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Summary
Corrections professionals who foster a humane and secure environment and ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our communities.
Duties
Registered Nurse provides direct patient care services in accordance with legal, ethical and institution standards. Provides nursing care of a general nature to inmates in the institution hospital/clinic, and may be provided to patients in specific areas, e.g., psychiatric, operating room, orthopedics, geriatrics, etc. Develops a nursing assessment for each patient, to include planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing care. May assess and identify high risk symptoms/behaviors in patients, to include suicidal risk, homicidal risk and risk for verbal and/or physical abuse. Completes nutritional screening as part of the assessment and refers patient to a dietitian for a nutritional assessment if necessary. Monitors, evaluates and revises the plan of care as needed. May also assess and document the discharge planning needs of a patient. Delegates and coordinates care based on assessments. Along with all other correctional institution employees, incumbent is charged with responsibility for maintaining security of the institution. The staff correctional responsibilities precede all others required by this position and is performed on a regular and recurring basis.
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The Borgen Project is an international organization that works at the political level to improve living conditions for people impacted by war, famine and poverty.
With 20 years of experience in the advocacy space, The Borgen Project has worked to support the passage of numerous bills that have benefitted close to 500 million people in developing countries.
Writer/Journalist Internship: The role is focused on content creation for BORGEN Magazine or The Borgen Project Blog . This is a part-time 12-hours per week, 12 week, unpaid remote internship. If your availability is limited, you can work ahead and complete the program in fewer weeks.
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Responsibilities will include:
Article writing.
Researching topics.
Assisting with The Borgen Project's advocacy efforts.
Assisting with fundraising. Create a personal fundraising campaign and meet targets.
Experience:
No prior experience is necessary, we're looking for people who are passionate about fighting poverty and righting wrongs, regardless of your GPAs/background.
Details:
This is an unpaid internship, although college credit is available.
Start Date:
New programs begin every month, you choose the month you wish to start.
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The Borgen Project is an international organization that works at the political level to improve living conditions for people impacted by war, famine and poverty.
With 20 years of experience in the advocacy space, The Borgen Project has worked to support the passage of numerous bills that have benefitted close to 500 million people in developing countries.
Political Affairs Internship:
The role focuses on making poverty a focus of U.S., Canadian and U.K. foreign policy. This is a part-time 12-hours per week, 12 week, unpaid remote internship. If your availability is limited, you can work ahead and complete the program in fewer weeks.
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Responsibilities will include:
Leading public and political outreach in your state and district.
Meeting with members of Congress/Government in your State/District/Constituency.
Representing The Borgen Project at various business, political and community events.
Assisting with fundraising. Create a personal fundraising campaign and meet targets.
Mobilizing individuals to contact their members of Government in support of key poverty-reduction legislation.
Speaking to groups, classes and organizations.
Writing letters of support for key programs to political leaders, media and other groups.
Experience:
No prior experience is necessary, we're looking for people who are passionate about fighting poverty and righting wrongs, regardless of your GPAs/background.
Details:
This is an unpaid internship, although college credit is available. The position can be worked remotely from any of the following countries: U.S., U.K., Canada, France or Australia.
Start Date:
New programs begin every month, you choose the month you wish to start.
Physician Advisor Lead
StartDate: ASAP Pay Rate: $28 $300000.00
Nuvance Health, now a part of Northwell Health, an award-winning non-profit health system, is seeking their next Physician Advisor Lead in Danbury, Connecticut!
The Position
- The Physician Advisor will provide clinical leadership and expertise in utilization management, level-of-care(LOC) determinations, and clinical documentation across the organization.
- This physician leader will oversee approximately 10+ FTEs including two direct physician reports, and will work closely with medical staff, case management, and revenue cycle teams to ensure appropriate utilization of healthcare resources while maintaining high standards of patient care and regulatory compliance. This individual will provide oversight for other physician advisors for both the centralized denial prevention unit and the local hospitals.
- This role will serve as a key clinical resource for physicians and care teams, providing guidance related to hospitalization appropriateness, level-of-care status, length-of-stay management, and continued stay reviews. The Physician Advisor will support care teams in navigating complex cases and ensuring appropriate patient placement and discharge planning.
- The Physician Advisor will play an important role in supporting the organization's denial prevention and denial management strategies. This includes conducting peer-to-peer reviews with payers, assisting with complex appeals, and providing clinical expertise to overturn denied or downgraded coverage determinations.
- This leader will work closely with utilization management and clinical documentation teams to promote best practices, ensure compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards, and improve documentation integrity across the medical staff.
- The Physician Advisor will also serve as a consultant and mentor to other Physician Advisors and attending physicians, helping to standardize workflows, policies, and approaches related to utilization review, clinical documentation, and payer interactions.
- A key priority for this role will be educating and engaging physicians throughout the organization, strengthening understanding of utilization management processes, regulatory requirements, and documentation expectations.
- The ideal candidate is a collaborative and respected physician leader who can build strong relationships across departments, communicate effectively with both clinical and administrative teams, and support high-quality, efficient patient care.
Requirements
- MD/DO is required.
- Completion of specialty residency (e.g. Internal Medicine)
- Board Certified/Eligible Physician licensed in the applicable states
- American College of Physician Advisors (ACPA) certification preferred
- Minimum of three years of physician advisor experience preferred
- Minimum of five years of Hospitalist and/or Internal Medicine experience is strongly preferred.
- Strong clinical acumen, knowledge of care management/utilization review, third payor guidelines, medical necessity criteria, denials management, clinical documentation requirements
- This position requires relocation to the local area and onsite presence.
Compensation Details
- The base salary range for this position is $280,000 to $300,000 annually. In addition, a leader may be eligible for other benefits, including but not limited to health insurance coverage, retirement benefits, and bonuses. The total compensation for the finalist selected for this role will be determined based on various factors, including but not limited to scope of role, level of experience, education, accomplishments, internal equity, budget, and subject to Fair Market Value evaluation. The base salary range listed above is a good faith determination of potential base compensation at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.
The Organization
- Nuvance Health, (Nuvance), now part of Northwell Health, an innovative, award-winning, non-profit health system, was formed in April 2019 through the merger of two leading health systems, Health Quest and Western Connecticut Health Network. "Nuvance", derived from a combination of the words "new" and "advance," reflects a mission to "continually progress and pursue impossible to enhance the health and well-bring of every person in the communities served."
- The newly created health system was developed to provide communities across New York's Hudson Valley and western Connecticut with more convenient, accessible, and affordable care. Nuvance Health is governed by a 17-member Board of Trustees. With seven hospitals, more than 2,600 aligned physicians, and 11,000 employees, Nuvance Health serves more than 1.5 million residents across western Connecticut and the Hudson River Valley.
- This region benefits from a strong economic base and a stable to growing population. The system's flagship hospitals, Danbury Hospital and Vassar Brothers Medical Center, each benefit from geographic positioning with minimal significant hospital-based service competition, while Norwalk Hospital operates within a highly competitive Fairfield County market. For FY 2021, Nuvance Health generated a breakeven operating margin on revenues of approximately $2.5M, and the system's balance sheet is solid. Leadership is focused on the continuing advancement of system integration to realize benefits of synergy and scale.
The Community
- Danbury, located in Fairfield County, Connecticut, is a vibrant city known for it's history, thriving economy, and proximity to both natural beauty and urban amenities.
- Danbury offers variety of attractions including the Danbury Railway Museum, Tarrywile Park & Mansion, Danbury Fair Mall, and the Danbury Ice Museum.
- Served by a well-regarded public school system, Danbury offers a multitude of educational opportunities including Danbury Public Schools, Western Connecticut State University, and Sacred Heart University. In addition, Danbury is also home to multiple private and charter schools including St. Gregory the Great School.
- Danbury offers a wide variety of family activities including Danbury Library, Danbury Farmer's Market, The Danbury Music Centre, and many annual cultural, music, and food festivals.
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About the Company
At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.
Medical Director
Underwriting Program Manager – Stop Loss (Fully Remote or Hybrid – Hartford, CT Area)
A growing insurance organization based in Hartford, CT is looking to add an experienced Underwriting Program Manager to oversee a dedicated block of Specific and Aggregate Stop Loss business. This is a key leadership role with ownership over pricing strategy and underwriting results, offering the opportunity to make a real impact within a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment.
The position can be fully remote, with a hybrid option (2 days onsite) for candidates located within 50 miles of Hartford.
Compensation: $130,000–$160,000 base salary
Responsibilities:
Evaluate case information and risk factors to develop competitive and sound pricing recommendations for both new and in-force Specific and Aggregate Stop Loss accounts, in alignment with underwriting guidelines.
Review large claim data in advance of clinical review to identify potential high-risk drivers and determine appropriate next steps.
Build and maintain strong working relationships with sales partners, brokers, TPAs, underwriters, and other internal and external stakeholders.
Advise clients and partners on stop loss structures and plan design considerations to ensure appropriate risk protection.
Partner with the sales team throughout the quoting process to help position proposals competitively and strategically.
Exercise independent underwriting authority while ensuring complete and accurate file documentation.
Analyze submissions that fall outside standard guidelines and prepare well-supported exception recommendations for senior leadership review.
Present clear risk assessments, financial impact analysis, and strategic rationale to support executive decision-making.
Review, approve, or decline cases within authority, while offering guidance and alternative structuring recommendations to team members.
Oversee assigned program workflow to ensure timely turnaround and balanced distribution of work across underwriting staff.
Identify and evaluate key medical cost drivers impacting both new business and renewal accounts.
Provide input to senior leadership on enhancements to underwriting guidelines, policies, and best practices.
Mentor and develop underwriting team members to strengthen technical expertise, risk evaluation skills, and overall performance.
Deliver ongoing coaching and structured feedback to drive consistent service standards and productivity.
Partner with administrative teams to ensure documentation supports audit readiness and compliance requirements.
Manage the portfolio to achieve targeted profitability and performance objectives.
Qualifications:
Knowledge and understanding of healthcare payers, health plan administration, and medical service providers.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent industry experience
10+ years of medical stop loss underwriting experience
Prior leadership experience (3+ years managing or mentoring underwriters preferred)
Strong knowledge of stop loss pricing, risk evaluation, and healthcare cost drivers
Proven ability to lead teams while partnering effectively with sales and external stakeholders
Strong analytical and decision-making skills
Highly organized with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced setting
What’s Offered
Competitive base salary
Employer-paid health insurance
401(k) with company match
Flexible remote or hybrid work options
For immediate consideration, please email your resume to Ellie Boyd at
Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
Want to join a company that truly makes a difference in the world? During these trying times, Right at Home wants to help and support you. We want to provide you with the opportunity to serve a population that needs you right now. #BeEssential as a Right at Home Caregiver! We stand prepared to equip you with the right PPE protection and are ready to assist as you care for our vulnerable population of seniors and adults with disabilities.
What You'll Do and Who You Are:
The good news is that your training will teach you everything you need to know to succeed on the job. But there are a few skills you should have from the get-go:
We have a great work culture at Right at Home and look for people with a similar mindset. You're the honest, energetic and approachable type; able to get along and communicate easily with people at all levels. You're never short of a smile and take real pride in your work; cope well under pressure and thrive on a challenge.
You don't mind getting a little dirtythis could include (but not limited to) assistance with eating, personal hygiene, assistance with dressing, shaving, light housekeeping, laundry, and other household chores.
You don't have to be a gourmet chef but you can prepare a good meal and work your way around a kitchen.
You are able to assist the client in many ways, this could include (but are not limited to), medication reminders, assisting with prescribed range of motion exercises, dementia care, companionship activities such as reading, music, puzzles, etc.
Perks:
- Flexibility! We work with you to set your schedule
- PAID training and development
- Paid travel time in between clients & mileage
- Medical Benefits - Including Vision & Dental
- Extremely Positive Work Environment
- Employee Discount Programs
- Access to Leadership
- Recognition, celebrations and great team interactions!
Must Haves:
- Must be 18 years of age
- Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English as needed for the job
- Must possess a valid driver's license and current automobile insurance
- You must have a high school diploma or GED
- Meets the requirements for employees providing direct patient care
- Must have the ability to pass a full employment background check
- Must have successfully completed a Competency Evaluation that meets the State licensing law for home health agencies
- Current CPR Certificate is recommended
- 6 months experience as a Home Health Aide in health care (in homes or facilities) and successful completion of a State-approved Nurse Aide or Home Health Aide course.
Why Join Our Team?
This is your chance to make a difference in the world by serving one person at a time. Find the job you love join Right at Home. Keep in mind, this is just basic information. You'll find out more after you apply. As an independently-owned franchised or licensed locations may have different requirements.
Our office is open and ready to serve your needs. We want to give you a job that you can count on in this time of uncertainty. Hours are flexible and we are eager to discuss a schedule that works best for you. Apply online at (blank) or give us a call at (blank) to accept a role that will make a difference to those we serve.
*If you need assistance in the application or hiring process to accommodate a disability, you may request an accommodation at any time by contacting the location nearest to you. These responsibilities are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
Right at Home's mission is improve the quality of life for those we serve. We accomplish this by providing the Right Care, and we deliver this brand promise each and every day around the world. However, we couldn't do it without having the Right People. Our care teams are passionate about serving our clients and are committed to providing the personal care and attention of a friend, whenever and wherever it is needed.
That's where you come in. At Right at Home, we help ordinary people who have a passion to serve others become extraordinary care team members. We seek to find people who are compassionate, empathetic, reliable, determined and are focused on improving the quality of life for others.
To our care team members, we commit to deliver the following experiences when you partner with Right at Home:
- We promise to help you become the best you can be. We will equip you as a professional by providing best in class training and investing in your professional development.
- We promise to coach you to success. We're always available to support you and offer you tips to be the best at delivering care to clients.
- We promise to keep the lines of communication open. We will listen to your ideas and suggestions as you are critical to our success in providing the best possible care to clients. We will provide you timely information and feedback about the care you provide to clients.
- We promise to celebrate your success. We will appreciate the work you do, recognize above and beyond efforts, and reward you with competitive pay.
This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to Right at Home Franchising Corporate.
Pay: $115,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year
Why This Is a Great Opportunity
- Join a well-established litigation team with a strong reputation in defense work and a broad, sophisticated client base.
- Handle meaningful, hands-on litigation work instead of being siloed into narrow support tasks.
- Work on a varied caseload including general liability, personal injury, construction defect, commercial trucking, and other civil defense matters.
- Enjoy the flexibility of a remote role while still being part of a collaborative, growth-oriented team.
- Build your long-term career with a firm that values mentorship, substantive responsibility, and sustainable growth.
Location: Remote, based in the Hartford, Connecticut market, offering strong flexibility while staying connected to meaningful litigation work in the region.
Note: Candidates must have an active Connecticut law license and prior insurance defense or closely related civil litigation defense experience.
About Us
We are a growing civil litigation defense practice representing businesses, insurers, and self-insured clients in a wide range of complex matters. We are committed to delivering excellent results in a cost-effective way while fostering a professional, supportive, and flexible work environment for our team. Confidential Employer.
Job Description
- Handle civil litigation matters from suit inception through resolution, including pleadings, discovery, motion practice, and trial prep
- Draft motions, briefs, legal memoranda, discovery requests, and discovery responses
- Take and defend depositions
- Appear in court for hearings, conferences, and other proceedings
- Communicate directly with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and the court
- Develop case strategy, evaluate exposure, and support efficient resolution
- Partner with experienced attorneys and support staff on active litigation files
- Work on a diverse insurance defense caseload that may include general liability, personal injury, construction defect, commercial trucking, and employment-related matters
Qualifications
- J.D. required
- Active Connecticut bar admission required
- 3+ years of insurance defense or civil litigation defense experience
- Strong motion drafting, legal research, and writing skills
- Experience handling depositions, discovery, and court appearances
- Able to manage files independently while working well with a team
- Additional New England bar admissions are a plus
- Employment law, construction defect, and commercial trucking defense experience is a plus
Why You Will Love Working Here
- Remote flexibility with a respected and established litigation platform
- Strong mentorship and real hands-on litigation experience
- Collegial team environment with substantive responsibility
- Broad practice exposure and long-term growth potential
- Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability coverage, retirement benefits, paid leave, and additional employee support programs
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Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
Position Summary
The Quality Control Manager is responsible for ensuring that all packaging and consumable products purchased and distributed by Maadho meet company quality standards, regulatory requirements, and customer expectations. This role will proactively identify, investigate, and resolve quality issues while implementing preventive systems to maintain product consistency and compliance.
The ideal candidate has strong experience in food-service packaging and consumables, with a deep understanding of manufacturing standards, materials, and quality assurance processes.
Key Responsibilities
Quality Assurance & Inspection Audits
- Develop, implement, and maintain quality control procedures for all incoming products and inventory.
- Inspect food-service packaging and consumable products (e.g., gloves, cups, containers, cutlery, paper goods, bags) to ensure compliance with company and regulatory standards.
- Establish product quality benchmarks and specifications for suppliers.
Supplier Quality Management
- Work closely with domestic and international suppliers to communicate quality expectations.
- Review and approve supplier specifications, certifications, and compliance documentation.
- Coordinate corrective action plans with vendors when quality issues arise.
- Conduct supplier performance evaluations and recommend improvements.
Issue Identification & Resolution
- Track recurring issues and proactively recommend systemic improvements.
- Investigate customer complaints and internal QC findings.
- Perform root cause analysis on defective or non-conforming products.
- Implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
Qualifications Required
- 3–5+ years of quality control experience in food-service packaging and consumables.
- Strong knowledge of materials such as paper, plastics, compostables, foam, and food-contact packaging products.
- Knowledge of FDA food-contact regulations and relevant industry standards including ISO Management
- Experience working with manufacturers and suppliers on quality standards and compliance.
- Proven ability to conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to manage supplier relationships.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) and quality reporting systems.
Key Words: ACR, Amercareroyal, Karat Packaging, Injection Mold, Eco Products, Novolex, Pactiv, Paper Products,
This position is for the Overnight Shift 2am - 1030am Monday to Friday
Interstate Waste Services is the most progressive and innovative provider of solid waste and recycling services in the greater New York, New Jersey and Connecticut markets with a rail-served landfill in Ohio. IWS is committed to delivering high-quality waste, recycling and environmental services, while prioritizing the safety of our employees, customers and communities. We cater to a diverse range of industrial, medical and commercial/residential customers.
Founded in 1998, IWS has grown over the years through acquisitions, many of which were family-owned businesses that remain a part of our team today. We’re proud to combine the resources of a large company with the values and care of a family-run business.
Essential Job Summary::
The Level A Fleet Mechanic/Technician is the top-tier technical expert in the shop, responsible for advanced diagnostics, complex repairs, and technical leadership across refuse trucks, heavy trucks/tractors, and support assets. This role sets the standard for safety, quality, productivity, and training, and partners with maintenance leadership to drive up time and regulatory compliance across the fleet.
Essential Job Functions: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other minor duties may be assigned.: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned.
Advanced Diagnostics & Complex Repairs
- Lead diagnosis and resolution of complex, intermittent, or chronic issues involving:
- Engine performance and emissions/aftertreatment (DPF, DOC, SCR, sensors, dosing systems).
- CAN-bus and multiplex electrical systems, electronic control modules, and communication networks.
- Advanced hydraulics for refuse bodies, auto-load arms, high-pressure systems, and heavy truck power take-offs.
- Plan and execute major component work including major engine reparis, transmission and differential R&R, frame-off repairs, and complex hydraulic rebuilds.
Technical Leadership & Training
- Serve as the go-to technical resource for Level B and Level C technicians; provide on-the-job training, coaching, and quality checks.
- Assist in training on:
- Diagnostic software and tools.
- New equipment technology, safety systems, and telematics.
- Company maintenance standards, PM strategies, and repair procedures.
Fleet Reliability, Compliance & Continuous Improvement
- Analyze repeat repairs, failure trends, and PM findings; recommend changes to PM intervals, inspection checklists, or parts specifications.
- Ensure all work complies with DOT, FMCSA, OSHA, BIC, DEP and environmental regulations, as well as state/local requirements in NY, NYC, NJ, and CT.
- Perform and sign off on the most critical inspections (e.g., PDI, PM and Annual inspections, accident damage assessments, major repair QC).
Operational & Customer Support
- Support complex road calls and on-site repairs on the road, at transfer stations, MRFs, or customer locations throughout the NYC tri-state area.
- Partner with Operations and Dispatch to minimize downtime, sequence repairs effectively, and prioritize critical units i.e. NYC dense-route refuse units, specialized collection assets.
- Provide clear feedback to leadership on equipment condition, replacement candidates, and chronic issues affecting uptime or safety.
Administrative & Leadership Duties (as assigned)
- Help plan daily shop workload and allocate jobs according to technician skill level.
- Assist in specifying parts, evaluating vendor options, and supporting warranty recovery efforts.
- Support audits, safety inspections, and external regulatory reviews as the technical representative for the shop.
- High school diploma or GED required; additional technical training strongly preferred.
- A minimum of 5 years of proven hands-on experience as a diesel mechanic as a diesel/heavy-equipment mechanic/technician, including advanced diagnostics and major component overhaul.
- CDL Class B or A with air brake endorsement required or strongly preferred due to frequent road tests and movement of collection vehicles on public roads.
- Demonstrated expert-level knowledge of:
- Heavy truck and refuse systems.
- Refuse hydraulic, electrical, and powertrain systems.
- Diagnostic software, scan tools, and OEM service information.
- Proven track record of performing complex diagnostics and repairs independently.
- Must provide own professional-grade tools required for diagnostic and repair work.
- ASE Master Medium/Heavy Truck Technician or equivalent combination of ASE certifications (T series) and/or OEM advanced certifications preferred.
- Possession of a valid driver’s license is required.
- Experience in a lead or senior technician role in a refuse, municipal, or large private fleet environment preferred.
- Experience with CNG/LNG, hybrid, or EV drivetrains for heavy vehicles preferred.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to coach, influence, and drive standards across multiple shifts or locations preferred.
Additional Information:
This job description is intended to be an accurate representation of the general functions of the job, rather than exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or experience. Other duties may be assigned, requested, or required. Aspects of the job may be altered without notice.
Interstate Waste Services provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Salary Range Minimum: USD $31.47/Hr. Salary Range Maximum: USD $31.47/Hr.
To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.
At Bridgeport Hospital, we are committed to providing quality medical care and treatment that is coordinated and centered on the patient's specific needs. We strive to achieve benchmarks as a Patient Centered Medical Home and provide health care in a setting where patients are at the center of their care team. All employees of Bridgeport Hospital are part of the patients care team and contribute to the team approach of promoting access, continuous, comprehensive care and work to provide quality improvement in the care provided to their patients.
As an integral member of the Yale New Haven Health System (YNHHS) healthcare team, the Registered Professional Nurse (RN) upholds the YNHHS mission, vision, values and strategic initiatives to provide the highest level of patient centered care. The RN practices professional nursing as a registered nurse within the legal and ethical framework established by the Connecticut Nurse Practice Act, American Nurses Association Scope and Standards for Nursing Practice, ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses and the YNHHS Professional Practice Model. The professional role of the RN is exemplified by the qualities of leadership, delegation, collaboration, effective communication, ensuring quality outcomes. YNHHS nurses practice in a framework outlined in our professional practice model, which states, "Achieving outcomes through Autonomy and Accountability". We value Nursing Professional Governance, and use evidence and data to support our practice with the patient and family at the center, always. The RN provides care that: * Establishes and maintains a therapeutic relationship with the patient and family encompasses an understanding and integration of cultural and diversity into practice * Includes communicating and working collaboratively with the patient, family and health care team members * Includes respecting the patient's values, preferences, expressed needs and knowledge of the healthcare situation in holistic data collection, in formulating health care outcomes and in the evaluation process.
EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Responsibilities
* * STANDARDS OF PRACTICE RN practice is guided by the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice (2015). The Standards of Practice describe a competent level of nursing care as demonstrated by utilizing the nursing process components of assessment, diagnosis, outcomes identification, planning, implementation and evaluation. Assessment: The registered nurse collects pertinent data and information relative to the healthcare consumer's health or situation Diagnosis: The RN analyzes the assessment data to determine the actual and potential diagnoses or the issues. Outcomes Identification: The RN identifies expected outcomes for a plan individualized to the healthcare consumer or the situation. Planning: The RN develops and modifies a plan of care that prescribes strategies and alternatives to attain expected outcomes. Implementation: The RN implements the identified plan. Coordination of Care: The RN coordinates care delivery and transitions in care. Health Teaching and Health Promotion: The RN employs strategies to promote health and a safe environment. Evaluation: The RN evaluates progress toward attainment of outcomes.
* * STANDARDS OF PROFESSIONAL PERFORMANCE The ANA Standards of Professional Performance (2015) describe a competent level of behavior in the professional role, including activities related to: ethics, culturally congruent practice, communication, collaboration, leadership, education, evidence-based practice and research, quality of practice professional practice evaluation, resource utilization and environmental health. The RN is expected to engage in professional role activities, including leadership, appropriate to their education and position. The RN is accountable to for their professional actions to themselves, their healthcare consumers, their peers and ultimately to society. Ethics: The RN practices ethically. Culturally congruent practice: The RN practices in a manner that is congruent with cultural diversity and inclusion principles. Communication: The RN communicates effectively in all areas of practice Collaboration: The RN collaborates with healthcare consumer and other key stakeholders in the conduct of nursing practice. Leadership: The RN leads within the professional practice setting and the profession. Education: the RN seeks knowledge and competence that reflects current nursing practice and promotes futuristic thinking. Evidence-Based Practice and Research: The RN integrates evidence and research findings into practice Quality of Practice: The RN contributes to quality nursing practice. Professional Practice Evaluation: The RN evaluates owns' and others' nursing practice. Resource Utilization: The RN utilizes appropriate resources to plan provide and sustain evidence-based nursing services that are safe, effective and fiscally responsible Environmental Health: The RN practices in an environmentally safe and healthy manner.
Qualifications
EDUCATION
Graduation from an accredited school of nursing. BSN preferred. All newly hired registered nurses must have current BCLS certification or must obtain within one month of hire.
EXPERIENCE
Registered Nurse is the foundational job description for all RNs. All RNs are encouraged to advance through the SPIRE clinical advancement program.
LICENSURE
Licensed and a currently registered nurse in the State of Connecticut. Clinical specialty certification highly encouraged.
SPECIAL SKILLS
Registered Nurse is the foundational job description for all RNs. All RNs are encouraged to advance through the SPIRE clinical advancement program.
PHYSICAL DEMAND
Requires prolonged standing; walking; use of sight, hearing, and touch. May be exposed to infectious diseases. Will be exposed to physical, mental and emotional illness as well as end of life conditions and death. Moderate stress and risk of injury from patient care. Standing/walking for more than half of the day. Frequently bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, twisting and lifting. Must be able to assist pushing/pulling/lifting patients ranging from five (5) to three hundred (300) pounds. YNHHS Requisition ID
150752