Stamford Hospital

Staff RN ENDO/GI, Fulltime Days

Stamford Hospital$75K — $95K *
Hospitals & Medical Centers
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
  • Valid RN license in Connecticut
  • BSN preferred
  • BLS certification required
  • Minimum of 6 contact hours of training annually
  • Preferred experience with adult and pediatric clinical assessments

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate and deliver patient care using the Nursing Process
  • Supervise non-RN personnel and provide guidance
  • Act as a preceptor to new staff and students as needed
  • Assess patients' physical and psychosocial conditions
  • Develop and communicate patient care plans with healthcare team
  • Educate patients and families based on identified needs
  • Document patient care information in a clear and timely manner

Benefits

  • No weekends or holidays required, providing work-life balance
  • Supportive environment that encourages professional development
  • Participation in clinical research and evidence-based practice
  • Involvement in hospital-wide initiatives and certifications
  • Opportunities for continuous training and education
Full Job Description
Job Description

Stamford Health is hiring a Fulltime Staff RN ENDO/GI for GI Services at the Tully Health Center 32 Strawberry Hill Ct, Stamford CT!

This position is 37.5-hours per week Monday through Friday 7am to 3pm, No Weekends and Holidays!

Coordinate and deliver patient care utilizing the Nursing Process and following all established standards of practice within State and Federal guidelines. Provide supervision of non-RN personnel and act as a resource for ancillary staff on assigned unit. Supervise unit activities when assigned to charge or clinical coordinator role. Act as preceptor to new staff and/or students as requested. Adhere to all Stamford Hospital's policies and procedures, including the Code of Conduct and Corporate Compliance Program. Provide safe and therapeutic care using the values inherent in our hospital culture.
  • Provides direct patient care to a select group of patients and advocates on their behalf
  • Assesses patient's physical and psychosocial condition throughout the continuum of care.
  • Develops and communicate patient plan of care reflecting patient issues and proposed interventions to achieve desired patient outcome.
  • Collaborates with patient, family and healthcare team in implementing plan of care
  • Provides education as indicated after assessing the learning needs of the patient and family
  • Communicates effectively with all members of the health care team and related departments to provide accurate information about the care of the patients.
  • Formulates and maintains effective working relationships with peer, managers and other team members.
  • Displays a positive attitude and works to achieve an environment of respect, accountability, teamwork, integrity, and compassion. Does not support or take part in disruptive or negative behavior.
  • Respects and protects the patient's rights to confidentiality and privacy and discloses information only for professional purposes which are in the patient's best interests with full consideration of their legal rights.
  • Practices the 5 rights to patient safety when administering medications, blood or blood products and treatments. (right patient, right medication, right route, right dose, right time)
  • Responds to crisis in a calm, efficient manner, directing others concisely.
  • Evaluates patient outcomes, effectiveness of plan of care and readiness for discharge and/or continuing care. Revise plan of care as needed and appropriately refer for additional services where indicated.
  • Documents pertinent information, observations and all aspects of patient care clearly, concisely and in a timely manner.
  • Maintains equipment and utilizes supplies in a safe, cost effective manner
  • Participates in and supports performance improvement and risk management activities.
  • Participates in clinical research activities and demonstrates evidence base practice.
  • Participates in ongoing regulatory readiness compliance.
  • Supports hospital-wide and unit specific initiatives (e.g. Planetree, Magnet, Stroke Certification, Joint Certification, etc.)
  • Participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies and procedures and standards of care, which contribute to the achievement of the organization's strategic plan
  • Completes required continuous training and education, including department specific requirements
  • Takes responsibility for own professional development.
  • Stamford Hospital encourages nurses to actively seek ways to enhance professional knowledge and competence through participation in professional nursing organizations
  • Complies with hospital attendance policy and department staffing policy and rotations.
  • Adheres to hospital and department specific dress code policy.
  • Complies with hospital and departmental policies and procedures and adheres to external agency requirements
  • Performs other related duties as assigned or requested in order to maintain a high level of service.


Qualifications:
  • Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
  • Valid license as Registered Nurse in Connecticut.
  • BSN strongly preferred.
  • BLS certification required.
  • Maintain minimum of 6 contact hours annually.
  • Previous experience with adult and pediatric clinical assessments preferred.

About Stamford Hospital

Stamford Hospital is a not-for-profit, community teaching hospital in Stamford, Connecticut. It is a member of the New York-Presbyterian Healthcare System and is affiliated with Weill Cornell Medicine. Stamford Hospital is a Level II Trauma Center and a Magnet Hospital for nursing excellence. The hospital offers a wide range of medical services, including emergency care, cancer care, cardiovascular care, women's health, and more.
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