Registered Nurse; RN - ECC Emergency Care

Position: Registered Nurse (RN) - ECC Emergency Care

Registered Nurse (RN) - ECC Emergency Care at Yale New Haven Health summary:

The Registered Nurse (RN) in Emergency Care provides patient assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of individualized care plans, specifically in neuro and critical care settings. The role involves supervising non-RN personnel, functioning as a charge nurse, and educating patients and families while collaborating closely with healthcare teams. The position requires competencies in neuro-specific nursing skills and use of specialized equipment, along with licensure and experience in a hospital environment.

Overview
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
Responsibilities

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

Qualifications
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
Additional Information
NP 11 - Hematology Oncology
NP 12 - Medical Oncology
NP 14 - GYN Oncology
NP 15 - Surgical Oncology
Smilow East - Sickle Cell / Hematology Oncology
Full Time and Part Time Schedules Available
Night Shift or Rotating Days and Nights

Keywords:

Registered Nurse, Emergency Care, Neuro Nursing, Patient Assessment, Care Planning, Patient Education, Charge Nurse, Healthcare Team Collaboration, Ventilator Management, Electronic Patient Records