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Staff Nurse-PICU-Per Diem
Hartford, CT
Job Description
Job Title
Staff Nurse-PICU-Per Diem
Status
Per Diem
Education and Experience
ASN required upon hire. BSN preferred upon hire and required within 3 years of hire.
Licenses and Certifications
Current State of Connecticut Registered Nurse licensure required and maintained thereafter.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) / CPR in adult, child & infant is required upon hire.
CPI preferred upon hire and required within 3 months of hire.
PALS preferred upon hire and required within 6 months of hire.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) / CPR in adult, child & infant is required upon hire.
CPI preferred upon hire and required within 3 months of hire.
PALS preferred upon hire and required within 6 months of hire.
Location
Hartford, CT
Projected Schedule (not guaranteed)
Days/nghts
Requisition Number
9620
Department
Pediatric Intensive Care Unit-028069
Job Description
Under general supervision, assumes 24-hour accountability to plan and provide direct professional nursing care for specified patients throughout the entire episode of service delivery as defined by population and unit. Provides nursing services to patients and families in accordance with the standards of practice of a professional nurse, CCMC policies & procedures, TJC, and State & federal regulations. Reports to Nurse Manager.
ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES
CLINICAL PRACTICE - On a daily basis, demonstrates clinical expertise and uses the nursing process to provide safe, appropriate patient care to a defined patient population according to CCMC and unit policies and standards.POPULATION SPECIFIC - Demonstrates knowledge of the differences and needs of patients in appropriate, specific populations from neonate through adolescence and applies them to practice. Demonstrates cultural sensitivity in all interactions with patients/families.
UNIT LEADERSHIP - Delegates duties and tasks associated with patient care to clinical staff according to hospital policy and their scope of practice. As assigned, contributes to the leadership of the unit by functioning as the Resource Nurse and/or by participating in the professional development of others through preceptor/mentor activities. Supports the unit/department's work productivity and resource management activities.
DOCUMENTATION/COMMUNICATION - Completes all required documentation in a timely manner, according to CCMC policies and standards; necessary information is effectively communicated to all members of the health care team.
PATIENT/FAMILY PARTNERSHIP & EDUCATION - Partners with child and family in evaluating outcomes. Monitors, trends, and evaluates patient/family responses to treatment. Provides appropriate education to patients and families regarding all aspects of care according to CCMC policies and standards; supports the organization's efforts to patient/family education.
CCMC STANDARDS - Demonstrates support for the mission, values and goals of the organization through behaviors that are consistent with the CCMC Standards.
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled
Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Experience
Open
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