Norwalk Hospital Association
Location
Norwalk, Connecticut
The Registered Nurse provides direct patient care for ortho/podiatry surgical blocks and Phase II recovery. Responsibilities include performing patient assessments, administering medications, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary healthcare team.
Candidates must hold a current Connecticut Registered Nurse License and an associate degree. BLS and ACLS certifications are required, while ANA or Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses certifications are preferred.
The Block RN is tied to ortho/podiatry surgical blocks M-F 0600, 0630 for block procedures or 0900 for Phase II recovery; Day/Eve part time 8.
At Norwalk Hospital, we prioritize the health and well-being of our team, fostering a friendly and supportive culture where collaboration and compassion are at the heart of what we do. From the moment you step through our doors, you’ll experience a sense of community that makes our hospital a truly special place to work. Our employees feel a deep connection here because we’re not just part of the community – we are its center.
The Registered Nurse provides direct patient care that is guided by the American Nurses Association (ANA) scope of practice. A Registered Nurse collaborates with patients, family/significant others, peers, physicians, and other members of the interdisciplinary healthcare team in the delivery of healthcare services to patients. The Registered Nurse assesses the patients needs, care plans, implements, and evaluates the medical and nursing regimens in accordance with the hospital and nursing philosophy, policies/procedures, and standards. They demonstrate leadership skills and commitment to professional accountability and growth.
a. Documents detailed information incorporating the plan of care, interventions and outcomes reflecting the patients physical, mental, and emotional status.
b. Ensures appropriate documentation based on the level of care the patient is receiving to include transfer/discharge documentation as indicated.
1. Assesses patients for potential safety risks. 2. Adheres to hospital policies and procedures regarding patient safety. Initiates interventions related to the risk factors identified. 3. Conducts bedside shift report and bedside rounds with peer on assigned patients at change of shift. 4. Demonstrate quality by documenting the application of the nursing process in a responsible, accountable, and ethical manner. 5. Ensures patient hand-off as appropriate when leaving for breaks.
4. Assesses learning needs of patient/family/significant other. Plans and provides appropriate instruction using applicable teaching methods. Assesses and documents patient/family/significant other response to teaching. 5. Cares for specific patient populations, despite location, as necessary.
1. Embrace the cultural diversity and difference of patients and team members. 2. Respect the dignity of all individuals through the maintenance of the caring relationship. 3. Maintains open lines of communication inclusive of actively listening.
4. Performs other duties as assigned within the state nursing scope of practice.
Education: Associate's lvl dgre
Other Information: Current and unobstructed Connecticut Registered Nurse License (CT Hospitals)
American Nurses Association endorsed Certifications or Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses Certification Preferred (*Based on Certification specialty hours of work requirement).
Manual: significant manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity
Occupational: Some occupational risk
Medium to Heavy effort. May exert up to 35 lbs. force
Some exposure to dirt, odors, noise, human waste, etc.
Credentials: Acls, rn, bls
Company: Norwalk Hospital Association
Unit: 417
Department: Recovery Room
Exempt: No
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