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Yale New Haven Hospital

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Yale New Haven Hospital ? Among the Best in the Nation

Yale New Haven Hospital consistently ranks among the best hospitals in the United States. Nationally ranked and renowned for programs in cancer, heart and vascular, pediatrics, psychiatry and transplantation, Yale New Haven Hospital is the largest acute-care provider in southern Connecticut and one of the Northeast?s major referral centers, providing access to thousands of expert doctors.

Yale New Haven Hospitalis a non-profit, 1,541-bed tertiary medical center which includes Smilow Cancer Hospital at Yale New Haven, Yale New Haven Children's Hospital and Yale New Haven Psychiatric Hospital. Yale New Haven Hospital is the primary teaching hospital for Yale School of Medicine and is committed to teaching and clinical research.

Yale New Haven Health includes Yale New Haven, Bridgeport, Greenwich, Lawrence + Memorial and Westerly hospitals; several specialty networks; and Northeast Medical Group, a physician-led multispecialty group with 1000 clinicians.

The Hospitalist Service teams provide expert, compassionate clinical care in Internal Medicine for the best possible patient care experience. We collaborate seamlessly with patients, their families, primary care providers, specialists, and support staff to ensure that every patient receives comprehensive, excellent, and efficient care. Effective communication within our Hospitalist Service and with other members of our patient?s care team is a key component of our success.

The Hospitalist Service at Yale New Haven Hospital is actively seeking Acute Care APRNs and Physician Assistants to join their innovative and collaborative team!

Hospitalist Service Vision

The Hospitalist Service at Yale New Haven Hospital strives to deliver the highest quality, safest and most efficient medical care to our patients. We aspire to become national leaders in the field of inpatient medical care.

Hospitalist Service Mission

The Hospitalist Service at YNHH is dedicated to providing the highest quality in-patient care. We aim to give superior and compassionate care by collaborating seamlessly with patients, families, primary care providers, specialists, and support staff; by fostering education in the field of hospital medicine; and by researching methods for improving the quality of inpatient care.

We are proud to offer:

• Competitive compensation with annual pay raise; pay is commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision and flexible spending benefits
• Matched tax-sheltered annuity plan
• New graduates are welcome, with mentorship and training opportunities
• Student Loan Repayment Programs
• Opportunities to grow your career through the career ladder program
• Leadership opportunities
• CME reimbursement and CME Days
• Malpractice Insurance and license reimbursement
• Teaching opportunities
• Flexible schedules to ensure work-life balance.
• A collegial environment with access to expert specialists and the resources of one of the nation?s leading health systems

New Haven

Recognized as a city of innovation, culture and prosperity, New Haven is a center for business and a mecca for the arts. The city showcases diverse cultural and community events, award-winning restaurants, vibrant nightlife, shops, and recreational activities ? all within its 20 square miles. New Haven offers beautiful parks and bike trails, renowned theaters, and night clubs. Plus, from New Haven, you are uniquely positioned for quick access to Boston and New York City or the mountains with all four seasons of New England. See for yourself why people say New Haven is ?the greatest small city in America.? New Haven offers family-oriented residential communities with some of the best schools in the nation.

To learn more, please contact:

Heather Carney, Senior Manager Hospitalist Service, or Christine Meyer, Physician and APP Recruiter at

Book time with Christine Meyer: Interview

Responsibilities:

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  1. Clinical Care * The Physician Assistant (PA) or the Nurse Practitioner (NP) provides assessment, triage, and therapeutic management of patient/family needs throughout the disease process as an integral part of an interdisciplinary team. The NP/PA, whether the practice setting is the inpatient, ambulatory, or outpatient settings, provides optimal patient care, from diagnostic to prognostic matters. This individual works in collaboration with the attending supervising/collaborating physician(s) in accordance with state law and hospital regulations, hospital policy, protocols and clinical pathways and may provide autonomous team based care. * Obtains medical histories, performs physical examinations, reviews/orders diagnostic/therapeutic tests and radiologic results, formulates and manages patient treatment plans. The NP/PA may perform procedures, prescribe treatment and medications in accordance with institutional and state guidelines, as well as, when necessary for scope within specialty or professional competency standards. In some clinical specialties, the NP/PA may have autonomous practice managing certain patient populations. * The NP/PA may also function as first or second assistant on operative cases (as long as within position scope and job educational prerequisites are in place), using fine motor skills and manual dexterity. * Other clinical job duties may be applied in accordance with departmental and operational goals, training related to profession and practice necessitated guidelines and responsibilities, inclusive but not limited to responding to emergency situations within the YNHHS parameters
• 2. Patient Education & Psychosocial Support* The NP/PA will educate patients/families on care and recommended or available resources. In collaboration with the supervising/collaborating MD, this may be inclusive of admitting instructions, treatment plan, actual and potential side effects of treatments/medications, and discharge plan. * The NP/PA, as part of a multidisciplinary team, provides psychosocial support to patients, their family members, and significant others in a caring, ethical, and professional manner.
• 3. Information Management * The NP/PA ensures appropriate documentation within the accordance of hospital and regulatory requirements and protects information of all forms, whether computer-based, paper, film, voice, or other media from unauthorized access modification, destruction, or intentional or accidental disclosure.
• 4. Quality Management * The NP/PA is expected to demonstrate a high standard of moral and ethical behavior, professionalism, compassion, and commitment to patient care. * Ensures compliance with patient related healthcare regulatory requirements, standards and recommendations.
• 5. Professional Development* The NP/PA continuously engages in projects that maintain and advance professional competency. * The NP/PA serves as a clinical resource for new house staff and may provide service specific orientation pertinent to clinical education * Consistently demonstrates high reliability organizational behaviors through reporting safety events as well as near misses.* The NP/PA continuously engages in projects that maintain and advance professional competency. * Maintains all employee requirements determined by hospital policy. * The NP/PA may serve as a clinical preceptor for NP/PA students and other health care professionals and may serve as a mentor to pre-PA/NP candidates.* The NP/PA may collaborate on research, quality assurance and performance improvement projects, and assist with the formation of protocols that will be applied to clinical practice or further their educational and clinical expertise.

EDUCATION

Graduate from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or an accredited Physician Assistant Program.

EXPERIENCE

Prefer clinical working experience as a NP/PA within the given specialty/service line recommended, but none required. APRNs, PAs, CRNAs and CNMs are required to be appointed to the Affiliated Medical Staff of a YNHHS Hospital and credentialed through the Medical Staff process. Evidence of current competence to practice as {an APRN, PA, CRNA, CNM} via appropriate reference letters from physicians and other practitioners must be able to be obtained during the Medical Staff appointment process in order to be eligible.

LICENSURE

Active PA Certification by the National Commission of Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA), Connecticut State Physician Assistant License, ACLS/BLS Certified, when indicated for position profile DEA License, when indicated for pediatric position profile PALS, when indicated for neonatal care NRP Certification. Additional licensure, certifications and/or continuing education credits may be required during employment based on position and area of specialty. ORConnecticut State Registered Nurse License, Connecticut State Nurse Practitioner License, Board specialty certification, as appropriate for position profile ACLS/BLS Certified, when indicated for position profile DEA License, when indicated for pediatric position profile PALS, when indicated for neonatal care NRP Certification. Additional licensure, certifications and/or continuing education credits may be required during employment based on position and area of specialty.

  Passionate RBTs Wanted! Unlock Your Career Growth in Just 6 Months   Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with autism? Join us as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) at Helping Hands Family (HHF) and provide personalized, play-based ABA therapy to help children reach their developmental milestones.

  What You'll Be Doing: » Provide 1-on-1 direct care to children with autism in clinics, at home, or in the community.

» Teach daily living and social skills using evidence-based treatments and positive reinforcement.

» Implement therapy sessions designed by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).

» Accurately collect behavior data and collaborate with your team to support each child's progress.

  We're Looking for Someone With: A high school diploma or equivalent (associate or bachelor's degree in a human services area preferred).

Comfort working with children.

The ability to perform physical tasks such as walking, running, and lifting (up to 50 pounds).

Strong communication skills for interacting with clients' families.

Reliable transportation.

Willingness to complete company-provided RBT training and pass the RBT exam within 90 days of hire.

  At Helping Hands Family, we offer: » 20% pay differential for client facing sessions that go past 6 pm or for Saturday sessions.

» Comprehensive, paid RBT training and exam.

» Paid travel time and mileage reimbursement.

» Paid vacation, holidays, and family leave.

» Health, dental, and vision insurance.

» 401K with employer match.

» Employee referral program up to $3,000.

» Opportunities for career advancement: HHF Fellowship program to support aspiring BCBAs & RBT Rise development program including built-in pay increases.

» Tuition discounts from university partners.

  If you're considering a career in healthcare, teaching, or any role working with children , this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Apply now to join a team committed to celebrating differences and helping everyone reach their highest potential.

  HHFRBT   Helping Hands Family Base Salary Range $19.85 — $21.05 USD Ready to Make a Difference? Apply Now!   Helping Hands Family (HHF) is  Great Place to Work CertifiedTM in 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025 .

We are a top-rated ABA provider dedicated to a supportive and inclusive culture.

We offer rewarding work experiences, including making a lasting impact on children's lives.

  All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check.

This includes Social Security and identity verification, reference checks, criminal history check, fingerprint screening, and any other relevant checks to ensure the safety and well-being of the children we serve.

All new hires must complete E-Verify as required by USCIS.

HHF does not provide immigration sponsorship for any roles at this time.

            Helping Hands Family is dedicated to a supportive, inclusive culture.

From growing our team to the client treatment plans, we have committed to celebrating differences and helping everyone reach their highest potential.

HHF is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, sex, ancestry, citizenship status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, veteran status, or military status.

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The Manager, Social Media is responsible for building brand awareness, driving engagement, and driving revenue-generating business objectives through compelling social strategies based on data-driven information and content provided by HQ.

The ideal candidate is an expert in social storytelling, understands platform-specific best practices, and can seamlessly blend creative content with data-driven insights to optimize performance. The candidate will develop and execute social strategies that enhance brand visibility, foster community engagement, and drive revenue.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Execute the company’s social media strategy aligned with HQ direction and North American business goals
• Responsible for sales revenue by platform
• Responsible for hitting monthly performance goals for paid social media
• Champion Victorinox on social media to drive revenue and raise brand awareness, consumer interest, and conversion/retention
• Maintain brand integrity on social media platforms by adhering to brand guidelines as set by HQ
• Ensure the execution of social media strategy strengthens our revenue stream and brand presence, builds customer loyalty, increases category awareness, and reflects the quality, functionality, innovation and iconic design that define Victorinox
• Manage day-to-day organic and paid social media activities across platforms
• Curate and publish engaging content provided by HQ by platform to maximize engagement
• Oversee content calendars for owned and partner platforms
• Monitor social media trends, platform updates, and competitor activity to identify business opportunities
• Engage with followers, respond to comments and messages, and build strong online communities
• Collaborate with marketing, creative, PR, and internal stakeholders to support campaigns and launches
• Analyze performance metrics and prepare regular reports with insights and recommendations
• Manage paid social support in collaboration with media teams
• Ensure brand compliance and best practices across all social channels

Desired Skills/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Digital Media, or a related field
• 5+ years of professional experience managing social media for a brand, organization, or agency
• Strong understanding of major social media platforms, content formats, and best practices
• Strong contacts at social media HQ’s for support as needed
• Experience using social media management and analytics tools including Promoboxx, Google analytics and Sprinklr
• Excellent written communication skills and a strong sense of brand voice
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights

Victorinox Swiss Army is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

Victorinox, maker of the original Swiss Army Knife, is seeking a seasoned, strategic, creative, and analytical communications professional with experience building high performance, impactful programs with measurable results.

The Public Relations Manager will manage PR, influencer, and affiliate initiatives across Victorinox, Wenger and Epicurean brands. This role is responsible for amplifying brand awareness, cultivating media and influencer relationships as well as supporting marketing and brand projects. The ideal candidate can own relationships with key media and influencers, is comfortable with social platforms, and has experience partnering with internal and external stakeholders.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Contribute to the development and implementation of publicity strategies for all Victorinox product categories, as well as Epicurean
• Manage the PR agency for Watches and Travel Gear, owning strategy and execution
• Responsible for influencers and events in the Watch and Travel Gear categories, from concept to execution and ROI
• Develop and follow a multi-channel editorial strategy in partnership with PR agency to ensure both quality and quantity of desired press
• Responsible for direct PR efforts for HoReCa/Foodservice, Slaughter and Corporate business
• Contribute to the identification and implementation of new strategies to adapt to the changing media and influencer landscape
• Influencer research for omni-channel platforms
• Execute PR and influencer reporting for all categories
• Develop seasonal press stories and pitches across the Victorinox portfolio
• Execute briefs and sponsored content for paid media
• Keep master pitch decks up to date with stand-out PR and influencer activities
• Create email communications to retailers and prospects with top-tier PR and influencer features
• Support management of budgets across all PR and Influencer activities
• Execute affiliate marketing and corresponding reporting
• Order and track product samples for press and influencers
• Research and maintain relationships with influencers for owned categories
• Execute day to day responsibilities including but not limited to:
• Analyzing all media coverage of the organization and drafting appropriate responses
• Create and manage media lists across brand portfolio
• Upload press to Global reporting system
• Follow topical news stories and monitor competitor news for communication to key stakeholders
• Support in managing media appointments for Tier 1 tradeshows.

Additional tasks as requested

Desired Skills/Experience:

• 5+ public relations experience, PR agency experience preferred
• BA degree in related field
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills; Must be able to clearly communicate information effectively and persuasively
• Attention to detail and organization; ability to meet deadlines
• Action-oriented, focused on quality output
• Excellent project management experience; ability to effectively handle multiple projects simultaneously; strong time management skills
• Creative thinker with a positive, entrepreneurial attitude; Flexible and adaptable
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office suite and Cision
• Ambassador: Representing Victorinox products and values with passion and integrity

About the Role

The Associate General Counsel / Senior Attorney will work with subject matter experts and compliance personnel to foster a culture of compliance and adherence to all applicable laws, rules and regulations. Under general guidance, the Associate General Counsel / Senior Attorney will provide legal advice and analysis on general corporate issues including regulatory compliance, operational matters and government and stakeholder relations.

Responsibilities

• Manage the compliance program including the records and information program for the Company which requires working with compliance teams.
• Maintaining compliance tracking.
• Regular updating of policies and procedures.
• Training.
• Reviewing audit reports and tracking compliance of audit findings.
• Retrieval of hardcopy and digital records.
• In addition to the duties above, the Attorney will work to build and maintain local, state and government relations which support and enhance Iroquois' reputation.
• Public affairs initiatives include, but are not limited to, New Project outreach campaigns, legislative monitoring, public relations, local permitting, media monitoring, responses to media requests, regulatory compliance, and crisis communications which support and enhance Iroquois' reputation.

Qualifications

• Attorney with 5-10+ years energy compliance experience is preferred.
• In-house counsel experience is a plus.
• The attorney should have experience in state and federal regulatory proceedings.
• Experience with PHMSA, environmental, and FERC regulations is a plus.

Required Skills

• Legal advice and analysis on corporate issues.
• Regulatory compliance expertise.
• Operational matters management.

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

• • 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.

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.

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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.

The Respiratory Therapist I is a health care professional who is a graduate of a Program in Respiratory Care approved by the committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) and is licensed by the State of Connecticut as a Respiratory Care Practitioner. The Therapist I performs a variety of clinical activities in the assessment, treatment and education of the patient with respiratory problems. The Therapist I actively supports and serves as a resource to the other members of the patient care team. The Therapist I supports departmental and interdepartmental quality improvement efforts.

EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran

• • Clinical Application of Respiratory Care: Functions efficiently, resourcefully and skillfully in providing patients optimum age-specific respiratory care.
  • 1.1 Assesses patient's pulmonary status employing basic skills, which include reviewing the medical chart, patient interview, physical examination, and interpretation of blood gases. Demonstrates proficiency and consistency with all assessment skills, including interpretation of x-ray and blood gases, RAW, CL graphic displays, etc. Demonstrates knowledge and interpretation of diagnostic procedures such as PPD, overnight oximetry, peak flow, arterial puncture, and sputum induction.
  • Documentation and Written communication: Contributes to effective communication within the department through documentation of services administered, changes in patient?s clinical status, and therapeutic objectives.
  • 2.1 Records all care provided via electronic medical record accurately. Identifies patient on written documents by using MRN and patient labels as required by department and hospital policy. Notes consistently include ABGs, patient assessment, weaning assessment, and parameters. Maintains patient confidentiality with documentation practices.
  • Consultation and Collaboration and Oral Communication: Communicates clearly and appropriately with co-workers. Demonstrates a cooperative team spirit, effectively contributing to excellence of patient care.
  • 3.1 Patient report information is appropriate and conveys current patient status. Gives report using SBAR format and attentively, courteously accepts report in order to facilitate transition from one shift to the next. Accurately, completely, and concisely gives a safe hand off for all relevant clinical information on patient's clinical course and status.
  • Self-Development, Professionalism and Leadership - Assumes responsibility for maintaining clinical competency through continuing education, professional growth, and development.
  • 4.1 Assumes responsibility for professional self-development. Keeps self-informed about current trends within the profession and new procedures/equipment in the department. Requests inservices as appropriate to maintain competencies for equipment and procedures. Maintains membership in AARC, NBRC or demonstrates other active participation in profession.

EDUCATION

Graduation from an accredited program of Respiratory Care, current active license by the State of Connecticut as a Respiratory Care Practitioner and NBRC Registry Examination eligibility. NBRC Registration, Bachelor of Science Degree preferred. * Respiratory therapists employed by YNHH effective 9/12/2012 as a result of the acquisition of the Hospital of Saint Raphael may meet educational requirements with an active CT license as a Respiratory Care Practitioner and demonstration of current competencies.

EXPERIENCE

This is an entry level position for new grads plus those with some experience in critical care or neonatal environments.

LICENSURE

CT RCP License

SPECIAL SKILLS

Competent in the basic operation and application of respiratory care equipment. Excellent oral and written communication. Excellent organizational skills. Ability to work under stressful conditions. Excellent interpersonal skills. Computer literacy on a PC.

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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.

The Respiratory Therapist I is a health care professional who is a graduate of a Program in Respiratory Care approved by the committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) and is licensed by the State of Connecticut as a Respiratory Care Practitioner. The Therapist I performs a variety of clinical activities in the assessment, treatment and education of the patient with respiratory problems. The Therapist I actively supports and serves as a resource to the other members of the patient care team. The Therapist I supports departmental and interdepartmental quality improvement efforts.

EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran

• • Clinical Application of Respiratory Care: Functions efficiently, resourcefully and skillfully in providing patients optimum age-specific respiratory care.
  • 1.1 Assesses patient's pulmonary status employing basic skills, which include reviewing the medical chart, patient interview, physical examination, and interpretation of blood gases. Demonstrates proficiency and consistency with all assessment skills, including interpretation of x-ray and blood gases, RAW, CL graphic displays, etc. Demonstrates knowledge and interpretation of diagnostic procedures such as PPD, overnight oximetry, peak flow, arterial puncture, and sputum induction.
  • Documentation and Written communication: Contributes to effective communication within the department through documentation of services administered, changes in patient?s clinical status, and therapeutic objectives.
  • 2.1 Records all care provided via electronic medical record accurately. Identifies patient on written documents by using MRN and patient labels as required by department and hospital policy. Notes consistently include ABGs, patient assessment, weaning assessment, and parameters. Maintains patient confidentiality with documentation practices.
  • Consultation and Collaboration and Oral Communication: Communicates clearly and appropriately with co-workers. Demonstrates a cooperative team spirit, effectively contributing to excellence of patient care.
  • 3.1 Patient report information is appropriate and conveys current patient status. Gives report using SBAR format and attentively, courteously accepts report in order to facilitate transition from one shift to the next. Accurately, completely, and concisely gives a safe hand off for all relevant clinical information on patient's clinical course and status.
  • Self-Development, Professionalism and Leadership - Assumes responsibility for maintaining clinical competency through continuing education, professional growth, and development.
  • 4.1 Assumes responsibility for professional self-development. Keeps self-informed about current trends within the profession and new procedures/equipment in the department. Requests inservices as appropriate to maintain competencies for equipment and procedures. Maintains membership in AARC, NBRC or demonstrates other active participation in profession.

EDUCATION

Graduation from an accredited program of Respiratory Care, current active license by the State of Connecticut as a Respiratory Care Practitioner and NBRC Registry Examination eligibility. NBRC Registration, Bachelor of Science Degree preferred. * Respiratory therapists employed by YNHH effective 9/12/2012 as a result of the acquisition of the Hospital of Saint Raphael may meet educational requirements with an active CT license as a Respiratory Care Practitioner and demonstration of current competencies.

EXPERIENCE

This is an entry level position for new grads plus those with some experience in critical care or neonatal environments.

LICENSURE

CT RCP License

SPECIAL SKILLS

Competent in the basic operation and application of respiratory care equipment. Excellent oral and written communication. Excellent organizational skills. Ability to work under stressful conditions. Excellent interpersonal skills. Computer literacy on a PC.

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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

• • 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.

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.

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