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) provides comprehensive patient care in an emergency care setting, focusing on assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of individualized nursing care plans. The role includes supervising non-RN personnel, serving as a charge nurse, and demonstrating specialized skills in neuro and oncology patient care, including airway management and use of specialized equipment. The position requires licensure as a registered nurse and emphasizes teamwork, education, and adherence to patient-centered values.

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
BLS Required
Additional Information

• Smilow Ambulatory Multispecialty Department YSC (NP 1, NP4, NP8) This department is rooted in oncology nursing excellence and serves as a hub for patients undergoing cancer treatment and management for solid tumor cancers. This specialized department caters to both medical oncology patients, who receive systemic therapies like chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and targeted therapies, and surgical oncology patients, who are in various stages of their surgical journey, including pre-operative evaluation, post-operative care, and follow-up.
• The core philosophy of our department is to provide multidisciplinary and comprehensive cancer care to patients and their support system. We aim to provide a holistic approach to cancer care, ensuring that patients receive not only the most advanced medical and surgical treatments but also the crucial support services needed to navigate their cancer journey effectively.
• RNs with Oncology and/or Neuro experience highly preferred
• Practice RN positions available
• Chemotherapy Infusion - NP 8
• Current Specialities
  • Neuro Med Onc
  • Skin and Kidney
  • Neuro Surgery
  • GU
  • Melanoma Surgery
  • Endo

Keywords:

Registered Nurse, Emergency Care, Neuro Patient Care, Oncology Nursing, Patient Assessment, Care Planning, Charge Nurse,…