Staff Nurse CN II - Outpatient

Staff Nurse CN II - Outpatient,

The University of Connecticut Health Center is an affirmative action employer, in addition to an EEO and M/F/V/PWD/PV employer.

Schedule:

72 hours every two weeks, Monday‑Friday, 8‑hour shifts, rotating start times of 7:30 a.m., 8:30 a.m. and 9:00 a.m., 30‑minute unpaid meal break.

• Performs individualized nursing assessments for each assigned patient.
• Organizes and coordinates patient care.
• Collaborates with the health care team to implement patient care plans.
• Develops and updates care plans utilizing established standards of care which include physician prescribed therapies and common nursing measures derived from disease related, therapy, and/or personal needs.
• Communicates and educates patients and family members for a clear understanding of the care provided.
• Completes required documentation in a timely manner according to policies and standards.
• Contributes to the quality of nursing care through performance improvement.
• Participates in staff and patient care conferences.
• Assists in clinical education, orientation, and mentoring of other staff.
• Performs related duties as required.

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of nursing.
• Knowledge of relevant health center policies and procedures and State regulations.
• Knowledge of clinical standards of care, documentation and patient record policies and standards.
• Understanding of computer‑based applications.
• Considerable interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work as an effective team member.
• Ability to establish priorities and manage effectively.
• Graduation from an accredited nursing program.
• American Heart Association BLS certification.
• One (1) year professional nursing experience.
• Current registered nurse license to practice nursing in the State of Connecticut.

• 3-5 years experience as a registered nurse.
• Pulmonary experience.
• Critical Care experience is preferred.

• May be required to lift and restrain patients.
• May be exposed to communicable/infectious diseases and to risk of injury from assaultive/abusive clients.
• May be exposed to disagreeable conditions.