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About Circular Services:

Circular Services is the largest privately held recycling and organics service provider in the U.S. It operates over 30 facilities serving major long-term municipal and commercial contracts. The mission of Circular Services is to keep valuable materials in circulation and minimize the cost and environmental impact of landfills. The company services municipal contracts with some of the largest and fastest growing cities in the U.S. including New York City, Austin, San Antonio, and Phoenix.

About the Role:

The Facilities & Projects Engineer is responsible for leading and executing facility engineering and capital improvement projects that support safe, efficient, and compliant operations. Specifically, this role will manage the expansion of Circular’s Anaerobic Digestion and food recycling facility in Southington, CT. This role manages projects from early concepts and design through construction, commissioning, and close-out. They will work closely with operations, consultants, contractors, and vendors. The position plays a key role in maintaining and improving industrial infrastructure while supporting Circular Services’ sustainability and operational goals.

Responsibilities:

• Lead facility engineering and capital improvement projects, including scoping, planning, budgeting, scheduling, and execution
• Manage projects from concept, design, and permitting through construction and commissioning
• Oversee mechanical and electrical equipment installations, upgrades, and infrastructure improvements
• Coordinate closely with operations teams, consulting engineers, contractors, and equipment vendors to ensure project alignment and execution
• Review bids, proposals, and cost estimates for construction and engineering services
• Identify project risks, troubleshoot technical and schedule issues, and implement corrective actions
• Ensure all work complies with applicable building codes, industrial standards, safety regulations, and environmental requirements
• Monitor contractor performance, safety compliance, and quality of work on site
• Maintain accurate project documentation, schedules, and budgets
• Provide regular project updates and status reports to senior leadership

Minimum Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Facilities Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in project engineering, industrial facility management, or construction project management
• Strong knowledge of project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and contractor oversight
• Experience working in industrial or plant-based environments
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Ability to commute to Southington, CT (required)
• Ability to work in office on a hybrid basis from 7am to 4pm

Preferred Job Qualifications:

• Experience in anaerobic digestion, food waste recovery systems, or waste to energy processes.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license and/or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
• Experience supporting facilities related to waste processing, recycling, energy production, utilities, manufacturing, or industrial plant maintenance
• Familiarity with capital project approval processes and long-term infrastructure planning
• Experience working in regulated environments with strong safety and compliance requirements

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

• Work is performed primarily in an industrial plant environment with exposure to noise, dust, odors, and varying temperatures
• Regular standing, walking, climbing, and navigating active construction and operating areas
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds as required
• Must wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) and adhere to all safety policies and procedures
• Pre-employment drug screening required (drug-free workplace)
• Relocation assistance is not available

EEOC: Circular Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: Circular Services is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Circular Services are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Circular Services will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

The Environmental Manager is accountable to identify, develop implement and maintain site environmental policies and procedures to ensure environmental compliance with current and pending local, state, and federal regulations.

About the Role

Site management team member accountable for all aspects environmental compliance internally and externally. Acts as the plant liaison to local, state and federal agencies. Subject matter expert and accountable party on environmental matters for site and regional management. Leads manufacturing and process improvement initiatives related to the environment ensuring the safety and wellbeing of employees and the community. Works to achieve and build an engaged workforce driven to self-directed ownership of environmental processes that achieve the short and long term strategic goals of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with environmental requirements via the completion of required government and internal reports (including Form R, Tier II, Emission Statement, Semi-annual & annual reports, Biennial waste reporting), training of personnel, development of operating procedures and equipment requirements, "management of change" review, and auditing.
• Identifying regulatory requirements and develop courses of action to ensure both our future compliance and our flexibility to operate profitably.
• Provide plant leadership for the continuous improvement of the ISO 14001 EMS.
• Coordinates identification of environmental aspects, evaluation of significance of environmental aspects, and establishment of environmental objectives and targets.
• Coordinates establishment and implementation of management programs to achieve objectives and targets.
• Project management on facility or operational modifications as assigned.
• Support project engineers on the environmental impact of capital projects.
• Represents the Wallingford Plant in areas where environmental concerns internally and externally to local, state and federal agencies.
• Work with local management to ensure a common understanding of environmental compliance issues and lead in their compliance efforts.
• Schedule and coordinate hazardous waste material bulk loads, drum loads and lab pack pick-ups using approved waste haulers and ensure required paperwork meets state and federal regulations.
• Make positive change regarding plant's processes, including; Environmental training procedures; Plant Standard Operating Procedures; the EMS system, Environmental audits and waste minimization.
• Participate or lead in team investigations of all major incidents. Ensure appropriate root cause(s) and corrective actions are identified and completed in a timely manner.
• Monitor and report plant emissions and discharges.
• Monitor and troubleshoot plant pollution abatement and controls equipment and devices.
• Comply with the Title V air permit including emission testing and LDAR.
• Sample wastewater discharge and complete monthly DMR report.
• Ensure the site meet the requirements of the site owner's NPDES permit.
• Acts as backup to plant ES&S Manager.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in engineering or environmental sciences.
• 10+ years of experience in both Environmental Management and Process Engineering.
• Working knowledge of state and federal regulations.
• Good communication skills both written and oral.
• The ability to present information to senior management and government regulators.
• Maintain current knowledge of applicable EHSS laws and regulations/programs through continuing education seminars/courses.
• Provide positive, proactive leadership with regard to concern by plant employees for the safety and health of their coworkers.
• Identify/coordinate/complete environmental and improvement projects.
• Complete Leak Detection and Repair program weekly, monthly, and annual requirements (involves use of FID with calibration).

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

• Hazardous Exposures: hazardous materials, loud noise, extreme heat or cold.
• Physical Lifting Requirements and frequency: sedentary (up to 10 pounds), light (up to 20 pounds), medium (up to 50 pounds), heavy (over 50 pounds).
• Other Physical Requirements and frequency: occasional (up to 1 hr/day), regular (up to 3 hrs/day), frequent (over 3 hrs/day).
• Climbing.
• Walking.
• Standing.
• Stooping/Kneeling.
• Pulling/Pushing.
• Ability to meet the criteria of plant safety policies/procedures.

Overview

Amphenol, the world's largest manufacturer of interconnect products, is seeking a talented Legal Assistant to join our Corporate Legal Team in Wallingford, Connecticut. At Amphenol, we design, manufacture, and market a vast array of products, including electrical, electronic, and fiber optic connectors, interconnect systems, antennas, sensors, sensor‐based products and high‐speed specialty cables. Amphenol is an industry leader on the Fortune 500 list, with $23 billion in sales in 2025 and 190,000 employees across 150 businesses in more than 40 countries.

Position Summary

We are seeking a Legal Assistant with to support corporate governance and entity management. This role provides direct support to in-house counsel and executive leadership in maintaining the Company's subsidiary structure, ensuring compliance with local law requirements, and preserving the integrity of corporate records.

The ideal candidate has significant experience managing large volumes of data and working successfully in a collaborative team environment while maintaining personal responsibility for work product. The candidate exercises the highest level of discretion and professionalism in handling sensitive corporate matters.

Key Responsibilities

Corporate Governance & Subsidiary Management

• Assist in maintaining corporate records and minute books, primarily for U.S. entities.
• Support the tracking of annual reports, franchise tax filings and registered agent information.
• Manage and update entity data within entity management systems.
• Prepare drafts of routine corporate documents, including resolutions, officer certificates and written consents.
• Coordinate U.S. entity formations, qualifications, withdrawals, dissolutions and restructurings.
• Liaise with Finance and Tax teams regarding entity structure and reporting requirements.

Administrative and Executive Support

• Coordinate document execution and signature processes with senior leadership.
• Maintain strict confidentiality regarding corporate transactions, executive communications and governance matters.
• Maintain electronic files and ensure corporate documentation is complete, accurate and accessible to team members.
• Provide support to other team members for both U.S. and International matters.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a corporate legal department, law firm or professional office environment.
• General familiarity with corporate documents and business entity structures preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong organizational and administrative skills.
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Professional demeanor and comfort interacting with senior leadership.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.

Professional Attributes

• High level of integrity and reliability.
• Organized, methodical and detail oriented.
• Professional communication style.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively and with appropriate sense of urgency.
• Willingness to cross-train and support other team members as needed.
• Willingness to learn and grow within a corporate legal function.

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.

Works Under The Supervision Of The Nurse Manager/Clinical Coordinator. The Registered Nurse (Rn) Assesses, Plans, Implements, Evaluates And Supervises Individual Patient Care On A Nursing Unit/Department According To Unit Policies And Procedures. Provides Supervision Of Non-Rn Personnel On The Assigned Unit. When Assuming The Charge Role, Delegates And Supervises Unit Activities. May Be Requires To Work On Other Nursing Units According To Distribution Of Staff And Patients. Performs Other Duties As Assigned Or Requested In Order To Maintain A High Level Of Service.

EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran

• Assesses The Patient's Physical And Psychosocial Condition On An Ongoing Basis Throughout The Continuum Of Care.
• Develops, Communicates And Documents A Plan Of Care Reflecting Individualized Patient Problems And Interventions To Achieve Desired Outcomes, Involving The Patient, Family And Healthcare Team In This Process.
• Implements And Coordinates This Plan Of Care In Collaboration With The Healthcare Team.
• Evaluates The Effectiveness Of The Plan Of Care, Patient?S Response To Care, And Readiness For Discharge. Revises The Plan Of Care As Needed And Makes Referrals Where Indicated.
• Plans For Education After Assessing The Individual Learning Needs And Readiness Of The Patient And Family. Provides Educational Opportunities And Documents Outcomes.
• Functions As A Preceptor To New Staff.
• Functions As A Charge Nurse.
• Meets Performance Expectations For Customer Service, Teamwork, Resource Utilization, And Staff And Self Development As Outlined In Performance Review.
• Performs Other Duties As Assigned Or Directed To Ensure Smooth Operation Of The Department/Unit.
• Demonstrates Competency In The Care Of The Neuro Patient
• Demonstrates Skill And Knowledge In Neuro Assessment
• Demonstrates Skill And Knowledge In The Airway Management Of The Neuro Patient
• Demonstrates Skill And Understanding In Caring For A Trached Patient
• Demonstrates Skill And Understanding In Assisting The Physician And Caring For The Patient During Special Neuro Procedures
• Demonstrates Knowledge And Understanding Of Our 'Tia' Teaching Program
• Performs Pharynaeal, Endotracheal, Tracheostomy Suctioning According To Established Policy And Procedure: Pharynaeal, Endotracheal, Tracheastomy
• Demonstrates Skill And Understanding In The Use Of Equipment And Care Of Patient In A Halo Brace
• Demonstrates Skill And Understanding Of Nursing Responsibilities And Interventions For The Patient On A Ventilator

EDUCATION

Graduate Of An Accredited School Of Nursing; BSN Preferred. Proficient In Use Of Computer Software To Include Electronic Patient Records. Must Have Ability To Use Internet For Literature Searches Regarding Care For Patients.

EXPERIENCE

N/A

LICENSURE

Valid State Of Connecticut Registered Nurse License

SPECIAL SKILLS

BLS Required

Med/Surg RN experience required.

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.

Works Under The Supervision Of The Nurse Manager/Clinical Coordinator. The Registered Nurse (Rn) Assesses, Plans, Implements, Evaluates And Supervises Individual Patient Care On A Nursing Unit/Department According To Unit Policies And Procedures. Provides Supervision Of Non-Rn Personnel On The Assigned Unit. When Assuming The Charge Role, Delegates And Supervises Unit Activities. May Be Requires To Work On Other Nursing Units According To Distribution Of Staff And Patients. Performs Other Duties As Assigned Or Requested In Order To Maintain A High Level Of Service.

EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran

• Assesses The Patient's Physical And Psychosocial Condition On An Ongoing Basis Throughout The Continuum Of Care.
• Develops, Communicates And Documents A Plan Of Care Reflecting Individualized Patient Problems And Interventions To Achieve Desired Outcomes, Involving The Patient, Family And Healthcare Team In This Process.
• Implements And Coordinates This Plan Of Care In Collaboration With The Healthcare Team.
• Evaluates The Effectiveness Of The Plan Of Care, Patient?S Response To Care, And Readiness For Discharge. Revises The Plan Of Care As Needed And Makes Referrals Where Indicated.
• Plans For Education After Assessing The Individual Learning Needs And Readiness Of The Patient And Family. Provides Educational Opportunities And Documents Outcomes.
• Functions As A Preceptor To New Staff.
• Functions As A Charge Nurse.
• Meets Performance Expectations For Customer Service, Teamwork, Resource Utilization, And Staff And Self Development As Outlined In Performance Review.
• Performs Other Duties As Assigned Or Directed To Ensure Smooth Operation Of The Department/Unit.
• Demonstrates Competency In The Care Of The Neuro Patient
• Demonstrates Skill And Knowledge In Neuro Assessment
• Demonstrates Skill And Knowledge In The Airway Management Of The Neuro Patient
• Demonstrates Skill And Understanding In Caring For A Trached Patient
• Demonstrates Skill And Understanding In Assisting The Physician And Caring For The Patient During Special Neuro Procedures
• Demonstrates Knowledge And Understanding Of Our 'Tia' Teaching Program
• Performs Pharynaeal, Endotracheal, Tracheostomy Suctioning According To Established Policy And Procedure: Pharynaeal, Endotracheal, Tracheastomy
• Demonstrates Skill And Understanding In The Use Of Equipment And Care Of Patient In A Halo Brace
• Demonstrates Skill And Understanding Of Nursing Responsibilities And Interventions For The Patient On A Ventilator

EDUCATION

Graduate Of An Accredited School Of Nursing; BSN Preferred. Proficient In Use Of Computer Software To Include Electronic Patient Records. Must Have Ability To Use Internet For Literature Searches Regarding Care For Patients.

EXPERIENCE

N/A

LICENSURE

Valid State Of Connecticut Registered Nurse License

SPECIAL SKILLS

BLS Required

Med/Surg RN experience required.

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.

150752

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.

Works Under The Supervision Of The Nurse Manager/Clinical Coordinator. The Registered Nurse (Rn) Assesses, Plans, Implements, Evaluates And Supervises Individual Patient Care On A Nursing Unit/Department According To Unit Policies And Procedures. Provides Supervision Of Non-Rn Personnel On The Assigned Unit. When Assuming The Charge Role, Delegates And Supervises Unit Activities. May Be Requires To Work On Other Nursing Units According To Distribution Of Staff And Patients. Performs Other Duties As Assigned Or Requested In Order To Maintain A High Level Of Service.

EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran

• Assesses The Patient's Physical And Psychosocial Condition On An Ongoing Basis Throughout The Continuum Of Care.
• Develops, Communicates And Documents A Plan Of Care Reflecting Individualized Patient Problems And Interventions To Achieve Desired Outcomes, Involving The Patient, Family And Healthcare Team In This Process.
• Implements And Coordinates This Plan Of Care In Collaboration With The Healthcare Team.
• Evaluates The Effectiveness Of The Plan Of Care, Patient?S Response To Care, And Readiness For Discharge. Revises The Plan Of Care As Needed And Makes Referrals Where Indicated.
• Plans For Education After Assessing The Individual Learning Needs And Readiness Of The Patient And Family. Provides Educational Opportunities And Documents Outcomes.
• Functions As A Preceptor To New Staff.
• Functions As A Charge Nurse.
• Meets Performance Expectations For Customer Service, Teamwork, Resource Utilization, And Staff And Self Development As Outlined In Performance Review.
• Performs Other Duties As Assigned Or Directed To Ensure Smooth Operation Of The Department/Unit.
• Demonstrates Competency In The Care Of The Neuro Patient
• Demonstrates Skill And Knowledge In Neuro Assessment
• Demonstrates Skill And Knowledge In The Airway Management Of The Neuro Patient
• Demonstrates Skill And Understanding In Caring For A Trached Patient
• Demonstrates Skill And Understanding In Assisting The Physician And Caring For The Patient During Special Neuro Procedures
• Demonstrates Knowledge And Understanding Of Our 'Tia' Teaching Program
• Performs Pharynaeal, Endotracheal, Tracheostomy Suctioning According To Established Policy And Procedure: Pharynaeal, Endotracheal, Tracheastomy
• Demonstrates Skill And Understanding In The Use Of Equipment And Care Of Patient In A Halo Brace
• Demonstrates Skill And Understanding Of Nursing Responsibilities And Interventions For The Patient On A Ventilator

EDUCATION

Graduate Of An Accredited School Of Nursing; BSN Preferred. Proficient In Use Of Computer Software To Include Electronic Patient Records. Must Have Ability To Use Internet For Literature Searches Regarding Care For Patients.

EXPERIENCE

N/A

LICENSURE

Valid State Of Connecticut Registered Nurse License

SPECIAL SKILLS

BLS Required

Med/Surg RN experience required.

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.

Works Under The Supervision Of The Nurse Manager/Clinical Coordinator. The Registered Nurse (Rn) Assesses, Plans, Implements, Evaluates And Supervises Individual Patient Care On A Nursing Unit/Department According To Unit Policies And Procedures. Provides Supervision Of Non-Rn Personnel On The Assigned Unit. When Assuming The Charge Role, Delegates And Supervises Unit Activities. May Be Requires To Work On Other Nursing Units According To Distribution Of Staff And Patients. Performs Other Duties As Assigned Or Requested In Order To Maintain A High Level Of Service.

EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran

• Assesses The Patient's Physical And Psychosocial Condition On An Ongoing Basis Throughout The Continuum Of Care.
• Develops, Communicates And Documents A Plan Of Care Reflecting Individualized Patient Problems And Interventions To Achieve Desired Outcomes, Involving The Patient, Family And Healthcare Team In This Process.
• Implements And Coordinates This Plan Of Care In Collaboration With The Healthcare Team.
• Evaluates The Effectiveness Of The Plan Of Care, Patient?S Response To Care, And Readiness For Discharge. Revises The Plan Of Care As Needed And Makes Referrals Where Indicated.
• Plans For Education After Assessing The Individual Learning Needs And Readiness Of The Patient And Family. Provides Educational Opportunities And Documents Outcomes.
• Functions As A Preceptor To New Staff.
• Functions As A Charge Nurse.
• Meets Performance Expectations For Customer Service, Teamwork, Resource Utilization, And Staff And Self Development As Outlined In Performance Review.
• Performs Other Duties As Assigned Or Directed To Ensure Smooth Operation Of The Department/Unit.
• Demonstrates Competency In The Care Of The Neuro Patient
• Demonstrates Skill And Knowledge In Neuro Assessment
• Demonstrates Skill And Knowledge In The Airway Management Of The Neuro Patient
• Demonstrates Skill And Understanding In Caring For A Trached Patient
• Demonstrates Skill And Understanding In Assisting The Physician And Caring For The Patient During Special Neuro Procedures
• Demonstrates Knowledge And Understanding Of Our 'Tia' Teaching Program
• Performs Pharynaeal, Endotracheal, Tracheostomy Suctioning According To Established Policy And Procedure: Pharynaeal, Endotracheal, Tracheastomy
• Demonstrates Skill And Understanding In The Use Of Equipment And Care Of Patient In A Halo Brace
• Demonstrates Skill And Understanding Of Nursing Responsibilities And Interventions For The Patient On A Ventilator

EDUCATION

Graduate Of An Accredited School Of Nursing; BSN Preferred. Proficient In Use Of Computer Software To Include Electronic Patient Records. Must Have Ability To Use Internet For Literature Searches Regarding Care For Patients.

EXPERIENCE

N/A

LICENSURE

Valid State Of Connecticut Registered Nurse License

SPECIAL SKILLS

BLS Required

Med/Surg RN experience required.

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.

150752