Staff Nurse-Emergency Department-36hr
2 months ago
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, Joint Commission, and State & federal regulations. Reports to Nurse Manager.
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.
- Position Specific Role Responsibilities:
- Serves as a triage nurse when assigned to prioritize and expedite patient care based upon established protocols.
- Serves as trauma nurse responder when assigned.
- Becomes an active participant in patient/family prevention education and in patient and community healthcare provider follow-up.
- Develops a working understanding of legal implications regarding evidence gathering and handling.
- Supervisory Responsibilities:
- Behavioral Health Area - Delegation of appropriate tasks to unlicensed assistant personnel.
Education and/or Experience Required:
- A minimum of ASN/ADN required upon hire, BSN preferred. If ASN/ADN, must acquire BSN within 3 years of hire.
- Minimum of 2 years clinical experience in pediatrics and/or emergency setting preferred.
- Current State of Connecticut Registered Nurse licensure required and maintained thereafter.
- American Heart Association, or American Red Cross, Healthcare Provider CPR/BLS certification required upon hire and maintained thereafter.
- CPI Training preferred upon hire and required within 3 months of hire.
- PALS Certification preferred upon hire and required within 6 months of hire.
- Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC) required within 1 year of hire and maintained. (TNCC) Not required if working in Behavioral Health Area.
Knowledge of:
- Theory, principles, techniques and practice of professional nursing.
- State regulations regarding nursing practice.
- Clinical standards of care; documentation and patient record policies and standards.
- Teaching techniques; identification of learning needs and provision of patient/family education.
- Developmental and population-specific patient & family assessment techniques and how to apply to practice.
- Accreditation and certification requirements and standards.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
- Basic proficiency in utilization of personal computers in networked Windows-based health care environment to access related software applications; locate, open, edit and print files and information utilized by the unit; and use of Internet as research tool.
- Work individually or with within teams and/or other organizations within the medical and research community.
- Make clinical and procedural decisions using the nursing process.
- Maintain confidentiality of information.
- Delegate appropriately to ancillary staff.
- Communicate effectively with individuals and groups both orally and in writing.
About Us
Connecticut Children's is the only health system in Connecticut that is 100% dedicated to children. Established on a legacy that spans more than 100 years, Connecticut Children's offers personalized medical care in more than 30 pediatric specialties across Connecticut and in two other states. Our transformational growth establishes us as a destination for specialized medicine and enables us to reach more children in locations that are closer to home. Our breakthrough research, superior education and training, innovative community partnerships, and commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion provide a welcoming and inspiring environment for our patients, families and team members.
At Connecticut Children's, treating children isn't just our job - it's our passion. As a leading children's health system experiencing steady growth, we're excited to expand our team with exceptional team members who share our vision of transforming children's health and well-being as one team.
About the Team
Connecticut Children's Emergency Department is a collaborative team of highly trained and experienced emergency medicine team members that provide comprehensive, multidisciplinary pediatric care to children from birth to 22 years of age. Our 47 bed pediatric ED has an annual volume of approximately 62,000 visits and is designated by the American College of surgeons as a Level 1 Pediatric trauma center. Connecticut Children's earned the 2023 Best Children's Emergency Care Award for receiving a perfect score for the level of care and expertise offered in our Emergency Department. CT Children's hospital is Magnet recognized by the American Nurses Credentialing Center.
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