Nursing Technician - E.D.

Nuvance Health • Norwalk, CT • 6h ago

Description

Shifts: 0700-1900, 0900-2100, 1100-2300, rotating weekends and holidays

At Nuvance Health, we enjoy the benefits of a two-state system as we cultivate an inclusive culture where everyone feels welcomed, respected and supported. Together, we are a team of 15,000+ strong hearts and open minds. If you share our values of connected, personal, agile and imaginative, we invite you to discover what's possible for you and your career.

Norwalk Hospital is a 366-bed academic and community medical center serving Fairfield County, Connecticut, and the surrounding New York Metro area. We are a Level II Trauma Center and Joint Replacement Center of Excellence, and we provide advanced cancer, heart, and neuroscience care.

Our accolades include the following:

The Leapfrog Group - Grade A for quality and patient safety

Healthgrades - America's 50 Best Hospitals

U.S. News & World Report - high performance in heart failure treatment

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 centerSummary:

To provides nursing care to a patient or group of patients under the direction and supervision of a Registered Professional Nurse.

Responsibilities:

1.Provides patient care as directed by the Registered Nurse. Prioritizes assignments in consultation with the RN. Performs procedures as identified by the Skills Checklist i.e., splinting, EKGs and wound care. Refers to and utilizes appropriate resources. Responds promptly to patient care needs. Maintains a safe patient environment incorporating Norwalk Hospital Policies and Procedures. Self directed, offers assistance with unit needs, and cover other team members as needed.

Communicates with patients, visitors and coworkers within the scope of his/her responsibilities in a courteous manner. Observes and reports to Registered Nurse all changes in patient condition, observations or occurrences of an unusual nature in a clear and concise manner. Documents accurately patient data on appropriate forms i.e., ED Flow Sheet. Obtains information necessary to carry out patient care assignment, for example: report and/or active order profile sheets

Demonstrates compliance with identified policies and procedures in carrying out unit assignments i.e., stocking, equipment Maintenance. Follows mini-protocols. Maintains computer skills ie, Eclipys and Cerner, enters orders/patient charges and Emerge data. Demonstrates willingness to assist with and improve unit operations. Maintains neat and orderly appearance and environment. Completes all competencies and annual requirements as established by the ED Management team, i.e., EKGs, Point of Care Testing, restraints/Code Green and utilizes awareness of Least Restrictive Measures. Maintains personal Educational Record.

4.Utilizes supplies and equipment in a cost efficient and proper manner i.e.., stocking and Maintenance of equipment. Reports problems with supplies and equipment to appropriate personnel for corrective action. Maintains supplies as per established par levels in the ED and Express Care.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Fulfills all compliance responsibilities related to the position.

Education: HS GRAD/EQUIVALENT

Other Information:

Required: High School Diploma or equivalent and is a Nursing Assistant or an EMT in the State of Connecticut.

Minimum Experience: zero to six months

Desired:

Company: Norwalk Hospital Association

Org Unit: 350

Department: Emergency Department

Exempt: No

Salary Range: $16.50 - $27.67 Hourly

With strong hearts and open minds, we're pushing past boundaries and challenging the expected, all in the name of possibility. We are neighbors caring for neighbors, working together as partners in health to improve the lives of the people we serve. If you share our passion for the health of our communities, advance your career with Nuvance Health!

We are an equal opportunity employer

Qualified applicants are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other classification protected under applicable Federal, State or Local law.

We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation or our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please contact Human Resources at 203-739-7330 (for reasonable accommodation requests only). Please provide all information requested to ensure that you are considered for current or future opportunities.

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