joint Commission Elements of Performance for Maternal Safety. The Perinatal Safety Nurse will also serve as a champion for the system-wide Maternal Quality and Safety Program. This individual will be the unit safety champion and will effectively develop and execute patient centered safety initiatives. This individual will report to Perinatal Safety Nurse Program Manager and the HOCC Nursing Leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing [BSN]
• RN License, Fetal Monitoring Certification, NRP, and BLS
• Five (5) years of obstetric/labor and delivery experience
• Working Knowledge of implementation science
• Background in designing and implementation of simulations
• Experienced in Epic and proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

   The Hospital of Central CT is part of Hartford HealthCare, a system that includes 7 acute care hospitals, a comprehensive Behavioral Health Network, Home Care services, Senior Services, and an extensive Medical Group network. Hartford HealthCare’s unified culture enhances access, affordability, equity and excellence. Its care-delivery system of over 37,000 employees— in more than 500 locations serving 185 towns across Connecticut offers unparalleled expertise-touching more than 23,000 lives every single day. Here you’ll learn, grow, and contribute to healing and health as part of one of Connecticut’s premier health systems. No matter where you work in the Hartford HealthCare system, you're connected to the team that's redefining care. Start here, where every moment matters.

 

Location Detail: 80 Seymour Street (10008)

RN - HF Transitional Care Nurse Coordinator - Congestive Heart Failure

Work where every moment matters. 
Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network. 

Hartford Hospital is one of the largest and most respected teaching hospitals as well as a Level I trauma center. Hartford Hospital is on the cutting edge of technology & medical care and is home to the Center for Education, Simulation and Innovation (CESI), one of the most-advanced medical simulation training centers in the world. Housing the Northeast’s largest robotic surgery center, committed to becoming the best in the country for patient safety and is pursuing that goal by taking innovative action and creating a culture of safety at every level within the organization. 

The Hartford HealthCare Heart & Vascular Institute brings together cardiac care specialists – increasing collaboration and care coordination – all under one roof. Our system of care includes a truly integrated team with the most talented, experienced, and compassionate caregivers and physicians, backed by the latest cutting-edge technology. 
The award-winning Heart & Vascular Institute is a national leader in advancing cardiac care, offering heart disease prevention, treatment, surgery and research. We received “top performer” recognition by The Joint Commission for performance on evidence-based care processes for the treatment of heart attack, and were recognized by the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association as a Get with the Guidelines® - Stroke GOLD PLUS Achievement Award winner in 2016. 

Job Summary 
Heart Failure Transitional Care Nurse Coordinators participates in an expanded nurse role as an integral member of the Heart Failure Team. They are at the forefront of the Heart Failure Disease Management Program and work in a collaborative environment with strong patient-centered interdisciplinary teams, focused on a patient-centered care model in a richly diverse work space. The nurse coordinator must possess our institutional values of integrity, kindness, safety, nurse excellence, leadership, professionalism, and loyalty while providing high quality safe care. Under the direction and general supervision of the Heart Failure Program Manager, the registered nurse coordinator uses high-level critical thinking skills and expertise in the safe administration of various heart failure intravenous medications aimed at decongestion while also balancing and providing the framework of a robust comprehensive advanced heart failure management program. The Heart Failure Transitional Care Nurse Coordinator utilizes evidence based practices in accordance with the State Nurse Practice Act, policies and procedures of the hospital and as directed by the medical staff. With a goal of reducing readmissions and improving quality of life for patients, coordinators use expert knowledge and the nursing process to develop a plan of care which includes standards of practice to meet the physical, emotional, spiritual, cultural, and educational needs of the patient and family. The coordinator provides specialty and individualized care, implementing interventions including heart failure education, medication education, dietary education and on-going counseling, promotion of self-care, and adherence to a therapy plan. 

Key Areas of Responsibility 
• Independently obtains and performs assessments while safely triaging and guiding a patient’s clinical course. Presents patient history and clinical presentation to a Provider. Establishes, implements, and evaluates an individualized plan of care with timely and appropriate clinical advice and interventions. 
• Perform extensive review of medications and eliminates inadvertent inconsistencies across transitions in care. Communicates effectively with Providers to validate and verify medications and ensure medication safety and improved effective medication reconciliation and follow-up care. 
• Facilitates coordination of care across the continuum and collaborates with Advanced Practice Providers and Physicians to utilize therapy protocols. Performs IV and medication therapy, assessment, and evaluation of the patient 
• Participates in the overall program growth, referral base, outreach, protocol establishment and re-evaluation 
• Participates in research and present programmatic milestones and accomplishments in various venues 
• Leads heart failure support groups, educational sessions, and develops Heart Failure newsletters, and other activities/ materials as needed. 
• Coordinates the Heart Failure patient experience throughout the Hartford Healthcare continuum based on the individual needs of the patient. 

 

Qualifications

Education: 
Bachelor of Science Nursing Degree required 
Experience 
Minimum of 3 years’ acute care experience preferred. 
Minimum of 2-5 years’ heart failure experience preferred. 
Licensure, Certification, Registration 
Current Connecticut Registered Nurse License 
Basic Life Support Certification by the American Heart Association 
American Association of Heart Failure Nurses (AAHFN) Certification (or must obtain within 6 months of hire). 
Knowledge, Skills and Ability Requirements: 
• Ability to adapt and be flexible to the needs of the Comprehensive Heart Failure Program 
• Ability to communicate clearly 
• Ability to utilize advanced critical thinking and judgment to make safe recommendations to both the patient and provider on how to improve their health condition or symptoms. 
• Strong Clinical skills 
• Ability to concurrently manage multiple priorities 

We take great care of careers. 
With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action employer, the organization will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status.
 

Location Detail: 100 Grand Street New Britain (10126)

Shift Detail: Monday to Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Work where every moment matters.

Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare employees come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network.

The Hospital of Central Connecticut is an acute-care community teaching hospital, we provide comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services in general medicine and surgery, as well as a wide variety of specialties. Staffed by our talented team of leading professionals, The Hospital of Central Connecticut provides a wide array of services throughout the region, caring for patients from birth through the end of life.

Job Summary:

The Connecticut Orthopedic Institute and Ayer Neuroscience Institute are highly dedicated to improving the lives of our patients. The Nurse Navigator serves as a patient advocate, liaison, and advisor/educator to guide patients throughout the continuum of care for their surgical experience beginning in the pre-operative phase up to a full year post-operatively to mitigate risks and promote positive outcomes. This position builds relationships with patients, families and the internal clinical team to improve patient outcomes, satisfaction and transitions through the continuum of care.

Job Responsibilities:

·         Serves as a member of the multidisciplinary care team, functioning as a patient advocate, educator, key point of contact and liaison between the patient and all other appropriate services.     

·         Navigates patients through the continuum of care, working with the multidisciplinary team to enhance patient and colleague experience. 

·         Utilize electronic medical record reports and data management skills to coordinate patient flow.

·         Participate in community and colleague education initiatives 

·         Assist in tracking and reporting of program performance measures, quality indicators, and contribute to the continuous improvement process.  

Qualifications

Qualifications 

·         BS in Nursing required. MS in nursing preferred. 

·         CT RN license required. Certification in specialty area preferred. 

·         Minimum 5 years clinical nursing experience preferred, particularly with orthopaedic or neurosurgical patients. 

·         Competent with standard software (Word, Excel, Electronic Medical Record) and willing and able to learn additional software as needed to enhance navigation and coordination responsibilities

·         Knowledgeable regarding data interpretation and the tracking and evaluation of quality indicators

·         Demonstrates use of clinical skills and expertise in diagnosis, treatment, and psychosocial impact of disease. 

·         Demonstrates excellent customer service skills including superior telephonic communications skills with the ability to comprehensively assess patient’s physical and psychosocial status as well as conduct complex medical history discussions over the telephone. 

·         Ability to effectively and efficiently coordinate, implement and monitor the patient’s process of care, to communicate openly and empathetically with patients and their family members. 

·         Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with navigation team and multidisciplinary care team in all aspects of defining and implementing navigation program. 

·         Ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences including professional staff, patients, community, media, and other service agencies. 

·         Knowledge of adult learning competencies and patient teaching skills. 

·         Demonstrated management skills reflecting self-motivation, initiative and fiscal responsibility. 

·         Tolerance of ambiguity and the flexibility to respond to changing system needs. 

·         Demonstrates a commitment to own professional growth and competency.

We take great care of careers.

With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.

Location Detail: Charlotte Hungerford Hospital (10115)

Shift Detail: 3x12's, EOH, EOW

Work where every moment matters.

Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here.  We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network. 

Charlotte Hungerford Hospital is a 122-bed, general acute care community hospital located in Torrington, Connecticut, that serves as a regional health care resource for the 100,000 residents of Litchfield County and Northwest Connecticut.  CHH offers personalized attention from an expert team of caregivers and physicians that utilize advanced technology and clinical partnerships in a convenient, safe and comfortable patient environment.

Registered Nurses utilize the nursing process (assessment, planning, intervention, documentation, and evaluation) to provide direct and indirect patient care based on area(s) assigned, addressing the age appropriate needs of all patients. 

Follows nursing department philosophies, policies and procedures to develop unique education and care plans for each patient and provide appropriate education and support for family members. 

Utilizes judgment, knowledge and understanding of patient and family needs when directing ancillary staff. 

Responsible for ensuring customer satisfaction (patient, family, physician, others), maintaining patient confidentiality and being sensitive to the age specific patient needs for comfort, privacy and generalized care.  Incumbents of this position will annually complete the attached competency requirements specific to their area(s) of responsibility.

Qualifications

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• Maintains current license as a Registered Nurse in the State of Connecticut
  
• Bachelor’s degree in field of Nursing preferred.
  

We take great care of careers.

With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth.  Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children.  We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance.  Every moment matters.  And this is your moment.

Location Detail: 79 Jefferson St HH Bliss Wing (10064)

Shift Detail: Day/evening, day/night or perm night

Multiple shifts available

Work where every moment matters.

Every day, over 30,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network.

Hartford Hospital is one of the largest and most respected teaching hospitals as well as a Level I trauma center. Hartford Hospital is on the cutting edge of technology & medical care and is home to the Center for Education, Simulation and Innovation (CESI), one of the most-advanced medical simulation training centers in the world. Housing the Northeast’s largest robotic surgery center, committed to becoming the best in the country for patient safety and is pursuing that goal by taking innovative action and creating a culture of safety at every level within the organization.

Job Summary

CB3 is a medical-surgical unit, specializing in the care of liver and kidney transplant patients pre and post-surgery. The unit is one of the most diverse units in the organization caring for a diverse mix of complex medical and complex surgical patients.

Our Nurses work in collaborative environments with strong interdisciplinary teams, focused on a patient centered care model in a richly diverse work space. Under the direction and general supervision of the Nurse Manager, the registered nurse utilizes evidence based practices in accordance with the State Nurse Practice Act, policies and procedures of the hospital and as directed by the medical staff. The registered nurse who through knowledge and ability uses the nursing process to develop a plan of care which includes standards of practice to meet the physical, emotional spiritual, cultural and educational needs of the patient and family.

 

Qualifications

 

 

• Current Connecticut RN License.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing school
• ASN Required (Must obtain a BSN within 6 years of starting in the RN role)
• BSN preferred.
• BLS certification by the American Heart Association required prior to date of hire.
   

 

We take great care of careers.

With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.

 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action employer, the organization will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status.

Location Detail: 81 Meriden Ave Bradley Memoria (10003)

Shift Detail: Monday-Friday 8-430

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Every day, over 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here.  We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network as a Hospice Clinical Team Manager.  

Hartford HealthCare at Home, the largest provider of homecare services in Connecticut, has been fulfilling our mission for more than 115 years.  Our Person-Centered Care Model allows our colleagues to learn and grow within our organization, all while providing integrated support to the patient.  As part of Hartford HealthCare, we leverage cutting edge technology to provide quality care in our client’s home.  Most importantly, our colleagues are appreciated for the real differences they make in both the lives of their clients and their clients’ families. 

Clinical Supervisor- Hospice

Supervises the program to ensure that a high quality, cost-effective service is delivered by the department and that is in keeping with Hartford HealthCare at Home's strategic plan as well as the Program’s goals and objectives. Provides direct patient care that is specific to each patient’s needs, including those needs that are age specific.

In general, most of the time will be spent in the following activities:

Provides staff guidance in making clinical and case management decisions focused on clinical    excellence for end of life care and symptom management. Directs staff in the Medicare Hospice Benefit guidelines

Assures the development of personnel qualifications and policies

Identifies and facilitates professional development needs and competency of staff through home visits with staff to supervise and evaluate clinical performance; identifies and follows through with development plan

Maintains compliance with regulatory agency policies and procedures by providing staff guidance in making clinical and case management decisions that are cost effective and focused on clinical outcomes

Accountable for team performance in achieving desired clinical and operational performance measures

Utilizes clinical software to identify opportunities for education, most appropriate utilization of services, oversee clinical progression of patients and trend team outcomes and performance.

Assures that clinical and functional outcomes are achieved at the highest level possible

Resolves patient care problems collaboratively with internal/external customers – collaborates with peers across the regions

Oversees the daily patient assignments for clinical staff based on client needs and staff competency to maintain team productivity standards; LEAN Daily Management process (Visual Boards)

Coordinates referrals and ensures timeliness of SOCs and timeliness of adjunct service delivery

Ensures that patient needs are continually assessed

Ensures that an individualized plan of care is developed, implemented and updated as needed for all patients.

Ensures coordination of patient care, including communication with all physicians involved in the plan of care          

Determines staffing needs and coordinates hiring to meet service demands for assigned geographic areas

Hires, trains, coaches and evaluates staff.  This role is also responsible for completion of personnel evaluations according to agency timelines.

Reviews and analyzes team and patient metrics to consistent with agency initiatives.             

Participates in preceptor programs

Anticipates customer needs and responds quickly, accurately and pleasantly

Participates in preceptor programs and student education regarding hospice and palliative care end of life issues                           

Qualifications

Licensure: A registered nurse with a license to practice in the State of Connecticut 

Education:  A Diploma in nursing.  Bachelors Degree in nursing preferred 

Experience: According to current state licensure regulations. Hospice experience with OASIS and case management certification preferred.

Basic keyboarding skills and ability to manage electronic calendar and email system.

We take great care of careers. 

With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth.  Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children.  We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving colleagues-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance.  Every moment matters.  And this is your moment.

Location Detail: MMH-71 Haynes Street (10627)

Work where every moment matters.
 
Every day, over 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here.  We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network as a Clinical Nurse Educator.

The Greater Manchester Region has approximately 2,500 employees. It includes Manchester Memorial Hospital, a 249-bed community hospital, Rockville General, a campus of Manchester Memorial Hospital, a 102-bed facility, a large multispecialty provider group and visiting nurse services. The Greater Manchester Region serves a region of 300,000 people in 19 towns.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Utilizing the nursing process, provides high quality direct and indirect patient–centered care.  Coordinates patient care by working collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team, patients and families.  Communicates, as appropriate, the patient’s clinical condition, responding quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment.  Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and the skills necessary to provide age appropriate care to the patient population served.  Promotes the profession of nursing and professional practice through collegial support and interactions. Reports to the Clinical Nurse Manager.

COMPETENCIES:

• Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing and possess basic computer skills.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

Disclaimer: Job descriptions are not intended, nor should they be construed to be, exhaustive lists of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job.  They are intended to be accurate reflections of the principal duties and responsibilities of this position.  These responsibilities and competencies listed below may change from time to time.

Job-Specific Competency

1.      Performs population-specific comprehensive assessments and re-assessments of the maternal and newborn's condition and care needs including the psychosocial, physical, educational, cultural, and spiritual aspects.

2.      Assesses and reassesses pain.  Utilizes appropriate pain management tools and techniques.  Educates the patient and family regarding pain management.  Documentation reflects assessments, interventions and evaluation of effectiveness.

3.      Develops and revises individualized plans of care as indicated by assessment and patient response to treatment.   Evaluates overall plan daily for effectiveness.  Involves the patient and family in the formulation of goals.

4.      Follows the five (5) medication rights and reduces the potential for medication errors. Demonstrates knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on age of the patient and their clinical condition.

5.      Performs all aspects of patient care which includes; Level II Newborn Intensive care, Well Newborn care and Postpartum, in an environment that optimizes patient safety and promotes positive patient outcomes.

6.      Documents the nursing process and responses to care in a timely manner utilizing the appropriate tools.

7.      Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situations.  Utilizes critical thinking skills and sound judgment in priority setting and delegation.

8.      Formulates and implements a teaching plan for patients and families based upon identified learning needs. Evaluates effectiveness of learning.

9.      Demonstrates autonomous practice, consistent with evidence-based standards.  Pursues personal and professional growth and development.  Serves as a professional role model and mentor.

10.   Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development for neonates of all gestational ages and for women over the lifespan. Possesses the skills necessary to provide age-appropriate care to patients served. Able to interpret data about the patient status in order to identify each patient’s age-specific needs and provide care needed by the patient group.

11.   Provides an accurate and pertinent report of the patient’s condition for safe transfer of care.

12.   Monitors the hemodynamic status of the neonate, correctly interpreting and responding to results, and communicating critical information to the provider in a timely manner.

13.   Demonstrates knowledge and clinical competence with invasive equipment used in the care of the critical newborn.

14.   Provides appropriate developmental care to sick and premature newborns.

15.   Performs population-specific comprehensive assessments and re-assessments of the maternal and newborn's condition and care needs including the psychosocial, physical, educational, cultural, and spiritual aspects.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:

• Must be a graduate of an accredited school of Nursing and have and maintain a current Registered Nurse license in the State of Connecticut. Must provide copy of diploma or transcript upon hire.

• Must have certification in BLS and NRP upon hire or receive all certifications within a year after hire date and maintain clinical competency during employment with ECHN in this role.

EXPERIENCE:

• Previous NICU experience preferred.

We take great care of careers

With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth.  Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children.  We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving colleagues-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance.  Every moment matters.  And this is your moment

 

Location Detail: MMH-71 Haynes Street (10627)

 

Work where every moment matters.
 
Every day, over 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here.  We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network.

 

The Greater Manchester Region has approximately 2,500 employees. It includes Manchester Memorial Hospital, a 249-bed community hospital, Rockville General, a campus of Manchester Memorial Hospital, a 102-bed facility, a large multispecialty provider group and visiting nurse services. The Greater Manchester Region serves a region of 300,000 people in 19 towns.

This is a nurse residency position that upon hire or transfer into the program the nurse commits to a full time learning opportunity.  This program prepares the nurse for an operating room staff nurse position as well as forms the foundation required to successfully take pass the Association of periOperative Registered Nurses (AORN) certification program. The program commences with a six month AORN, Periop 101 on line didactic program consisting of 27 modules, followed by a 3-5 month clinical orientation. The nurse will be assigned to a nurse educator and preceptor and earn 41.7 CEUs for completion of the online program.  Upon completion the nurse will be offered a full time position at either Manchester Memorial Hospital or Rockville General Hospital. A commitment to the Operating Room will be required for two years.

 The candidate must be willing to undergo a rigorous application process that consists of surgeon, manager, nursing education and staff interviews, observation day and letters of recommendation.  The candidate must be willing to take and pass the Certified Registered Operating Nurse (CNOR) certification exam within six months from residency completion.

Utilizing the nursing process, provides high quality direct and indirect patient –centered care. Coordinates patient care by working collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team, patients and families. Communicates, as appropriate, the patient’s clinical condition, responding quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment.  Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and the skills necessary to provide age appropriate care to the patient population served.  Promotes the profession of nursing and professional practice through collegial support and interactions. Reports to the Clinical Nurse Manager.

 COMPETENCIES:

·         Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing and possess basic computer skills.

 ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

Disclaimer: Job descriptions are not intended, nor should they be construed to be, exhaustive lists of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job.  They are intended to be accurate reflections of the principal duties and responsibilities of this position.  These responsibilities and competencies listed below may change from time to time.

         Job-Specific Competency

1.      Must successfully complete each learning module and pass all Periop 101 course work with six months.

1.      Must take and pass the Registered Operating Nurse (CNOR) certification exam within six months from residency completion.

1.      Performs population-specific comprehensive assessments and re-assessments of the patient’s condition and care needs including the psychosocial, physical, educational and cultural aspects.

1.      Utilizing assessment data, collaborates with surgical team to define, implement and evaluate an individualized plan of care for each surgical patient.

1.      Follows the five (5) seven (7) medication rights and reduces the potential for medication errors. Demonstrates knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on age of the patient and their clinical condition. Follows Perioperative Services policy for medication safety.

1.      Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and promotes positive patient outcomes; follows ECHN policy for Patient Identification, Surgical & Invasive Procedures Site Identification, and Universal Protocol.

1.      Documents the nursing process and responses to care in a timely manner utilizing the appropriate tools.

1.      Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situations.  Utilizes critical thinking skills and sound judgment in priority setting and delegation.

1.      Demonstrates autonomous practice, consistent with evidence-based standards.  Pursues personal and professional growth and development.  Serves as a professional role model and mentor.

1.      Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the lifespan and the skills necessary to provide age-appropriate care to patients served. Able to interpret data about the patient status in order to identify each patient’s age-specific needs and provide care needed by the patient group.

9.    Provides an accurate and pertinent report of the patient’s condition for safe transfer of care.

10.  Prepares room in a timely manner with all anticipated instruments, sutures, supplies, and equipment for each surgical procedure.

11.  Demonstrates knowledge of and assures maintenance of aseptic technique throughout the surgical procedure; identifies and communicates, to surgical team, any breaks in technique and assists with corrective actions. 

12.  Effectively communicates with the surgeon in accounting for all sponges, needles, and instruments; reports discrepancies immediately to surgeon and Team Leader; appropriately documents all counts.

13.  Accurately records, handles, labels and processes specimens.

14.  Demonstrates ability to effectively function in the scrub role. (we have hired RNs that do not come with this experience) Demonstrates willingness to effectively function in the scrub role.

 

 

Qualifications

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:

·         Nursing experience preferred.

·         Must be a graduate of an accredited school of Nursing and have and maintain current a Registered Nurse license in the State of Connecticut.

·         Must have certification in Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) upon hire.

·         Must successfully complete each learning module and pass all Periop 101 course work with six months of hire.

·         Must pass the Certified Registered Operating Nurse (CNOR) certification exam within six months from residency completion.

We take great care of careers

With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth.  Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children.  We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving colleagues-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance.  Every moment matters.  And this is your moment

Location Detail: MMH-71 Haynes Street (10627)

Work where every moment matters.
 
Every day, over 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here.  We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network.

The Greater Manchester Region has approximately 2,500 employees. It includes Manchester Memorial Hospital, a 249-bed community hospital, Rockville General, a campus of Manchester Memorial Hospital, a 102-bed facility, a large multispecialty provider group and visiting nurse services. The Greater Manchester Region serves a region of 300,000 people in 19 towns.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Utilizing the nursing process, provides high quality direct and indirect patient centered care.  Coordinates patient care by working collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team.  Communicates, as appropriate, the patient's clinical condition, responding quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment.  Responsible for creating and maintaining a safe, structured and therapeutic milieu, with age-specific behavioral management practices.  Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and the skills necessary to provide age appropriate care to the patient population served.  Promotes the profession of nursing and professional practice through collegial support and interactions. Reports to the Clinical Coordinator. Creates a caring and compassionate environment through Core Values of Teamwork, Respect, and Communication.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:

• Must be a graduate of an accredited school of Nursing and have a current Registered Nurse license with the state of Connecticut.

• Must be trained in de-escalation techniques, and receive certification within the orientation period of hire.

• Must receive RQI certification within three (3) months of hire and maintain clinical competency during employment within this role.

COMPETENCIES:

• Must be able to communicate effectively using the English language in both verbal and writing situations.

• Must possess basic computer skills.

• Must be capable of taking swift and efficient action, including patient restraint when responding to patient emergency codes.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

Disclaimer: Job descriptions are not intended, nor should they be construed to be exhaustive lists of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. They are intended to be accurate reflections of the principal duties and responsibilities of this position. These responsibilities and competencies listed below may change from time to time.

1. Performs comprehensive assessments and re-assessments of the patient’s condition and care needs including the psychosocial, physical, educational, and cultural aspects as evidenced by supervisor observation and chart audits.

2. Assess and reassess pain. Utilizes appropriate pain management tools and techniques. Educates the patient and family regarding pain management. Documentation reflects assessments, interventions and evaluation of effectiveness as evidenced by supervisor review/observation.

3. Develops and revises individualized treatment plans as indicated by assessment and patient response to treatment. Evaluates overall plan daily for effectiveness. Involves the patient and family in the formulation of goals. Documentation reflects assessments, interventions, and evaluation of effectiveness. Evidenced by supervisor review / observation.

4. Follows the seven (7) medication rights and reduces the potential for medication errors. Demonstrates knowledge of medications including psychotropic drugs and their correct administration based on age of the patient and their clinical condition as evidenced by chart audits and supervisor observation.

5. Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and promotes positive patient outcomes as evidenced by supervisor observation.

6. Documents the nursing process and responses to care in a timely manner utilizing the appropriate tools as evidenced by chart audits and supervisor observation.

7. Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situations. Utilizes critical thinking skills and sound judgment in priority setting and delegation as evidenced by supervisor observation.

8. Formulates a teaching plan based upon identified learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning, family is included in teaching as appropriate as evidenced by chart audits and supervisor observation.

9. Practices autonomously, consistent with evidence-based standards. Pursues personal and professional growth and development. Serves as a professional role model and mentor as evidenced by supervisor observation.

10. Demonstrates the ability to maintain a safe and therapeutic environment as evidenced by observation of appropriate interventions as well as patient, peer, and supervisor feedback.

11. Demonstrates clinical expertise, perceptiveness, empathy, and interpersonal warmth as evidenced by supervisor and peer observation and feedback on Satisfaction Surveys. Displays and promotes sensitivity to the privacy needs of psychiatric patients.

12. Effectively uses psychological and physical management techniques to manage violent or potentially violent situations consistent with CPI training as evidenced by peer and supervisor observation.

13. Participates in Early Response codes and Dr. Strong codes, attendance at PMT refresher trainings.

14. Demonstrates the abilities to effectively set limits with patients and maintain appropriate professional and personal boundaries as evidenced by peer and supervisor observation.

15. Collaborates and communicates with all members of the treatment team to effectively meet the treatment needs of the patient as evidenced by feedback from treatment team members and supervisor observation.

16. Provides psychotherapeutic treatment to patients as evidenced by documentation reflecting individual psychotherapeutic interventions and documentation of nurse-led educational and psychotherapeutic groups.

We take great care of careers

With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth.  Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children.  We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving colleagues-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance.  Every moment matters.  And this is your moment.

Location Detail: 80 Seymour Street (10008)

Registered Nurse (RN) Float - Med Surg-StepDown-ED

 Work where every moment matters.
Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network.
 
Hartford Hospital is one of the largest and most respected teaching hospitals in New England. We are a Level 1 Trauma Center that provides cutting edge treatment to its patients. This is made possible by being home to the largest robotic surgery center in the Northeast and the Center for Education, Simulation and Innovation (CESI), one of the most-advanced medical simulation training centers in the world. When hospitals cannot provide the advanced care, expertise and new treatment options their patients require, they turn to us.

 

The Float Pool at Hartford Hospital, also known as the STAR Team, is comprised of experienced, highly skilled Nursing professionals. Registered Nurses on the STAR Team have a variety of skills, allowing them to transition from one specialty to another with confidence and ease. Our team is broken down into two groups, Med/Surg and Critical Care. The Med/Surg team floats between approximately 18 units (including the Step Down units) while our Critical Care RNs primarily float between the six ICUs at Hartford Hospital (MICU, SICU, Cardiac ICU, Neuro ICU and Cardiothoracic ICU). Our RNs rely on extensive nursing skills, strong communication and collaboration skills to assimilate seamlessly into different units and provide the highest levels of personalized, compassionate care to our patients.

Qualifications

Qualifications - External

Qualifications:

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  Minimum 2 yrs recent Acute Care RN experience. Critical Care experience preferred.

  
  
  
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  Current Connecticut RN License required prior to start date.

  
  
  
• Graduate of an accredited nursing school (BSN Preffered).
  
• BLS certification by the American Heart Association required.
  

We take great care of careers.
With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action employer, the organization will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status.

Location Detail: Charlotte Hungerford Hospital (10115)

Work where every moment matters.

Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here.  We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network. 

Charlotte Hungerford Hospital is a 122-bed, general acute care community hospital located in Torrington, Connecticut, that serves as a regional health care resource for the 100,000 residents of Litchfield County and Northwest Connecticut.  CHH offers personalized attention from an expert team of caregivers and physicians that utilize advanced technology and clinical partnerships in a convenient, safe and comfortable patient environment.

The Clinical Supervisor acts as the off-shift administrator on call with responsibility for the effective implementation of the philosophy, goals, policies, and procedures of the hospital and their effect on patient care. Responsible for patient flow and bed management. The Clinical Supervisor has authority to make decisions in the areas of patient care, human resources, and financial management. The Clinical Supervisor will interact with Hospital employees in a positive and supportive manner. The Clinical Supervisor will maintain timely and appropriate communication with department Directors/Managers regarding issues/concerns that occur on the off-shifts, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Current CT RN Licensure
• B.S. with concentration in nursing required. Will accept matriculation into a BSN program (traditional or on-line) within six months of accepting the position. ACLS, CPR
• 3+ years critical care experience required
• Supervisory experience preferred.

We take great care of careers.

With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth.  Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children.  We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance.  Every moment matters.  And this is your moment.

Location Detail: 85 Seymour Street - HHMOB (10117)

Shift Detail: Mon-Fri

Start here at Hartford HealthCare and be part of something better! 

  

Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do. We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network. 

  

Hartford HealthCare Medical Group is one of the largest medical practices in New England with multiple locations throughout Connecticut and Rhode Island. We consist of a team of professionals ranging from Medical Assistants to Physician Assistants and everything in between. Our physician led medical group enjoys an excellent reputation with patients and the medical community, offering primary care, urgent care and more than 30 different specialties. 

At Hartford HealthCare Medical group we offer: 

• Supportive environment to promote professional and interpersonal development and growth 

• Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250.00 after six months of employment and up to 40% tuition discounts with partnering institutions for colleague AND dependents 

• Medical, dental and vision coverage options 

• Generous PTO to promote work/life balance 

• Employee assistance and wellness programs including a strong focus on promoting mental health 

• Discounts on services, products and optional coverages – movie tickets, pet insurance, travel and more! 

  

Job Description 

Under provider direction, the RN provides skilled nursing care to patients in a variety of clinical settings. Scope of responsibility is characterized by use of nursing process to assess, plan, intervene and evaluate human responses to actual or potential health problems utilizing appropriate practices, standards, protocols and guidelines. This position reports to a Practice Manager. 

•        Provides office-based nursing care in collaboration with provider 

•        Assesses physical and psychosocial needs and environmental factors affecting patients and their families, formulates nursing plan of care and ensures continuity of patient care through appropriate nursing evaluation and intervention 

•        Demonstrates independent nursing actions based on assessment and problem identification 

•        Triages telephone calls and displays ability to initiate appropriate nursing intervention in prompt, precise, and professional manner 

•        Assists patients and family members or other clients with concern and empathy; respects confidentiality and privacy 

Travel to other regional offices, as needed 

Qualifications

• Current state of Connecticut RN license and current CPR certification 

• Three years of experience in a medical practice preferred 

• Experience with medical software 

  

With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge - helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. 

Location Detail: MMH-8 Keynote Drive (10628)

Shift Detail: Pay Per Visit

Start here at Hartford HealthCare and work where every moment matters! 

Hartford HealthCare at Home doesn’t just take great care of our patients; we take great care of our Registered Nurses too! Our benefit options at Hartford HealthCare at Home are designed so you can care for yourself and your family, just as you care for others when you are here. 

What our nurses love about HHCAH: 

•       Automatic enrollment into the Nurse Residency Program for all graduate RNs with less than one year of experience.

•       Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250.00 after six months of employment and up to 40% tuition discounts with partnering institutions for colleague AND dependents

•       Loan forgiveness for qualifying existing student loans

•       Employee assistance and wellness programs including a strong focus on promoting mental health

•       Paid time off and health insurance packages

•       All clinicians are provided a cellphone and laptop

•       Discounts on services, products and optional coverages – movie tickets, pet insurance, travel and more! 

At Hartford HealthCare, we are focused on supporting our colleagues. Our Registered Nurses have the opportunity to practice at the top of their license using research, innovation and evidence-based practices. We offer our Graduate Registered Nurses clinical instruction and additional learning opportunities as they complete the Nurse Residency program. 

Hartford HealthCare at Home, the largest provider of homecare services in Connecticut, has been fulfilling our mission for more than 115 years.  Our Person-Centered Care Model allows our employees to learn and grow within our organization, all while providing integrated support to the patient.  As part of Hartford HealthCare, we leverage cutting edge technology to provide quality care in our client’s home.  Most importantly, our employees are appreciated for the real differences they make in both the lives of their clients and their clients’ families.

Our Hospice Visiting Nurse (RN) utilize their extensive education and training to provide personalized care to our patients in a rewarding environment that promotes autonomy. 

Job Description

·                  Support our patients, families, and loved ones, as they go through their end of life journey

·                  Perform a comprehensive assessment to establish goals for symptom management and end of life care with effective case management strategies

·                  Be a member of an active interdisciplinary team that addresses patients’ needs holistically

·                  Develop and maintain a therapeutic relationship by utilizing effective communication with patients and their families.

·                  Utilize state-of-the-art technology to document skilled services provided.

Qualifications

·                  Registered Nurse with Valid CT RN license

·                  One year of RN experience; Homecare or Hospice experience preferred.

·                  Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required.

·                  Computer proficiency required.

Hartford HealthCare at Home is part of Hartford HealthCare, a system that includes 7 acute care hospitals, a comprehensive Behavioral Health Network, Senior Services, and an extensive Medical Group network. Hartford HealthCare’s unified culture enhances access, affordability, equity and excellence. Its care-delivery system of over 40,000 colleagues— in more than 500 locations serving 185 towns across Connecticut offers unparalleled expertise-touching more than 23,000 lives every single day. Here you’ll learn, grow, and contribute to healing and health as part of one of Connecticut’s premier health systems. No matter where you work in the Hartford HealthCare system, you're connected to the team that's redefining care. Start here, where every moment matters.

Location Detail: 79 Retreat Ave HH Brownstone (10065)

Shift Detail: Flexibility required Evenings and Weekends as needed

Work where every moment matters.

 Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare employees come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network.

Hartford Hospital is one of the largest and most respected teaching hospitals in New England. We are a Level 1 Trauma Center that provides cutting edge treatment to its patients. This is made possible by being home to the largest robotic surgery center in the Northeast and the Center for Education, Simulation and Innovation (CESI), one of the most-advanced medical simulation training centers in the world. When hospitals cannot provide the advanced care, expertise and new treatment options their patients require, they turn to us.

Job Summary:

 A member of Community Health and Engagement, a registered nurse responsible for the provision of an organized program directed toward community education and health improvement. Utilizes nursing skills to analyze, develop, and implement community education programs based on departmental priorities.  Assists with colleague education related to caring for people from different cultures and diversity issues.  Works in conjunction with other members of Community Health and Engagement.

 

Job responsibilities:

 

·        Aggregates data to support community education and preventative health programs

·        Respond to public requests for health education programs.  Works with physicians, clinical staff, and community partners to staff events. Supports interventions targeted toward population health needs and program enhancements

·        Works with Human Resources and others on diversity issues related to colleagues, patients and community.

·        Coordinates and oversees various screening programs throughout the Hartford Region

·        Provides consultation and education to selected patient populations to facilitate health promotion.

·        Serves as hospital liaison to community organizations related to health education and community needs.

·        Maintains awareness of resources and regulations at the local, state and federal level.

·        Works closely with the Regional leadership team to ensure that the Hartford Region provides healthcare and community education in concert with health needs assessment.

·        Demonstrates knowledge of care for required age-specific populations necessary to carry out safe and effective performance of duties.

·        Participate in hospital functions and events that support and health and engagement.  May be required to vary shifts to meet the needs of patients and programs.

·        Travel between various locations within the community to perform duties.

·        Perform other related duties as required.

Qualifications

·        Bachelor's Degree in Nursing, High School diploma preferred

·        3 years of previous nursing experience

·        5 years of previous nursing experience in community health

·        Bilingual (English and Spanish)

·        Current RN license

·        BLS Certification

 

We take great care of careers.

 

With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth.  Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children.  We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance.  Every moment matters.  And this is your moment.

 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action employer, the organization will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status.